Parks and Recreation

Aquatics Programs Phoenix provides residents and visitors more than 41,000 acres of desert parks and mountain preserve land with 200-plus miles of trails; 185 parks; 32 community and recreation centers; eight golf courses; 29 pools where thousands cool off and learn to swim each summer; and classes, programs and sports leagues where kids and adults learn, stay active and have fun.

Explore Programs & Activities

Sign up today for 2019 summer camps, programs and FREE codePHX classes; and swimming lessons and other aquatics activities.

Cool off this summer at one of Phoenix's 29 public pools and nine splashpads.

Register for the FREE inclusive recreation program offered in partnership with Daring Adventures at Riverbend Preparatory Academy during the month of July.

Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) registration for the 2019-20 school year opens on July 11 at 6:30 p.m.

FitPHX Summer Workouts

Keep your workout routine on track this summer with help from FitPHX. Free indoor fitness programs run through the first week of August.

Participate in the popular Fall Into Fitness, WalkPHX Wednesdays and Fitness Bootcamp workout series.

"Take a Hike. Do it Right."

Millions of people enjoy Phoenix hiking trails annually.

Park Rangers want trail users to know these safety guidelines.

Learn about Park Ranger-led hiking safety classes and other outdoor nature programs or become a Phoenix Park Steward.

Participate in South Mountain Park/Preserve
Silent Sunday Events

Follow Piestewa Peak Trailhead
Improvement Project Updates

Learn about the Hance Park Revitalization Project

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Upcoming Events:

CANCELLED: Fall Into Fitness Indoor Summer Series

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/2906

CANCELLED: Fall Into Fitness Indoor Summer Series

Civic Space Park A.E. England Building, 424 N. Central Ave.

7/17/2019 1:00:00 AM

7/17/2019 2:00:00 AM

Due to a scheduling conflict with the facility, the July 16 Fall Into Fitness event has been cancelled. The program will resume on July 23 at its regularly scheduled time. FitPHX and AARP Arizona present "Fall Into Fitness" – a free eight-week family-oriented fitness program for all ages and experience levels. Each Tuesday from June 18 to August 6, professional instructors will lead calorie burning classes such as Turbo Kick LIVE, Zumba, P90X LIVE, PiYo, HIGH Fitness, Core de Force and more. The workouts are fun, interactive and designed to get people moving, and are set to popular music. Participants are encouraged to bring their own water, towel and mat (optional). Visit Phoenix.gov/FitPHX for more information and to learn about other free fitness programs offered this summer. 2019 Fall Into Fitness Indoor Summer Series Dates June 18 June 25 July 2 July 9 July 16 July 23 July 30 August 6

WalkPHX Wednesdays Indoor Summer Series

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/2898

WalkPHX Wednesdays Indoor Summer Series

Lincoln Family Downtown YMCA, 350 1st Ave.

7/18/2019 12:15:00 AM

7/18/2019 2:00:00 AM

WalkPHX Wednesdays is a free social walk/run hosted by FitPHX and sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. From June 19 to August 7, the event will be held indoors on the Lincoln Family Downtown YMCA track. During the fall, winter and spring months, the walk/run steps off from Hance Park and participants follow a 3.2-mile loop route through downtown. Visit Phoenix.gov/FitPHX for more information and to learn about other free fitness programs offered this summer. 2019 WalkPHX Wednesdays Indoor Summer Series Dates June 19 June 26 July 3 July 10 July 17 July 24 July 31 August 7

Sizzling Summer

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/2851

Sizzling Summer

Marivue Pool, 5625 W. Osborn Rd.

7/19/2019 12:00:00 AM

7/19/2019 3:00:00 AM

These free events educate the community about how to stay safe during the summer. Learn about water and heat safety, and have some fun, too. This event is produced in partnership with Phoenix Revitalization Corporation.

Wet and Wild at the Park

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/2940

Wet and Wild at the Park

Playa Margarita Park, 3615 W. Roeser Rd.

7/19/2019 11:00:00 PM

7/20/2019 3:00:00 AM

Beat the summer heat by participating in fun water-related activities. This event also will include free food and feature a live DJ.

Wet and Wild at the Park

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/2941

Wet and Wild at the Park

Holiday Park, 4530 N. 67th Ave.

7/20/2019 9:00:00 PM

7/21/2019 1:00:00 AM

Beat the summer heat by participating in fun water-related activities. This event also will include free food and feature a live DJ.

Night Golf

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/2943

Night Golf

Palo Verde Golf Course, 6215 N. 15th Ave.

7/21/2019 2:00:00 AM

7/21/2019 4:30:00 AM

Participate in this unique event at Palo Verde Golf Course. The cost per person is $28 and includes a glow ball and necklace, pull cart (first-come, first-served), practice balls prior to the round and a prize gift. Check-in at 7 p.m., shotgun start at 730 p.m. Call 602-534-4653 ext. 5 to register. Night golf events are held on the third Saturday of the month from March thru October. The October event is held on the fourth Saturday to coincide with Halloween. Group outings can be planned on other nights. The minimum number of golfers required for a special outing is 36.

Department News:

July 4th Restrictions Set for Phoenix Trailheads	https://www.phoenix.gov/news/parks/2366	July 4th Restrictions Set for Phoenix Trailheads	6/27/2019 5:00:00 PM
FitPHX Launches Free Indoor Summer Fitness Programs	https://www.phoenix.gov/news/parks/2354	FitPHX Launches Free Indoor Summer Fitness Programs	6/11/2019 5:45:00 PM
Fire Ban for Phoenix Preserve Land Starts on May 1	https://www.phoenix.gov/news/parks/2332	Fire Ban for Phoenix Preserve Land Starts on May 1	4/30/2019 5:30:00 PM