Tucson Parks and Rec

Santa Rita Park is transforming! 🚧 New playground, splash pad, restroom, walking paths, sports fields, and more are underway. Funded by Prop 407 + partners, this project also brings trees, a plaza, and student-designed public art. Stay tuned!

Splash pad season starts April 1! Tucson Parks and Recreation is opening 11 locations citywide. All pools & splash pads are FREE! 📍 Naida Jane Baker is open weekends only. ⚠️ Fort Lowell remains closed for repairs. Cool off and enjoy! tucsonparks.info/tucsonsplashpa…

Kennedy Park ribbon cutting + Tucson Mountain Little League Opening Day was a home run! ⚾ Families enjoyed new fields, playground, dog park, & more, with a special visit from Baxter of the Arizona Diamondbacks 🐾💛 #TucsonParksAndRec #KennedyPark #LittleLeague

Heads up, Tucson! 🚧 “A” Mountain (Sentinel Peak Park) will have restricted access this weekend. Sentinel Peak Rd will be closed to vehicles Fri, April 3–Sun, April 5 at 11 a.m. for events. The park is open to walk/bike. Expect delays, please use caution & watch for participants.

The High School Battle of the Bands is almost here! Come out and support Tucson’s talented teen bands as they take the stage: Cherry Limeade • Seldom • Florence Boulevard • Wyatt J. & Feer • Spruce Goose Sunday, March 29, Noon Reid Park, DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center

Friendly Reminder: Holiday Closure Notice In observance of a city holiday, all pools, centers, and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, March 30. Thank you for planning ahead!

EGGSTRAVAGANZA at Doris J. Thompson Park! March 28 | 10 AM–1 PM Egg hunts, games, music, food trucks & Easter Bunny photos! 🐣 Adaptive egg hunt available. Bring a basket! Parking limited—use Donna R. Liggins Center, 6th Ave Dog Park & street parking.

Now Hiring: Parks Maintenance Coordinator Lead crews, manage park upkeep, and keep Tucson’s parks safe and beautiful. Supervise staff, coordinate projects, and support daily maintenance operations. Love working outdoors and leading a team? Apply today! tucsonparks.info/jobs

🌟 Now Hiring: Deputy Director – Parks & Recreation 🌟 Help lead programs, aquatics, events & facilities while shaping community impact. Collaborate on strategy, oversee staff, and support citywide recreation services. Apply today! tucsonparks.info/jobs

Looking for a fun, active way to move this spring? 🚴‍♀️☀️ Join Adaptive Cycling this April! Hosted by Tucson Parks & Rec + Southern AZ Adaptive Sports. Thursdays 9–10:30 AM at Eduardo Aguirre Center. All abilities welcome—ride, explore the Loop, and have fun!

Tomorrow’s the day… are you ready? Final Lifeguard Swim Test is here. No more chances after this. Catalina Pool Saturday, March 21 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Register now! bit.ly/ezeeregswimtest

THE BATTLE OF THE BANDS LINEUP IS HERE: Andrew Candle Cherry Limeade Seldom Florence Boulevard Wyatt J. & Feer Spruce Goose Who are you rooting for? March 29 | Noon Reid Park #BattleOfTheBands #TucsonMusic #TeenBands

Final Lifeguard Swim Test This is the last chance to take the swim test and become a Summer 2026 lifeguard! Swim Test Catalina Pool Saturday, March 21 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Pass the test and move forward into lifeguard training and a summer job with Tucson Parks and Recreation.

Applications for the High School Battle of the Bands are due tomorrow, March 13! If you’re in a band with members ages 13–18, this is your chance to take the stage at noon on Sunday, March 29 at the DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center in Reid Park. tucsonparks.info/battleoftheban…

Tomorrow is the final day of the Rodeo Roundup Summer Job Fair. Friday, March 13 11 AM–6 PM Parks Admin – Mesquite Room Ages 15+ Walk in, apply, and rope your future with Tucson Parks & Recreation!

Summer Jobs with KIDCO! Looking for a fun and rewarding summer job? Tucson Parks and Recreation is hiring KIDCO staff to help lead games, activities, and creative programs for kids ages 5–11 at sites across the city. Apply today: tucsonparks.info/jobs

🌿 Now Hiring: Groundskeeper with Tucson Parks & Recreation! Help maintain Tucson’s parks and keep them clean, safe, and welcoming. $18.15–$27.23/hr Shifts: 6:30am–3pm or 2pm–10:30pm One weekend day required

Join Thrive residents, City staff, and Community Gardens of Tucson as we celebrate the groundbreaking of the new community garden at Freedom Park. Freedom Park (west of the basketball courts) 5000 E. 29th Street Saturday, March 7 12:30 p.m. Learn more: 29thStreet.tucsonaz.gov/pages/get-invo…

Don’t miss it! Lifeguard Swim Test Catalina Pool, 2005 N Dodge Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716 Saturday, March 7 11a–1p This is your first step to working as a summer lifeguard. We'll see you there!

Spring: Session 2 Leisure class sign-ups are still open and we’ve got something for everyone. Dance, art, music, fitness, sports, creative classes & more. Go find your class and lock in your spot. tucsonparks.info/ezeereg