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 Twitter -

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.

12/24/2024

Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) recreation centers, community centers, and indoor aquatic centers will close at 2 pm on Tuesday, December 24, and remain closed on Wednesday, December ...

🎉✨ A Ribbon-Cutting Full of JOY! ✨🎉What a festive celebration today at the grand opening of the Joy Evans Therapeutic Re...
12/23/2024

🎉✨ A Ribbon-Cutting Full of JOY! ✨🎉
What a festive celebration today at the grand opening of the Joy Evans Therapeutic Recreation Center! 🎀✂️ This $40 million, state-of-the-art facility is designed to serve residents of all ages and abilities, offering everything from a therapeutic pool and sensory room to a seniors’ lounge and tech lounge. 🌟
The event wasn’t just about the amazing new spaces—it was filled with heartwarming holiday cheer thanks to DPR’s Sounds of Joy Choir! 🎶❤️ Their harmonious voices brought the perfect festive vibe as , , and community joined us to cut the ribbon on this transformative space.
From shade canopies to sensory gardens, from a splash pad to inclusive play areas, this center has something for everyone—and it’s a shining symbol of connection, wellness, and equity. 🏢💙
Come see what JOY looks like! 🎄✨
📍 3030 G St SE
📅 Open to the public starting 12/24

🎄🎁 The Grinch *didn’t* steal Christmas… he *gave* it away at the Kenilworth Recreation Center today! 🎉 The Grinch himsel...
12/22/2024

🎄🎁 The Grinch *didn’t* steal Christmas… he *gave* it away at the Kenilworth Recreation Center today! 🎉 The Grinch himself showed up and wasn’t the same, HE GAVE GIFTS TO EVER WHO WHO CAME. 🎅

From cookie making to festive crafts, the fun never stopped! 🎨🍪 Even our very own DPR Director took a seat on the Grinch’s lap for a moment they’ll never forget! 😆

It was a day full of Whoville magic, big smiles, and even bigger hearts! 💚 Thank you to everyone who joined us for the best Grinchmas yet!

🎄🎉 The Holiday Hype event is in full swing in front ofMLK Library! Come join us for a festive celebration of music, fun ...
12/21/2024

🎄🎉 The Holiday Hype event is in full swing in front ofMLK Library! Come join us for a festive celebration of music, fun activities, and holiday cheer until 6pm today! 🎁✨ Don’t miss out on all the excitement – brought to you by !

12/21/2024

Looking for engaging activities this winter break? Don’t miss these exciting events happening on Saturday, December 21, and Sunday, December 22, hosted by the DC Department of Parks and ...

12/20/2024

The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) would like to inform the community that, due to a water shut-off in the area, the Bald Eagle Recreation Center (100 Joliet Street, SW) will be ...

100 plus community members at the Rumsey aquatics community meeting.
12/20/2024

100 plus community members at the Rumsey aquatics community meeting.

✨ “Let Us Lift Each Other Up: A Tribute to Margaret Cooper and Lillian Gordon” ✨   This weekend, we unveiled , a stunnin...
12/17/2024

✨ “Let Us Lift Each Other Up: A Tribute to Margaret Cooper and Lillian Gordon” ✨
This weekend, we unveiled , a stunning sculpture honoring two incredible women who shaped this community with their resilience, dedication, and vision.
🏞️ More than just art, this sculpture stands as a symbol of unity, progress, and shared history—reminding us of the power of community.
A Special Moment in Cooper-Gordon Park
🙏 Thank you to the families of Ms. Cooper and Ms. Gordon, community leaders, and every partner who made this tribute possible. Let’s continue to honor their legacies and enrich spaces like Cooper-Gordon Park for future generations.
📸 Stop by, reflect, and be inspired.

Please join DPR and DGS tonight, Tues., Dec 17, for a meeting to discuss the start of construction on improvements to Ki...
12/17/2024

Please join DPR and DGS tonight, Tues., Dec 17, for a meeting to discuss the start of construction on improvements to Kingsman Field and Dog Park!

