Syracuse Parks & Recreation

05/29/2026

05/27/2026

Join NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, SUNY ESF's Center for Native Peoples and the Environment, City of Syracuse - Office of the Mayor Parks, Engineering and Neighborhood & Business Development departments, and partners for the Onondaga Creek Watershed Community Listening Session to share your priorities and visions for Onondaga Creek.

When: Wednesday, June 3, 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Where: Bob Cecile Community Center, 174 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13205

What: The event will begin with an informal and interactive open house with subject matter experts. At 5:30 p.m. there will be brief remarks and an overview of previous work in the watershed, followed by breakout discussions. Community leaders will facilitate discussions about flood resilience, recreation and creek access, housing and neighborhood amenities, water quality and habitat, and shared governance within the watershed.

The event is free and open to the public and will focus on capturing new ideas and expanding upon existing momentum to build a more resilient creek watershed community.

Registration for the event is encouraged but not required. Register at the link below:
https://forms.office.com/g/Gjz6ENmwwJ

05/26/2026

Summer is just around the corner, and our Aquatics team is busy prepping for another outdoor pool season. We're excited to share that our most recent class issued 21 lifeguard recertifications and 23 CPR certifications! Thank you to all who have shown up and renewed their commitment to our pools.

Stay tuned — our 2026 schedule is coming soon!

05/21/2026

Are you a golfer looking for casual competition without the pressure of standard league play? Consider joining our new Adult Golf League at Sunnycrest Golf Course!

For more information and to register, click here:

https://bit.ly/4dbAimV

05/19/2026

🚧 Pass Arboretum is getting easier for everyone to explore. Our accessibility paving project is officially underway! These upgrades are a part of our Pass Arboretum Improvement Plan Phase I to improve ecological health, visitor experience and educational opportunities with the goal of achieving Level 1 Arboretum Accreditation.

05/13/2026

May is National Bike Month. Come celebrate this Sunday morning at the first Cycle in the City of the year!

Our Cycle in the City program offers a free monthly guided bicycle ride through our city streets, parks and trails. These slow-paced, casual rides are approximately 10-12 miles long, and drop-in riders are welcome to join.

If you're a new or casual rider, Cycle in the City is a great way to acclimate yourself to a variety of bike lanes, trails and city streets.

All rides begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Onondaga Creekwalk's Armory Square trailhead. Route maps will be provided.

Children under 18 must be accompanied with an adult throughout the duration of the ride. Helmets are required for all riders.

Read more about Cycle in the City at www.syr.gov/play

05/12/2026

The City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs welcomes William Sullivan as he takes on the role of Trails Coordinator. Billy will be responsible for facilitating the maintenance and revitalization of trailways within the City of Syracuse, including the Onondaga Creekwalk.

Read more about Billy's role here:
https://bit.ly/48V7rBU

05/11/2026

Honoring innovation that changed sports history, right here in Syracuse!

Mayor Sharon F. Owens joined Parks Commissioner Syeisha Byrd, Councilor Donna Moore, and Councilor Marty Nave to celebrate the relocation of the iconic 24‑Second Shot Clock Monument to its new home with our community partner, the Museum of Science & Technology - MOST.

We were honored to welcome members of the Biasone, Barboni, and Ferris families as we recognized the groundbreaking contributions of Danny Biasone, Emil Barboni, and Leo Ferris — innovators whose vision helped transform the game of basketball.