(Image courtesy of Seattle Outdoor Movies) If Seattle summers aren’t wonderful enough, now there’s one more reason to love them: a city packed with outdoor movies! No fewer than 8 al fresco film series are set within city limits in July and August, many of them in downtown parks. Some… [ Keep reading ]
We’re excited to announce the 2017 Teen Summer Musical. This year’s performance will be an adaption of the The Wiz “A Search for Brilliance” based on William F. Brown’s book by the same name. In this creative re-telling of L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel The Wizard of Oz, the contemporary… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is happy to announce the Hing Hay Park Expansion opened today, Thursday, June 29. The community is encouraged to visit and enjoy the new park space located at 423 Maynard Ave. S at the corner of 6th Ave. S and S King St., in Seattle’s… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Teen Programs are selling deeply discount tickets for Wild Waves and Enchanted Village in Federal Way. Discounted tickets purchased through Seattle Parks and Recreation cost $26 for entry to both parks. This is a savings of $19.69 off the gate price. Tickets are on sale July… [ Keep reading ]
Dreaming about your next urban adventure and want to see what our wonderful park lands have to offer? Try out our parks virtual tours provided via Google Maps. Last year we partnered with Google to borrow the trekker camera to capture trails, gardens, and viewpoints across the city. Try strolling… [ Keep reading ]
Beginning Wednesday June 28, kids and teens from 1 to 18 can receive free breakfasts, lunches, and snacks thanks to a summer meal program that picks up where school lunches leave off. Formerly known as “Summer Sack Lunch,” the program is open to all children and held at designated Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed for Independence Day or on special holiday schedules. Some facilities may be open, but have limited operations. Please call in advance. These facilities and parks will be CLOSED: Gas Works Park – July 3 in preparation for the fireworks display Community… [ Keep reading ]
Happy Fourth of July! 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 Farmer’s Market Wednesday, June 28 3 – 7 pm Columbia Park http://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/columbia-city Ballard Burrito… [ Keep reading ]
Paint & Smoothies has been bringing creativity to parks across the South End of Seattle throughout the month of June! Local artists Harry Clean and Princess Fernando have brought to life their concept for a healthy, outdoor twist on the paint and wine nights that have been growing in popularity… [ Keep reading ]
The 15th annual Guelaguetza celebration took place at the Dr. Blanche Lavizzo Park amphitheater this past weekend. The celebration is a day-long, family event that features live music and dances from Oaxaca, Mexico. Despite the cloudy weather, the park was filled with the bright colors of traditional Oaxacan costumes and festive… [ Keep reading ]
