Wichita Park & Recreation

Wichita Park & Recreation Making unique, FUN and lasting memories in Wichita, KS!

Wichita Park & Recreation offers:

Indoor & outdoor facilities for rental to public and private groups
A broad range of recreation classes
Athletic programs
The Wichita Ice Center
Special event opportunities.

☀️ There’s still time to join the fun at Summer of Discovery Camp! Even though camp has started, you can still register ...
06/03/2026

☀️ There’s still time to join the fun at Summer of Discovery Camp! Even though camp has started, you can still register your kiddo — whether it’s for one week or the rest of the summer! 🎒🌟

With full-day activities, weekly field trips, and convenient locations across Wichita, SOD is the perfect place for kids to learn, explore, and make new friends all summer long.

📅 Camp runs through July 24
🕖 Monday–Friday | 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
📍 Edgemoor, Linwood & Orchard Rec Centers

Flexible scheduling makes it easy to fit summer fun into your plans! 🔗 Register today: wichita.gov/sod

Messy Science Specialty Camp! Captivate your child's imagination! Boston Rec Center hosts special-interest-themed camps ...
06/03/2026

Messy Science Specialty Camp! Captivate your child's imagination! Boston Rec Center hosts special-interest-themed camps all year long to engage campers ages 6-13 with fun physical and intellectual challenges, crafts, and interactive games.

During Messy Science Camp, campers choose your ooze! Make floam slime, elephant toothpaste, bubble snakes and other foamy, sudsy, hands-on experiments.

• Fee (resident/non-resident): $35/$44
• Camp held Thursday, June 18 from 8am-5pm
• Register by noon on June 15 at https://www.wichita.gov/626/Specialty-Camps

🏈 Wichita Park & Recreation has partnered with the NFL to bring NFL FLAG Football to Wichita! NFL FLAG is the largest an...
06/02/2026

🏈 Wichita Park & Recreation has partnered with the NFL to bring NFL FLAG Football to Wichita! NFL FLAG is the largest and most recognized flag football organization in the U.S. — and the only league where players wear official NFL gear. This fun, non-contact program is open to girls and boys ages 4–17.

Players will compete in 6v6 games featuring two 20-minute halves, all played at South Lakes Sports Complex.

🔥 NEW this year: Choose the division that fits your athlete best!
✅ Recreational Division – perfect for beginners learning the game and having fun with friends
✅ Competitive Division – designed for experienced players looking for fast-paced competition and skill development

📅 Fall Season Details
• Practices begin the week of August 24
• Games begin the week of September 7
• Saturday games for 8 weeks

💲 Cost: $75
Registration includes an official NFL jersey and flags!

🗓 Register June 1 – August 10, 2026

🏃 Ready to hit the field? Register today at wichita.gov/NFLFLAG

💻🎮 Ready to level up this summer? Join our Youth Tech Camps and turn your creativity into real-world skills! These hands...
06/02/2026

💻🎮 Ready to level up this summer? Join our Youth Tech Camps and turn your creativity into real-world skills! These hands-on, interactive camps challenge students to build, create, code, and problem-solve while having fun. Campers will showcase their projects to friends and family at the end of each camp!

🔹 iCode
📅 June 15-18
🕤 9:30 a.m. - Noon
💲 $135 Resident / $169 Non-Resident

🔹 iGame Creators
📅 June 15-18
🕐 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
💲 $135 Resident / $169 Non-Resident

🔹 Gaming & Coding
📅 June 15-18
🕤 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
💲 $270 Resident / $338 Non-Resident

⚠️ Space is limited!
🗓️ Register by 5 p.m. on June 10.

Students will develop higher-level thinking, problem-solving, and programming skills in a fun and engaging environment. Campers should bring their own lunch.

Register today: https://www.wichita.gov/626/Specialty-Camps

🎬🎮💻 Calling all future creators and coders! Boston Rec Center’s Youth Tech Camps are back this summer with hands-on, int...
06/01/2026

🎬🎮💻 Calling all future creators and coders! Boston Rec Center’s Youth Tech Camps are back this summer with hands-on, interactive fun designed to spark creativity and build problem-solving skills. Campers will create, design, code, and share their projects with friends and family at the end of camp!

🎥 Movie Makers
📅 June 8–11 | ⏰ 9am–12pm
💲 Resident/Non-Resident: $160/$200
🗓 Register by 5pm on June 3

🕹 Video Game Design
📅 June 8–11 | ⏰ 1–4pm
💲 Resident/Non-Resident: $170/$213
🗓 Register by 5pm on June 3

💻 iCode
📅 June 15–18 | ⏰ 9:30am–12pm
💲 Resident/Non-Resident: $135/$169
🗓 Register by 5pm on June 10

Campers should bring their own lunch. 👉 See more camps and register here:
[https://www.wichita.gov/626/Specialty-Camps](https://www.wichita.gov/626/Specialty-Camps)

🎯 Camo Camp – Specialty Camp (Week-Long)🎯 It’s time to report for duty! Recruits will take on a week full of action-pack...
06/01/2026

🎯 Camo Camp – Specialty Camp (Week-Long)🎯 It’s time to report for duty! Recruits will take on a week full of action-packed challenges including archery, slingshot firing ranges, and boot camp-style obstacle courses. Campers will build teamwork skills through tug-of-war competitions, minefield navigation using a compass, and rescue missions coordinated with two-way radios.

