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JaxParks - Your Destination for Exploration, Relaxation and Recreation

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Explore Jacksonville Parks

Jacksonville has the largest park system in North America maintaining over 400 public and recreational spaces. At Jacksonville's parks you can enjoy a wide range of exciting and engaging experiences. There are traditional neighborhood and regional parks as well as 22 Community Centers conveniently located throughout the city. Come make some memories here!

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Come Play With Us!

JaxParks Spring Break Camp 2026

Upcoming and Completed Playground Installations

Welcome to JaxParks!

Jacksonville residents have the opportunity to enjoy one of the largest urban park systems in the nation; and with expanding access, enhanced programs and supportive leadership our parks are only getting better.

JaxParks Reservation Site

JaxParks Afterschool Programs 2025-2026

Club Rec

This exciting and energizing after school program provides opportunities for youth to participate in group activities including crafts, games, recreational sports, special events and homework assistance.

Ages: 6 - 12 years old
Fee: No charge
Schedule: August 11, 2025 - May 22, 2026 (End of School Year). Our schedule coincides with the Duval County Public Schools Calendar
Time and Days of the Week: 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Monday through Friday
Registration: Click here to register

JaxParks Directory & Activities Guide

As the largest park system in America, JaxParks maintains over 400 parks and recreational spaces offering you the opportunity for a wide range of exciting and memorable experiences. In addition to traditional neighborhood and regional parks, our park spaces include 22 Community Centers conveniently located throughout the city. You can explore the mystery and beauty of nature at any of our 15 Environmental Parks. Pursue your personal fitness goals by working out at one of several JaxParks Fitness Centers and Gymnasiums or swimming at one of our more than 30 Swimming Pools. JaxParks is also home to seven Specialty Parks, each boasting its own unique attractions including hiking and biking trails, a dedicated skateboarding facility, camping areas, waterfront amenities and even museums. It is our sincere hope that you and your family find the time to take full advantage of everything JaxParks has to offer!

Click here to view the JaxParks Directory & Activities Guide.

Parks Partnership Program

Are you interested in enhancing any of our parks or programming in Duval County? If you are interested, we have a Parks Partnership Program designed to promote private support of our City's expansive park system. For more information, email us at jaxparks@coj.net for more information. Click below to view the JaxParks Amenities Catalog and Pricing Guide:

Click here for the JaxParks Amenities Guide
Click here for the JaxParks Amenity Pricing

Please click on this link for Park rules
Additional Park rules information can be found in Ordinance Chapter 28 Part 7

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Teen Warehouse 2025-2026

Join Teen Warehouse, an exciting and motivating program for middle and high school student. Activities include arts, community outings, games, study time, sports and individualized programs. Special events and outings may require additional activity fees.

Ages: 13 - 18 years old
Fee: No charge
Special Events and Outings: May require a fee
Schedule: August 11, 2025 - May 22, 2026 (End of School Year). Our schedule coincides with the Duval County Public Schools Calendar
Time and Days of the Week: 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Monday through Friday
Registration: Click here to register

Mission Statement

The mission of JaxParks is to enrich the quality of life in Jacksonville by providing diverse recreational, leisure, environmental and cultural opportunities for all residents and to administer programs and services that meet the basic needs of the most vulnerable people in our community.

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Upcoming Playgrounds

Inclusive Playgrounds

Upcoming (In Design)

Council District	Park Name	Est. Install Date
4	Forestry Tower Park	In Design
1	Fort Caroline/Lonnie Wurn	In Design
10	McGirts Creek Park**	In Design
14	James Road Park	In Design
6	Palmetto Leaves Regional Park**	In Design
14	Riverside Park	In Design
5	Southside Park	In Design

In-Progress

Council District	Park Name	Est. Install Date
10	Charles B. Clark Park	Summer 2026
2	Dames Point Park / El Faro Memorial	Spring 2026
4	Glynlea Park	Summer 2026
7	JS Johnson Park	Spring 2026
8	Royal Terrace Park	Spring 2026
7	Willowbranch Park	Summer 2026

** Inclusive Playgrounds

Looking for a fun, safe, and active way to keep your kids engaged during spring break? JaxParks Spring Break Camp 2026 offers a FREE, full-day camp experience packed with energy, creativity, and play! Kids ages 6–12 will enjoy a variety of activities designed to keep them moving, social, and smiling all week long, including:

Fitness & active play
Sports & games
Arts and crafts
Team-building activities

Camp Dates: March 16–20, 2026
Camp Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Extended Care: Drop-off available beginning at 7:30 a.m. (no additional fee)

Participants must bring their own lunch and snacks.

Registration is required.
Online registration opens Wednesday, February 11 at noon. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

👉 Register online

Upcoming and Completed Playgrounds .pdf

Completed Playgrounds

Completed (Left Column)

