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Labor Day Closures

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 4, 2017. These facilities and services will be CLOSED: Community Centers Environmental Learning Centers Indoor Swimming Pools Green Lake Small Craft Center Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center Amy Yee Tennis Center Magnuson Park Admin Office… [ Keep reading ]

33rd Annual Emerald City Open Water Swim Results

Information on the 2018 Emerald City Open Water Swim can be found here. The results are in for our 33rd Annual Emerald City Open Water Swim. Thanks to everyone who participated and we hope to see you again next year! 2017 Emerald City Open Water Swim Results Excel Spreadsheet 2017… [ Keep reading ]

Big Events in Parks August 21 – 28

The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Columbia City Farmers Market Wednesday, August 23, 3 – 7 pm Columbia Park http://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/columbia-city Swim for Life Friday, August 25… [ Keep reading ]

Big Events in Parks August 14 – 21

The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Big Day of Play August 19 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Rainier Playfield, Rainier Community Center, Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing… [ Keep reading ]

Big Events in Parks August 7 -14

Columbia City Farmers Market Wednesday, August 9, 3 – 7 pm Columbia Park http://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/columbia-city Obliteride 2017 August 11-13 East Portal Viewpoint and Gas Works Park http://www.obliteride.org/ Magnolia Village Car Show Saturday, August 12, 2017, 8am – 3:30pm Magnolia Playfield www.wernerscrashshop.com Lake Union 10K Sunday, August 13 Cheshiahud Lake Union Loop… [ Keep reading ]

Big Events in Parks July 31 – August 7

This weekend marks Seafair! For more information and a run down of events, see the Seafair website. Expect major traffic impacts and huge crowds along Lake Washington, including our many parks. Stay hydrated and enjoy the show! The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across… [ Keep reading ]

Big Events in Parks July 24 – 31

The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Greenwood Seafair Parade Wednesday, July 26, 2017, 6 – 8:30 pm Greenwood Ave between NW 105th St and NW 85th… [ Keep reading ]

Big Events in Parks July 17 – 24

The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Bite of Seattle Monday, July 17, 8am – Monday, July 24, 2017, 5pm Seattle Center and surrounding streets www.biteofseattle.com Tribal… [ Keep reading ]

Big Events in Parks July 10 – 17

The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Columbia City Farmers Market July 12, 3 – 7 pm Columbia Park http://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/columbia-city Amazon Picnic Thursday, July 13, 8 am… [ Keep reading ]

Let’s go SKWIM-ing!

Every Friday from 6:45-8:10pm Evans Pools hosts SKWIM! SKWIM is the “original water-disk sport” gaining popularity worldwide. Played in both shallow and deep water, SKWIM progresses with your ability, from an engaging learn-to-swim game to possibly the most electric, athletic, and entertaining water-sport of all time. If you’re looking for a fun, fast-action water-sport for the whole family,… [ Keep reading ]