Enjoy the magic of puppetry at Thistle Theatre, located in Magnuson Park, Sunset Hill Community Club, and BYT Crossroads. Thistle Theatre is a non-profit performance arts company that specializes in Tabletop Bunraku puppetry, a variation of a Japanese performance art form that dates back to the 17th century. Community… [ Keep reading ]
Summer will be here before we know it, which means it’s time to start preparing to stay safe during all of your aquatic fun this season. This April, eight of our pools will be hosting April Pools Day events for families and community members. These events include FREE public swims,… [ Keep reading ]
March is Women’s History Month, when we take time to reflect on the contributions of impactful women from our past and the legacies they have left in our communities today. We invite the public to celebrate by visiting one of the many parks and facilities named for Seattle’s women leaders… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the public to submit potential names for three new parks in the Phinney/Greenwood, University District, and Denny Triangle neighborhoods. Phinney/Greenwood To support the Greenwood/Phinney Urban Village, SPR purchased two property sites between N 81st and N 82nd streets on the east side of Greenwood… [ Keep reading ]
Just north of Belltown, meandering along the waterfront, you’ll find Myrtle Edwards Park. Bookended by striking sculptures, this park has 1.25-miles of winding bike and pedestrian paths that run along Elliott Bay. The park is known for its fantastic views of the Olympics Mountains, Mount Rainier, and Puget Sound. The… [ Keep reading ]
Against the backdrop of Seattle’s booming development, our city neighbors have demonstrated exceptional commitment to protecting nature and the wildlife that surrounds us. To strengthen the connection between our communities and the wildlife in our midst, National Wildlife Federation is hosting its second annual Wildlife in the City Week, April 15-21. The… [ Keep reading ]
Parks are always a fun spot for toddlers, but for the days when you and your little one would rather play indoors, we invite you to visit one of our *FREE* toddler gyms! Ideal for those rainy spring days, our indoor toddler spaces are filled with toys and provide plenty… [ Keep reading ]
The calendar may be telling you that Earth Day is Sunday, April 22, but at Seattle Parks and Recreation we believe every day is Earth Day and we’re using the whole month of April to celebrate! We strive to connect community to nature so that everyone has access to the… [ Keep reading ]
Use our event guide to help plan your next event in a park! Have you ever considered hosting an event in one of our beautiful City parks? Whether you’re planning a musical festival, wedding, or community picnic, you’ll find that a Seattle park is an ideal location for your next… [ Keep reading ]
The birds are singing, the sun is shining and spring has finally returned! We’re more than ready for the gifts this season brings, from longer days to warmer weather to beautiful views. Our parks are starting to buzz with activity as people come out of their winter hibernation and take… [ Keep reading ]
