April 16, 2024

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Two people walk on a paved bath underneath large pine trees, passing a bench surrounded by green grass.

Seattle’s parks are a great example of the abundance of variety in our Emerald City. | Photo by SEAtoday staff

Whether you’re looking for a place to play with the kiddos or to decompress with some off-screen time, the Seattle metro area features tons of parks and recreational spots for you to enjoy.

Ready to plan your trip to the park? Grab your shades and trusty water bottle — here are some of the Emerald City’s best:

Discovery Park, 3801 Discovery Park Blvd.
This park is pretty all-encompassing with 534 acres and nine miles meandering through sand dunes, tidal beaches, dramatic cliffs, and lush forests — there’s also a playground with zip lines for the kids.

A person wearing a bucket hat stands on a sandy path facing the Pacific Ocean, with an island in the distance and tall grasses bordering the path. — Discovery Park is where we would go to stand and wave as we watch our lover depart on their long-term sea voyage.
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Photo by @mowaryn

Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, 18201 SE Cougar Mountain Dr., Renton
There are 3,000+ acres of nature here. Hike to your heart’s content through second-growth forests, wetlands, and caves (please be careful if you go in a cave, though).

Marymoor Park, 6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. NE, Redmond
Let your imagination run wild in the many fields here — or stick to sports-specific options on the park’s rugby and cricket fields, tennis courts, and a 45-ft free-standing climbing rock.

If you like to get creative with how you get active, Cal Anderson Park is the way to go.
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Photo by Futoshi Kobayashi

Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE
The 8.6-acre off leash area is the only one within Seattle city limits that includes beach access for your pups. We all need to cool off, right?

Wallingford Playfield, 4219 Wallingford Ave. N.
In addition to its ADA-accessible playground, your kid will also delight in the wading pool, picnic areas, and space to play ball.

Volunteer Park, 1247 15th Ave. E.
This isn’t the biggest playground Seattle Parks has to offer, but there’s enough in this area to make a whole, educational family day of it — including the Seattle Asian Art Museum and the Volunteer Park Conservatory.

19 more parks near you

Asked

What is your favorite park activity to do in our city?

A. Walking my dog
B. Spending time with the kiddos
C. Having a picnic
D. Jogging or working out
E. Other

Let us know

Events

Tuesday, April 16

Short Film Premiere: “The Best Sides of Cycling” | Tuesday, April 16 | 7-9 p.m. | SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N., Seattle | $5-$15 | Ticket sales benefit Ampersand Bike Club, a space formed to support “cyclists of BIPOC and multi-racial identities in Seattle.”
Matthew Whitaker Quintet | Tuesday, April 16-Wednesday, April 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., Seattle | $33.50 | Matthew Whitaker, a 23-year-old keyboard prodigy, takes the stage with guitarists + percussionists for a lively night of jazz.

Wednesday, April 17

History Café: Black Farmers Collective | Wednesday, April 17 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave. N., Seattle | Free | Join in on a discussion about Black farmers’ experiences in building Black-led food systems + community.
Kaushiki Chakraborty and Ambi Subramaniam | Wednesday, April 17 | 7 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland | $25-$75 | This classical concert blends North and South Indian genres with an experienced vocalist and violinist.
Author Talk with Margaret Juhae Lee | Wednesday, April 17 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Third Place Books, 6504 20th Ave. NE, Seattle | Free | Juhae Lee discusses her book “Starry Field: A Memoir of Lost History,” which explores her family’s experiences in Korea throughout modern history.
Laser 4/20 Week | Wednesday, April 17-Sunday, April 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N., Seattle | $16.70-$27.95 | Catch one of these one-night-only shows in the Laser Dome featuring music from artists like Radiohead, SZA, Kendrick Lamar, and Pink Floyd.

Thursday, April 18

Signaraoke | Thursday, April 18 | 7-10 p.m. | Crescent Lounge, 1413 E. Olive Way, Seattle | Free | Celebrate National Deaf LGBTQ+ Awareness Week with signing karaoke in a fun and festive environment.
Dvorak Symphony No. 6 | Thursday, April 18 + Saturday, April 20 | Times vary | Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle | $35-$135 | Listen to a live orchestra performing masterworks, led by internationally renowned conductor Shiyeon Sung.

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Travel

10 Vrbos so amazing, they won 2024’s “Vacation Rentals of the Year”

The Paradise Found Vrbo in Florida, seen from the back with its expansive pool, palm tress, and outdoor living room.

Yes, all of these incredible houses are available to book. | Photo of Paradise Found via Vrbo

Vrbo released this year’s list of Vacation Rentals of the Year, and we can’t stop looking at these incredible homes.

Ranging from $711 to $4,750 a night and built to accommodate a crowd, these Vrbos were made to host the next big family vacation or group trip.

Sedona, Arizona: Palatial Paradise Estate

Heated infinity pool, game room, outdoor fireplace

Sand Lake, Michigan: Sandy Lakehouse

Pickleball court, bikes, paddleboards, and kayaks

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico: Casa Acantilado

Ocean-view bedrooms, cliffside sauna, hot tub

See photos of all 10 Vrbos

News Notes

Open

The Station Coffee Shop just opened its second location in Columbia City at 3000 S. Alaska St., Ste. B. To cap off its first week of operations, the new spot will have a grand opening party this Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Announced

MoPOP dropped an exclusive deal for Washington residents called “Maycation.” Throughout May, enjoy $24 tickets + 10% off on a membership. Hop on the deals early — it’s just in time for the museum’s “May the Fourth” event, a day-long Star Wars extravaganza.

Coming Soon

An upscale hot pot restaurant is moving into the second floor of Lincoln Square North in downtown Bellevue. Formerly occupied by Din Tai Fung, the new eatery will be a Wagyu House concept with all-you-can-eat hot pot and Japanese barbecue + a premium seafood menu. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Arts

Uptown Arts & Culture Coalition is accepting applications for an artist-in-residency program. The selected applicant will design a series of crosswalks for the uptown neighborhood. If you are a Western Washington resident within the first four years of your career as an artist, you can apply.

Plan Ahead

For Mother’s Day, Hood Famous Bakeshop is teaming up with Lola’s Traveling Tea Party to host a “Filipinx Twist on Afternoon Tea.” On Sunday, May 12, the bakery will serve special menu items including pastries, sandwiches, teas + a la carte cocktails. Book your reservation now.

Real Estate

A remodeled 6,700-sqft house with 75 feet of Lake Washington access at 6 Columbia Key in Bellevue recently listed for $9 million. The home once served as a large two-story garage for the late businessman David Fluke’s well-known car collection. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Cause

You can get a dozen donuts for $15 and donate for a cause. Order using this link from Krispy Kreme before Friday, May 3, and 50% of the proceeds will go back to the White Center Pride nonprofit in preparation for its street festival on Saturday, June 1.

Sports

The NFL Draft is less than two weeks away. Prep with all you need to know from the local experts on the Seattle Seahawks via Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Home

Lower your energy bills before summer. Renewal by Andersen^® will replace old windows with beautiful, energy-efficient windows — get a free quote and shop a limited-time spring savings event.*

The Buy

This sleek outdoor side table that doubles as a cooler, perfect for the warmer days ahead. Pop the top off to reveal ice and your refreshing beverage of choice.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Madeline

From the editor

Alina and I are so excited to look through your submissions for SEAtoday’s Poetry Contest. Stay tuned for finalists later this week. 👀

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