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Civic Space Park

424 N. Central A​ve.
602-262-7490
Park open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.


Splash Pad Information and Hours
The splash pad operates the last Saturday in May through September. ​

Monday-Friday: 4 p.m to 8 p.m. 

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

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Sustainable Park Features

The park utilizes sustainable design techniques to generate power, keep the area cool and capture rain water.​

  • Solar panels on the park's shade structures will generate 75 kilowatts of power (enough to power 8 to 9 residential homes) to offset the park's lighting and electrical needs

  • Extensive shade - more than 70 percent of the park's surface area will be shaded when its trees and vegetation reach maturity

  • Hard surfaces made with pervious concrete and pavers that reduce heat reflection and allow rainfall to seep through, reducing damaging storm runoff

  • Trees planted with a system that utilizes grates and specially engineered soils to protect roots, minimize compaction and allow ample room for root expansion

  • Immediate access to light rail and bus transit stations, located just feet from the park, encourage pedestrian visitation and use of mass transit - zero parking spaces were built for the park​

Parks and Recreation Events

 

 

Preschool Polar Palooza Event and Toy Drive https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5123Preschool Polar Palooza Event and Toy Drive Beuf Community Center, 3435 West Pinnacle Peak Road12/1/2023 4:00:00 PM12/1/2023 7:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​Join Phoenix Parks and Recreation for this fun, family-friendly event at Beuf Community Center. The event includes Breakfast with Mrs. Claus, bounce houses, games with prizes and face painting.
Rio Salado Transformation Site Community Workshophttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5098Rio Salado Transformation Site Community WorkshopRio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S Central Ave12/2/2023 4:00:00 PM12/2/2023 7:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ Join Phoenix Parks and Recreation for a community workshop and site visit to the southern bank of Rio Salado and Central Avenue!
FitPHX Mindfulness at the Mountainhttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5055FitPHX Mindfulness at the MountainPiestewa Peak Mesquite Trailhead, 2701 E Piestewa Peak Dr12/3/2023 1:00:00 AM12/3/2023 2:00:00 AMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ Come out and explore our beautiful desert under the stars alongside our Park Rangers. Bring your sense of adventure during this 2-mile hike! Preregistration required for this event. For more information and to register, visit phoenix.gov/fitphx​
Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 1https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5124Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 1Faye Gray Recreation Center, 5550 S 20th Street12/5/2023 5:00:00 PM1/5/2024 7:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​Join Phoenix Parks and for a program intended to educate expecting mothers and support a safe and healthy living space for both mother and child.
Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 2https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5125Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 2Faye Gray Recreation Center, 5550 S 20th Street12/5/2023 7:00:00 PM12/5/2023 8:30:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​​Join Phoenix Parks and for a program intended to educate expecting mothers and support a safe and healthy living space for both mother and child.

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​Civic Space Park offers residents, professionals, students and downtown visitors a setting with unique urban design, sustainable construction and operational features, along with a landmark public sculpture by artist Janet Echelman.

Civic Space Park is home to the A.E. England Building Gallery (424 N. Central Ave.) - a local art space. The building, named for the business formerly housed there, offers space for meetings, presentations, small banquets, art events and classes. Arizona State University and the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department collaboratively manage and plan programming.​​​​​

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Resources for Picnics, Gatherings, and Events

Special Activity​ Requests are required for gatherings that have any of the following:

  • More Than 50 Attendees

  • Catering

  • Commercial Event Equipment

  • ​Generator Power

  • Advertising or Media Promotion

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​​For inquiries about renting space at the A.E. England Building, please email the Civic Space Park team or call 602-262-7490.​​​​