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 “Friends of Seattle’s Olmsted Parks” 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
05/28/2026
🌿 Big news for the Washington Park Arboretum!
Phase 1 of the Waterfront Trail restoration begins this June. Trail upgrades are coming to Foster Island to improve accessibility and year-round use. Thanks for your patience as we enhance this beloved space! 💚✨
For more info, please visit: https://engageseattleparks.com/washington-park-arboretum-waterfront-trail
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/
05/10/2026
Summer Activity Camp Instructor Positions Now Open! ☀️ Do you love working with kids and have a skill to share?
Pay is approx $25/hr-$29/hr depending on role and experience.
Available positions (until filled!)
-Art Camp Instructor 🎨
-Sports Camp Instructor 🏀
-Adventure Camp Instructor 🧙♂️
-Sub-Floater (lil' bit of everything!) 🤓
ZAP the QR Code to see the posts and learn more!
https://arcseattle.org/about/careers/
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/