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About Seattle Chinese Garden

Welcome to Seattle Chinese Garden, a tranquil Sichuan-style garden located on the North end of the South Seattle College campus in West Seattle. This venue offers two rentable outdoor spaces—the Knowing the Spring Courtyard (up to great seats seated) and the Song Mei Pavilion (up to great seats seated)—ideal for gatherings, ceremonies, workshops, and intimate celebrations. Access is easy via public transit or car, with ample parking in the North Lot of South Seattle College. Admission to the garden grounds is free, making it a welcoming backdrop for community events, cultural programming, and seasonal experiences.

Whether you’re planning a private event, attending a public festival, or simply enjoying the garden’s serene beauty, we’ve got you covered with practical details, nearby accommodations, and dining options to enhance your visit.

Hours and access: Garden grounds are open dawn to dusk. Courtyard access is usually available Tuesday through Friday from 10am–4pm, and Saturday–Sunday from 10am–5pm (hours may vary; check current details for specific dates). Public transit is a convenient option with Metro bus routes 128 and 125 serving the campus, and several stops adjacent to South Seattle College. Parking is ample in the North Lot, making arrivals smooth for groups and planners.

Venue spaces: The Knowing the Spring Courtyard is an outdoor area suitable for up to great seats seated events, and the Song Mei Pavilion offers another outdoor setting for up to great seats seated events. Both spaces are ideal for garden ceremonies, photo shoots, and community gatherings amidst lush surroundings.

Notable events: The garden has hosted immersive experiences like Astra Lumina, Bamboo Circle celebrations, and occasional large festivals. It has also served as a venue for Metropolitan Fashion Week in past seasons, underscoring its versatility for cultural programming and seasonal events.

Nearby hotels and dining: For visitors traveling from out of town, several accommodations are conveniently located within reach, including The Westin Seattle, Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown, The Edgewater, and The Fairmont Olympic Hotel. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for a seamless stay and dining experiences to complement your visit.

We’re here to help you secure your event or attendance at Seattle Chinese Garden. If you’re planning a gathering, reach out to confirm space availability, seating layouts, parking details, and any venue-specific guidelines. Your connection to a memorable Seattle experience starts here.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and address: North end of South Seattle College campus, 6000 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106 (GPS approx. 5640 16th Ave SW).
  • Venue type and spaces: A Sichuan-style garden with two rentable spaces—Knowing the Spring Courtyard (outdoor, up to 200 seated) and Song Mei Pavilion (outdoor, up to 30 seated).
  • Parking: Ample parking in the North Lot of South Seattle College.
  • Open hours and access: Garden grounds dawn to dusk; Courtyard Tue-Fri 10am–4pm; Sat–Sun 10am–5pm (Google hours may vary); admission is free.
  • Transit: Metro bus routes 128 and 125 serve the campus; several stops are adjacent to South Seattle College.
  • Notable events: Astra Lumina immersive experience at the garden; other events include Bamboo Circle Celebration and occasional large festivals; Metropolitan Fashion Week has been hosted there.
  • Nearby hotels: The Westin Seattle, Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown, The Edgewater, and The Fairmont Olympic Hotel are among nearby options for visitors.
  • Renaming/demolition status: The garden remains active as Seattle Chinese Garden; no demolition or renaming of the venue has been reported.