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Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs
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Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs
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Our Mission
provide and maintain the natural, recreational and cultural facilities and programs that make Gainesville a great place to live, work and visit; and that help sustain the City economically, socially and environmentally.
There is no fee to visit any of the City's recreation and nature parks. Some of the parks are gated and have different hours of operations. For Nature parks please click here, for Recreation parks, tot lots and facilities please click here. If you are interested in renting a facility, please click here. |
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LATEST ALERTS
The 440-yard Track and the surrounding area at Fred Cone Park will be closed starting June 10,2013 to install a lighting system. The construction is expected to last two weeks.
To read full details and other news, please Click Here.
Check Out the our newsletter, Community Connections!
Notes from the Director - 2012 Year in Review
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POP WARNER FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING
No Tryouts. Everyone Participates.
Youth compete and practice with others of similar age and size. For ages 5 –15 depending on age and weight.
Register before May 30 to save!
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WATER AEROBICS
A cool way to stay in shape! Classes for all levels available. Sign-up for as little as $2 a class. For more information, go to our Aquatics page!
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SPRING SWIM LESSONS
Dive into Spring! Lessons for all levels. Also available, Saturday Stroke Clinics and Water Aerobics. Information on Dates, Fees and Registration, go to our Aquatics page!
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"Get to Know" Youth Art Contest
“Get to Know” invites all youth (19 and younger) to get outdoors and “get to know” their natural world! Submit art, writing, photography, video or music inspired by outdoor experiences for a chance at wild prizes!
For more info and to submit work: www.gettoknow.ca
The contest runs until Friday, Nov. 1, 2013.
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Commemorating the 500th Anniversary Ponce de Leon's Landing in Florida. Over 30 original art works by contemporary Florida artists. For more information, please go to The Historic Thomas Center Galleries page.
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2013 GAINESVILLE BIATHLON CHALLENGE
Run. Swim. Have Fun. Need enough reason for a challenge?
Sign up fast for some super-sweet swag. Visit our Aquatics page for information on Routes, Dates and Registration.
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"FREE FRIDAYS" CONCERT SERIES
From April to November, the Bo Diddley Community Plaza comes alive every Friday night from 8-10 pm as our local and regional bands and performing arts are showcased under the stars. For more information and the schedule of shows, check out our Cultural Affairs page.
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Summer Day Camps are action-packed, filled with exciting experiences, and focus on giving back to the community. Convenient locations and great programming.
For more information, visit our Camps page.
To register for races, camps, athletics or other programs:
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 Nature Operations Division
This division develops and conducts environmental education programs for the Alachua County school system, community education classes, nature preschool programs, and weekend and summer programs. Its staff is responsible for the development and operation of the City's Greenways and Greenspace Design including the Hogtown Creek Greenway, nature preserves development, and habitat management. |
 Recreation Division
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs maintains a variety of activities that enhance the quality of life in the Gainesville community. The City prides itself on its extensive park system, featuring over 2,600 acres of park land with over 40 active parks, playgrounds, recreation centers, swimming pools, sports facilities, a golf course and more. There is something for all ages and ability in your City Parks. |
 Cultural Affairs Division
The City of Gainesville greatly prides itself on its cultural and historical roots. The Historic Thomas Center is considered Gainesville's cultural center. The center is housed in a beautifully restored Mediterranean Revival-style hotel and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It contains art galleries, 1920's period rooms, local history exhibits, performance space, banquet rooms, and meeting rooms. And we host magnificent and exciting special events! |
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 Ironwood Golf Course
The City of Gainesville's golf course has a new face, with redesigned greens that focus on making the game more fun for all levels of players, with emphasis on women, juniors and seniors! Last summer, the golf course underwent major renovations and the course now features new tees, greens, fairway drainage, a new driving range and a state-of-the-art irrigation system which helps to conserve water. Ironwood offers four sets of tees for all levels of golfers from novice to expert. Come meet some of the friendly staff and see all that Ironwood has to offer!
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 Evergreen Cemetery
"This Wondrous Place" is located at 401 SE 21st Avenue, Gainesville, Florida. Evergreen Cemetery was established in 1856. The City of Gainesville assumed ownership in 1944 and it remains the only municipal cemetery in Gainesville. This historic site also functions as an outdoor museum with stories of local historic developmental importance unfolding at every turn. In addition to the thousands of people to come to Evergreen to attend funerals, the cemetery also attracts visitors with interests in genealogy, tombstone art, photography and native plant material.
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 There's something for everyone in your parks.
Download the Parks Matrix
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