Grande Prairie Recreation and Sport

06/11/2026

Whether it's a walk on the trails, a swim at the pool or time spent enjoying the outdoors, there are plenty of ways to get moving in Grande Prairie.

This week's Recreation & Parks Month photo contest theme is Get Moving. Share a photo of how you stay active for a chance to win a one-month Eastlink Centre membership.

📸 Enter here: https://ow.ly/8yAC50Z7o95

🚶‍♀️🏊‍♂️🚴 Where is your favourite place to explore?

Whether it's a walk along the trails, a swim at the pool, a workout, a game with friends or simply spending time outside, recreation helps support physical and mental well-being at every age.
This Recreation & Parks Month, challenge yourself to try something new, revisit a favourite activity or spend a little extra time outdoors.

📸 This week's photo contest theme is Get Moving. Share a photo of how you stay active in Grande Prairie, whether that's walking, swimming, cycling, playing sports or enjoying the outdoors. Each photo shared earns one entry for a chance to win a one-month Eastlink Centre membership.

Submit your photo here: https://ow.ly/8yAC50Z7o95

The prize draw will take place on June 30, 2026.

06/09/2026

Looking for something fun to do with the family this Friday?

Come celebrate the start of summer at Here Comes Summer!

🌭 Free community BBQ sponsored by Circle K Canada
🏊 Free swimming sponsored by Aquatera Utilities Inc.
🎧 Live DJ
🎁 Door prizes

The best part? It's completely FREE.

📅 Friday, June 12
⏰ 3 to 8 p.m. (swimming ends at 7:30)
Free BBQ while supplies last
📍 Muskoseepi Park

More info: cityofgp.com/summerscoming

06/04/2026

🌿 Recreation & Parks Month is a great reminder of the spaces that help us stay active, connect with others and enjoy everything Grande Prairie has to offer.

This week's photo contest theme is Explore Your Community. Share a photo of a local park, trail, playground or recreation facility for a chance to win a one-month Eastlink Centre membership.

📸 Learn more and enter: https://ow.ly/8yAC50Z7o95

🌳 June is Recreation & Parks Month!

From neighbourhood parks and playgrounds to trails, pools and recreation facilities, these spaces help make Grande Prairie a place where people can get active, connect with others and enjoy the outdoors.

This month, we're celebrating the places, programs and experiences that help our community explore, connect and belong.

📸 Recreation & Parks Month Photo Contest: This week's theme is Explore Your Community. Share a photo of your favourite park, trail, playground, recreation facility or outdoor space in Grande Prairie for a chance to win a one-month Eastlink Centre membership.

Where is your favourite place to explore?

Submit your photo here: https://ow.ly/8yAC50Z7o95

The prize draw will take place on June 30, 2026.

05/25/2026

🌿 Mayor Jackie Clayton has proclaimed June as Recreation and Parks Month in the City of Grande Prairie!

Recreation and parks help make Grande Prairie a great place to live, work and play. From trails, playgrounds and green spaces to recreation programs, events and community facilities, these spaces bring people together and support healthy, active lifestyles across the community.

Today’s proclamation also recognized the Recreation and Parks teams whose work helps create and care for the spaces residents enjoy throughout the year. 💚

Mayor Clayton was joined by Heather Llewellyn, Executive Director of the Grande Prairie Regional Sport Connection, Greg Hearn, appointed member of the Community Advisory Committee, and Joanna Goc, representative from Canadian Tire. Through Jumpstart Charities, Canadian Tire recently played a key role in advancing the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground project in Grande Prairie.

🔗 Learn more about parks and recreation opportunities at https://cityofgp.com/parks-recreation

05/18/2026

Various recreation facilities have adjusted hours of operation today (Monday, May 18) for the Victoria Day statutory holiday.

✔️ Design Works Centre is open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
❌ Keyera Place and Dave Barr Community Centre are closed.

All facilities will return to regular hours of operation tomorrow, May 19.

05/11/2026

Several City facilities have adjusted hours of operation on Monday, May 18 in recognition of the Victoria Day statutory holiday. View the full service update at the link in the original post.

Several City facilities have adjusted hours of operation on Monday, May 18 in recognition of the Victoria Day statutory holiday.

✔️ The Ernie Radbourne Pavilion, Eastlink Centre, and Design Works Centre are open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

❌ Facilities closed on May 18: City Hall, City Service Centre, Cedar Point, Keyera Place, Dave Barr Community Centre, Montrose Cultural Centre and Grande Prairie Museum.

🚌 Transit will operate on Monday, May 18, on holiday hours, the same as Sunday operational hours, of 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for regular service. Late night on-demand service operates from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

To view the full service update, please visit: https://ow.ly/tf8r50YXOyO

04/23/2026

Learn, play and grow this spring! Give your preschooler a head start with programs that build confidence, independence and social skills through fun, hands-on activities.

Preschool programs starting soon:

• Active Play- Walking to Age 5 (May 16 – June 6) – Develop coordination, balance and confidence through movement
https://ow.ly/CEOm50YNJgC

• Exploring Gardening (May 12 – June 2) – Hands-on learning while planting, growing and discovering nature
https://ow.ly/r87Z50YNJgB

Perfect for curious kids who love to explore, create and make new friends. Programs are filling quickly, register today!

04/23/2026

Big adventures for little explorers! Looking for a fun way to keep your toddler active, curious and engaged this spring? These programs are designed just for little ones to learn through play, movement and hands-on discovery.

Toddler programs starting soon:

• Spring Adventures (May 14 – June 4) – Outdoor exploration and sensory fun
https://ow.ly/hbF950YNJee

• Active Play- Walking to age 5 (May 16 – June 6) – Move, climb, and burn energy in a fun, supportive space
https://ow.ly/Nz7350YNJei

• Exploring Gardening (May 12 – June 2) – Dig, plant and discover how things grow
https://ow.ly/lt9o50YNJeg

Build confidence, coordination and social skills, all while having fun. Spots are limited. Register now to save your place!

04/23/2026

⚾️🏃‍♂️ Ready to play? Let’s build skills AND have fun!
There’s still space in our Learn to Play programs for kids ages 5–12, the perfect way to stay active, try something new and build confidence this season.

Choose your program:
🥎 Learn to Play Softball
📍 Keyera Place
Kids will learn the fundamentals of hitting, catching, throwing and game play through fun drills and activities.
Ages 5–8:
https://ow.ly/zcy250YOAMc
Ages 8–12:
https://ow.ly/T6HM50YOAMf
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🏅 Learn to Play Multisport
📍 Eastlink Centre (Fieldhouse B1)
Try it all! Each week introduces a new sport while building coordination, teamwork and confidence in a fun, supportive environment.
Ages 5–8:
https://ow.ly/MnZU50YOAMe
Ages 8–12:
https://ow.ly/GM4650YOAMb

04/20/2026

🚨 Summer Camp spots are disappearing!
If you’ve been thinking about registering your child for summer camp, now is the time. Many camps are already filling up.

City of Grande Prairie Summer Camps offer:
✔️ Active, hands-on fun
✔️ Inclusive and welcoming environments
✔️ Experienced and caring leaders
🗓 June 29 – August 21
➕ Limited 3-day camps: June 24–26
📍 Multiple locations across the city

💻 Register now before it’s too late: cityofgp.com/summercamps
Once they’re full, they’re full!