Council District	Park Name	Completion Date
4	Arlington Road Park	Fall 2024
1	Adolph Wurn Park	Summer 2022
14	Argyle Forest Park	Spring 2024
8	Barney Browning Park	Fall 2022
1	Blue Cypress Park	Spring 2024
6	Bob Hayes Sports Complex	Summer 2024
14	Boone Park – North	Fall 2025
12	Caleb Park	Fall 2024
12	Cesery Park	Spring 2023
10	Charles Reese Memorial Park	Spring 2023
8	Clanzel T. Brown Park	Spring 2025
5	Crabtree Park	Spring 2023
12	Crystal Springs Road Park	Fall 2023
8	Dinsmore Park and Center	Fall 2023
4	Drew Park	Summer 2025
1	Eartha Napoleon Park	Fall 2022
2	Ed Austin Regional Park**	Fall 2024
2	Ed Austin Regional Park – Ball Field	Spring 2023
7	Edwards Park	Spring 2025
14	Fishweir Park	Fall 2025
4	Fletcher Morgan Park	Fall 2024
9	Florida C. Dwight Park	Spring 2023
7	Flossie Brunson Park**	Spring 2023
10	Forestview Park & Fitness Included	Fall 2022
1	Fort Caroline Playground (Gerrie’s Park)	Fall 2023
7	Fort Family (Baymeadows Regional Park)	Fall 2023
7	Garden City Park	Spring 2024
5	G.E.N.A Park	Fall 2024
7	Glen Myra Park	Fall 2024
11	Greenland Park	Spring 2023
8	Grunthal Park	Fall 2023
8	Henry L. Brown Kooker Park	Spring 2024
5	H.T. Jones Community Center	Summer 2024
6	Huntington Forest Park	Spring 2025
13	Isle of Palms Park	Summer 2023
10	J. Gardner Nip Sams Memorial Park	Spring 2023
14	Jacksonville Heights Elementary Park	Spring 2025
10	James Fields Park	Summer 2023
5	Joe Davis Memorial Park	Spring 2023
10	Johnnie W. Walker Park (Grand)	Summer 2024
1	Justina Road Elementary Park	Spring 2023
13	Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park (Campground)	Summer 2022
12	Lake Fretwell Park/Cecil	Spring 2026
14	Lake Shore Middle School Park	Fall 2022
9	Lem Turner Park	Spring 2025

Completed (Right Column)

Council District	Park Name	Completion Date
3	Leonard Abess Park	Fall 2023
7	Liberty Park	Fall 2023
4	Lovelace Park	Spring 2024
12	Lynn Park	Fall 2023
9	Mallison Park	Spring 2023
11	Marjenhoff Park	Spring 2025
8	Marion Park	Summer 2022
10	Mary Lena Gibbs Park	Spring 2023
13	Mayport Community Center	Spring 2023
10	Melvin Park	Fall 2022
14	Murray Drive Playground	Spring 2023
14	Murray Hill Playground	Summer 2023
12	Normandy Park	Fall 2023
8	North Shore Park	Spring 2023
7	Oceanway Park**	Summer 2024
14	Ortega Hills Playground	Spring 2023
12	Our Community Club Park	Spring 2023
7	Panama Park	Fall 2023
1	Parkwood Heights Elementary Park	Spring 2025
3	Patton Park	Spring 2024
14	Ringhaver Park (Front Location)	Summer 2024
14	Ringhaver Park (Main)**	Spring 2024
5	Riverfront Plaza	Fall 2025
5	RiversEdge	Fall 2025
7	Robert F. Kennedy Park	Fall 2023
8	Riverview Park	Fall 2024
6	Rogers Park	Fall 2023
7	Russell “Bill” Cook Jr. Park	Summer 2024
9	Ryder Park	Fall 2024
2	San Mateo Neighborhood Park	Spring 2025
8	Simonds-Johnson Park	Fall 2023
10	Scott Park	Spring 2025
5	St. Johns River	Spring 2025
8	Tallulah Park	Spring 2025
9	Terrace Park	Spring 2025
12	Thomas Jefferson Park	Fall 2022
14	Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park	Fall 2024
12	Timuquana Park	Spring 2025
6	Tommy Hazouri, Sr. Park	Spring 2025
1	Victory Park	Summer 2024
14	Wesconnett Elementary Park	Fall 2022
14	Westwood Park	Spring 2023
4	Windy Hill Elementary Park	Spring 2023
9	Yancey Park	Spring 2023

** Inclusive Playgrounds

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Adopt A Park Program

October 08, 2025

The City of Jacksonville's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful announced an Adopt A Park Program!

It's Official! July is Park and Recreation Month in Jacksonville

July 09, 2025

Mayor Donna Deegan proclaims the month of July in Jacksonville, FL as Park and Recreation Month!

Get Active with Free JaxParks Events All Summer Long

June 30, 2025

Enjoy free fitness, art, music, and family fun all summer with JaxParks—register now at jaxparks.coj.net!

City of Jacksonville’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department invites the community to participate in programming in and around Downtown – and beyond

The City of Jacksonville’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is excited to share that there is no shortage of FREE happenings in and around downtown Jacksonville. There are fitness programs, live jazz and DJ nights, silent discos, photo walks, art in the park, Latin dance classes, movie nights, and so much more. There is literally something for everyone!

While most classes are free to attend, those interested in attending should visit the registration portal to check availability and register at jaxparks.coj.net.

Mayor’s Disability Council

February 12, 2026

2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Notice is hereby given that the Disabled Services Division, in partnership with the Mayor’s Disability Council, will meet on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in person and virtually via Microsoft Teams.

JaxParks Adult Date Night Movie Night - The Princess Bride

February 13, 2026

Riverfront Plaza
2 W. Independent Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202 | 7PM

Join JaxParks for an Adult Date Night on a Friday night for a FREE movie and popcorn featuring the movie - The Princess Bride! Food Trucks, the Riverfront Bar serving Beer & Wine, and Free Popcorn will all be onsite for you to enjoy!

JaxParks Movie Night - Remember the Titans

February 20, 2026

Artist Walk
718 Riverside Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32204 | 7:00PM

Join JaxParks on a Friday night, February 20 for a FREE movie, popcorn and food trucks featuring the movie - Remember the Titans!

Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets.

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