JaxParks - Your Destination for Exploration, Relaxation and Recreation
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!
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.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.News
Riverfront Plaza Phase 2 Public Open House
Riverfront Plaza Phase 2 PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE -- The City of Jacksonville, together with the Riverfront Plaza design team, invites residents, business owners and community stakeholders to attend the Riverfront Plaza, Phase 2 Open House on Wednesday, May13th, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. at the Café Building at Riverfront Plaza, (2 Independent Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202).
Adopt A Park Program
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
Mayor Donna Deegan proclaims the month of July in Jacksonville, FL as Park and Recreation Month!
Parks Partnership Program
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 | 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 |
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Hoop2nite+ After School 2026- 2027!
Where Jacksonville Teens Come Together
Keep the excitement going for the upcoming school year. Hoop2nite+ offers teens a welcoming place to stay active, make new friends, and enjoy exciting activities every Thursday and Friday night starting August 13th.
Whether you're shooting hoops, challenging friends to video games, showing off your dance moves, or playing recreation games, there's something for everyone.
Come for the games. Stay for the fun. Build lasting friendships.
Five (5) Community Centers, Thursdays and Fridays from 6pm - 9pm.
- Emmett Reed - 1093 W. 6th St., 32209
- Henry T. Jones - 3856 Grant Rd., 32207
- Kennedy Center - 1133 Ionia St., 32206
- Legends Center - 5130 Soutel Dr., 32208
- Mary Lena Gibbs - 6974 Wilson Blvd., 32210
Entry for Ages 13–18
ID Required
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Upcoming Playgrounds
| Council District | Park Name | Est. Install Date |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Alejandro Garces Camp Tomahawk Park | In Design |
| 4 | Forestry Tower Park | In Design |
| 1 | Fort Caroline/Lonnie Wurn | In Design |
| 5 | Granada Park | In Design |
| 5 | Landon Park | In Design |
| 6 | Palmetto Leaves Regional Park** | In Design |
| 14 | Riverside Park | In Design |
| 5 | Southside Park | In Design |
| 5 | Verona Park | In Design |
In-Progress
| Council District | Park Name | Est. Install Date |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Glynlea Park | Fall 2026 |
| 14 | Jammes Road Park | Fall 2026 |
| 10 | Lew Brantley Park** (McGirts Creek) | Spring 2027 |
| 2 | Sunny Acres | Fall 2026 |
| 7 | Willowbranch | Summer 2026 |
** Inclusive Playgrounds
Completed Playgrounds
| Council District | Park Name | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Boone Park – North | Fall 2025 |
| 10 | Charles B. Clark Park | Summer 2026 |
| 8 | Clanzel T. Brown Park | Spring 2025 |
| 2 | Dames Point Park/El Faro Memorial | Spring 2026 |
| 4 | Drew Park | Summer 2025 |
| 7 | Edwards Park | Spring 2025 |
| 14 | Fishweir Park | Fall 2025 |
| 6 | Huntington Forest Park | Spring 2025 |
| 7 | J. S. Johnson Park | Summer 2026 |
| 14 | Jacksonville Heights Elementary Park | Spring 2025 |
| 12 | Lake Fretwell Park/Cecil | Spring 2026 |
| 9 | Lem Turner Park | Spring 2025 |
Completed Playgrounds (continued)
| Council District | Park Name | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Marjenhoff Park | Spring 2025 |
| 1 | Parkwood Heights Elementary Park | Spring 2025 |
| 5 | Riverfront Plaza | Fall 2025 |
| 5 | RiversEdge | Fall 2025 |
| 10 | Royal Terrace Park | Spring 2026 |
| 2 | San Mateo Neighborhood Park | Spring 2025 |
| 10 | Scott Park | Spring 2025 |
| 5 | St. Johns River | Spring 2025 |
| 8 | Tallulah Park | Spring 2025 |
| 9 | Terrace Park | Spring 2025 |
| 12 | Timuquana Park | Spring 2025 |
| 6 | Tommy Hazouri, Sr. Park | Spring 2025 |
** Inclusive Playgrounds
