Beautiful Game Series
Celebrating Soccer in Seattle
"The Beautiful Game": Celebrating Soccer in Seattle
Seattle Parks & Recreation is featuring special soccer-themed recreation programming while our city hosts the international soccer tournament. We will offer 100+ soccer-related activations citywide, including:
- 7 outdoor watch parties in neighborhood parks
- 12 indoor watch parties at community centers
- 2 youth soccer jamborees
- 60+ recreation programs reimagined with soccer themes occurring at community centers, parks, and aquatic facilities
- A variety of activations through the Beautiful Game Grant supporting community-led soccer, futsal, and cultural events
Operational support across SPR will include increased Park Ranger presence, enhanced maintenance and cleaning in parks and at recreation facilities, and park and facility improvements to ensure assets are ready for increased use.
Outdoor Watch Parties
SPR will host seven large-scale outdoor watch parties in parks across the city during tournament matches. These gatherings will feature live match screenings, soccer-themed field activities, community programming, and family-friendly engagement opportunities. Some events may include food vendors, cultural performances, and prizes.
Outdoor Watch Party Schedule
Free and open to all, no registration required.
| Date | Time | Location | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, June 15 | 12:00 pm | Hing Hay Park | Belgium vs. Egypt |
| Fri, June 19 | 12:00 pm | Ballard Commons Park | USA vs. Australia |
| Thur, June 25 | 7:00 pm | Lake Union Park | TBD vs. USA |
| Wed, July 1 | 1:00 pm | Van Asselt Playfield | Round of 32 match |
| Sat, July 11 | 2:00 pm | Green Lake Park | Quarterfinals match |
| Tue, July 14 | 12:00 pm | Virgil Flaim Park | Semi-finals match |
| Sun, July 19 | 12:00 pm | Rainier Playfield | Finals match |
Indoor Watch Parties
SPR will host 12 indoor watch parties at community centers throughout Seattle. These events provide accessible, climate-controlled spaces for residents and families to watch tournament matches together.
Several locations will also offer youth and teen programming, including futsal, soccer-themed video game tournaments, and other recreation activities.
Indoor Watch Party Schedule
| Date | Time | Location | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thur, June 11 | 12 pm | Rainier Beach CC | Mexico vs. South Africa |
| Fri, June 12 | 6 pm | Ravenna-Eckstein CC | USA vs. Paraguay |
| Mon, June 22 | 10 am | Laurelhurst CC | Argentina vs. Austria |
| Wed, June 24 | 12 pm | South Park CC | Qatar vs. TBD |
| Fri, June 26 | 5 pm | Miller CC | Urugay vs. Spain |
| Wed, July 1 | 1 pm | Queen Anne CC | Round of 32 |
| Thur, July 2 | 4pm | Magnolia CC | Round of 32 |
| Thur, July 2 | 12pm & 4pm | Garfield CC | Round of 32 |
| Mon, July 6 | 5 pm | Loyal Heights CC | Round of 16 |
| Thur, July 9 | 1 pm | Magnuson CC | Quarterfinals |
| Fri, July 10 | 12 pm | Southwest Teen Life Center | Quarterfinals |
| Wed, July 15 | 12 pm | Yesler CC | Semi-Finals |
Youth Soccer Jamborees
SPR will host two large-scale youth soccer jamborees at Magnuson Park and Delridge Playfield designed to engage young players and families during the tournament period. These events will include youth clinics, demonstrations, and 5-on-5 mini-pitch play, as well as opportunities to interact with coaches and local soccer players.
Youth Soccer Jamboree Schedule
Free events, registration required.
| Event | Location | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Seattle Soccer Jamboree | Magnuson Park Fields 6 & 7 |
Sat, June 20 | 10 am - 5 pm |
| South Seattle Soccer Jamboree | Delridge Playfield Fields 1 & 2 |
Sat, June 27 | 10 am - 5 pm |
Other Community Events
SPR will also host a variety of soccer-themed programs and activities across Seattle at community centers, parks, and pools this summer.
Activations will include things like World Soccer Trivia at International District/Chinatown Community Center, Mini-Hawk Soccer Camp at Garfield Community Center, and a soccer-themed swim at Ballard Pool.
Cost and registration requirements vary by program. Please contact your local community center or pool and inquire about their soccer-themed activities for more information.
