DC Department of Parks and Recreation

DC Department of Parks and Recreation DPR offers a variety of recreational programs, services, and facilities for residents of the District of Columbia. DPR maintains and operates parks, pools, spray parks, dog parks, athletic fields, and community centers across the District.
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DPR's Mission:
The mission of Department of Parks and Recreation is to enhance the quality of life and wellness of DC residents and visitors by providing equal access to affordable and quality recreational services, by organizing programs, activities and events. Twitter - @dcdpr

Operating as usual

THIS THURSDAY- JOB ALERT!- DPR is hiring for Summer 21! Join our virtual info session to learn about 500+ summer opportu...
04/13/2021

THIS THURSDAY- JOB ALERT!- DPR is hiring for Summer 21! Join our virtual info session to learn about 500+ summer opportunities for those interested in full time seasonal work. Get questions answered by hiring managers. Be apart of the DPR team for the return to recreation.#WhereFunHappens #DPRSummerJobs #DCjobs
Link: http://DPRsummerhiring2021.splashthat.com

Special shoutout to actress Kellie S Williams (Laura Winslow) from 90s sitcom #FamilyMatters for joining our Deanwood Ra...
03/31/2021

Special shoutout to actress Kellie S Williams (Laura Winslow) from 90s sitcom #FamilyMatters for joining our Deanwood Radio Broadcast Program today to inspire our teens with her story of going from DC to Hollywood. Our youth are encouraged and motivated! Thank you #DCValues #DPRprograms

🗣 The Great #WARD8, we are excited to announce the next phase of our #Ready2PlayDC plan... meetings that will focus on p...
02/12/2021

🗣 The Great #WARD8, we are excited to announce the next phase of our #Ready2PlayDC plan... meetings that will focus on parks and recreation within each ward. Ward 8 Residents, #DPRisListening. Join us Thursday, February 18, 6:30-8pm.

WARD Meeting Info and Sign Up- https://ready2playdc.com/ward-meetings
It will also be available on Facebook Live.

Address

1275 First St NE
Washington D.C., DC
20002

U Street / African-American Civil War Memorial / Cardozo Metro Station

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:30
Thursday 08:30 - 17:30
Friday 08:30 - 17:30

Telephone

(202) 673-7647

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Ward 8 Ready2Play Meeting
Ward 8 Ready2Play Meeting

Ready2Play Ward 6 Meeting
Ready2Play Ward 6 Meeting

Ready2 Play Ward 7 Meeting
Ready2 Play Ward 7 Meeting

Ready2Play Ward 5 Meeting
Ready2Play Ward 5 Meeting

Ready2Play Ward 4 Meeting
Ready2Play Ward 4 Meeting

Ready2Play Ward 3 Meeting
Ready2Play Ward 3 Meeting

Ready2Play Ward 3 Meeting
Ready2Play Ward 3 Meeting

Parques para Todos. La Participación Hispana en Ready2Play
Parques para Todos. La Participación Hispana en Ready2Play

SCORP Q & A
SCORP Q & A

Shaw Skate Park
Shaw Skate Park

Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting 07172020
Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting 07172020

Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting 07162020
Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting 07162020

Ready2Play Meeting 071520
Ready2Play Meeting 071520

Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting - Spanish
Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting - Spanish

Ready2Play DC meeting Rehearsal
Ready2Play DC meeting Rehearsal

Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting 07132020
Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting 07132020

Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting #2
Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting #2

Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting #1
Ready2Play Kickoff Meeting #1

DPR and Giant invite you to be a part of the Cookery 202 Junior Chef competition. Click the link below to participate in the 28th annual, Giant BBQ Battle in DC. You can submit your favorite BBQ recipe for a chance to great prizes like Giant Food gift certificates and DPR swag. Free to participate. Submission deadline is Tuesday, June 30 so enter today! LINK IN BIO ❗️#WhereFunHappens

