Austin Parks and Recreation Department

Austin Parks and Recreation Department Austin Parks and Recreation oversees nearly 20,000 acres of land containing 330 parks. Governor E.M. Zilker.

The year 1875 marked the first gift of land to the City of Austin with specific direction that it be used as a park. Pease donated 23 acres of land around Shoal Creek known as Pease Park. A jewel of the park system, Barton Springs and 35 acres surrounding it was deeded to the City in 1918 by A.J. As Austin grew, so did its desire for parks and recreation facilities. In 1926, The City Council appro

priated $14,395 for a parks division. The 1927 Southwest District Conference of the National Recreation Association was sponsored by the Austin Lions Club. This initiated a recreation survey for the City of Austin which proposed the creation of a City recreation agency. The City Council passed an ordinance in May 1928 creating the Austin Recreation Division, and W.T. Caswell chaired the advisory board appointed just six days later.

Turner-Roberts Recreation Center, 7201 Colony Loop Dr., is CLOSED on Saturday, September 5, until further notice for eme...
09/05/2026

Turner-Roberts Recreation Center, 7201 Colony Loop Dr., is CLOSED on Saturday, September 5, until further notice for emergency water maintenance due to nearby construction. The center will reopen once water service has been restored to the building. Get the latest facilities, pools and park closure information at: AustinTexas.gov/ParkClosures.

Turner-Roberts Recreation Center, 7201 Colony Loop Dr., is CLOSED on Saturday, September 5 for emergency water maintenan...
09/05/2026

Turner-Roberts Recreation Center, 7201 Colony Loop Dr., is CLOSED on Saturday, September 5 for emergency water maintenance due to nearby construction. The center will reopen once water service has been restored to the building.

Skate Crew is back in session! Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join the crew at Metz Park to learn a thing or two about ro...
09/04/2026

Skate Crew is back in session! Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join the crew at Metz Park to learn a thing or two about roller skating. This is a beginner friendly program. Feel free to bring your own skates or a pair will be provided for you.

Tuesdays, Beginning September 8
Time: 6:15pm-7:15pm Cost $10/Month

Rodolfo "Rudy" Mendez Recreation Center
2407 Canterbury St, Austin, TX 78702

For more information, please call 512-978-2399 or email [email protected]

Enjoy FREE Zumba starting Saturday, September 12 at South Austin Recreation Center from 10-11am. All you have to do is ...
09/03/2026

Enjoy FREE Zumba starting Saturday, September 12 at South Austin Recreation Center from 10-11am. All you have to do is show up and get moving!

South Austin Recreation Center
1100 Cumberland Rd.
PH (512) 978-2440

Celebrate Dieciseis De Septiembre with Montopolis Recreation & Community Center on Wednesday, September 16 from 6-8 PM f...
09/03/2026

Celebrate Dieciseis De Septiembre with Montopolis Recreation & Community Center on Wednesday, September 16 from 6-8 PM for a fun-filled evening for all ages! There will be entertainment, crafts, food, and vendors for the whole family!

Montopolis Recreation and Community Center
1200 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
PH (512) 978-2300

In this canvas painting class, you will follow a step by step guide using acrylic paints to create an art piece. Beginne...
09/02/2026

In this canvas painting class, you will follow a step by step guide using acrylic paints to create an art piece. Beginners welcome.

Wednesday, September 9
Time: 1pm-3pm. Cost: $5
Register in person, by phone or online:
tinyurl.com/bdwbppvj

Mendez Recreation Center
2407 Canterbury Street
Austin, TX, 78702
(512)978-2399

09/02/2026

🏙️ Help Shape the Future of Austin's Urban Core!

is hosting two open houses in September to gather community input on the Central City District Plan — a roadmap for the University of Texas area, Downtown, and South Central Waterfront.

This is your chance to share what's working, what isn't, and what you want to see for the heart of our city.

📍 In-Person Open House Wednesday, Sept. 15 from 4:30–7:30 p.m. Austin Saengerrunde – 1607 San Jacinto Blvd.

📱 Virtual Open House Thursday, Sept. 17 from 6–7:30 p.m. 👉 speakupaustin.org/centralcity

All Austinites are welcome. Your voice matters — come help plan the future of our city's heart! 💚

09/02/2026

ATX Yoga Girl and Pease Park Conservancy will bring two Toddler Yoga classes to Pease Park this month - on the mornings of the 9th and the 23rd! And, these classes will move back to the Great Lawn. Bring your toddler and your yoga mat for good movement and good company!

Be sure to let us know you'll be there at peasepark.org/upcoming-events

09/02/2026

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

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