Free Summer Teen XP Returns with Safe, Fun Summer Activities for Seattle Youth

City of Seattle, Washington sent this bulletin at 07/02/2026 02:58 PM PDT

Press Release

For Immediate Release

Contact Information
Christina Hirsch
Phone: 206-684-7241
Email: SPR_Media@seattle.gov

Free Summer Teen XP Returns with Safe, Fun Summer Activities for Seattle Youth

Formerly known as Summer of Safety, Seattle Parks and Recreation's free drop-in program offers structured activities, caring mentors, and welcoming spaces for youth throughout the summer.

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is launching Summer Teen XP (Experience) - Belong, Become, Thrive, formerly known as Summer of Safety, a free summer drop-in program offering structured activities, caring mentors, and welcoming spaces for youth throughout the summer. Operating at 16 community center and park locations across Seattle, Summer Teen XP provides young people with opportunities to stay active, build friendships, explore new interests, and connect with trusted adults in a safe and supportive environment.

Designed for youth ages 9–18 (ages vary by location), Summer Teen XP features a variety of engaging activities, including field trips, sports and athletics, arts and crafts, leadership development, games, special events, and outdoor recreation. Many sites also provide a free lunch through the City's Summer Food Service Program. Programs operate rain or shine, and no registration is required for daily participation. Youth are welcome to drop in at any time during regular program hours, though some field trips may require advance registration.

"Every young person deserves a safe place to spend their summer, build friendships, and have fun," said Michele Finnegan, Seattle Parks and Recreation Interim Superintendent. "Summer Teen XP provides opportunities for youth across Seattle to stay active, explore new interests, and build meaningful connections with trusted adults and their peers in welcoming community spaces."

Summer Teen XP Locations

Location	Dates	Days	Hours	Ages
Bitter Lake Community Center	July 6 – Aug. 21	Mon.–Fri.	Noon–5 p.m.	Ages 13–18
Garfield Teen Life Center	June 29 – Aug. 31	Mon.–Fri.	11 a.m.–8 p.m.	Ages 11–18
Green Lake Community Center	July 6 – Aug. 19	Tue.–Wed.	Noon–5 p.m.	Ages 13–18
International District/Chinatown Community Center	June 29 – Aug. 28	Tue.–Fri.	Noon–5 p.m.	Ages 9–18
Loyal Heights Community Center	June 22 – Sept. 4	Mon.–Fri.	1–5 p.m.	Ages 9–18
Magnuson Community Center	July 6 – Aug. 28	Mon.–Fri.	Noon–6:30 p.m.	Ages 9–18
Meadowbrook Community Center	June 24 – Aug. 14	Mon., Wed., Fri.	Noon–4 p.m.	Ages 13–18
Meadowbrook Teen Life Center	July 7 – Aug. 29	Tue.–Sat.	Tue.–Thu. Noon–6 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 5–10 p.m.	Ages 13–18
Northgate Community Center	July 7 – Aug. 28	Tue.–Fri.	10 a.m.–4 p.m.	Ages 9–16
Queen Anne Community Center	July 1 – Aug. 21	Mon.–Fri.	11 a.m.–6 p.m.	Middle school and older
Rainier Beach Community Center	June 29 – Aug. 22	Mon.–Thu.	Mon.–Tue. Noon–5 p.m.; Wed.–Thu. 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m.	Ages 9–18
Rainier Playfield	July 6 – Aug. 21	Mon.–Fri.	Mon.–Thu. 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.	Ages 6–14
Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center	June 29 – Aug. 27	Mon. & Thu.	Beach Bus (Mon.); Teen Field Days (Thu.)	Ages 9–18
South Park Community Center	July 6 – Aug. 14	Mon.–Thu.	8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.	Ages 6–18
Van Asselt Community Center	July 6 – Aug. 20	Mon.–Fri.	11 a.m.–4 p.m.	Ages 9–18
Yesler Community Center	June 29 – Aug. 14	Mon.–Fri.	11 a.m.–5 p.m.	Ages 13–18

Families are encouraged to contact their local community center for site-specific schedules, activities, and information about available programs.

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