Volunteer Park Events Calendar
This listing includes all events hosted by Volunteer Park Trust, as well as other events taking place at Volunteer Park that have permits from Seattle Parks & Recreation.
Have a permitted event you would like included? Send us an email!
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m. at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
2nd Saturday Work Party
Join your friends and neighbors as we weed and clean the garden beds in Volunteer Park to keep it beautiful for everyone. This is a great event for kids and families.
Meet us at the Black Sun Sculpture across from Seattle Asian Art Museum at 10:00 AM on Saturday. If you arrive late, look for our green signboard telling you where in the park we will be working.
We will provide the gloves and tools.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m. at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
New Volunteer Orientation (via Zoom)
Join in for an orientation (via Zoom) on the various ways you can get involved with Volunteer Park Trust! You'll hear from members of our committees, learn more about our signature events and associated volunteer opportunities, and come away with ideas for how you can be part of supporting the park.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m. at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m. at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m. at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m. at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m. at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Trail Run First Wednesdays
Seattle Frontrunners First Wednesday Trail Runs
Join us for a trail run through the verdant trails that Seattle offers on the 1st Wednesday of each month starting in front of the Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park (same place as our regular Wednesday road run). Rain or shine! Lose yourself in a trail running experience that only Seattle can offer! The address is 1400 E Prospect St, Seattle, WA 98112. Afterwards, we all go to a nearby establishment for dinner and socializing.
The following trail courses are available:
4.5 miles Arboretum-Interlaken Course
6.5 miles Arboretum-Foster & Marsh Islands - Interlaken Course
Fall Restoration Day
Join your friends and neighbors as we weed and clean the garden beds in Volunteer Park to keep it beautiful for everyone. This is a great event for kids and families.
Meet us at the Black Sun Sculpture across from Seattle Asian Art Museum at 10:00 AM on Saturday. If you arrive late, look for our green signboard telling you where in the park we will be working.
We will provide the gloves and tools.
Trail Run First Wednesdays
Seattle Frontrunners First Wednesday Trail Runs
Join us for a trail run through the verdant trails that Seattle offers on the 1st Wednesday of each month starting in front of the Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park (same place as our regular Wednesday road run). Rain or shine! Lose yourself in a trail running experience that only Seattle can offer! The address is 1400 E Prospect St, Seattle, WA 98112. Afterwards, we all go to a nearby establishment for dinner and socializing.
The following trail courses are available:
4.5 miles Arboretum-Interlaken Course
6.5 miles Arboretum-Foster & Marsh Islands - Interlaken Course
2nd Saturday Work Party
Join your friends and neighbors as we weed and clean the garden beds in Volunteer Park to keep it beautiful for everyone. This is a great event for kids and families.
Meet us at the Black Sun Sculpture across from Seattle Asian Art Museum at 10:00 AM on Saturday. If you arrive late, look for our green signboard telling you where in the park we will be working.
We will provide the gloves and tools.
Trail Run First Wednesdays
Seattle Frontrunners First Wednesday Trail Runs
Join us for a trail run through the verdant trails that Seattle offers on the 1st Wednesday of each month starting in front of the Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park (same place as our regular Wednesday road run). Rain or shine! Lose yourself in a trail running experience that only Seattle can offer! The address is 1400 E Prospect St, Seattle, WA 98112. Afterwards, we all go to a nearby establishment for dinner and socializing.
The following trail courses are available:
4.5 miles Arboretum-Interlaken Course
6.5 miles Arboretum-Foster & Marsh Islands - Interlaken Course
VPT Holiday in the Park
Mark your calendar for our annual Holiday in the Park! This free annual event features live music, kids activities, and good cheer. It’s a great opportunity to connect with the community and get outside as we head into winter.
2nd Saturday Work Party
Join your friends and neighbors as we weed and clean the garden beds in Volunteer Park to keep it beautiful for everyone. This is a great event for kids and families.
Meet us at the Black Sun Sculpture across from Seattle Asian Art Museum at 10:00 AM on Saturday. If you arrive late, look for our green signboard telling you where in the park we will be working.
We will provide the gloves and tools.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Trail Run First Wednesdays
Seattle Frontrunners First Wednesday Trail Runs
Join us for a trail run through the verdant trails that Seattle offers on the 1st Wednesday of each month starting in front of the Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park (same place as our regular Wednesday road run). Rain or shine! Lose yourself in a trail running experience that only Seattle can offer! The address is 1400 E Prospect St, Seattle, WA 98112. Afterwards, we all go to a nearby establishment for dinner and socializing.
The following trail courses are available:
4.5 miles Arboretum-Interlaken Course
6.5 miles Arboretum-Foster & Marsh Islands - Interlaken Course
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Rainbow City Orchestra "Summer Strings" Performance
At this free public concert, Rainbow City Orchestra’s talented strings players will be performing classical arrangements of popular music from the 1970s, 1990s, and early 2000s.
