Jefferson Community Center

Summer fun update! South Park and Beacon Hill sprayparks are officially OPEN!

Looking for the perfect way to keep cool this summer? Our sprayparks are open daily from 12-7 PM until September 7!

Find a spraypark near you: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/pools/wading-pools-and-sprayparks

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/

Join Seattle Parks and Recreation and partners for the Beacon Hill Festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM at Jefferson Park (3801 Beacon Ave. S).

Enjoy free pottery, painting, and gardening classes where you can create your own projects to take home. We’ll also have live music, bounce houses, food trucks, self-defense classes, kite-making activities, and a talent show!

For more information, call 206-684-7481 or email [email protected].

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/

Heads up, Seattle! The South Park Spraypark is currently closed, pending the final inspection. We anticipate opening this new amenity soon. The Beacon Hill Spraypark is also temporarily closed this weekend due to a mechanical issue. We expect to have it back online soon.

Looking for nearby sprayparks? Check out:
• Georgetown Playfield Spraypark
• Highland Park Spraypark
• John C. Little Park Spraypark
• Judkins Park Spraypark

Find the full list of Seattle sprayparks: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/pools/wading-pools-and-sprayparks

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

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

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/

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/

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