#BlackinWax #SETLCBNW and two our favorites @serenawilliams @venuswilliams being portrayed masterfully by these beautiful, young @rwlcdc tennis scholars. Amazing! #venuswilliams #serenawilliams #williamssisters

#TBT The 1st #HerStory5k is officially in the books 📚. Thanks to all who came out & participated whether you walked, ran, jogged or even cam out just to support. Here’s a highlight recap video for you to enjoy. Double tap if your excited for our next 5k! Stay tuned and visit DPR.Events or MyFitDC.com for more upcoming fun. #WhereFunHappens #FITDC #WomensHistory

Wait! Breaking News: #FITDC has taken over the W Washington D.C. Hotel! Go to @myfitdc to follow what in the fitness is going on! A fitness first! #WhereFunHappens #freeindc #freefitness #dcfitness

‪Make sure you check out our video of #30DaysofDPR in #Ward6 with Act. Director @delanohunter. See what makes DPR in #Ward6 GREAT! #WhereFunHappens Mayor Bowser @trayonwhite D c insta

@Mayor_Bowser’s 5th annual #FreshStart5k is in the books 📚. Thanks to all who came out & participated whether you walked or ran. Today was our victory lap and our opportunity to come together to start the year off fresh! Happy #NewYear everyone! #WhereFunHappens #FitDC

‪Cheer time! #DPRRecDay #cheerleading #dc ‬

Time to Zipline! We are here until 4PM. Why not?! #wherefunhappens #dprrecday

‪@myfitdc #FITDC Zone @ #DPRRecDay is about to be lit 🔥 wait too late! Come join us. They are just getting started. Right by entrance. You’ll hear the music. #GetSomeDC‬

#TBT to when District residents showed their determination and #FitDC spirit alongside @gymjonez at @themuseumdc. Whether it’s calisthenics during your down time or working out at a #FitDC event. Find a way to become apart of the #FitDC initiative and help the District in regaining our title of the “Fittest City in America”. What are you waiting for? Visit MyFitDC.com for upcoming #FitDC events. #WhereFunHappens

2018 Chuck Brown Day

We’re only ☝🏽day away from DPR’s 4th annual #ChuckBrownDay! Join us this Saturday in celebrating the life and legacy of the Godfather of Go-Go #ChuckBrown 🎷. Enjoy refreshments, giveaways and live performances from some of #DC’s finest artist. Don’t miss out on the fun and visit DPR.Events to RSVP! #WhereFunHappens

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Do you walk, bike, drive or scooter in northwest DC? Share your ideas with DDOT on Tues. March 9 at our virtual workshop on transportation safety and quick-build improvements around neighborhood facilities—schools, churches, parks, recreation centers, businesses, and more. Visit https://bit.ly/3qroqDDOT for meeting info. ¿ Caminas, andas en bicicleta, o conduces un automovil o scooter en el noroeste de DC? Comparta sus ideas con DDOT el martes, El 9 de marzo en nuestro taller virtual sobre seguridad en el transporte y mejoras de construcción rápida que le gustaría ver en las instalaciones del vecindario: escuelas, iglesias, parques, centros de recreación, negocios y más. Visite https://ddotnw.eventbrite.com para obtener información sobre la reunión. #SustainableDC #bikeDC #RideSafeDC #NearNWIII @DDOTDC
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#DYK nearly 12% of the District’s population resides in the area #NearNWIII? As we keep growing, we need to keep hearing from you about transportation safety, accessibility, and sustainability. Attend DDOT’s virtual Public Workshop 2 on Mar. 9 at 5:30 pm to share your ideas on quick-build improvements that contribute to our communities. Register at: https://bit.ly/3qroqDDOT #bikeDC #RideSafeDC #SustainableDC @DDOTDC
DC’s Official US Masters Swimming Program back together in the burbs. Covid Safe, Sunday Practice. www.swimdcac.org 🏊‍♂️🇺🇸💪
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