Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. These facilities and services are CLOSED: These facilities are OPEN on regular or modified schedules:
Seattle Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Acts On Stage and the Associated Recreation Council, proudly presents the 2026 Teen Summer Musical! This year, the musical returns with “Peter Pan: Ready to Rise,” a fresh take on a timeless story of adventure and the courage it takes to grow up. Seattle’s Teen Summer Musical has been a cornerstone of the city’s arts… [ Keep reading ]
Denny Blaine Park serves as a vital park and waterfront space for many of Seattle’s communities, particularly the queer community. Since July 2025, Denny Blaine Park has operated under a court-ordered abatement plan, which is a set of actions required by a court to address specific problems or conditions at a property. The specific plan… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation partners with local businesses to bring food and recreational experiences, as well as specialty services to parks across the city! Whether you’re grabbing lunch after a swim, renting a paddleboard, or scuba diving these partnerships help make Seattle’s parks even more fun to explore. Many of our concessionaires operate year-round, while… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Fall 2026 program brochures are here! You’ll find all the in-person, drop-in and virtual programs that are coming up soon in the catalogs below. Registration opens on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 Registration opens the first week of September Ready to enroll in a program? Head to our registration site or contact the community center that you’d like to register at! Scholarships… [ Keep reading ]
This summer Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Amy Yee Tennis Center (AYTC) and the Amy Yee Tennis Foundation (AYTF), are bringing back Teen Tennis Late Night for ages 13-19. Friday nights starting July 17, from 6:45-9:15 PM, we will be running teen tennis on two courts inside at AYTC. Courts will… [ Keep reading ]
Written By: Todd Burley This summer, Seattle celebrated the renovation of Myrtle Edwards Park, a hidden gem on the shores of Elliott Bay. This transformation came just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup due in part to the private funding through the Elliott Bay Connections project. The current park is a big change from its history as tidelands that were filled in the 1960’s after… [ Keep reading ]
We’re excited to share that our tote bags, t‑shirts, and crewnecks are in stock, just in time for summer events! 👜 Rainbow Tote Bags – $10 👕 T‑Shirts – $20 & Crewnecks – $40 We accept debit, credit, and Apple Pay for quick and easy checkout. Find Us at These… [ Keep reading ]
Since 1989, GreenStage has been inspiring audiences to engage with the community via FREE live theatre performances in Puget Sound’s public spaces. This July and August, Seattle’s longest-running Shakespeare company presents its 38th year of free family fun. On the 2026 mainstage tour, GreenStage will be presenting The Winter’s Tale, a romantic tale of renewal, redemption, and the… [ Keep reading ]
Summer in Seattle just keeps getting better! Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has announced an exciting lineup of FREE events and activities that will energize downtown and neighborhood parks through September. Whether you’re a movie enthusiast, a music lover, or someone who enjoys getting active outdoors, there’s something for everyone this season. All events… [ Keep reading ]
