Announcements & News

YOUTH RECREATION COMMUNITY CENTERS

Through the operation of neighborhood community centers, the City of Syracuse provides daily recreational opportunities for local youth from a number of city neighborhoods. Drop-in recreation is free of charge and may include a variety of fun, engaging activities and games designed to keep both the body and mind active! All activities are led by experienced recreation staff, qualified volunteers, or program partners. Drop-in recreation is open to city youth ages 7-13. Programs for older teens are available where noted.
Programs and activities may include:
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Kids Cafe Hot Meals 
  • Homework Help and academic tutoring
  • Daily physical activity through sports, active games, fitness classes and more!
Space may be limited, and drop-in capacity may be reached at a site on any given day. Some programs require advanced registration. Don't miss out on any of the fun! 

AQUATICS INFORMATION

Come out and SWIM!
Thank you for joining us this summer!  Stay tuned for Fall Swim information for our indoor pools:  Valley and Southwest Community Center!
 
 
 
For information on Pool locations, Pool rules, and locations of our Spray Features... click HERE
 
 
Youth Learn to Swim Program!
 
SUMMER 2025 Sessions: Thank you for learning to swim with us this Summer!   Stay tuned for information on Fall Classes!
 
 
 
Become a Lifeguard! -- FALL CLASSES NOW FORMING
  • Fees waived for City Residents who intend on working one summer season for us with a minimum of 20 hours per a week. City Resident class fee: $25.00 Non-City Resident class fee: $75.00  Learn more about becoming a lifeguard at syr.gov/becomealifeguard 
 
For more information, email blopes@syr.gov or jayala@syr.gov, or call the City of Syracuse Department of Parks & Recreation at 315-473-4330.

Pops In The Park Summer Concert Series 2025

SUMMER WEEKLY PLAYGROUND PROGRAMS & CLINICS

Weekly Playground Programs
Thank you for another great summer! 
 
For questions about weekly playground programs and sports clinic, with the exception of the Golf clinic, email jbrantley@syr.gov.
 
For questions regarding the Golf clinic, email jburns@syr.gov. 

COORDINATE A PARK CLEANUP!

Coordinating a park cleanup is a great way to engage your company and improve our green spaces! It's never too early to start planning. Complete the form at https://goto.syr.gov/parkcleanup to get started. We look forward to working with you.
 

COMMUNITY EVENT LISTINGS

 For a listing of City of Syracuse community events happening in or around the parks, visit https://syr.gov/events.

Please note - permitted events are only listed after the completion of the permit process/approval and with the permission of the event organizer. 

HOW TO CREATE A RECDESK USER ACCOUNT

To register for activities, classes, programs, leagues etc. create a Recdesk user account click HERE. For assistance on setting up an account click HERE.  To make changes to your account, call the Parks' main office at 315-473-4330 or email SyracuseParks@syrgov.net.   
 
Visa, Mastercard and Discover are accepted payments for online registration.  A 2.75%, non-refundable, transaction fee applied to each credit card transaction. To view our refund policy visit Parks & Recreation Department Refund Policy – City of Syracuse
 
Be sure to check back often to view our activities, classes, programs, leagues etc. under "Programs" on the navigation bar above. Golf season passes and community center memberships can be found under "Memberships" on the navigation bar above.  

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