Marina Park Al Locke Pavilion — Attraction in Kirkland

Great little Marina in downtown Kirkland. We have lived in this area for years and have enjoyed this park pre-k (pre kids). Now that we have children, we go to the Marina during Community events. We watched the Kirkland City 4th of July fireworks from this Marina (this is the most popular spot to watch them from), and could see 3 other displays at the same time. The Marina Pavilion features a concert series for most of the Summer. The large grassy area is great for blankets, picnic chairs, coolers. There are several docks, and a smaller boat launch. Small public restrooms, picnic benches, and sitting areas along the sidewalk. I wouldn't say this is a beach for swimming, but the children seem to enjoy the small shoreline and watching the ducks that...

So, as you may know, Kirkland was rated number three in top US cities to live in according to Money Magazine. A little known fact about Kirkland is that all the parks in the city close at 10:00 p.m. if they touch water. And, they close at 11:00 p.m. if they do not touch water. That is except for Marina Park and Heritage Park. Both of these parks are open 24 hours. That being said, I've included some pictures of the pavilion at Marina Park at night along with the water line and Bellevue across the lake. The views from the pavilion across the water are amazing. And, without the crowd of people that is usually here during the day. Marina Park is calm and peaceful. If you're looking for a place to reflect, Marina Park is where...

a great waterfront view of DT Seattle and Queen Anne. parking is paid after 4:00PM I believe. Farmers markets on Wednesdays and stand up paddleboard rentals most days that i've been there. Plenty of picnic tables if you want to bring some food and enjoy the view. it's pretty busy in the evenings and lunch time, lot's of locals will bring their kids to hang out and lay in the grass. stones throw to a few different bars (favorite is flatstick just on the other side of the parking lot). get's very busy for 4th of July as the marina puts out a barge and does a show. you can also see the space needle's show in the distance and partial view of...