Urbandale Parks and Recreation

09/15/2026

Love plants but don't know where to start? Learn how to successfully grow, care for, and maintain healthy succulents with tips that will help your indoor garden thrive.
Ages: 18+ | $40
📅 When: Tuesday, November 3, from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
👉 Register by Monday, October 26 at urbandale.org/succulents

09/14/2026

Stretch, strengthen, and recharge. Through guided yoga poses and breathing techniques, you'll improve flexibility, boost endurance, and leave each class feeling calmer and more refreshed.
Ages: 18+ | $34
📅 When: Tuesdays, November 3 - 24, from 9:30 - 10:30 AM
👉 Register by Tuesday, October 27 at urbandale.org/yoga-tuesdays

09/14/2026

Confidence starts here! Young martial artists will develop respect, focus, coordination, and important life skills while learning the basics of martial arts in a positive and supportive setting.
Ages: 3-6 | $210
📅 When: Tuesdays, November 3 - December 15, from
👉 Register by Monday, October 26 at urbandale.org/little-dragons

09/11/2026

Build strength from the inside out with this welcoming mat Pilates class. Improve your core, flexibility, posture, and overall wellness through mindful movement in a supportive community atmosphere.
Ages: 16+ | $10
📅 When: Wednesday, October 21, from 6:30 - 7:15 PM
👉 Register by Monday, October 19 at urbandale.org/mat-pilates

09/11/2026

Need a few kid-free hours? We've got you covered! Drop the kids off for an evening of games, crafts, dinner, and fun while you enjoy a night out, finish holiday shopping, or simply take a well-deserved break.
Ages: .5-12 | $35
📅 When: Saturday, October 17, from 5:00 - 8:30 PM
👉 Register by Sunday, October 11 at urbandale.org/parents-night-out

09/08/2026

Foxdale Park just got a whole lot more fun.

The new playground is officially complete and ready for kids to climb, swing, slide and play!

And Foxdale is just one of three playground improvements happening this summer through our Capital Improvement Program. Lakeview Park got new equipment earlier this summer, and Bestland Park is next later this month.

09/08/2026

A New Home for Urbandale Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation team has officially moved into the Recreation Station at 4020 121st Street!

As of today, the Recreation Station is your new stop for Parks & Recreation office services, including key pickups and drop-offs, front desk assistance, program questions, and more.

📍 Recreation Station
4020 121st Street
Urbandale, IA 50323

📞 515-278-3963

09/08/2026

Uh-oh... goblins have invaded Urbandale! A mysterious bag of Goblin Eggs will appear on your doorstep, but don't wait too long to open them—they might hatch! This Halloween surprise is packed with fun (and no actual goblins and not actually hard boiled eggs).
Ages: 10 and under | $15
📅 When: Monday, October 26, from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
👉 Register by Monday, October 19 at urbandale.org/golbin-eggs

09/04/2026

📚 Come meet a children’s book creator!

Join artist and author Penny C. Wang for a fun, family-friendly look behind the pages of her award-winning book, Two Duck Tales!

Penny will share how she brought two parallel stories together into one unexpected ending, plus a peek into her creative process. She’ll also explore the differences between digital illustration and hand-painted book art and how each can bring a story to life.

Come curious, ask questions and see what goes into creating a children’s book from idea to finished pages!

Tuesday, September 15 | 4:15–5 PM
This class if FREE, but registration is required. Register today at urbandale.org/community-artists

Discover free community arts workshops presented by the Urbandale Public Arts Committee from September through November. Featuring four talented artists, the series offers hands-on opportunities to learn creative techniques, explore new art forms, and have fun making art. No experience is necessary....