Austin Parks and Recreation Department

Austin Parks and Recreation Department Austin Parks and Recreation oversees nearly 20,000 acres of land containing 330 parks. Governor E.M. Zilker.

The year 1875 marked the first gift of land to the City of Austin with specific direction that it be used as a park. Pease donated 23 acres of land around Shoal Creek known as Pease Park. A jewel of the park system, Barton Springs and 35 acres surrounding it was deeded to the City in 1918 by A.J. As Austin grew, so did its desire for parks and recreation facilities. In 1926, The City Council appro

priated $14,395 for a parks division. The 1927 Southwest District Conference of the National Recreation Association was sponsored by the Austin Lions Club. This initiated a recreation survey for the City of Austin which proposed the creation of a City recreation agency. The City Council passed an ordinance in May 1928 creating the Austin Recreation Division, and W.T. Caswell chaired the advisory board appointed just six days later.

06/03/2026
06/03/2026
This year, Pease Park Conservancy partnered with the Steiker family to bring a beautiful new mosaic to life, “Peace in ...
06/03/2026

This year, Pease Park Conservancy partnered with the Steiker family to bring a beautiful new mosaic to life, “Peace in Pease". Inspired by Lori Holleran Steiker and crafted by talented local artist Aly Winningham, this artwork celebrates creativity, community, and the spirit of Pease Park.

Stop by and experience this stunning piece for yourself—it’s a reminder that peace and beauty thrive when we come together. 💚 Want to learn more about the impact partnerships have on Austin’s parks? Read the FY25 Impact Report here:https://austin.widen.net/view/pdf/9fmds1gijs/Community-PARKnerships-Impact-Report-FY25.pdf

Dive into epic stories and good vibes with Jacob Fontaine at THE GOLD DOLLAR PODCAST live on QUEST Tours at Austin's his...
06/02/2026

Dive into epic stories and good vibes with Jacob Fontaine at THE GOLD DOLLAR PODCAST live on QUEST Tours at Austin's historic Oakwood Cemetery Chapel!

Oakwood Cemetery
1601 Navasota St, Austin, TX 78702
Saturday, June 20 • 1:30 PM - 4 PM

Join us in person for an exciting session with Jacob Fontaine QUEST Tours. This is your chance to dive deep into the world of quests, stories, and all things Gold Dollar. Bring your curiosity and good vibes — it's gonna be a great time hanging out and learning together!

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Our FREE Indoor BEGINNER Pickleball Clinic continues at Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center! This program is for ages 15+ ...
06/02/2026

Our FREE Indoor BEGINNER Pickleball Clinic continues at Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center! This program is for ages 15+ and geared towards participants that want to learn pickleball fundamentals.

Classes June 6 & 13. Time:
Session 1 (True Beginner) 1:00-2:30pm
Session 2 (Intermediate Beginner) 2:30pm-4:00pm

Limited Spots. REGISTER TODAY Online!
tinyurl.com/skckuvjm
Activity Number: 777306

06/02/2026

Austin is for everyone. 🏳️‍🌈 is formally celebrated in June and August around here, and we love it that way. This and always, we honor the rich LGBTQIA+ culture and history of our community.

🥳 Join us at Austin Public Library activities and events all month long: bit.ly/3V2AgVj

📸: JType Photography

06/02/2026

Calling all Austin-area kayakers, hikers, birdwatchers and nature lovers!

Great Springs Project wants to hear your memories, ideas and hopes for the future of the Lower Colorado River corridor from Longhorn Dam to Webberville Park.

Share your input: https://www.lowercoloradowrap.org/

Join Hancock’s Tween Time program, where pre-teens can explore Hancock, enjoy swimming at pools around Austin, and parti...
06/02/2026

Join Hancock’s Tween Time program, where pre-teens can explore Hancock, enjoy swimming at pools around Austin, and participate in fun field trips on Fridays (with two sessions moved to Thursdays due to holidays).

📅 Friday Sessions: 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7
📅 Thursday Sessions: 6/18, 7/2
⏰ 9:00am-5:00pm
😎 Youth ages 11-13

Register Today: https://tinyurl.com/2p5fbbkc
Cost: $10/session | Activity Number: 714841

Questions? Contact Rosa Losolla @ [email protected]

06/02/2026

Update: The Treehouse closure that was scheduled for today has been postponed. We'll keep you updated- but for now, it is open! Enjoy!

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5am
Friday 8am - 5pm

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