Family FunBACK TO SCHOOL BBQ WITH SOUNDERS FCDenny ParkBBQ, games and a backpack and school supplies giveaway.Saturday, Aug. 31 ♦ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

BLOCK PARTYCascade PlaygroundFree raffle, BBQ, bouncy houses and music.Tuesday, Aug. 6 ♦ 4-8 p.m.

CASCADE KIDS DAYSCascade PlaygroundBouncy houses, games, art, and kids workshops.Saturdays, June 29, July 13, Aug. 3 ♦ 12-3 p.m.

FAMILY FUN EVENINGSDonnie Chin International Children's ParkJoin community center staff at the park to create some fantastic art and participate in games, enjoy kid-friendly concerts and entertainers, and other special activities.Fridays, July 12-Aug. 30 ♦ 6-8 p.m.

FAMILY WATER DAYDenny ParkWear your suit, shades and be ready to get wet! Slip N' slide, music, food and other fun water activities for the family.Saturday, July 27 ♦ 12-4 p.m.

FOUNTAIN FESTIVALFreeway Park Celebrate the heat of summer and our Park's greatest architectural features with water games, food, music, face painting and more.Saturday, July 27 ♦ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

IN BLOOMFreeway ParkExperience the bounty of our summer landscape with free flowers, food, tree tours, music and more!Saturday, June 15 ♦ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUTDenny ParkCome join neighbors in the park and streets for National Night Out!Tuesday, Aug. 6 ♦ 6-8 p.m.

Center City CinemaJoin us for movies under the stars! Pre-movie activities start at 6 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk.Fri., July 12 Cascade Playground Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse Westlake Park AquamanFri., July 19 Cascade Playground Up Westlake Park Christopher RobinFri., July 26 Cascade Playground ShrekFri., Aug. 2 Freeway Park Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse Westlake Park Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (original)Sat., Aug. 3 Hing Hay Park Crazy Rich AsiansFri., Aug. 9 Freeway Park Best in Show Westlake Park Jurassic ParkSat., Aug. 10 Hing Hay Park Iron Monkey (Cantonese)Fri., Aug. 16 Freeway Park Won't You Be My Neighbor? Westlake Park Captain MarvelSat., Aug. 17 Hing Hay Park MiraiFri., Aug. 23 Freeway Park Crazy Rich Asians Westlake Park Incredibles 2Sat., Aug. 24 Hing Hay Park UpFri., Aug. 30 Freeway Park LabyrinthRain-out Information:Cascade Playground, Freeway Park, and Hing Hay Park, ...........................................................206-684-7710*Please call rain-out line after 1 p.m. on day of event to inquire about potential weather cancellations.

Please check our website for updated program information.

www.seattle.gov/parks/downtown

DancingDANCING ‘TIL DUSKFreeway Park ♦ Hing Hay Park Occidental Park ♦ Westlake ParkThirteen magical evenings of free, live music and social dancing (no experience or partner required). All programs run 6-9:30 p.m.♦ 6 p.m. - one-hour beginner lesson♦ 7 p.m. - Let the dancing begin!Visit www.danceforjoy.biz for more information

Thu., July 11 Zydeco Hing Hay ParkTue., July 16 Honky Tonk Occidental ParkThu., July 18 Swing Hing Hay ParkTue., July 23 Gypsy Swing Occidental ParkThu., July 25 Big Band Swing Freeway ParkTue., July 30 Tango Westlake ParkThu., Aug. 1 Blues Freeway ParkTue., Aug. 6 WC Swing Westlake ParkThu., Aug. 8 Salsa Freeway ParkTue., Aug. 13 Country Westlake ParkThu., Aug. 15 Rock 'n Roll Revival Freeway ParkTue., Aug. 20 Hollywood Westlake Park Movie MusicTue., Aug. 22 All Styles Freeway Park

SALSA IN THE PARKBell Street Park (3rd-4th)Enjoy hours of salsa dancing in the street!Saturday, July 27 ♦ 6:30-10 p.m.Saturday, Sept. 21 ♦ 6:30-10 p.m.

Music And ConcertsDOWNTOWN SUMMER SOUNDSCity Hall, Denny, Freeway, Occidental Square, and Westlake parksFree live music at a variety of locations throughout downtown Seattle.All programs run 12-1 p.m.Tue., July 9 City Hall ParkFri., July 12 Denny ParkTue., July 16 City Hall ParkFri., July 19 Denny ParkTue., July 23 City Hall ParkFri., July 26 Westlake ParkTue., July 30 City Hall ParkFri., Aug. 2 Occidental SquareFri., Aug. 9 Freeway ParkFri., Aug. 16 Occidental Square

HAPPY HOURS Live music, adult beverages and fun! Westlake ParkWednesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31 ♦ 5-7 p.m.Occidental SquareWednesdays, Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 ♦ 5-7 p.m.

