Mentor Parks & Recreation

02/22/2025

Join us on Saturday for The City of Mentor Job Fair starting at 10AM at City Hall. See below for full details!

The City of Mentor will be hosting a job fair on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the main lobby of the Mentor Municipal Center located at 8500 Civic Center Boulevard. Representatives from a

02/14/2025

SPONSOR A MENTOR EVENT

Plans are underway for a great season of Mentor Rocks and other community events. Over 150,000 people attended a Mentor event in 2024 and this year is shaping up to be better than ever. These events are presented free of charge and would not be possible without the generous support of our corporate sponsors. Please take the opportunity to learn how you can be part of it.

Each year, the City of Mentor hosts dozens of events which attract over 150,000 guests. Our goal is simple: We want to provide an opportunity for friends and neighbors to enjoy shared experiences and bond as a community. Whether

02/05/2025

*REMINDER* Summer Camp registrations begin Thursday, February 6th at 8:00AM for City of Mentor Residents. See the website below for full details.

The City of Mentor Recreation Department offers more than 100 different camp experiences each summer for kids ages 4 and older. Registration for 2025 camps begins February 6 at 8:00 AM for residents and February 10 at 8:00 AM for nonresidents. We

02/03/2025

Summer Camp registrations begin this Thursday at 8:00AM for City of Mentor residents. Please see the website below for full details on how to register. To create or check your account, please call our office at 440-974-5720.

The City of Mentor Recreation Department offers more than 100 different camp experiences each summer for kids ages 4 and older. Registration for 2025 camps begins February 6 at 8:00 AM for residents and February 10 at 8:00 AM for nonresidents. We

01/18/2025

See below for schedule of activities today. Some activities depend on weather cooperation.

01/18/2025

Join us tomorrow for our Mentor Chill Out from 11AM-6PM. Click here for a link to full description and activities.

https://cityofmentor.com/departments/parks-recreation/events/mentor-chill-out/

01/14/2025

Come on out this Saturday, January 18th for the MENTOR CHILL OUT at Civic Center Park from 11am to 6pm. It all wraps up with a Fabulous Fireworks Show too!

12/31/2024

Do you make a great chili? Sign up for the Chili Cookoff and have the opportunity to be voted best Chili in Mentor!

🌶️ Think You’ve Got the Best Chili in Mentor? Prove It! 🌶️
Join us for the Chili Cook-Off at Mentor’s Chill-Out Winter Festival!

📅 Saturday, January 18
⏰ Cook-Off Time: 1 PM - 2 PM
📍 8500 Munson Rd., Mentor, OH 44060 (Amphitheater Grounds)

🔥 Why Participate?

Show Off Your Skills: Whether you’re a home chef, a restaurant, or a business, this is your chance to share your signature chili with the community!
Compete for Glory: Get voted Best Chili in Mentor and claim the ultimate bragging rights.
Fun & Festivity: It’s the perfect way to bring the heat on a chilly winter day and be part of an exciting community tradition!
🎪 Cook-Off Details:

The event is entirely outdoors, but Cook-Off participants will be under a cozy canopy.
Electricity provided for cooking equipment—just bring your chili magic!
Open to individuals, restaurants, and businesses alike.
📩 Sign Up Today!
Spots are filling up fast—don’t miss your chance to be crowned a Chili Champion! For more information or to register, contact Dave Duricky at 440.974.5727 or [email protected].

🍲 Ready to serve up something unforgettable? We’re ready to taste it!

12/03/2024

Get in on the holiday spirit at the city’s annual Community Tree Lighting Ceremony which will be held TONIGHT (Tuesday, December 3, 2024) from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Mentor Municipal Center.
Santa will arrive in his horse drawn carriage and will be available for photos while local choirs sing everyone's holiday favorites. Light refreshments will be available. All are invited to this free event.
The Mentor Municipal Center is located at 8500 Civic Center Boulevard.

Get in on the holiday spirit at the city’s annual Community Tree Lighting Ceremony which will be held TONIGHT (Tuesday, December 3, 2024) from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Mentor Municipal Center.

Santa will arrive in his horse drawn carriage and will be available for photos while local choirs sing everyone's holiday favorites. Light refreshments will be available. All are invited to this free event.

The Mentor Municipal Center is located at 8500 Civic Center Boulevard.

12/02/2024

Registration for Winter/Spring programs for City of Mentor Residents has begun today. See below for our online version of the brochure.

https://cityofmentor.com/departments/parks-recreation/registration/?fbclid=IwY2xjawG6qSFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHWrT-tV7WwPjV286_VKheftk1QIkBisDBcmdT0OtFk6kO63G8jVqvNh79A_aem_lL5kB4h3JlSMgnfLLrKGkQ

The Mentor Parks, Recreation & Public Facilities Department is comprised of 12 different divisions and offers more than 1,200 ways to play. From art work shops, fitness classes, senior trips, and day camps to golf instruction, kayaking tours, nature walks and hockey leagues, the department offers

11/26/2024

Help us kick off the holidays, one week from today! Right here at the Mentor Municipal Center, 8500 Civic Center Blvd.
There may even be snow for Santa! 🎅

11/25/2024

The City of Mentor Recreation Winter/Spring Program Guide is available. Registration begins on December 2nd at 8AM for City of Mentor Residents. Click on the link below to access the online version of newsletter!

The Mentor Parks, Recreation & Public Facilities Department is comprised of 12 different divisions and offers more than 1,200 ways to play. From art work shops, fitness classes, senior trips, and day camps to golf instruction, kayaking tours, nature walks and hockey leagues, the department offers

11/13/2024

CALL FOR SPONSORS
Each year, the City of Mentor hosts dozens of events which attract over 150,000 guests. Our goal is simple: We want to provide an opportunity for friends and neighbors to enjoy shared experiences and bond as a community.

Whether it’s the boisterous energy of a Mentor Rocks concert or the relaxed air of an art reception at the Wildwood Cultural Center, our experienced Parks & Recreation team is committed to making every event memorable.

Most events are hosted free of charge and would not be possible without the support of our corporate sponsors. We invite you to download the 2025 Mentor Event Sponsorship Packet now and find out how you can be a part of it.

Each year, the City of Mentor hosts dozens of events which attract over 150,000 guests. Our goal is simple: We want to provide an opportunity for friends and neighbors to enjoy shared experiences and bond as a community. Whether

11/11/2024

Todays Veterans Day Ceremony will begin at 11:11AM at the Mentor Municipal Cemetery. Please join us to honor all who have served and those that are currently serving. 🇺🇸

11/05/2024

Join us on Veterans Day (Monday, November 11th) at 11:11AM for The City of Mentor annual Veterans Day Ceremony. The ceremony will take place at the Mentor Municipal Cemetery.

* If inclement weather is forecasted, the ceremony will be moved indoors to the senior center*