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About Genesee Park and Playfield

Genesee Park and Playfield is a large, versatile outdoor space in the heart of Seattle. Spanning approximately 57.7 acres, the park offers an open meadow, sports fields, a dog off-leash area, restrooms, and picnic facilities. There is no fixed seating chart, making it ideal for pickup games, festivals, charity runs, community gatherings, and casual recreation. While not a dedicated concert venue, Genesee Park has hosted notable Seafair events in the past and remains a favorite for seasonal activities and large-scale community events.

We’ve got you covered with practical guidance on access, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth visit or event experience.

When planning an event or a casual day at Genesee Park, consider the flexible space, on-site amenities, and easy access from downtown Seattle. For accommodations, you’ll find several nearby hotel options to suit different preferences, plus recommended nearby restaurants to fuel your day. Always check event calendars for Seafair-related activities or park updates, especially during festival seasons.

Secure your outing with reliable, straightforward information — we’ve got you with streamlined planning, parking tips, and practical transit options to make your visit to Genesee Park and Playfield as seamless as possible.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 4316 S Genesee St, Seattle, WA 98118
  • Venue type: City park with open meadow, sports fields, dog off-leash area, restrooms, and picnic facilities (not a dedicated concert venue; no fixed seating chart)
  • Capacity/seating: No fixed seating; capacity is not published; park size approximately 57.7 acres
  • Parking: Surface lot with around 60 spaces (ADA spaces included); additional street parking and accessible parking available
  • Transit: Served by King County Metro buses (routes 50 and 7); nearest Light Rail via 1 Line options; pedestrian access from nearby stops
  • Nearby hotels: Renaissance Seattle Hotel (515 Madison St), The Westin Seattle (1900 5th Ave), Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown (1113 6th Ave)
  • Notable events: Seafair hydroplane races and air show; Seafair festival activities historically held at Genesee Park
  • Renamed/demolished: No renaming or demolition; site underwent Turf Replacement for Genesee Playfields 1&2 (2024–2025) with reopenings in 2025