Kzoo Parks

Kzoo Parks This is THE official page of the City of Kalamazoo Department of Parks and Recreation!
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The Parks & Recreation Department oversees thirty-six parks and tot-lot playgrounds, including Bronson Park and the Fairmont Dog Park; manages the protection of physical and natural assets in the City; and provides recreation and leisure programs for youth, adults, senior citizens, and citizens with disabilities. All programs are open to anyone who wishes to participate, regardless of the challenges they face.

Ready to get creative this summer? 🎶🎭We’re teaming up with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre to offer FREE creative workshops ...
05/30/2026

Ready to get creative this summer? 🎶🎭

We’re teaming up with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre to offer FREE creative workshops on Wednesday evenings this summer for youth ages 10-18. Each workshop focuses on a different creative area including music, improv, poetry, and dance.

The first workshop is this Wednesday, June 3. Learn more & sign up at www.kzooparks.org/CreativeWorkshops

Pool days are almost here!☀️ 🌊 Kik Pool will open for the season on Wednesday, June 3! If you’re planning to purchase a...
05/30/2026

Pool days are almost here!☀️ 🌊 Kik Pool will open for the season on Wednesday, June 3!

If you’re planning to purchase a season pass, you can help speed up lines by setting up an account online ahead of time. Learn more at www.kzooparks.org/KikPool

Stay active this summer with the Kalamazoo Police Athletic League! 🏀This summer’s PAL programs are designed to keep yout...
05/22/2026

Stay active this summer with the Kalamazoo Police Athletic League! 🏀

This summer’s PAL programs are designed to keep youth active, engaged, and learning new skills through activities like sports training and the Midnight Junior Basketball League.

PAL programs are FREE for Kalamazoo city residents and $25 for non-residents. Learn more & sign up at www.kzooparks.org/Programs

Big things are coming soon to Verburg Park! 🚧🌳Construction has started on a project to install a new playground, bicycle...
05/21/2026

Big things are coming soon to Verburg Park! 🚧🌳

Construction has started on a project to install a new playground, bicycle pump track, pavilion, and kayak launch at the park.

Work will be completed in different phases throughout the summer. The trail, parking lot, and boat launch will remain open during construction.

Learn more about this project at www.kzooparks.org/VerburgParkProject

Splash pads will open for the season this Saturday, May 23. They will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Just press the...
05/21/2026

Splash pads will open for the season this Saturday, May 23. They will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Just press the button to start the water!

💧 LaCrone Park Splash Pad (535 W Paterson St)
💧 Florence Street Splash Pad (534 Florence St)

Help plant trees at Frays Park on Friday, May 22 from 4:30–6 p.m.!Join the Westwood Neighborhood Association, the City o...
05/19/2026

Help plant trees at Frays Park on Friday, May 22 from 4:30–6 p.m.!

Join the Westwood Neighborhood Association, the City of Kalamazoo, and Dropseed for a hands-on community tree planting event led by Mike Weis from Dropseed. Supplies will be provided, and volunteers can enjoy free Menchie’s frozen yogurt!

Did you know? Frays Park sits in what was once the heart of a Mesic Prairie ecosystem, according to Michigan Natural Features Inventory maps. This is a great chance for students, families, and neighbors to learn about local ecology while helping grow a greener community.

Frays Park – 1006 Piccadilly Rd
Park at Stafford Road

RSVP appreciated (not required): https://bit.ly/4cNuaB6

All Things Possible will be back on June 15! ☀️This FREE summer program for Kalamazoo teens includes: ✅ College & career...
05/18/2026

All Things Possible will be back on June 15! ☀️

This FREE summer program for Kalamazoo teens includes:
✅ College & career exploration
✅ Activities & field trips picked by campers
✅Opportunity to earn free driver's training

There will be two four-week sessions starting in June and July. Learn more and sign up today at www.kzooparks.org/ATP

Join us and the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo today for the 2nd Annual World Migratory Bird Day Celebration! The event w...
05/16/2026

Join us and the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo today for the 2nd Annual World Migratory Bird Day Celebration! The event will take place in Upjohn Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Here’s what you can find at the event:
🐦‍⬛Informational bird walk at 9:30 a.m. (extra binoculars available)
🦅Live raptor program at 12 p.m. (with owls & a hawk!)
🎨 Local nature themed art for sale
🐦 Make your own bird feeder activity
🔍 Scavenger hunt & prize drawing
🎉 Information & activities from local organizations

The event is free and open to the public, so bring your friends, family, and fellow bird enthusiasts! We hope to see you soon!

Learn more at www.kzooparks.org/BirdCelebration

Address

251 Mills Street
Kalamazoo, MI
49048

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+12693378191

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