Portland Maine Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department

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The mission of Portland Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department is to enhance the quality of life through people, parks, and programming while creating lasting memories for the people of Portland and its visitors. The City of Portland’s Parks, Recreation and Facilities department consists of four major divisions: Parks, Recreation, Public Assembly Facilities and Facilities Management. The Par

ks Division manages over 60 parks and playgrounds, 7.5 miles of multi-use trails, 10 community gardens, 2 stadiums, 16 cemeteries and dozens of athletic fields and courts, all spread across 721 acres of land. The Recreation Division offers a vast array of recreation programs and clinics for preschool, youth, family, teens, adults, and senior adults at its five community centers. The Public Assembly Facilities Division is responsible for the scheduling and management of Merrill Auditorium, the Portland Exposition Building, Hadlock Field, Ocean Gateway and Maine State Pier, in addition to overseeing the permitting of events in the City’s parks, open spaces and streets.

Beat the heat with a splash! Kids love our city splash pads; they’re the ultimate spot for summer fun.Our City Splash Pa...
08/12/2026

Beat the heat with a splash! Kids love our city splash pads; they’re the ultimate spot for summer fun.
Our City Splash Pads are up and running from around Memorial Day through Labor Day (weather permitting). Check out locations, hours, and details here: portlandmaine.gov/splash-pad

This photo was taken at the Dougherty Field Splash Pad in the Libbytown Neighborhood, adjacent to Rising Eddy Community Pool.

POP UP Hiring Event for the Recreation DivisionLooking for your next career move or a great, flexible job? City of Portl...
08/06/2026

POP UP Hiring Event for the Recreation Division
Looking for your next career move or a great, flexible job? City of Portland Recreation and Human Resources are joining forces for a Hiring Pop-Up Event!

Where: 212 Canco Rd., Portland, Maine 04103

When: Wednesday, August 12, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

What to Expect: On-the-spot interviews and hands-on staff assistance to help you apply online right away.

We have an immediate need for:

• CHILDCARE SITE STAFF- BEFORE & AFTER THE BELL

• RECREATION COMMUNITY CENTER ATTENDANT

• SOCCER AND BASKETBALL REFEREES

We are also hiring for:

• 62+ PROGRAM ACTIVITY DRIVER

• AQUATICS POSITIONS

Come meet our recreation leadership team, interview on site, and land your next role with the City of Portland.

Job application link https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/ApplicantLogin.aspx

From the Sidelines: Give the Grass a Break!Mid-Summer Rest Period for Select Grass Fields.If you have passed by Quinn Fi...
08/05/2026

From the Sidelines: Give the Grass a Break!
Mid-Summer Rest Period for Select Grass Fields.

If you have passed by Quinn Field, Fox Field, or the Deering High School Athletic Complex lately, you have seen our crew working hard to keep these fields game-ready. They are some of the most heavily used spaces in Portland, hosting thousands of community members, leagues, and youth sports every season!

To keep the turf healthy and ready for a busy autumn, we are giving a few of our highest-traffic grass fields a brief summer breather.

Rest Period: July 26 – August 15

Impacted Locations:

Quinn Field (Deering Oaks)

Fox Field (Kennedy Park)

Deering High School Athletic Complex (Field 1 Outfields & Field 2)

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we give our field crew time to restore these spaces for fall sports!

You can learn more about the Mid- Summer Rest Period for Select Grass Fields on our Outdoor Athletic Facilities web page: portlandmaine.gov/outdoor-athletic-facilities

08/04/2026

Looking for your next career move or a great, flexible job? City of Portland Recreation and Human Resources are joining forces for a Hiring Pop-Up Event!

Where: 212 Canco Rd., Portland, Maine 04103

When: Wednesday, August 12, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

What to Expect: On-the-spot interviews and hands-on staff assistance to help you apply online right away.

We have an immediate need for:
• CHILDCARE SITE STAFF- BEFORE & AFTER THE BELL

• RECREATION COMMUNITY CENTER ATTENDANT

• SOCCER AND BASKETBALL REFEREES

We are also hiring for:

• 62+ PROGRAM ACTIVITY DRIVER

• AQUATICS POSITIONS

Come meet our recreation leadership team, interview on site, and land your next role with the City of Portland.

You can find all of the open Recreation positions under the Parks & Recreation job family on the Employment Opportunities website: https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/

Did you know? To ensure a safe environment for all swimmers, paddlers, and beachgoers, our City Park Rangers conduct rou...
08/03/2026

Did you know? To ensure a safe environment for all swimmers, paddlers, and beachgoers, our City Park Rangers conduct routine water quality testing at East End Beach every Monday and Wednesday morning from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

This local effort is powered by the Maine Healthy Beaches Program (MHB), a statewide partnership between the Maine Department of Environmental Protection and local municipalities, funded by the U.S. EPA under the BEACH Act of 2000. MHB monitors over 60 coastal beaches spanning 200 miles from Kittery to Acadia National Park to protect public health and keep our waters clean.

Find the latest East End Beach status, active advisories, or closures on the MHB website before you head out to swim, or look for our Maine Healthy Beach sign on site!

Visit PortlandMaine.Gov/WaterTesting for the link and to learn more.

07/30/2026

Trees for a resilient future in Portland's "Forest City"

07/30/2026

Exciting progress at Deering Oaks Park!

Our contractors have been hard at work replacing approximately 1,500 feet of sidewalk along Tennis Court Road (between Deering Ave and State St) with smooth reinforced concrete and durable granite curbing.

The sidewalk is being upgraded to be ADA-compliant, making the park safer and more accessible for everyone. The project is made possible through a combination of federal Community Development Block Grant and Capital Improvement funds.

What to expect right now:

Paving Underway: Please watch for temporary road detours while final paving is in progress.

Opening Soon: The new sidewalk will be ready to fully enjoy in just a few weeks!

Park Access: The playground, sports courts, and Farmers' Market remain open as usual.

Thank you for your patience as we polish up Tennis Court Road and the sidewalk. We can't wait for you to try out the new sidewalk!

R.J. Grondin Friends of Deering Oaks Portland Maine Farmers' Market

07/28/2026

Portland Recreation Camp Venture is going strong with three more weeks left in the summer. Here is an inside scoop on some of the fun that takes place at camp in between all of the field trips!

Starting in early August, the City of Portland's Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department will begin major site upgrade...
07/27/2026

Starting in early August, the City of Portland's Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department will begin major site upgrades at Riverton Trolley Park to improve accessibility and infrastructure.

What Visitors Need to Know:

Parking Closure: The main gravel parking lot will be fully closed to vehicles during construction.

Where to Park: Please use the Hannaford parking lot across Riverside Street.

Park Access: Pedestrian access to the bike park, baseball field, and walking trails will remain open during most of the construction, though brief closures may occur while new sidewalks are paved.

Planned Upgrades Include:

A newly paved parking lot with proper stormwater drainage

ADA-compliant access routes to the park, trails, and public restrooms

New wayfinding and park signage

A designated food truck space

Added amenities, including bike racks and a drinking fountain

Contractor R.J. Grondin & Sons will complete the project, with an estimated completion date in October 2026.

We appreciate the community's patience and cooperation as we work to make Riverton Trolley Park a better, safer, and more accessible space.

Address

212 Canco Road Suite A
Portland, ME
04103

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12078085400

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