City of Yuma Parks and Recreation

10/14/2026

🛝🎉 New Playgrounds Are Here!

Exciting news, Yuma! Two new playgrounds are officially open and ready for fun! 🌳✨

Join Eric at Carver Park as he gives us a look at the brand-new playground and shares more exciting updates from Yuma Parks and Recreation!

📍 Carver Park – New playground now open!
📍 Clymer Park – New playground now open!

And we're not stopping there! 👀 Another playground replacement is planned for this fiscal year.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue improving our parks and recreation spaces! 💙

10/14/2026

🎭✨ Stop by the Talent and Art Show TODAY!

Come meet the talent and help us make it a night to remember! 🎶🎨✨

🎶 Circle of Friends: Talent & Art Show
📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026
⌚ 4 - 6 PM

📍 Yuma Historic Theatre
254 S Main St, Yuma, AZ 85364

🆓 FREE

10/13/2026

🏹🌳 Thank You for an Amazing Youth Outdoor Expo!

On Saturday, October 3, 2026, we kicked off the day at the Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex with a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the new shade structure at our archery range, followed by a fun-filled Youth Outdoor Expo! 🎯🎣

A huge THANK YOU to our community partners and City of Yuma staff for their hard work, dedication, and teamwork in making both events possible! 👏💙
And of course, thank you to all the families and young outdoor enthusiasts who joined us! We loved seeing everyone explore, learn new skills, and enjoy the outdoors.

We couldn't have done it without you! 🙌

10/13/2026

🎃💄 Halloween Make-Up

Get creative this Halloween and discover how costume make-up can transform you into something spooky, mysterious, cute, or completely unexpected! 👻

Participants will experiment with different looks and learn how to use costume make-up to create the perfect Halloween face.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⌚ 3 - 4:45 PM
👥 Ages 11 - 14
💲 $14

📍 Clymer Recreation Center
553 S Orange Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364

🎭 Participants are welcome to bring simple accessories or costume pieces.
💇 Long hair should be secured with a hair tie.
👋 This is a drop-off program. Parents do not stay.

📝 Register today:
https://bit.ly/4jICx5O

📲 Questions? Give us a call at 928.373.5200

10/12/2026

🎥 Q&A with Parks and Recreation – Episode 2!

You asked, and we’re answering! Eric is back with three questions submitted by Yuma residents, covering the future of aquatics, improvements at Carver Park, and new opportunities for local musicians. 🌳🏀🎶

Want your question featured in a future episode? 👀

Keep an eye out for our next question submission video and drop your question in the comments when it goes live!

10/11/2026

🎄🧵 Handmade Holidays: A 6-Week Christmas Craft Workshop

Get into the holiday spirit and create something special! Join us for a six-week workshop where you’ll create a new handmade holiday project each week. ✨
Learn basic sewing techniques while making festive items like ornaments, stockings, pillows, and other Christmas décor. Beginners and experienced sewists are welcome!

📅 Thursdays, October 22 - December 3, 2026
⌚ 5:45 - 7:30 PM
👥 Ages 18+
💲 Residents: $25 | Non-residents: $38

📍 North End Community Center
160 E 1st St, Yuma, AZ 85364

🧵 For the first class, please bring holiday fabric, sewing scissors, and a sewing machine (optional).

⚠️ Please note: There will be no class on Thursday, November 26, 2026.

🎁 Limited space is available, so don’t wait to register!

📝 Register today:
https://bit.ly/3VPG8VS

📲 Questions? Give us a call at 928.373.5200

10/10/2026

🌧️⚠️ Weather-Related Closures and Cancellations

Due to thunderstorms, rainfall, and current field conditions, all City of Yuma athletic fields will be closed and all open gym activities are cancelled on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Our Parks and Recreation team will continue to monitor weather and field conditions and provide updates as they become available.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize everyone’s safety. Stay safe, Yuma! 💙

10/09/2026

🌟🏃 Glow Up October 5K Run

Light up the night and join us for the Glow Up October 5K Run! Grab your friends and family and get ready for an evening run under the lights.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⌚ 6 - 9 PM
🏃 Adult: Ages 18+ | $30
🌟 Youth: Ages 17 & under | FREE

📍 Ray Kroc Exhibition Stadium
1280 W Desert Sun Dr, Yuma, AZ 85364

⚠️ Please note: The October Glow Up Run is a 5K Run/Walk only. There will be no 10K course or run offered on October 17.

📝 Register today:
https://bit.ly/4A7rZmA

📲 Questions? Give us a call at 928.373.5200

10/08/2026

🌟🏃 The October Run Pin Reveal is Here!

Every year, every run, a new collectible pin! 🏅 Check out this year's design for the Glow Up October 5K Run and add another pin to your collection!

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⌚ 6 - 9 PM

📍 Ray Kroc Exhibition Stadium
1280 W Desert Sun Dr, Yuma, AZ 85364

✨ 5K Run/Walk only. No 10K course.

📝 Register today:
https://bit.ly/4A7rZmA

We can't wait to see you at the starting line! 🙌

10/08/2026

🌧️ With the potential for heavy rain this weekend, the City of Yuma will open a free, self-serve sandbag filling station at the Yuma Civic Center parking lot (1440 W. Desert Hills Drive).

Hours: Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10 | 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sand and empty bags will be provided while supplies last. Please bring your own shovel if possible. Limit: 5 sandbags per vehicle.
Stay safe, Yuma!

Details here: https://www.yumaaz.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2633/308

🌧️ With the potential for heavy rain this weekend, the City of Yuma will open a free, self-serve sandbag filling station at the Yuma Civic Center parking lot (1440 W. Desert Hills Drive).

Hours: Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10 | 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sand and empty bags will be provided while supplies last. Please bring your own shovel if possible. Limit: 5 sandbags per vehicle.

Stay safe, Yuma!

Details here: https://www.yumaaz.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2633/308