City of York Parks and Recreation

City of York Parks and Recreation We want to meet the recreation needs of the local community by providing direction, planning and coo

The mission of the York City Recreation and Parks Bureau is to meet the recreation needs of York City residents by providing direction, planning and coordination of services to enhance their quality of life through year-round leisure programs and facilities that will develop and enhance the individual’s physical, emotional, mental and social well-being.

Hello York City Families! Today is the final day to register as a vendor for our Labor Day Yard Sale and Festival! If yo...
08/31/2026

Hello York City Families! Today is the final day to register as a vendor for our Labor Day Yard Sale and Festival! If you are interested on reserving your spot, please email LaQuinn Thompson at [email protected].

Thank you!

York City Family! Our Annual Labor Day Festival is quickly approaching, and we have some awesome things planned. Please ...
08/26/2026

York City Family! Our Annual Labor Day Festival is quickly approaching, and we have some awesome things planned. Please join us on Monday, September 7th for our Labor Day Yard Sale from 9am to 2pm, and then our Festival from 5pm to 9pm. If you are interested in setting up a booth for the yard sale, please email LaQuinn Thompson at [email protected] before September 1st.

Our Annual Festival will have plenty of fun things to do for the entire family. Food and merchandise vendors, community resource tables, games, musical performances, bounce houses, Kids Mario Kart competition and Dance battle, and more! Come on out and celebrate the ending of the summer season as we welcome the season of autumn. Plus, there will be a fireworks display at 9pm! Don't miss out! We'll see you all at Kiwanis Lake!

York City Families! We are proud to partner with Maisha McAllister to bring BYOG to our York City community! Announcing ...
08/24/2026

York City Families! We are proud to partner with Maisha McAllister to bring BYOG to our York City community!

Announcing BYOG HOT CHAIR YOGA SERIES!

Join our 5-week BYOG (Bringing Yoga on the Go) gentle yoga class designed for adults 55+, focusing on mobility, balance, and well-being. Using a chair for seated and standing poses, we’ll incorporate light stretching, breathwork, and relaxation. No prior experience is needed—come as you are and move at your own pace. Ideal for easing stiffness and boosting daily energy.

Free for York City Residents. $10 for non city residents.

Registration is now open. Click the link to register to reserve your seat today!
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/apF8SNNaEk

08/21/2026

Join us for a day of unity, music, and community at the Wake Up, Rise Up, LIVE 4 Peace Festival!

📍 Kiwanis Lake, York, PA
📅 August 22, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

ATTENTION YOUTH PROGRAMS AND YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS! The City of York Parks and Recreation Presents:"World Esports Day" You...
08/19/2026

ATTENTION YOUTH PROGRAMS AND YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS! The City of York Parks and Recreation Presents:
"World Esports Day" Youth Programs Showdown! We are inviting all youth programs and organizations to register teams to compete in 5 video game titles including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Fortnite, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Undisputed, and Madden 27! Registration for this event opens soon. If your program or organization is interested in getting an invite to register, email LaQuinn Thompson, Recreation Program Specialist, at [email protected]. If you would like to be a vendor or a sponsor to support this event, please contact LaQuinn Thompson as well!

Which youth organization will take home the "Club Championship"? We shall see!

Its Game On, York City!

Good Morning York City Family! Our Labor Day Festival is qu**ky approaching and we are seeking food vendors to join us! ...
08/10/2026

Good Morning York City Family! Our Labor Day Festival is qu**ky approaching and we are seeking food vendors to join us! If you are a food vendor and would like to reserve your spot at one of our biggest and well attended events, please comment below or email LaQuinn Thompson, our Recreation Program Specialist, at [email protected] today! You definitely don't want to miss out on this one!

York City Families! Tomorrow there are 2 awesome events happening for the community to check out! First up, the Paws for...
08/07/2026

York City Families! Tomorrow there are 2 awesome events happening for the community to check out! First up, the Paws for Wellness Bearcat 5K, Health Expo and Back to School Resource Fair at York High! Right after that, Valour Pro Wrestling will be hosting their Back to School Bash at Voni Grimes Gym! Be sure to come out and enjoy a beautiful day as we help our York City students and families prepare for a successful school year!

This Sunday at Grimes Gym!!!
08/04/2026

This Sunday at Grimes Gym!!!

York City Families! Our Annual Labor Day Festival is quickly approaching and we are seeking some event sponsors and also...
07/29/2026

York City Families! Our Annual Labor Day Festival is quickly approaching and we are seeking some event sponsors and also food vendors! If you are interested in being a part of one of York City's biggest events of the year, email LaQuinn Thompson, our Recreation Program Specialist at [email protected]!

Next Saturday, August 8th, we invite all of York City to join us and the York City School District for the Paws for Well...
07/29/2026

Next Saturday, August 8th, we invite all of York City to join us and the York City School District for the Paws for Wellness Bearcat 5K, Healthcare Expo, and Back to School Resource Fair. The race begins at 8:30am at 31 Hamliton Avenue, and the resource fair begins at 12pm at York High! Come on out and get a backpack for your children and resources for the entire family!

Address

101 South George Street
York, PA
17401

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+17178541587

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