About Rainbow City Orchestra
Rainbow City Orchestra is one of the seven musical ensembles that make up Rainbow City Performing Arts, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing equity and visibility of LGBTQIA+ individuals. Through their performances, they aim to bring forward works that highlight diverse voices and composers, featuring music that evokes themes of hope and shines a light on their collective strength.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Dancing til Dusk
Dancing til Dusk is 16 summer evenings of free music, dance lessons and dancing in Seattle parks!
The first hour is a beginning dance lesson, no partner necessary as we change partners in the lesson. If you prefer not to change partners, bring one along!
Volunteer Park on August 20: Blues, with DJs Whitney Leisenring and Alex Hanning
Rain hotline: 206‑264‑5646
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Urban Survival Skills Fair
The Seattle Emergency Hubs North Capitol Hill unit is a volunteer community organization aligned with others in the hub network to cultivate emergency preparedness. This hands-on event will help you prepare yourself and your household for a disaster. Appropriate for all ages. Everyone welcome!
Attendees will learn earthquake and disaster preparedness, including what supplies to have in your home, how to prepare family and pets, how to store and/or sterilize water, food safety, post-disaster communications and sanitation, and more. You’ll also learn how Seattle is preparing for a major disaster, gain awareness of how neighbors can work together to support one another, and learn what the North Capitol Hill Hub is capable of in such an event.
Contact Sally at NCapHillHub@gmail.com with questions.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Summer Series at the Amphitheater: August 13th
Nite Wave
ABBAgraphs
Full Summer Series Lineup
Artists
Closing out our Summer Series is a favorite from last year: Nite Wave! Since 2011, Nite Wave has been passionate about ‘80s New Wave and putting on a night you'll never forget. Hear everything from Prince to Depeche Mode to Duran Duran to INXS and more!
Opener The ABBAgraphs invite you to step into a glittery time warp as the six-piece powerhouse ensemble recreates the pop magic of ABBA’s chart-topping hits from the '70s and early '80s that keep the dance floor buzzing.
Food trucks
The rotation of food trucks changes each night of Summer Series. On August 13, look for: Thai-U-Up, Where Ya’ At Matt?, Tacos Cortes, Oskar’s Pizza, and Dippy’s Ice Cream.
Transportation
The Amphitheater in Volunteer Park can be reached by light rail (Capitol Hill Station) and Metro bus routes #10 and #49. Some parking is available in Volunteer Park, but we encourage use of public transportation, walking, and biking.
Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for their support of the Summer Series at the Amphitheater. All six of our summer concerts are presented for FREE to the community because of their support.
Volunteer Park Trust also thanks Seattle Parks and Recreation and Seattle Parks Foundation for their ongoing support.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park! Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Shakespeare in the Park: Coriolanus (ASL Interpreted)
Green Stage once again presents free Shakespeare in the Park performances!
Coriolanus: In a deeply divided country, a fierce warrior seeks political office. But being consul requires Coriolanus use the art of compromise and flattery, not the art of war. When his pride and contempt for the people ignites the volatile relationship between the haves and have-nots, Coriolanus joins forces with Aufidius and the Volscian army. Rome’s greatest warrior becomes her greatest threat in Shakespeare’s most political play about pride, power, and identity.
Shakespeare in the Park: The Winter’s Tale (ASL Interpreted)
Green Stage once again presents free Shakespeare in the Park performances!
Coriolanus: In a deeply divided country, a fierce warrior seeks political office. But being consul requires Coriolanus use the art of compromise and flattery, not the art of war. When his pride and contempt for the people ignites the volatile relationship between the haves and have-nots, Coriolanus joins forces with Aufidius and the Volscian army. Rome’s greatest warrior becomes her greatest threat in Shakespeare’s most political play about pride, power, and identity.
2nd Saturday Work Party
Join your friends and neighbors as we weed and clean the garden beds in Volunteer Park to keep it beautiful for everyone. This is a great event for kids and families.
Meet us at the Black Sun Sculpture across from Seattle Asian Art Museum at 10:00 AM on Saturday. If you arrive late, look for our green signboard telling you where in the park we will be working.
We will provide the gloves and tools.
Shakespeare in the Park: Coriolanus
Green Stage once again presents free Shakespeare in the Park performances!
Coriolanus: In a deeply divided country, a fierce warrior seeks political office. But being consul requires Coriolanus use the art of compromise and flattery, not the art of war. When his pride and contempt for the people ignites the volatile relationship between the haves and have-nots, Coriolanus joins forces with Aufidius and the Volscian army. Rome’s greatest warrior becomes her greatest threat in Shakespeare’s most political play about pride, power, and identity.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Summer Series at the Amphitheater: August 6th
MarchFourth
Dance Church
UPDATE: March Fourth will perform 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Dance Church is canceled.
Dance Church involves dancing, so this portion of the event is canceled due to lower air quality.
Full Summer Series Lineup
Artists
MarchFourth is a kaleidoscope of musical and visual energy that inspires unabashed dancing and an atmosphere of celebration. Their show is a sonic journey with worldwide influences, echoing the deepest grooves of American funk, rock, and jazz boiled all together in cinematic fashion, with showmanship, flare, and BIG heart.
