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Parks and Recreation, City of Harrisburg

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The Parks & Recreation Department of Harrisburg provides quality recreation and enrichment programs to the children, residents and tourists of Harrisburg.

08/11/2026

🧘‍♀️ Start your weekend with a little peace and movement! 🌿

Join us for an hour-long morning yoga session at Italian Lake, taught by CommUnity Yoga Space. Enjoy a relaxing outdoor practice surrounded by nature!

📅 Saturdays in August
⏰ 10–11 AM
📍 Italian Lake

Registration is required at harrisburg.recdesk.com.

🧘 Bring your own mat if you have one! Mats are limited, but class space is not. We’ll see you at the lake! 🌞

08/10/2026

☀️ What a summer it’s been! 🎉

Our Summer Enrichment Program has officially come to an end, and we’re so grateful for all the fun, memories, and smiles we shared this summer!

A huge THANK YOU to our presenting sponsor, Capital Blue Cross, for helping make an incredible summer possible! 💙

From trips to Knoebels Amusement Park and Jackson Lick Pool to Field Day activities, crafts, games, and everyday fun at our neighborhood parks, our attendees made the most of every summer day! 🚌🎨🏊‍♀️

Thank you to everyone who joined us this summer! The fun doesn’t stop here — we have more programs and activities coming up with something for everyone! 🎉

Check out what’s next and register today at harrisburg.recdesk.com! 💚

08/07/2026

Due to weather we are canceling movie night at city island tonight!

07/31/2026

🎬🍿 Family Movie Night is tonight!

Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and join Harrisburg Parks & Recreation for a FREE showing of The Sandlot at 7th & Radnor Sports Field sponsored by Explore Harrisburg

📅 Friday, July 31
📍 7th & Radnor Sports Field
🕶️ Movie begins at sunset
🍋 Free lemonade while supplies last!

Bring the whole family for a fun evening under the stars filled with baseball, laughter, and a classic movie everyone will enjoy. We can't wait to see you there! ⚾✨

07/30/2026

🧘‍♀️ Yoga starts this week! 🌿

Take a deep breath and join Community Yoga Space for a relaxing morning yoga session at beautiful Italian Lake.

📅 Saturdays in August
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Italian Lake
🧘 Bring your own yoga mat (a limited number of mats will be available).
📝 Registration is required at Harrisburg.recdesk.com.

Class size is not limited, so there's plenty of room to join us! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, this is the perfect way to start your weekend with movement, mindfulness, and fresh air. We hope to see you on the mat! 💙

07/27/2026

🏊 It's never too late to learn!

Harrisburg Parks & Recreation is now offering Adult Learn-to-Swim Lessons throughout the month of August at Jackson Lick Pool. Lessons are held every Tuesday at 6:00 PM.

Whether you're learning the basics or building confidence in the water, these lessons are a great way to dive into a new skill in a supportive environment.

🌊 Limited spaces are available, so don't wait! Register today at Harrisburg.recdesk.com and make a splash this August.

07/24/2026

🏃☀️ Field Day is always a highlight of summer!

Participants in our Summer Enrichment Program, presented by , had a fantastic time today at 7th & Radnor Field, enjoying an afternoon of fun field games, friendly competition, and plenty of laughter. From the slip-and-slide to flag football, it was a great day to stay active, build friendships, and make lasting summer memories! 💙

07/23/2026

Yesterday's field trip to Guppy Gulch was splashtastic! 💦☀️

Our attendees in the Summer Enrichment Program, presented by Capital Blue Cross had an unforgettable day filled with swimming, splashing, laughter, and summer fun! 😎

There's still time to join the excitement! The program is FREE for Harrisburg City residents ages 6–14 and includes fun activities, field trips, crafts, games, and more.

📅 Now through August 7
📝 Register today at Harrisburg.recdesk.com

07/21/2026

💃 We feel better when we're dancing! 🕺

Get moving this summer with Street to Stage, our youth hip-hop dance program presented by Harrisburg Parks & Recreation and in8dancehub

There's still time to join the fun and build confidence, learn new moves, and make new friends.

📅 July 7 – August 11 on Tuesdays
📍 Reservoir Park Bandshell
👟 Ages 6–10: 5:30–6:30 PM
👟 Ages 11–14: 6:30–7:30 PM

Spots are still available! Register today at harrisburg.recdesk.com and dance your way through the rest of summer! 🎶

07/17/2026

🌳💚 Happy Parks and Recreation Professionals Day! 💚🌳

Today, we celebrate and thank the incredible people who make Harrisburg Parks & Recreation possible. From our management team and maintenance crew to our dedicated summer staff, every member of our team plays an important role in creating safe, welcoming parks and memorable programs for our community.

We're also incredibly grateful to our community partners whose support helps bring events, activities, and opportunities to residents throughout the year. A special thank you to our 2026 Sponsor of the Year, Explore Harrisburg for your continued dedication to strengthening our community and helping us create experiences that bring people together.

Thank you to everyone who works behind the scenes and on the front lines to make Harrisburg's parks, programs, and events thrive. Today, we celebrate you! 💚🌿

Address

100 Concert Drive
Harrisburg, PA
17103

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+17172323017

Website

https://harrisburgpa.gov/services/parks_recreation/index.php

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