Portland Connecticut Parks & Recreation

Portland Connecticut Parks & Recreation Committed to providing diverse leisure opportunities for all members of our community. We try to offer something for everyone

The Portland Parks and Recreation Department is committed to offering diverse leisure activities to meet the interests of our citizens. Our purpose is to provide a variety of safe, affordable programs to develop personal enrichment, promote enduring friendships make accessible recreational use of the environment, and provide fitness-related activities for all age groups. In this capacity, we hope

to improve the quality of life for all our residents, physically, socially, and intellectually, thereby nurturing the health and cohesiveness of our community.

09/05/2026

Portland families! This is the final weekend to enjoy the Splash Pad at the Rec. Complex this season!

The last day will be Monday, September 7. Make the most of it while you can! ☀️

DON'T MISS OUT! September 6 is the final day to register for the Come On Over 5k in order to receive a FREE t-shirt: run...
09/04/2026

DON'T MISS OUT! September 6 is the final day to register for the Come On Over 5k in order to receive a FREE t-shirt: runsignup.com/Race/CT/Portland/ComeonOver5KandWalk

Our annual race is scheduled for Saturday, September 26 (Rain or Shine) at Riverfront Park. Walkers and runners must arrived with enough time to sign in for a 10 AM kick off.

ATTENTION LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS: The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking sponsors for our annual Come On Over 5K....
09/01/2026

ATTENTION LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS: The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking sponsors for our annual Come On Over 5K. The deadline is coming up on September 3.

For over 20 years, this popular event has drawn hundreds of runners and walkers to Riverfront Park.

Contact Cara at (860) 342-6757 or [email protected] for more information.

08/27/2026

Join us this Friday, August 28 from 9-10:30 AM to learn more about our new program for kiddos! Check out the space and meet our staff at the Buck-Foreman Communtiy Center.

We're going out with a bang! The Great Hill Mountain Band will perform at our final concert of the summer. Join us at 6...
08/24/2026

We're going out with a bang! The Great Hill Mountain Band will perform at our final concert of the summer. Join us at 6:00 PM at Riverfront Park on Tuesday, August 25.

🏃 Registration is now open for our annual Come On Over 5k! Sign up before September 6 to get your free t-shirt. Click he...
08/23/2026

🏃 Registration is now open for our annual Come On Over 5k! Sign up before September 6 to get your free t-shirt. Click here to get started: runsignup.com/Race/CT/Portland/ComeonOver5KandWalk

Join us at Riverfront Park on Saturday, September 26. The race kicks off promptly at 10:00 AM, rain or shine.

🏃Attention runners and walkers🏃: registration is now open for our annual Come On Over 5k! Sign up before September 6 to ...
08/20/2026

🏃Attention runners and walkers🏃: registration is now open for our annual Come On Over 5k! Sign up before September 6 to get your free t-shirt. Click here to get started: runsignup.com/Race/CT/Portland/ComeonOver5KandWalk

Join us at Riverfront Park on Saturday, September 26. The race kicks off promptly at 10:00 AM, rain or shine.

We're offering a First Aid, CPR & AED Certification Course on Monday, September 28 from 5:30-8:30 PM. Join us in the Buc...
08/19/2026

We're offering a First Aid, CPR & AED Certification Course on Monday, September 28 from 5:30-8:30 PM. Join us in the Buck-Foreman Community Center. The fee to register is $70.

Space is limited. Click here to register: bit.ly/CPRCertPortland

Last week, Wicked Peach WOWed! 🎶Our Summer Concert Series at Riverfront Park continues TONIGHT (8/18) with a make-up per...
08/18/2026

Last week, Wicked Peach WOWed! 🎶Our Summer Concert Series at Riverfront Park continues TONIGHT (8/18) with a make-up performance by Kings of Karma. Join us at 6:00 PM for an amazing show!

Please join us by thanking The Brownstone Quorum and our sponsors:

GOLD LEVEL
Liberty Bank
The Flood Law Firm, LLC
PegArch Architecture
Law Office of George A Law
Gildersleeve Spirit Shop
Middletown Toyota
Hometown Garage

SILVER LEVEL
Chris Cote’s Golf Shop
Jarvis Airfoil, Inc.
The Portland Historical Society
Nathan L. Jacobson & Associates, Inc.
Portland Automotive Inc
CSB Inc: Charlie’s Water Wagon
Mirabito Holdings, INC.

BRONZE LEVEL
In Memory of Skip Wagner
Water & Sewer Specialties
Gottas Farm
Portland Police Union Local 2693N
Your Health Solutions
Bailey Boys Lawn Care LLC

ATTENTION LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS: The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking sponsors for our annual Come On Over 5K....
08/12/2026

ATTENTION LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS: The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking sponsors for our annual Come On Over 5K. For over 20 years, this popular event has drawn hundreds of runners and walkers to Riverfront Park.

Contact Cara at (860) 342-6757 or [email protected] for more information.

Address

Middletown, CT

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18603426757

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