Saturday saw another incredible Seafair Summer Fourth celebration at Gas Works Park. Thank you to TIA International Photography for the breathtaking photos.
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Seattle Parks and Recreation news and events
Saturday saw another incredible Seafair Summer Fourth celebration at Gas Works Park. Thank you to TIA International Photography for the breathtaking photos.
Have photos you’d like to share? Send them to @SeattleParks on Twitter.
Seattle Parks and Recreation will turn on field lighting on ballfields throughout the city on the evenings of Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, to protect the surfaces. The ballfield lights will be turned on at 8:30 p.m. and will be turned off at either 10 p.m. or 11 p.m., depending on the field.
The lights will be turned on to discourage the use of fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in the city of Seattle and will destroy the artificial turf on the fields or surrounding facilities. The approximate replacement cost for the synthetic surface based on per average full-size field (110,000 square feet) is $1.2 million. All the fields have been renovated in the past several years and benefit field users including players of soccer, football, baseball, Ultimate Frisbee and lacrosse. [Read more…]
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. [Read more…]
Seafair Summer Fourth 2014 at Gasworks Park, photo by Seafair
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2015
Locations: Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way, or Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave N
Where can I find information about the fireworks displays?
The best resource for information regarding the Seafair Summer Fourth firework display is Seafair.com. Please note that neither the City of Seattle, nor Seattle Parks and Recreation pays for the firework display. [Read more…]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Friday, July 4, for Independence Day or on special holiday schedules.
These facilities and services are CLOSED:
These facilities are OPEN on regular schedules:
These facilities are OPEN on special schedules:
Seattle Parks and Recreation will turn on field lighting on synthetic ballfields throughout the city on the evenings of Thursday, July 3, and Friday, July 4, to protect the synthetic surfaces. The ballfield lights will be turned on at 8:45 p.m. and will be turned off at either 10 p.m. or 11 p.m., depending on the field.
The lights will be turned on to discourage the use of fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in the city of Seattle and will destroy the artificial turf on the fields. The approximate replacement cost for the synthetic surfacebased on per average full-size field (110,000 square feet) is $1.2 million. All the fields have been renovated in the past several years and benefit field users including players of soccer, football, baseball, Ultimate Frisbee and lacrosse.
The fields will be monitored by security from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Lights at the following fields will be turned off at 11 p.m.:
Lights at the following fields will turned off at 10 p.m.:
For more information please call Seattle Parks and Recreation Security Manager Marlan Teeters at 206-684-7088.
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Date: Friday, July 4, 2014
Time: Noon – 11 p.m.
Location: Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way
Festival tickets: Purchase HERE
Where can I find information about the fireworks displays?
The best resource for information regarding the Seafair Summer Fourth firework display is Seafair.com. Please note that neither the City of Seattle, nor Seattle Parks and Recreation pays for the firework display.
Where can I view the public firework display?
The best views of the public firework display are from Gas Works Park and Lake Union Park.
Other recommended viewpoints:
Hamilton Viewpoint Park
If I attend the Seafair Summer Fourth event, what are the rules?
– No alcoholic beverages are permitted at the event unless they are purchased at the on-site beer garden
– No personal barbeques are permitted
– No marijuana is permitted
– No fireworks, explosives, incendiary materials or devices are permitted
– No pets other than service animals are permitted
– No weapons or firearms are permitted
– No tents or tent stakes are permitted
– No glass bottles are permitted
– No illegal drugs are permitted
– All bags are subject to search
What can I bring with me?
– Food and non-alcoholic beverages (coolers are subject to search)
What’s the best way to get there?
Give yourself plenty of time to get to the event. Public transportation is encouraged, but buses will be running on a reduced holiday schedule. Parking will be limited due to street closure. People with disabilities will get parking on a first-come, first-serve basis. Cyclists are welcome to use the express entrance, but there will be a limited number of bike racks inside the park.
Tips from Seattle Parks Crew Chiefs
– Slather on the sunscreen!
– Do not drink and drive!
– Parking enforcement will be out in full force, be careful to adhere to street signs and do not block driveways or park on private property (take public transit!)
– Pets are not allowed in the park during Seafair Summer Fourth – please leave them at home! A hot vehicle is no place for a pooch.
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Seattle Parks and Recreation will activate the field lighting on synthetic ballfields throughout the city on the evening of Thursday, July 4, to protect the synthetic surfaces. The ballfield lights will be turned on at 8:45 p.m. and will be turned off at either 10 p.m. or 11 p.m., depending on the field.
The lights will be turned on to discourage the use of fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in the City of Seattle and will destroy the artificial turf on the fields. The approximate replacement cost for synthetic carpet based on per average full size field (110,000 square feet) is $1.2 million. All the fields have been renovated in the past several years and benefit field users including soccer, football, baseball, Ultimate Frisbee and lacrosse.
The following fields will be turned off at 11 p.m.:
The following fields will turned off at 10 p.m.:
For additional questions or information please contact Seattle Parks and Recreation Security Manager Corby Christensen at 206-510-2315.
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Seattle Parks and Recreation will activate the field lighting on synthetic ballfields throughout the city on the evening of Wednesday, July 4, to protect the synthetic surfaces. The ballfield lights will be turned on at approximately 8:45 p.m. and will be turned off at either 10 p.m. or 11 p.m., depending on the field.
The lights will be turned on to discourage the use of fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in the City of Seattle and will destroy the artificial turf on the fields. The approximate replacement cost for synthetic carpet based on per average full size field (110,000 square feet) is $1.2 million. All the fields have been renovated over the past five years and benefit field users including soccer, football, baseball, Ultimate Frisbee and lacrosse.
Seattle Parks and Recreation appreciates all the community involvement in the field restorations and reminds the community to be good stewards of the synthetic fields.
The lights will be turned on at 8:45 p.m. at the following fields, and turned off at the time noted:
For additional questions or information please contact Seattle Parks and Recreation security officer Lisa Harrison at 206-423-0526.
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Cal Anderson Park needs your vision!
For the 9th consecutive year , the Cal Anderson Park Alliance (CAPA) is spearheading the Independence Day Community Picnic in the park, featuring live music, the wildly popular Root “Beer Garden,” owner-pet look alike contest, and more. Save Saturday, July 2 on your calendar for a day of Capitol Hill family fun.
This year we’ve decided to turn to Seattle’s talented community of designers to help us share the love with a printed poster for the picnic and a summer events calendar.
If you’d like to get involved, here’s what we need from you by midnight, April 15:
Here’s what happens if you’re selected :
But even if you aren’t selected :
Note on eligibility, process, and reproduction rights: first, anyone anywhere can enter – we’re not checking zip codes! – just come with an open mind and an appreciation for the park. The CAPA board’s decision will be final. CAPA will reserve the right to use the design developed by the selected entrant.
For more details and artwork submission guidelines, check out www.calandersonpark.org
Contact: Erika Wilson; info@calandersonpark.org