Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to participate in Week Without Violence, a week of activities dedicated to raising awareness about violence prevention, uplifting youth voices, and fostering safer, more connected communities. This year’s theme, “Be the Light,” highlights the power of individuals and communities to inspire positive… [ Keep reading ]
It’s finally that time of year for costumes, treats, and community celebrations. At Seattle Parks and Recreation, we believe everyone should have access to festive fun. That’s why we’ve put together a huge variety of free and low-cost Halloween and Fall events at community centers and parks across the city. … [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks & Recreation (SPR), the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL), and the Office of Arts & Culture (OAC) are teaming up through Community Hub to offer free creative and wellness programming for youth ages 12–19 at locations across Seattle this fall. Community Hub brings together arts, recreation… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Acts On Stage and the Associated Recreation Council, proudly presents the 2026 Teen Summer Musical! This year, the musical returns with “Peter Pan: Ready to Rise,” a fresh take on a timeless story of adventure and the courage it takes to grow up. Seattle’s Teen Summer Musical has been a cornerstone of the city’s arts… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Fall 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, August 11, 2026 Registration opens the first week of September Ready to enroll in a program? Head to our registration site or contact the community center that you’d like to register at! Scholarships… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Hope for Youth fund is designed to increase access to athletic, recreational, and positive youth development activities for young people ages 11-19. As part of this year’s grant process, SPR is continuing its commitment to youth voice by including a youth grant selection panel. Selected youth will help review… [ Keep reading ]
The 2023 summer camp brochure is now available! Browse a wide range of exciting activities for participants, from preschool and school age care camps, to nature camps, to camps for youth with disabilities. Outlined within are descriptions, dates, and locations of across Seattle. Registration instructions and methods are on page… [ Keep reading ]
Youth Appreciation Week is almost here! Each year, during Seattle Public Schools’ Spring Break, Seattle Parks and Recreation hosts a week of special programming just for our youth participants. Programming includes regularly scheduled activities, special events, field trips, and activities designed to celebrate this special week for teens. Find schedules… [ Keep reading ]
Not many people know that Magnsuon Park holds the honor of being the launch and end point of the first around-the-world flight in 1924, or that three years later, Charles Lindbergh landed The Spirit of St. Louis in the same spot. Not yet a public park and outside city limits… [ Keep reading ]
Here’s an opportunity to help our neighbors in need and virtually meet The Kraken’s Everett Fitzhugh. The only Black play-by-play announcer in professional North American hockey, “Fitz” will give the keynote speech at the third annual Fund the Fun Breakfast, hosted by Seattle Parks and Recreation and the Associated Recreation… [ Keep reading ]