HOT SPOTWaterfront ParkSoak up some sun with live music and DJ dance parties, food and family activities.Saturdays and Sundays, July 6-Sept. 112-8 p.m.

LUNCH AND LISTENCity Hall ParkFree live music during lunchtime from local musicians.Tuesdays, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27 ♦ 12-1 p.m.

SEATTLE CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL - MUSIC UNDER THE STARSFreeway ParkLive broadcast of the performance from Benaroya Hall on 98.1 Classical KING FM. Bring a picnic! BBQs are available for grilling.Fridays, July 5, 12, 19, 26 ♦ 7-10 p.m.

SUMMER STAGECascade PlaygroundConcerts in the park with talented local musicians!Thursdays, June 13-Aug. 29 ♦ 12-2 p.m.

TUESDAY BREW AND TUNESFreeway ParkLive music, a beer garden, and a food truck every Tuesday in Seneca Plaza.Tuesdays, Aug. 6-Sept. 24♦4:30-6:30 p.m.**check online for participating bands**

Arts and CraftsART ON THE FLY: DANCE PERFORMANCEDenny ParkSeattle International Dance Festival performance.Saturday, June 8 ♦ 12-3 p.m.

COMMUNITY KITESFreeway ParkPaint a kite to be included in Freeway Park's 8th annual art-kite installation.Fridays, June 7-Sept. 27 ♦ 12-2 p.m.

DRAG QUEEN TEEN PAGEANTWestlake ParkSaturday, June 22 ♦ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

FESTÁL FRIDAYSWestlake ParkFestival Sundiata, Brasil Fest and Festal ItalianaFridays, June 14, Aug. 16, Sept. 27 ♦ 12-1 p.m.

KIDS ART IN THE PARKCascade PlaygroundWeekly arts and crafts workshops in the park.Fridays, June 21-Aug. 30 ♦ 2:30-4 p.m.

LECTURES AND STORYTELLINGHing Hay ParkHear stories of old from great local speakers!Wednesdays, July 24, 31; Aug. 7, 14 12-1 p.m.

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Westlake ParkDrag Queen StorytellingThursdays, July 4, 11, 18, 25 ♦ 12-2 p.m.

PAINT IN THE PARKShow off your painting skills in the park! Paint a Seattle vista and take your artwork home!City Hall ParkThursdays, July 11-Aug. 29 ♦ 4-6 p.m.Denny ParkThursdays, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 ♦ 4-6 p.m.Occidental SquareWednesdays, Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 ♦ 5-7 p.m.Victor Steinbrueck ParkTuesdays and Thursdays, June 4-July 30* 4-6 p.m. (*No class on July 4)Westlake ParkWednesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31 ♦ 5-7 p.m.

SEATTLE RECREATIVEWatercolors, rock painting, pastels, magic, puppet making and more!Occidental SquareTuesdays, June 4, 18; July 2, 16, 30; Aug. 13, 27 ♦ 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Westlake ParkTuesdays, June 11, 25; July 9, 23; Aug. 6, 20 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

SILVER KITE COMMUNITY ARTSWatercolors, instrument making, visual arts workshop, magic and more!Occidental SquareTuesdays, June 11, 25; July 9, 23; Aug. 6, 20 12-2 p.m.Westlake ParkTuesdays, June 4, 18; July 2, 16, 30; Aug. 13, 27 ♦ 12-2 p.m.

SOUTHEAST ALASKAN NATIVE SONG, DANCE & STORYTELLINGVictor Steinbrueck ParkCultural presentations of the Tlingit people from Southeast Alaska including traditional storytelling, Tlingit language, song, dance and regalia.Saturdays, June 1, 15, 29; July 13, 27 12-1 p.m.

URBAN CRAFT UPRISING PRESENTS FIRST THURSDAYS ART IN THE PARKOccidental SquareLive music, art demonstrations, live model figure sketching and games for the kids!First Thursday of June, Aug., Sept., Oct.* 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (*No programs in July)

GardeningALLEYCAT ACRES GARDEN PARTIESCascade PlaygroundLearn about the giving garden and growing vegetables.Mondays, May 6-Oct. 28 ♦ 4-7 p.m.

