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

Kzoo Parks

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This is THE official page of the City of Kalamazoo Department of Parks and Recreation!

The Parks & Recreation Department oversees thirty-six parks and tot-lot playgrounds, including Bronson Park and the Fairmont Dog Park; manages the protection of physical and natural assets in the City; and provides recreation and leisure programs for youth, adults, senior citizens, and citizens with disabilities. All programs are open to anyone who wishes to participate, regardless of the challenges they face.

10/24/2026

👻 Today’s the day! 👻

Join us this afternoon for some spooky fun at Halloween Forest! Sponsored by LMCU

🎃 Fall themed games & photos opps
🏆 Costume contest with prizes
✨ John Dudley’s Spooky Fun Magic show starting at 3 p.m.
🍬 Trick-or-Treat Stations with candy
🍩Food & drinks for purchase from Ibison Concessions, Olly’s Donuts, and Coffee Rescue

📍Milham Park 📆 Saturday, October 24 ⏰2-4 p.m.

Full details at www.kzooparks.org/HalloweenForest

10/23/2026

It’s beautiful pickling weather! 🏓😎 Tennis and pickleball nets will be up for another week (through the end of October). Head on out and enjoy some time on the court!

Pickleball Court Locations:
• Spring Valley Park, 2600 Mt Olivet Rd
• Frays Park, 4400 Canterbury Ave
• Crane Park, 2001 S Westnedge Ave
• Henderson Tot Lot, 1601 Henderson Ct

10/20/2026

👻🎃 Get ready to BOO-gie! Join us for a free Halloween-themed Zumba class this evening. Come ready to dance, laugh, and have some fun. Costumes are encouraged!

10/16/2026

We had a great turnout, and a great time on October 6th doing Zumba with Coach Erica! Please join us again on October 20th for another free session.

10/14/2026

The next session of After School Orchestra starts on Thursday, October 22 and includes grades 4 - 7! 🎶🎻 Join Ms. Alyssa to learn, play, and grow your orchestra skills.

Kalamazoo Friends of Recreation also offers program assistance to cover up to 100% of program cost for Kalamazoo city residents.

Learn more & sign up at www.kzooparks.org/AfterSchoolOrchestra

10/12/2026

The bike pump track at Verburg Park is nearly complete! We are waiting for concrete work to be finished before the track is ready for use.

For your safety please wait to use the track until this final work is complete. Thank you for your patience and cooperation, we’re excited to welcome you all to use this new amenity soon!

10/05/2026

Calling all gamers in grades 3 - 5! 🎮 ✨Our Elementary Esports League is back on October 15! Pick between Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros and compete every Thursday. The season ends with a tournament on November 14.

Sign up at www.kzooparks.org/ElementaryEsports

10/02/2026

There is still time to join us for FREE Zumba next Tuesday, and October 20th. Come out and dance, sweat, and have fun doing Zumba instructed by Coach Erica. Please bring a water bottle and a towel, and prepare to have fun!

Address

251 Mills Street
Kalamazoo, MI
49048

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+12693378191

Website

http://www.kzooparks.org/

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