Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, & Culture - PARC

Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, & Culture - PARC We are a part of the Lafayette Consolidated Government. The Parks & Recreation Department operates under the structure of four (4) divisions.

These divisions are entrusted with the maintenance and oversight of approximately 1500 acres of parkland. The listing of the facilities includes 36 parks, 10 recreation centers, 4 swimming pools, 3 golf courses, 2 tennis centers and numerous additional activity and program fields. The divisions are: the Director's Office, Athletic Programs and Parks Maintenance, Recreation Centers and Programs, three Golf Courses.

09/13/2026

There’s something about a morning walk that just feels different. 🌤️

Cooler mornings are slowly making their way back, so it’s a great time to get outside, stretch your legs, and start the day at one of our parks.

Whether it’s a morning walk, a game of pickleball, a little time on the playground or simply enjoying some fresh air, there’s plenty of ways to make the most of your time outdoors.

What’s your favorite outdoor activity to do at a PARC park?

09/11/2026

🏊‍♀️ The swim season isn’t over yet and there’s still time to make a splash at the Martin Luther King Recreation Center pool!

PARC’s open swim season has been extended through October 4, with the pool open on:
📅 Saturdays & Sundays from 12–5 p.m.
💵 Adults: $5 | Children: $3
📍MLK Recreation Center (309 Cora St.)

Grab the family and enjoy a few more weekends swimming while you can!

Learn more at lafayettela.gov/swim

PARC's Youth volleyball registration is almost closed!There’s still time to register for our fall youth volleyball athle...
09/10/2026

PARC's Youth volleyball registration is almost closed!

There’s still time to register for our fall youth volleyball athletics program. Registration closes this Saturday, September 12!

🏐 Grades K-11th
🔗 Register at lafayettela.gov/athletics

📢 UPDATED EVENT DATEDue to forecasted weather conditions, the Thomas Park Tennis Courts Ribbon Cutting has been reschedu...
09/09/2026

📢 UPDATED EVENT DATE

Due to forecasted weather conditions, the Thomas Park Tennis Courts Ribbon Cutting has been rescheduled.

📅 Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.
📍 Thomas Park | 300 Geraldine Drive

LCG invites the public and media to join us as we officially celebrate the completion of the new four-court tennis area at Thomas Park.

We look forward to seeing you there!

UPDATE: Due to forecasted weather conditions, the Thomas Park Tennis Courts Ribbon Cutting has been rescheduled for Wedn...
09/09/2026

UPDATE: Due to forecasted weather conditions, the Thomas Park Tennis Courts Ribbon Cutting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, September 30 at 2:00 p.m.

Please make note of the updated date and time. We look forward to celebrating the new tennis courts with the community!

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Join us for the ribbon cutting of the Thomas Park Tennis Courts! 🎾

LCG's Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, & Culture - PARC Department invites you to celebrate the completion of four new, competition-grade courts and upgraded fencing.

📅 Thursday, September 10 | 10:00 a.m.
📍 Thomas Park | 300 Geraldine Drive

The improvements provide more opportunities for residents of all ages and skill levels to get outside, stay active and enjoy the park.

Come see the new courts and celebrate another investment in quality recreational spaces for our community!

09/05/2026

Comeaux Recreation Center recently received exciting improvements, creating an even better space for the community to gather, play and participate. Take a look inside with PARC Director, Byron Starks 🏀🎨⚽️

👉 Explore PARC programs and find your next activity at lafayettela.gov/recreation

Help Shape the Future of Lafayette’s PARC Facilities 🛝Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, & Culture - PARC is asking resi...
09/04/2026

Help Shape the Future of Lafayette’s PARC Facilities 🛝

Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, & Culture - PARC is asking residents and regular users of our parks and recreation facilities to participate in a new Facility Assessment Survey.

This survey effort is focused on the parks and facilities we already have and how they can continue to serve our community. Your firsthand experience can provide valuable insight and help PARC identify priorities for future repairs, upgrades and investments.

📋 Take the survey by visiting lafayettela.gov/PARCSurvey

Survey closes September 30th!

08/31/2026

What a great weekend at Moore Park! ⚽️

The fields were full, the games were underway, and there was plenty of soccer action all weekend long. We love seeing Moore Park come alive with our local soccer community!

08/28/2026

Ready to dance, move and have some fun while getting your workout in? Zumba is here at Comeaux Recreation Center!

Join our certified Zumba instructor and learn easy-to-follow moves, work your core, legs and arms, and enjoy a full-body workout — all while dancing to energetic music.

📍 Comeaux Recreation Center | 411 W. Bluebird Drive
📅 Mondays & Fridays | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
💰 FREE

Learn more about this program and other recreation programs by visiting lafayettela.gov/parks-arts-recreation-culture/recreation-centers/

🏐🏈 Fall sports are back at PARC!Register now for PARC's Fall 2026 Youth Volleyball and Flag Football athletic programs. ...
08/26/2026

🏐🏈 Fall sports are back at PARC!

Register now for PARC's Fall 2026 Youth Volleyball and Flag Football athletic programs. Young athletes can build skills, stay active and compete this fall with PARC. Volleyball features co-ed divisions for ages 8-17, while Flag Football will offer co-ed divisions for ages 6-14.

👉 Get the season details, division information, and registration dates at lafayettela.gov/athletics

Address

500 Girard Park Drive
Lafayette, LA
70503

Opening Hours

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

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+13372918374

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