Book Carts & Buskers
June – September : Mon – Fri: 12-2pm : Located in Seneca Plaza
Book Carts
Seattle is the most literary city in the nation! Get book club ready with new and gently used books at the historic Book Carts in Seneca Plaza. Book prices range from $2-4 each and proceeds go to Friend’s of the Seattle Public Library.
Buskers
Enjoy live music and support local musicians while you visit the Park.
Park Services Cart: June – September; Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12-2pm; Wednesdays: 4-6pm
Located in Upper Lawns (lawn space by Pigott Corridor): Stop by and say ‘hi’ to FPA staff, find out what’s happening in the Park, and stay awhile! On Wednesday evenings we’ll have lawn games, and music to enjoy. This is a chance to get to know FPA staff and to learn more about the unique space that is Freeway Park.
Wellness Classes: Mondays & Tuesdays in July + August starting July 8th
Zumba: Mondays: 5:30-6:30pm: July 8th – August 26th: Located in Seneca Plaza
Free Fitness Classes taught by the Washington Athletic Club. Shake a tail feather and break a sweat at one of these all-levels and all-ages cardio dance classes in Seneca Plaza.
Yoga: Tuesdays: 12-1pm: July 9th – August 27th: Located in Upper Lawns (lawn space by Pigott Corridor)
Free Fitness Classes taught by the Washington Athletic Club. All levels and abilities welcome in Upper Lawns on the grassy lawn adjacent to the Seattle Convention Center. Water and a few mats provided, but bring your own if you can!
Dancing ‘Til DuskL Thursdays in July: 6-9pm: Located in Seneca Plaza
July 11th – English Country Dance (Called by Laura Mé Smith)
July 18th – The Hot Tango Four (Tango)
July 25th – Swingin’ In The Rain with Dina Blade (Variety)
One of the best excuses to get outside on a weekday! Free dance lessons and live bands in Seneca Plaza. Lessons begin at 6pm, with a live band and dancing from 7-9pm.
Happy Hour Garden Party: Wednesday, July 10th 4-6pm: Located in Upper Lawns (lawn space by Pigott Corridor)
It’s a jungle out there! Meet up in Upper Lawns past 8th. Ave underpass and we’ll be out weeding, pruning or planting. Join us for 5 minutes or the whole time! We will have some drinks and snacks! Tools and gloves provided – but bring your own if you can.