Things to Do

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There are an abundance of things to do in Bellevue, from shopping at Bellevue Square or the Bravern downtown to paddling a kayak down the Mercer Slough.

Visit Bellevue is a great resource for shopping, dining and cultural attractions throughout the city. The city offers a multitude of recreational opportunities at more than a hundred parks and trails as well as community centers with specialized offerings such a climbing walls, skate parks and ranger hikes.

Upcoming events are available to view in the city calendar.

You can learn about and sign up for parks programs — from day camps and swim lessons to arts classes and youth soccer — through the Connections brochure. You can also learn about volunteer opportunities with the city.

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Bellevue Aquatic Center

The Aquatic Center features two indoor pools: the Warm Springs Therapy Pool and the Blue Lagoon lap pool.

Bellevue Botanical Garden

The garden features cultivated display gardens, natural wetlands and a woodland trail.

Bellevue Youth Theatre

The Bellevue Youth Theatre is dedicated to providing theater arts opportunities for all young people.

Calendar

There are activities every week in Bellevue; the big ones that draw hundreds are highlighted here.

Community Centers

From arts classes to zip lines to swing dancing, a variety of activities are available at our five community centers.

Connections Program Brochure - Register Online

With Connections, find and sign up for camps, lessons and classes.

Golf Courses

Bellevue offers golfers two options, the Bellevue Golf Course and the Crossroads Par 3 Golf Course.

Kelsey Creek Farm

Barns, farm animals and activities, along with annual fairs, offer a glimpse of Bellevue's rural past.

Parks and Trails

Bellevue has over 2,500 acres of parks and open space, and features 80+ miles of trails.

Robinswood Tennis Center

The Robinswood Tennis Center is a regional facility, with group and individual lessons and classes for seniors.

SE 40th Street Boat Launch

The Boat Launch is open. Interested in an annual permit? Contact Julie Byers at jbyers@bellevuewa.gov and see the application below.

Skate Parks

Bellevue is a destination for skateboarders, with a fabulous indoor park and three outdoor ones.