HERBALISM CLASSESCascade PlaygroundJoin Moonlight Medicine to learn about herbal remedies for stress, immunity, and skin.Wednesdays, June 19, July 10, 24 ♦ 5-7 p.m.

Pet FunFIRST HILL FIDOSFreeway ParkJoin your friends and neighbors for the 5th Annual First Hill Fidos! Enter your dog to win prizes from Mud Bay!Thursday, June 13 ♦ 6-8 p.m.

OFF-LEASH AREASDenny Park, 100 Dexter Ave. NPlymouth Pillars, Boren Ave. and Pike St.Regrade, 3rd and Bell St.

Fitness, Games and Books BOOK CARTSFreeway ParkMonday-Friday, June 1-Sept. 30 ♦ 12-2 p.m.

CHESS TOURNAMENTSCity Hall ParkFridays, June 21-Sept. 6 ♦ 12 p.m.

DROP-IN ACTIVITIESBadminton: Tuesday-Friday ♦ Cascade

Playground, City Hall Park, Denny ParkBocce: Daily ♦ Occidental Square. Borrow

balls at information kiosk.Chess: Daily ♦ Cascade Playground, City Hall

Park, Hing Hay Park, Occidental Square and Westlake Park

Cornhole: Daily ♦ Cascade Playground, City Hall Park, Denny Park, Freeway Park, Hing Hay Park, Occidental Square and Westlake Park

Ping-Pong: Daily ♦ Denny Park, Hing Hay Park, Occidental Square, Waterfront Park and Westlake Park

FIFA WOMEN'S WORLD CUP VIEWINGOccidental SquareJune 7-July 7 ♦ Any games at 12 p.m.

FITNESS WORKSHOPSDenny Park (w/ The Duncan Connection)Live DJ, spin and yoga, all in one session.Saturdays, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 ♦ 2-4 p.m.

MAHJONGHing Hay ParkPlay Mahjong in the park and compete with other community members.Thursdays, June 6-Sept. 19 ♦ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

PING PONG & SPORTSHing Hay ParkPing pong tournaments and recreational play, along with other sport activities.Fridays, July 12-Sept. 27 ♦ 12-4:30 p.m.*Tournaments are July 12, Aug. 2, Sept. 6 at 2 p.m.

TAI CHIHing Hay ParkRelieve stress with this graceful form of exercise!Tuesdays, June 4-Sept. 24 ♦ 12:30-2:30 p.m.

YOGA IN THE PARKCascade PlaygroundFree drop-in yoga sessions. Mats provided.Saturdays, June 1-Sept. 14 ♦ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.Freeway ParkHosted by the Washington Athletic Club, all levels welcome to join. Bring your own mat. Water provided.Wednesdays, July 10-Aug. 28 ♦ 12-1 p.m.

ZUMBA IN THE PARKFreeway ParkHosted by the Washington Athletic Club, all levels welcome to join!Mondays, July 8-Aug. 26 ♦ 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Community CentersInternational District/Chinatown Community Center

719 8th Ave. S, 206-233-0042@InternationalDistrictCC

Parks = park includes children's play area

Bell Street Park, 3rd and Bell St. www.downtownseattleparks.com

@BellStreetParkCascade Playground, 333 Pontius Ave. N www.cascadeplayground.org

@cascadeplaygroundDenny Park, 100 Dexter Ave. N www.friendsofdennypark.org

@friendsofdennypark @friendsofdennypark

Freeway Park, 700 Seneca St.www.freewayparkassociation.org

@freewayparkseattle @freewayparkseattle

Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. SInternational Children’s Park,

700 S Lane St. Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. Nwww.atlakeunionpark.orgOccidental Square, 117 S Washington St.www.downtownseattleparks.com

@occidentalsquarePioneer Square Park, 100 Yesler WayPlymouth Pillars Park, Boren Ave. and Pike St.

@PlymouthPillarsVictor Steinbrueck Park, 2001 Western Ave.Waterfront Park, 1301 Alaskan Way

@WaterfrontSeattleWestlake Park, 401 Pine St. www.downtownseattleparks.com

@WestlakePark

Center City Parks: 206-684-7710www.seattle.gov/parks/downtown

@SeattleCenterCityParksSeattle Parks and Recreation: 206-684-4075www.seattle.gov/parks

@SeattleParksandRecreation@SeattleParksandRec@SeattleParks

Center City Parks

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WESTLAKE PARK

DENNY PARK

FREEWAY PARKPlease check our website for updated

program information.www.seattle.gov/parks/downtown