—DANCE CHURCH EVENT IS CANCELED DUE TO AIR QUALITY—
Opening is returning favorite Dance Church! This fitness-class meets dance therapy session will have you on your feet. Their fun and inclusive approach to dancing is designed for people of all shapes and sizes, backgrounds and identities.
Food trucks
The rotation of food trucks changes each night of Summer Series. On August 6, look for: Thai-U-Up, Empanadas El Pachi, Tacos Cortes, Oskar’s Pizza, and Dippy’s Ice Cream.
Transportation
The Amphitheater in Volunteer Park can be reached by light rail (Capitol Hill Station) and Metro bus routes #10 and #49. Some parking is available in Volunteer Park, but we encourage use of public transportation, walking, and biking.
Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for their support of the Summer Series at the Amphitheater. All six of our summer concerts are presented for FREE to the community because of their support.
Volunteer Park Trust also thanks Seattle Parks and Recreation and Seattle Parks Foundation for their ongoing support.
Wooden O: Macbeth
Pack a picnic, grab a blanket, and settle in for FREE Shakespeare in the Park throughout the Puget Sound Region.
Three witches. One prophecy. A couple who will stop at nothing to seize the throne. Shakespeare’s most electrifying thriller has it all: dark magic, ruthless ambition, spectacular downfalls, and some of the most famous scenes in all of theatre.
Trail Run First Wednesdays
Seattle Frontrunners First Wednesday Trail Runs
Join us for a trail run through the verdant trails that Seattle offers on the 1st Wednesday of each month starting in front of the Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park (same place as our regular Wednesday road run). Rain or shine! Lose yourself in a trail running experience that only Seattle can offer! The address is 1400 E Prospect St, Seattle, WA 98112. Afterwards, we all go to a nearby establishment for dinner and socializing.
The following trail courses are available:
4.5 miles Arboretum-Interlaken Course
6.5 miles Arboretum-Foster & Marsh Islands - Interlaken Course
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Summer Series at the Amphitheater: July 30th
Beatle Concert
Zje Mongol
Full Summer Series Lineup
Artists
BEATLECONCERT brings iconic Beatles songs to the stage. Performed by some of Seattle's most experienced musicians with no costumes or fake accents, BEATLECONCERT may be the closest you ever get to seeing the Beatles at the height of their powers.
Opener Zje Mongol is a Seattle-based family band bringing traditional Mongolian music to global audiences through the power of throat singing, horsehead fiddle, and steppe-born rhythms. Ancient sounds, modern stage.
Food trucks
The rotation of food trucks will change each night of Summer Series. For July 30, look for: Thai-U-Up, Where Ya At, Matt?, Tacos Cortes, Big Dog, Oskar’s Pizza, and Dippy’s Ice Cream.
Transportation
The Amphitheater in Volunteer Park can be reached by light rail (Capitol Hill Station) and Metro bus routes #10 and #49. Some parking is available in Volunteer Park, but we encourage use of public transportation, walking, and biking.
Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for their support of the Summer Series at the Amphitheater. All six of our summer concerts are presented for FREE to the community because of their support.
Volunteer Park Trust also thanks Seattle Parks and Recreation and Seattle Parks Foundation for their ongoing support.
Olmsted Walking Tour of Volunteer Park
Volunteer Park is often referred to as the crown jewel of Seattle’s Olmsted park and boulevard system. It is the most complete and best-preserved Olmsted-designed landscape in our city. Land purchased in 1876 was originally used as a cemetery, but in their 1903 report to the Seattle Board of Park Commissioners, the Olmsted Brothers proposed extensive improvements to the park. Join the Friends of Olmsted on a one mile walk exploration with lots of standing to listen.
Olmsted Walking Tour of Volunteer Park (morning tour)
Volunteer Park is often referred to as the crown jewel of Seattle’s Olmsted park and boulevard system. It is the most complete and best-preserved Olmsted-designed landscape in our city. Land purchased in 1876 was originally used as a cemetery, but in their 1903 report to the Seattle Board of Park Commissioners, the Olmsted Brothers proposed extensive improvements to the park. Join the Friends of Olmsted on a one mile walk exploration with lots of standing to listen.
Outdoor Fitness Class
Join Unstill Life for outdoor fitness classes early mornings in Volunteer Park. Workouts focus on functional fitness combining strength exercises with cardio, and include balance, mobility and agility to build your fitness for the outdoor activities you love. Workouts are varied and fun, and always adaptable. We meet Tuesdays and Fridays 6:30-7:30am at the Black Sun.
Contact Rachel for more information and to try a free class.
Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival (Shakespeare in the Park) (Copy)
The Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival returns, July 25-26, 2026! More details coming soon.
Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival (Shakespeare in the Park)
The Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival returns, July 25-26, 2026! More details coming soon.
Submit an Event
Hosting or know of a public event in Volunteer Park? Share the information with us to add it to the calendar!