City of Gainesville - Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs (PRCA)

06/08/2026

The third T.B. McPherson Recreation Complex: Building Renovation & Master Plan Workshop is this Tuesday, June 9 from 7-8:30 p.m.
Share your feedback!

The City of Gainesville Wild Spaces & Public Places Department and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs are planning improvements at the T.B. McPherson Recreation Complex at 1717 SE 15th St., and we’d like to hear from you.

Participants will have the opportunity to see the conceptual plans and share their feedback on the proposed renovations and site improvements.

06/04/2026

Teen Midnight Basketball returns tomorrow!
🏀3-on-3 basketball
🏀Fun athletic and enrichment opportunities
🏀Free entry (registration required)
🏀For kids age 11-18

📆Friday, June 5 from 8 p.m. to midnight
📍MLK Center, 1028 NE 14th Street
✅Visit our website to register: https://www.gainesvillefl.gov/MidnightBasketball

05/17/2026

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Playgrounds for all allow every child to enjoy the developmental benefits and joy that these spaces offer. However, a truly welcoming playground isn't created simply by adding accessible equipment or play features - it requires an intentional design approach.

By designing these spaces intentionally, they become welcoming not only in name, but also in everyday experience.

Explore how intention and careful planning guide the creation of play spaces for all: https://bit.ly/4d9EXHg

05/15/2026

Albert "Ray" Massey Park Temporary Water Shutoff: Due to a water leak, Albery "Ray" Massey Park (1001 NW 34th St.) is temporarily without water service. Repairs are underway, and water service is expected to be restored tomorrow morning. We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/13/2026

Registration for the 25th Annual Gainesville Senior Games is officially OPEN! 🎉

It's time to pick your sports, gather your friends, and get ready to compete, connect, and celebrate 25 incredible years of the Gainesville Senior Games.

to register visit www.gainesvillesportscommission.com

05/12/2026

Northside Park Temporary Water Shutoff: Due to a water line break, the Northside Park (5701 NW 34th Blvd.) is temporarily without water service. Repairs are underway, and water service is expected to be restored tomorrow morning. We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/12/2026

Special thank you to the Department of Sustainable Development for involving our After-School Program in this contest! We appreciate the ways in which they uplift our youth and help us showcase their talents!

The Youth Services and Education Programs team is proud and appreciative of all those parents, staff, City Manager’s Office, and – of course! - kids who came together to create this wonderful showcase.

05/11/2026

Reminder! Impacts to Tom Petty Park begin today!

Due to ongoing improvements at Tom Petty Park, there will be temporary impacts to park amenities Monday, May 11-Friday, May 15.
• All pickleball courts will be closed for asphalt repairs and repainting.
• Portions of the main parking lot will be closed for surface improvements and restriping. This work will be conducted in phases to allow continued but limited access. Please use caution when entering and exiting the parking lot due to temporary lane closures.

We appreciate your patience as we continue making improvements to Tom Petty Park! For questions, please contact Rachel Mandell, project manager, at [email protected].

05/08/2026

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs front desk will temporarily be relocated to the first floor of Thomas Center B from May 5-May 22, due to construction to modernize the Thomas Center B elevator.