📆 Tuesday, December 17
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Rosedale Recreation Center, 1701 Gales Street NE

For details: https://kingsmanfielddogpark.splashthat.com/

Nothing can stop us!1st Gymnastics showcase doneDPR Xcel Elite Gymnastics in the making!3 Mock Meets and 2 more sessions...
12/17/2024

Nothing can stop us!

1st Gymnastics showcase done

DPR Xcel Elite Gymnastics in the making!

3 Mock Meets and 2 more sessions to go for team placement to be posted in July. Then we start our 2025 Competitive Season! 🙌📣

D…P…😱Elite Cheer - This is how we do it! Congrats to our DPR Elite Starz -First place and paid bid to
12/16/2024

D…P…😱
Elite Cheer - This is how we do it! Congrats to our DPR Elite Starz -First place and paid bid to

Another sweet edition of Cookies & Cocoa in the (coloring) books. Toys were given and fun was had.
12/14/2024

Another sweet edition of Cookies & Cocoa in the (coloring) books. Toys were given and fun was had.

🌟🎾 Breaking Ground on SETLC- SOUTH! 🎾🌟Yesterday,    Founder/CEO   President-Elect Brian Vahaly and  CEO Tara Fitzpatrick...
12/12/2024

🌟🎾 Breaking Ground on SETLC- SOUTH! 🎾🌟

Yesterday, Founder/CEO President-Elect Brian Vahaly and CEO Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro celebrated the expansion of the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center (SETLC) South!

🎾 This monumental project will transform SETLC into a premier destination for tennis and pickleball in DC, expanding its reach and impact on thousands of athletes. Here’s what this expansion means:
✨ 7 new tennis courts (19 total!)
✨ 4 additional pickleball courts (5 total!)
✨ State-of-the-art indoor facilities and community enhancements
✨ A space for young people to thrive—on and off the court!

🌟 Together, we’re making the District a beacon for international junior tennis tournaments, community connection, and excellence. Construction (led by ) is set to be completed by 2026!



🎄🍪 It’s the most wonderful time for… Cookies & Cocoa! ☕✨Join us for a Holiday Carnival so sweet, it’s like stepping into...
12/11/2024

🎄🍪 It’s the most wonderful time for… Cookies & Cocoa! ☕✨
Join us for a Holiday Carnival so sweet, it’s like stepping into a sitcom! 🎬 Expect all the classics:
✅ Music 🎶
✅ Games 🎯
✅ Fun 🎉
✅ Children walking away with toys like they’re in a heartwarming holiday special! 🎁
📍 Joseph H. Cole Recreation Center
📅 Friday, December 13
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Bring your family, your holiday spirit, and an appetite for cookies and cocoa. 🍫🍪 It’s a plot twist you’ll want to be part of—just don’t forget, toys are while supplies last!
PS: No laugh track needed—we’ll provide the smiles. 😄

12/11/2024

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) would like to inform the community that the Turkey Thicket Aquatic Center is currently CLOSED for emergency maintenance repairs today, Wednesday, ...

Please join DPR and DGS TONIGHT for a meeting to discuss the upcoming athletic field replacement project and the moderni...
12/09/2024

Please join DPR and DGS TONIGHT for a meeting to discuss the upcoming athletic field replacement project and the modernization of the community center!

📆 Monday, December 9
⏰ 6:00 - 7:30 PM
📍 Emery Heights Community Center | 5701 Georgia Avenue NW

For details: https://emeryheights.splashthat.com/

🏀We Ball Different in DC!3 legendary coaches in the area have come together to give top youth a chance to ball out and l...
12/04/2024

🏀We Ball Different in DC!

3 legendary coaches in the area have come together to give top youth a chance to ball out and learn the game.

Roving Leaders Rage is looking for new ballers. This is the team we took to FBI Headquarters last January to wipe the hardwood floor with adult FBI agents 😂

Youth can come on Thursdays at 6pm - Kennedy Rec Center.🏀

12/04/2024

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) would like to inform the community that the Deanwood Community and Aquatic Center and Kenilworth Recreation Centers will have delayed openings at 9:00 ...

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

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12026737647

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