05/29/2026
Join us this summer at a watch party or two and celebrate soccer in Seattle! We're hosting indoor and outdoor watch parties across various parks and community centers.
For the full schedule and more events visit: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/recreation/beautiful-game-series
05/29/2026
Join us for the Olmstead Legacy Tours to learn how the Olmstead Brothers shaped and designed the parks system we all love today! Guides from the βFriends of Seattleβs Olmsted Parksβ will introduce and lead you on short walks through Seward Park, Washington Park Arboretum, and Volunteer Park. Walks will be on a variety of surfaces, including lawn and gravel paths.
Register online: https://ow.ly/rVbx50Z5JeT
05/21/2026
Memorial Day Hours Reminder πΊπΈ
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Many indoor facilities will be closed, while parks, sprayparks, golf courses, outdoor pools, and select swim beaches will remain open.
Plan before your visit and check the link in our bio for the full list of closures: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/05/19/seattle-parks-and-recreation-2026-memorial-day-closures/
05/18/2026
Seattle Parks and Recreationβs Summer 2026 programming is now available in our Recreation Program Brochure, Lifelong Recreation Brochure for adults 50+, and Specialized Programs Brochure for people with disabilities. βοΈ
From sports and yoga to arts, pottery, outdoor adventures, and family programs, thereβs something for everyone this summer.
Scholarships (financial aid) are available to help make programs accessible for all. Start planning your summer: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/05/17/summer-2026-recreation-brochures/
05/07/2026
Jump into summer with Seattle Parks and Recreation 2026 Aquatics hours!
Weβre excited to announce our 2026 Summer Aquatics Hours are here! From indoor and outdoor swim opportunities to sprayparks, wading pools, and summer beaches, thereβs a place for everyone to get out in the water this summer.
Find schedules, hours, and locations here: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/05/06/seattle-parks-and-recreation-2026-summer-aquatics-hours/
04/28/2026
Hi Seattle tennis and pickleball players π ! We'd love to hear from you at our upcoming in-person community meetings! Stop by, share your ideas, and help us get it right.
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May 4, 6:30 PM β Bitter Lake Community Center
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May 7, 7 PM β Garfield Community Center
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May 9, 10:30 AM β Van Asselt Community Center
No registration required (but appreciated!)
Can't make it? You can still share your feedback through our online survey at the link below. π¬
https://engageseattleparks.com/outdoor-racquet-sports-strategy/rs-engage
04/17/2026
April is Earth Month, and weβre celebrating all month long!
From educational activities and nature programming to volunteer events across the city, we've got you covered with ways to get give back and connect with the outdoors. Whether youβre looking to learn something new or spend time in your local parks, thereβs something for everyone.
Find events and get involved today! https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/04/03/discover-2026-earth-month-events-activities-with-seattle-parks-and-recreation/
04/16/2026
The Draft Racket Sports Strategy survey is LIVE!
Seattle Parks is proposing a balanced approach to meet the growing needs of both pickleball and tennis players across our park system β and we want YOUR input!
π Take the survey before May 11 and help shape the future of racket sports in Seattle.
https://engageseattleparks.com/outdoor-racquet-sports-strategy/survey-2026-outdoor-racquet-sports-strategy
03/31/2026
Happy Spring, Seattle! π·
From April 2β4, Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting a variety of spring egg hunts for kids of all ages! Grab your baskets and join the fun at a FREE egg hunt near you! π°
Ages vary by site. Check out the full list of community center locations and times: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/03/31/2026-spring-egg-hunts-with-seattle-parks-and-recreation/
03/13/2026
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Due to weather conditions, the Delridge Community Center will open at ππ:ππ ππ today (Friday, March 13). We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Please check back ere for further updates.
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