The Argosy Christmas Ships are an annual Seattle tradition. As part of the festivities, a parade of brightly-lighted boats will cruise from Puget Sound to Lake Union and out to Lake Washington. Stopping at pre-planned locations, the lead ship hosts an onboard chorus singing Christmas carols for neighbors and community to watch… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Winter 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, December 9, 2025 Ready to enroll in a program? Head to our registration site. Or contact the… [ Keep reading ]
This annual tradition returns to Green Lake on Saturday, December 13, 2025 We’re getting into the spirit of the season as we prepare for the annual Pathway of Lights, a FREE winter event for the whole family! On Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 4:30-7:30 p.m., come stroll the glimmering Green Lake… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) is excited to announce the launch of the Park CommUNITY Fund Workshop series. The Park CommUNITY Fund advances park equity in Seattle through a community-led funding process. The fund invests in both large and small capital projects, utilizing participatory budgeting and equitable grant-making practices. The Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is excited to share our Cycle 2 Capital Project Completions Map with you! With the adoption of the Seattle Park District Cycle 2 financial plan in 2022, SPR made a variety of capital project commitments for the 2023-2028 period—renovating 27 restrooms and 33 play areas,… [ Keep reading ]
Jump into the new year with both feet! Every January 1st at 12 noon, hundreds of people line up along the beach at Matthews Beach Park for the first dunk in the lake of the new year. Special cubs diving at 11:45 A.M. We provide lifeguards at this FREE event,… [ Keep reading ]
The holiday season is upon us, and Seattle is buzzing with festive FREE or LOW-COST events for all ages! From community center celebrations to magical park experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out the lineup of activities below presented by Seattle Parks and Recreation and partners, and mark… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed for one or more days in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. These facilities and services are CLOSED on both Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28: These facilities are OPEN regular hours: These facilities are OPEN on modified schedules:
It’s that time of year again! The much-anticipated Salmon “Seeson” is officially underway in Seattle. Every fall, our local waterways come alive with the incredible journey of salmon returning to their home streams to spawn. You have a front-row seat to this amazing natural event at Carkeek Park, where the… [ Keep reading ]
The holiday season is a time for connection, gratitude, and community. We are thrilled to continue a beloved tradition by hosting our 11th Annual Turkey Bowl Week, a series of free events designed to bring people together and support families throughout Seattle and our surrounding communities. These events are about… [ Keep reading ]
