05/29/2026
Join us at a watch party or two!
The Laurelhurst Community Center is conveniently located near the University District, just minutes from downtown Seattle.
View the City’s policies at www.seattle.gov/digital. The Laurelhurst Community Center boasts beautiful hilltop views of Lake Washington and the surrounding neighborhood. A large, attractive park with a playground, tennis courts and open field space for outdoor receptions surrounds the center.
05/29/2026
Join us at a watch party or two!
05/27/2026
Join us Wednesday, June 17th for some dinosaur fun at this one-day event for children ages 2.5 - 10 years old! You’ll enjoy indoor arts and crafts, outdoor activities such as Dino egg soccer, and dinosaur egg excavation. Don't forget to pose for a photo with our Skateboarding Dino! Parent or caregiver must be present during the event. Pre-registration is required! Cost is $12 per child.
05/26/2026
05/21/2026
Memorial Day Hours Reminder 🇺🇸
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 Recreation’s 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. ☀️
From sports and yoga to arts, pottery, outdoor adventures, and family programs, there’s 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/
05/11/2026
Check out these soccer classes at our neighboring Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center!
Spaces still available in Soccer Stars starting next week (May 14th)! ⚽
Register online at: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/seattle/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&site_ids=445&activity_keyword=soccer&viewMode=list or by calling the community center at (206) 684-7534.
05/07/2026
Jump into summer with Seattle Parks and Recreation 2026 Aquatics hours!
We’re excited to announce our 2026 Summer Aquatics Hours are here! From indoor and outdoor swim opportunities to sprayparks, wading pools, and summer beaches, there’s 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/
We would like to address some confusion within the community:
We are NOT affiliated with the Laurelhurst Community Council or the Laurelhurst Community Club.
Additionally, we want to make it clear that we have no involvement in the issue surrounding the helipad at Children's Hospital. We have not made any comments on this matter.
Thank you for your understanding and for recognizing that we are not connected to this issue in any way.
If you have questions about the Seattle Children’s helipad, please contact Seattle Children’s Support Team at 206-987-2550.
04/28/2026
Hi Seattle tennis and pickleball players 👋 ! 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.
📅 May 4, 6:30 PM – Bitter Lake Community Center
📅 May 7, 7 PM – Garfield Community Center
📅 May 9, 10:30 AM – 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. 💬
https://engageseattleparks.com/outdoor-racquet-sports-strategy/rs-engage
4/24: Tot Room is re-opening today!
| Monday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 2pm |
| Wednesday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 2pm |
| Friday | 2pm - 7pm |