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Parking Alert: Street parking on 55th Ave S will be eliminated when Seattle Department of Transportation begins construction of stormwater mitigation and pedestrian safety projects in April on 55th Ave S along the east side of the Garden. Construction is anticipated to be completed by summer 2026.
20 acres 11 ponds 2 red bridges 140 maple varieties 30 hydrangea varieties
Upcoming Events
Stories and Art:
Kamishibai & Japanese Folktales
Saturday, August 8, 2026,
10-11:30 a.m.
Discover kamishibai, the traditional Japanese paper theater once used by traveling storytellers, now gaining popularity in America and making a comeback! Learn some Japanese phrases and interesting cultural facts, while enjoying one of Japan’s most famous folktales, Momotaro. Follow our hero as he makes new friends and goes on an epic adventure to Demon Island! Suitable for children of all ages and those young at heart! This story will be brought to life by Lynn Miyauchi (Former Senior Specialist for Cultural Affairs at the Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle).
Jazz in the Garden
Wednesday, August 12, 2026,
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Join us as the Darrius Willrich Trio performs live at Kubota Garden's Terrace Overlook. Featuring an opening set by artists in The Residency program. This event is presented in partnership with Seattle Parks Foundation.
You're welcome to bring your own lawn chairs or picnic blanket and lounge, relax and listen to/watch the performance on the Terrace lawn or gravel area. Thai-U-Up Food Truck will be on-site in the parking lot with food available for purchase.
Free! Reservations not required. Just drop in! Learn more and receive reminders below.
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Stone Sculpture Exhibit
Sunday, August 23, 2026,
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
This exhibit at the Terrace Overlook showcases the works and artists of Northwest Stone Sculptors Association within a garden where stone is a major element in its design. Many pieces are for sale!
Free! Reservations not required. Just drop in!
Learn more and receive reminders below.
Watch keynote speaker Marcus Harrison Green's inspirational presentation at the 2025 Kizuna Celebration.
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CONTACT
Kubota Garden Foundation
Kubota Garden Foundation
10915 51st Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
206-725-5060
​info@kubotagarden.org
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Kubota Garden is open every day of the year from sunrise to sundown.
9817 55th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118
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​Office phone: 206-684-4584