The Northwest Arts Center provides year-round recreation and art-focused programming for all ages. Programs include: fitness, music, dance, martial arts, pottery and a wide variety of art programs. The 3,880 square-foot community center features multi-purpose meeting rooms and dance/art studio for rentals, community events, birthday parties and facility rentals. Off of Bellevue Way, on Northeast 24th Street, NWAC is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood with ample parking.
Chalk Art Fest
Join us for an afternoon of sidewalk art, face painting, bounce house fun and sno-cones! Chalk will be provided. All ages are welcome! This event is free to the public and does not require pre-registration.
- Wednesday, July 30
- 3-6 p.m.
Theatre on the Green
Join us for our annual theatre performances on the lawn at the NWAC! Bring your picnic and enjoy a night outdoors in a peaceful, family friendly environment. Presented by Last Leaf Productions and the City of Bellevue. This event is free to the public and does not require pre-registration.
- Romeo and Juliet
- Wednesday, August 6
- 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
- Aesop's Fables
- Wednesday, August 13
- 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Public Art at Northwest Arts Center
Northwest Arts Center public art flyer
Inclement Weather Plan
In the event of inclement weather, the City of Bellevue Parks & Community Services Department will make every effort to clearly communicate the status of facilities and programs, scheduled special events, and rentals. Administration will make an operational decision based upon the safety of participants and employees and the ability to appropriately staff programs and facilities.
Some facilities may open on a modified schedule for drop-in activities. Call us at (425) 452-4106 for an updated status report. If you are unable to reach our facility, then call the Parks & Community Services Department general information number at (425) 452-6885 or visit the Parks homepage.
Inclement weather can affect park use and trail conditions. Please use caution when visiting park sites during poor weather as trails and other park facilities may become wet and slippery. Park trails may also be closed.
Downtown Bellevue Main Club - Adult Recreation
Subscribe to Northwest Arts Center and Downtown Bellevue Main Club e-mail or text alerts for updates about openings, programs and schedules.
Bellevue Parks & Community Services offers arts, fitness and educational programming at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue's Main Club (209 100th Avenue NE), conveniently located across the street from the west side of the Downtown Park.