Lifelong Recreation Programs

Summer is here, and there's still time to sign up for Seattle Parks and Recreation summer camps and programs! ☀️

We still have openings in select programs across the city for ages 4–17, including art and robotics camps, dance, sports, and more!

Scholarships are available for income-qualified households.

Find available programs and register today: https://bit.ly/spr_activity_reg

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Many indoor facilities and Colman outdoor pool will be closed, while parks, sprayparks, golf courses, Mounger outdoor pool, and select swim beaches will remain open.

Plan before your visit and check the full list of closures: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/06/15/juneteenth-closures-for-seattle-parks-and-recreation-june-19-2026/

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities and programs will be closed Thursday, June 4, 2026, due to a Recreation Division staff training day.

Most indoor facilities will be closed, while parks, sprayparks, golf courses, Mounger pool, and select swim beaches will remain open.

View the full list of closures: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/06/02/many-seattle-parks-and-recreation-facilities-to-close-june-4-for-recreation-division-staff-training/

Join us at Seven Hills Park to Move, Breathe, and Heal. Together. We're hosting a free community wellness event open to all ages, abilities, and experience levels.

The event includes a guided morning walk, a facilitated healing circle, and a guided midday walk. Join for one activity or stay for the full experience.

📍 Seven Hills Park | 1514 E Howell St, Seattle
🚌 Metro Route 10 stops at the park

Bring water, comfortable shoes, and a friend. For more information: [email protected]

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/

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/

Have some pickleball experience and looking to sharpen your skills or move to the next level? Lifelong Recreation has space in 2 of our Pickleball Skills Classes at Meadowbrook Community Center starting May 19! For adults ages 50+.

Pickleball Skills: Beyond Beginners, Tuesdays May 19 - June 16, 12-1:30pm, $60, #86842.

Pickleball Skills: Intermediate, Tuesday May 19 - June 16, 1:30-3pm, $60, #86843.

Register today by calling Meadowbrook Community Center at: 206-684-7522, or online here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/seattle/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&days_of_week=0000000&min_age=50&site_ids=225&season_ids=50&activity_keyword=pickleball%20skills&viewMode=list

Questions about this activity? Contact NE Lifelong Recreation: 206-696-8252.

Walking Soccer is coming to Seattle! Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Lifelong Recreation Program (50+) is partnering with Big Foot Walking Soccer to offer two Walking Soccer clinics this May at Magnuson Park. This is a fun social activity to participate in to stay active or try something new!

Clinic Dates:
Tuesday, May 5 | 10 AM – 12 PM
Tuesday, May 12 | 10 AM – 12 PM

Spots are limited. Register online or call 206-684-4951:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/seattle/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_keyword=walking%20soccer&viewMode=list

Do you enjoy reading and good conversations? Come join us at Lifelong Recreation's Northgate Book Club for adults ages 50+. Each month members read the selected book and then come together to explore various questions and themes! No cost, but please register. Activity #: 86838

Northgate Community Center
10510 5th Ave NE, Seattle 98125
2nd Tuesdays of the month, 3 - 4:30 pm

Spring Reading List:
Meeting Date: May 12, 2026
Sky Ranch: Reared in the High Country
by Linda Lockwood

Meeting Date: June 9, 2026
Where the Crawdads Sing
by Delia Owens

Register by calling Northgate CC at: 206-386-4283,
in person, or online here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/seattle/activity/search/detail/80970?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Questions? Call NE Lifelong at: 206-696-8252