Hiawatha Play Area Relocation and Renovation
Updated: February 8, 2026
Early 2026
The bid advertisement for Hiawatha Play Area Play Area and Relocation will post on February 11, 2026, and bids will open on March 4. Construction is estimated to start in late spring. This webpage will be updated when the construction start date is confirmed.
To review the design, see the Hiawatha Play Area Design & Elements PDF document 
Location
Hiawatha Playfield, 2700 California Ave SW, 98116
Budget
The 2013 King County Parks Levy provides $800,000 in funding for this project.
Schedule
Planning and Design: Fall 2019 - Summer 2022
Permit Revision: Fall 2023 - Winter 2025
Bidding: February 2026
Construction Start: Spring 2026
Project Description
The project will remove the play area from the north end of the park and provide a new play area just south of the wading pool. The project will provide new play equipment, park amenities and landscaping. The new play area site and features will provide improved visibility and access for all. The project includes restoring the old play area site for nature play.
During construction, the contractor will need to close the play area site. Seattle Parks and Recreation and the contractor hired for the project will work to minimize the impact on the park and neighborhood.
Community Participation
Open House- 10/25/2019
Public Meeting - 2/27/2020