Seattle’s waterfront is gearing up for summer with the reopening of Myrtle Edwards Park (Seattle Parks and Recreation) and Centennial Park (Port of Seattle) on the morning of June 4. Together, these parks provide more than a mile of shoreline and 16 acres of open, public park space where people can stroll, bike, relax,… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. These facilities and services are CLOSED: These facilities are OPEN on regular schedules:
Translated Materials available below Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is inviting the community and visitors to celebrate soccer across the city through “The Beautiful Game” series! More than 100 special soccer-themed recreation games and events will be offered while our city hosts the international soccer tournament. The series includes indoor and outdoor watch parties, youth soccer Jamborees, and more than 60 recreation games at community centers, parks,… [ Keep reading ]
Registration Opens May 19 Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Summer 2026 program brochures are here! You’ll find all the upcoming in-person, drop-in, and virtual programs in the catalogs below. Registration opens on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Ready to enroll in a program? Head to our registration site or contact the community center that you’d like to register at! Scholarships (financial aid) is available For… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) will temporarily close two Off Leash Areas (OLAs) beginning May 18 to complete maintenance improvements and site work. Woodland Park Off Leash Area Closure The Woodland Park Off Leash Area will be closed from May 18 through May 29. During this time, crews will conduct tree trimming and maintenance work and deliver and spread fresh surfacing… [ Keep reading ]
Written by: Todd Burley Spring is a magical time of transformation and growth. For many species of birds, it is also a time of heroic flights across thousands of miles to reach their summer homes. Seattle not only hosts many of these migratory birds from May to September, but is also along the route for… [ Keep reading ]
Translated Materials available below Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is excited to announce the 2026 Summer Aquatics hours! Whether you’re looking to swim laps, cool off, or spend time at the beach, SPR offers a variety of ways to enjoy the water across the city all summer long. Explore the 2026 Summer Aquatic schedules: Outdoor Pools This summer’s outdoor… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks & Recreation’s Lifelong program is offering free Walking Soccer clinics for adults ages 50 and older at Magnuson Park this May! Walking soccer is a low-impact version of the game designed to support participants of all experience levels. The program focuses on light cardio, balance, coordination, and social… [ Keep reading ]
This Earth Day, Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) joins you and others around the world to celebrate our planet and dedicate ourselves to stewarding it well. One of SPR’s central values is to support a thriving environment. By this we mean a healthy and resilient ecosystem that provides clean air and water, habitat… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) promotes a Thriving Environment, but what does that really mean? Join experts from SPR on April 21, from 12-1 p.m. for a special Earth Month webinar to learn about our approach to sustainability – from our capital projects and operations to our land management. A panel… [ Keep reading ]