Along the way, they’ll create their own camo shirt and marshmallow shooter to take the fun home!

📅 June 8–12
🕗 8:00am–5:00pm
💲 Resident/Non-Resident Fee: $135 / $169
📍 Week-long specialty camp experience

📝 Register online by noon on June 3:
https://www.wichita.gov/626/Specialty-Camps

🎮✨ What an incredible turnout for our Power Up for Video Game Adventure Day at Orchard Recreation Center! City Crew kids...
06/01/2026

🎮✨ What an incredible turnout for our Power Up for Video Game Adventure Day at Orchard Recreation Center! City Crew kids leveled up through action-packed challenges, filled their Gamer Passports, and earned their Game Master Awards. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event such a success! 🏆🎉

But the fun doesn't stop there...

🎣🐟 Our next City Crew adventure is the Fishing Fun Fest at OJ Watson Park!

📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 OJ Watson Park

Get ready for a morning of fishing-themed fun, outdoor activities, and summer excitement. Whether you're an experienced angler or trying fishing for the first time, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Not a City Crew member yet? Sign up for FREE and learn more about upcoming events at wichita.gov/citycrew.

We can't wait to see you there! 🎣☀️

🏀 Last chance to register! Men’s Summer Basketball League registration ends Monday, June 1. Lace up, grab your team, and...
06/01/2026

🏀 Last chance to register! Men’s Summer Basketball League registration ends Monday, June 1. Lace up, grab your team, and get ready for fast-paced 5v5 competition at Brewer Community Center!

📅 Season: June 10 - July 22
🗓 Games: Wednesdays
⏰ Game times: 5:45, 6:45, 7:45 & 8:45 p.m.
📍 Brewer Community Center, 1329 E. 16th St. N.
💲 $350 per team

Don’t have a full team? Sign up for the single player pool and take your shot this summer!

Register before it’s too late. Visit wichita.gov/basketball today!

Now Hiring Park & Recreation Positions! Wichita Parks & Recreation is now hiring for a wide variety of full-time and par...
05/31/2026

Now Hiring Park & Recreation Positions! Wichita Parks & Recreation is now hiring for a wide variety of full-time and part-time positions. We are looking for motivated individuals ready to make a difference in our community.

Whether you enjoy working outdoors, supporting recreational programs, or engaging with the public, we have opportunities for you.

Park & Maintenance Careers
Help maintain and improve Wichita’s parks and public spaces:
• Equipment Operators (Park Maintenance & Forestry)
• Forestry & Tree Maintenance positions
• Athletic Field Maintenance
• Projects & Construction, Refuse, and Park Workers
• Supervisory roles

Aquatics Positions
• Lifeguards
• Pool Managers
• Cashiers

Summer Opportunities
• Summer Camp Counselors

OJ Watson Park Positions
• Ranger
• Recreation Aide I
• Customer Clerk

Riverside Tennis Center
• Various support roles available

Golf Wichita (All Four Courses)
• Pro Shop Staff
• Concessions
• Beverage Cart Attendants
• Cart Attendants
• Course Maintenance

Additional Details
• Competitive pay across all positions
• Opportunities to work outdoors, stay active, and serve your community

Apply today at wichita.gov/ParkJobs!
We look forward to welcoming you to Wichita Parks & Recreation.

🛶🎯 Adventure and fun are just a scan away! Looking for an easy way to enjoy Wichita parks and the Arkansas River? Rent a...
05/31/2026

🛶🎯 Adventure and fun are just a scan away! Looking for an easy way to enjoy Wichita parks and the Arkansas River? Rent a kayak or lawn game on your own schedule with our self-service rental stations powered by Rent.Fun.

📱 Simply scan the QR code at the station to reserve and pay—it's that easy!

🛶 Kayak Rentals Available At:
• OJ Watson Park
• Ralph Wulz Riverside Tennis Center

🎯 Lawn Games Available At:
• Central Riverside Park
• OJ Watson Park

Whether you're paddling across the water, enjoying a friendly game with family and friends, or spending the day outdoors, your next adventure is waiting.

Learn more and reserve your rental at:
🔗 https://www.rent.fun/kayaks-lawn-games-rental-wichita-ks

Address

455 N. Main Street Floor 11
Wichita, KS
67202

Opening Hours

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

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