Alameda Recreation and Park Department

Alameda Recreation and Park Department Public Recreation and Park Department for all ages. https://linktr.ee/PlayARPD

Alameda Recreation and Parks works with all sectors of the community to provide services and give opportunities for citizen input regarding leisure services and facilities. Our goal is to improve the quality of community life by developing values, life skills and experiences that lead to socially responsible and productive lives.

Help Create The 21st Annual Teen Haunted House!Get creative and make something seriously creepy!Bring the Haunted House ...
08/28/2026

Help Create The 21st Annual Teen Haunted House!

Get creative and make something seriously creepy!
Bring the Haunted House to life! Create a thrilling Halloween experience for the community.
For grades 6-12
First meeting is Tues, Sept. 15
Earn community service hours.
Sign up to volunteer:
https://tinyurl.com/mu6uj8tx

Volunteer registration closes Sept. 20!

Join The Community Chorus, Alameda Sings! Love to sing? New members are welcome! No audition required. Join this cross-g...
08/26/2026

Join The Community Chorus, Alameda Sings!

Love to sing? New members are welcome! No audition required. Join this cross-generation community chorus!

Ages 16+
Sept 14 - Dec 14
Mondays, 7 - 9 PM
Mastick Senior Center, Social Hall

Learn more and register today!
https://tinyurl.com/6ukfp2uv

Watch The Goonies This Friday! Join us for a free Starlight Movie In The Park. Event Opens: 6:30 PMMovie Starts: 8:15 PM...
08/26/2026

Watch The Goonies This Friday!
Join us for a free Starlight Movie In The Park.
Event Opens: 6:30 PM
Movie Starts: 8:15 PM (at dusk)

Leydecker Field, 3221 Mecartney Road

Food and snacks will be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting the Teen Program. See you at the show!

Free drop-in event. No registration needed!

More info: https://tinyurl.com/3jdvk3hf

Fish Festival Is Back! Saturday, August 29 from 10 AM - 4 PM. Join our friends Bay Regional Park District Cove Visito...
08/21/2026

Fish Festival Is Back!

Saturday, August 29 from 10 AM - 4 PM.

Join our friends Bay Regional Park District Cove Visitor Center for the 8th Annual Fish Festival! Get ready for a fin-tastic day of fun, food, music, and hands-on activities for the whole family.

Enjoy delicious eats from Food Truck Mafia
Get up close with freshwater fish at the Mobile Fish Exhibit
Live music, 11 AM–3 PM
Free face painting, 11 AM–3 PM, by Bay Area Face Painters
Fun games & crafts, including Gyotaku, traditional Japanese fish printing
Learn casting & knot tying
Check out the saltwater aquariums featuring a swell shark and moray eel!

Crab Cove Visitor Center, 1252 McKay Ave, Alameda, CA

Parking is extremely limited. Please park at the Otis Street parking lot. A shuttle will be available on the day of the event.

Bring the family and make a splash! 🌊🐟

For more information: 510-544-3187 (Crab Cove Visitor Center)

Teens! Come Create Unforgettable Experiences!Creative? Love bringing people together? Ready to make things happen? Join ...
08/20/2026

Teens! Come Create Unforgettable Experiences!

Creative? Love bringing people together? Ready to make things happen? Join the volunteer Alameda Youth Committee (AYC). The first meeting is Wednesday, September 2.

Ready to take on more? The Leadership Intern opportunity provides additional training and hands-on opportunities to grow your skills. Take charge and make decisions!

Choose Volunteer or Leadership Intern when you register.

Learn more and register!
https://tinyurl.com/d6f6478j

Join the Alameda Community Band!Love to play music? New members are always welcome!Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9:30 PMFall session ...
08/19/2026

Join the Alameda Community Band!

Love to play music? New members are always welcome!

Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Fall session runs now through Dec. 1, 2026.
Alameda High School Band Room, 2nd Floor
2200 Central Ave.

Come play, connect, and make music with the community! 🎶

Learn more and Register:
https://tinyurl.com/mvdrnak9

Join the Haunted House Planning and Creations Team!Bring your ideas, create something seriously creepy! Dream up the exp...
08/18/2026

Join the Haunted House Planning and Creations Team!

Bring your ideas, create something seriously creepy! Dream up the experience and bring the story to life. Everyone is welcome! Earn community service hours while putting your creativity to work.

First team meeting is Tuesday, September 15
Registration closes Sunday, September 20

Sign up to join the Haunted House Team!
https://tinyurl.com/2uze8ev8

The Underground Teen Center & Teen ShuttleOpens Wednesday, August 19!A place for teens in grades 6-12 to connect with fr...
08/18/2026

The Underground Teen Center & Teen Shuttle

Opens Wednesday, August 19!

A place for teens in grades 6-12 to connect with friends, join activities, build skills, and spend time in a positive environment.

The Teen Shuttle provides a reliable transportation option from several AUSD schools. Rides are $2 each, or get a $20 Ride Pass for 10 rides.

2203 Central Ave (Veteran’s Memorial Building)

Register to participate at the Teen Center!
https://tinyurl.com/33zhmhy9

Hurry! Last Chance To Register for Fall Session 1 Swim Lessons! There is still time to join ARPD Aquatics swim lessons t...
08/15/2026

Hurry! Last Chance To Register for Fall Session 1 Swim Lessons!

There is still time to join ARPD Aquatics swim lessons this fall. Space is limited, openings are available in these programs:
Private swim lessons
StarTots
Swim School group lessons
Adult swim lessons (new sessions added)

These classes help build water safety skills, confidence and swimming ability.

Register online here:
https://tinyurl.com/2e8rmb94

If you have questions, contact ARPD Aquatics: [email protected]

Starlight Movies In The Park Presents The Goonies!Coming up in two weeks. Join us for a free, family-friendly movie nigh...
08/14/2026

Starlight Movies In The Park Presents The Goonies!

Coming up in two weeks. Join us for a free, family-friendly movie night under the stars!

Friday, August 28
Leydecker Field, 3221 Mecartney Road
Event opens: 6:30 PM
Movie starts: 8:15 PM (at dusk)

Free drop-in event. No registration needed!

Arrive at 6:30 PM for games and crafts before the movie. Food and snacks will be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting the Teen Program.

Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/3jdvk3hf

Address

2226 Santa Clara Avenue
Alameda, CA
94501

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+15107477529

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