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

Participate in FREE daily activities - including sports, games, and arts and crafts - in select city parks this fall and winter.

Enroll in the city's FREE Inclusive Recreation Program this fall at Cesar Chavez High School. The program provides recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities.

Registration is open for 2019-20 winter/spring programs, sports leagues, FREE codePHX classes and other activities.

Upcoming Special Events:

A variety of holiday-themed events will be held during the month of December. Check the Parks and Recreation calendar.

The 24th annual National Trail Trek is Jan. 25, 2020.

"Take a Hike. Do it Right."

Millions of people enjoy Phoenix hiking trails every year. Park Rangers want trail users to know "Take a Hike. Do it Right." safety guidelines.

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

Participate in South Mountain Park/Preserve Silent Sunday

Follow Piestewa Peak Trailhead Improvement Updates

Learn about the Hance Park Revitalization Project

Read the Hance Park Newsletter

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Upcoming Events:

43rd Annual Pueblo Grande Museum Indian Market

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3033

43rd Annual Pueblo Grande Museum Indian Market

Pueblo Grande Museum

12/14/2019 4:00:00 PM

12/15/2019 11:00:00 PM

Enjoy a weekend full of American Indian art, music, dance, storytelling, and food at the 43rd Annual Indian Market on December 14 and 15! Gates are open for the Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Admission for this annual fundraiser event is free and includes Museum admission. Visit pueblogrande.org for further information about artists, entertainment, and market details.

Holiday Extravaganza

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3215

Holiday Extravaganza

Marc Atkinson Recreation Center, 4535 N. 23rd Ave.

12/14/2019 4:00:00 PM

12/14/2019 7:00:00 PM

This free, family event includes cookies and snacks, the opportunity to take a picture with Santa Claus, and holiday games and crafts. Be sure to bring your camera!

Special Olympics Unified Hiking Event

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3219

Special Olympics Unified Hiking Event

Papago Park 5K Fitness Trail, 626 N. Galvin Pkwy.

12/14/2019 4:00:00 PM

12/14/2019 7:00:00 PM

The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department and Special Olympics Arizona (SOAZ) have partnered to present the second annual Unified Hiking Event, part of SOAZ's Unified Hiking Program. Athletes of all abilities are invited to hike Papago Park's 5K Fitness Trail and participate in a fun-filled day of games, prizes, crafts and community interaction. Friends and family are welcome. Learn more and register for this event .

Winter Wonderland

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3203

Winter Wonderland

University Park, 1002 W. Van Buren St.

12/14/2019 5:30:00 PM

12/14/2019 8:00:00 PM

This free holiday event will include a bounce house, holiday craft station, visit from Santa Claus, lowrider car show, music by DJ Tranzo and free food. It is co-sponsored by the Phoenix Revitalization Corporation, Capital Mall Association and Old School AZ Car Club.

Lunch with Santa

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3214

Lunch with Santa

Desert West Community Center, 6501 W. Virginia Ave.

12/14/2019 6:00:00 PM

12/14/2019 9:00:00 PM

This free, family event includes lunch, holiday entertainment and activities, and the opportunity to take a picture with Santa Claus. Be sure to bring your camera!

Holidays at Hance Park

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3212

Holidays at Hance Park

Hance Park, 67 W. Culver St.

12/15/2019 12:00:00 AM

12/15/2019 2:00:00 AM

Celebrate the second annual Holidays at Hance Park with a free special event featuring carolers, food trucks and other activities. The park will be decorated with holiday light displays from 6 to 9 p.m. nightly from Monday, Dec. 2 through Sunday, Jan. 5

Holiday Family Jubilee

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3222

Holiday Family Jubilee

Deer Valley Community Center, 2001 W. Wahalla Ln.

12/15/2019 1:30:00 AM

12/15/2019 3:30:00 AM

Participate in a family-oriented, holiday-themed event designed for all ages. The night will include a photo-op with Santa Claus, arts and crafts activities, snacks, and classic holiday movies. Admission is $2 per person or one canned food item donation per person. Please register in advance. Watch holiday movies Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, The Little Drummer Boy, and A Charlie Brown Christmas. Attendees are encouraged to bring their favorite lawn chair, camp chair or blanket to get comfy to watch the movies. Admission includes popcorn and a drink. Additional concessions will be available for purchase, provided by the Deer Valley Community Center PHXteens program .

Silent Sunday

https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3084

Silent Sunday

South Mountain Park/Preserve, 10919 S. Central Ave.

12/15/2019 12:00:00 PM

12/15/2019 5:00:00 PM

Silent Sunday is held each Sunday. On those days, the park’s main roadway will be closed to motor vehicle traffic at the one-mile mark into the park from 5 to 10 a.m. on the first, second, third and fifth Sunday; and from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. (park operating hours) on the fourth Sunday. During those times on those days, the park’s roadways are reserved for non-motorized activities such as walking, cycling, jogging, hiking, etc. On Silent Sunday, park visitors who would like to park near the main Central Ave. entrance can do so in the Activity Complex, which can be accessed just inside the entry gate and within proximity to several popular trails and the South Mountain Environmental Education Center . Trailheads not accessed via the main Central Ave. entrance are not impacted by the Silent Sunday closures. Learn more by visiting the South Mountain Park/Preserve webpage .

Department News:

APS Electric Light Parade Spreads Holiday Cheer Dec. 7	https://www.phoenix.gov/news/parks/2461	APS Electric Light Parade Spreads Holiday Cheer Dec. 7	12/2/2019 8:45:00 PM
AARP FitLot Opens in Rose Mofford Sports Complex	https://www.phoenix.gov/news/parks/2455	AARP FitLot Opens in Rose Mofford Sports Complex	11/19/2019 10:00:00 PM
Roesley Park Reopens after Extensive Renovation	https://www.phoenix.gov/news/parks/2450	Roesley Park Reopens after Extensive Renovation	11/14/2019 8:30:00 PM
New and Upgraded Amenities Open at Piestewa Peak Trailhead	https://www.phoenix.gov/news/parks/2423	New and Upgraded Amenities Open at Piestewa Peak Trailhead	10/4/2019 8:30:00 PM