Baltimore Rec & Parks

⚠️ Baltimore City Residents: A Tornado Watch is in effect until 7 PM today, Monday, March 16. Monitor local news, stay alert to changing weather, and be ready to shelter immediately if conditions worsen. Stay safe Baltimore!

Our deer management program is driven by the climate crisis. Temperatures in Baltimore keep rising and the best defense are our city's trees. A deer exclosure is one of many tools we use to ensure that Baltimore has healthy forests and vegetation. #Baltimore #trees #deer

#BCRPAlert (2/27/26): Due to a mechanical issue, the baby pool at Middle Branch will be closed today.

#BCRPAlert (2/26/26): Due to maintenance, permitting of BCRP spaces are offline until March 5, 2026. We thank you for your patience. A notification will be sent out once services are back online.

Ladies’ Night: Teach Me How to Game – Apex Legends Edition Learn how to play Apex Legends with award-winning coach @SheIsBOOGIE All skill levels & genders welcome (under 18 w/guardian). Free play PlayStation 5 & Switch set-ups + all-Women vendor market. Free event! Join us.

#BCRPAlert (2/23/26): Tonight's Learn to Skate session at Shake and Bake is canceled. A makeup class will be added to the schedule.

#BCRPAlert (2/23/26): all rec centers and special facilities will open for regular operating hours on Monday, Feb 23, except for Carrie Murray Nature Center preschool. FreeBmoreWiFi and limited Chromebooks are available at all rec centers for virtual learning. #Baltimore #snow

#BCRPAlert (2/21/26): Please be advised of this weekend’s operating hours for Rawlings Conservatory: Sat Feb 21 10 am - 4 pm Sun Feb 22 10 am - 3 pm #Baltimore #Conservatory

#BCRPAlert (2/18/26): Middle Branch Fitness & Wellness Center will open TODAY, February 18, at 4 pm, due to DPW work, to finish work on a broken water main in the area. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact the rec center before going at 410-396-9527. #Baltimore

#BCRPAlert (2/12/26): Please be advised that Middle Branch Fitness & Wellness Center will operate from 5 pm to 9 pm on Friday, February 13. The rec center has to close for DPW work. It is best to contact the rec center before going at 410-396-9527. #Baltimore #recreationcenter

Rec & Parks has much to celebrate the last eight years as it prepares to release its "Playbook" later this year--from generational investments in recreational facilities to transformative achievements. #Baltimore #recreation #parks #youth youtu.be/3E_L8uvX3oQ?si… via @YouTube

Happy Birthday Chick Webb! The namesake of our Chick Webb Recreation Center, Webb is a jazz legend whose dying wish was to build a rec center for the youth of his beloved East Baltimore community. We honor his legacy of championing our youth. #Baltimore #ChickWebb #youth

#BCRPAlert (2/9/26): Woodhome Recreation Center will be closed today, Monday, February 9, due to a heating system issue. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Some of you have asked, “why aren’t we melting the snow”. Here’s the answer, we are. Our crews are still out working around the clock to remove and clear our neighborhoods.

WINTER STORM 2026 UPDATE Today and tomorrow, all Rec Centers will open 10am-6pm and select sites will provide free meals beginning at 3pm while food lasts. Rec centers providing food also have free #WiFi and limited #Chromebook access. Bring your own headphones. #Baltimore

#BCRPAlert (1/28/26): SPECIAL WINTER STORM UPDATE Rec & Parks Rec Centers will operate today 10 am - 6 pm. Special facilities will operate regular hours except Mt Pleasant Ice Arena and Carrie Murray Nature Center. Hot meals and snacks will be served at seven rec centers.

#BCRPAlert (1/27/26): Winter Storm 2026 UPDATE To ensure the safety of our patrons and staff, all Rec & Parks facilities will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27. #Baltimore #snowstorm #recreation #parks

#BCRPAlert (1/25/26): WINTER STORM 2026 UPDATE To ensure the safety of our patrons and staff, all Rec & Parks facilities will remain closed on Monday, January 26. #Baltimore #winterstorm #recreation #parks

Baltimore! As the storm rolls in tonight here are some tips to stay informed and safe throughout the weekend. Remember, text BMOREALERT to 888777 or visit snow.baltimorecity.gov for more information.

Baltimore, as we prepare for the winter storm heading our way, here are a few public safety tips to help you to stay ready and safe. ⬇️