Latest Parks & Recreation Department News Releases

Oct. 1

WSECU Fall Fest Returns Downtown October 5, 2024

9:21 a.m. - Venture downtown for a day of family fun at the WSECU Fall Fest, with a wide variety of fall-themed activities. Admission is free.

Sept. 19

Indian Canyon Golf Course to Undergo Bunker Renovation

11:10 a.m. - Players at Indian Canyon Golf Course will soon enjoy renovated bunkers, including re-shaping, new drainage and liners, and new sand

Aug. 15

Construction Begins on Underhill Sport Court Renovation

8:56 a.m. - Construction begins Monday, August 19, 2024 on the Underhill Sport Court Renovation project.

Aug. 8

Possible Future Outdoor Learning Classroom at People’s Park

4:15 p.m. - The Park Board passed a resolution to explore the possibility of an outdoor learning classroom pilot project at People’s Park

July 30

High Bridge Dog Park Renovation Begins August 5

3:21 p.m. - Construction begins early next week on the renovation of High Bridge dog park.

June 25

Renovated Sport Court to Open at Corbin Park June 26

1:44 p.m. - A newly renovated sport court at Corbin Park will offer two dedicated pickleball courts and one dedicated tennis court

May 6

SpoCanopy Expo Forest Tree Plantings May 7-11

2:23 p.m. - Over 5 days, nearly 500 new urban trees will be planted to celebrate the SpoCanopy Expo Forest Tree Plantings for Expo’s 50th anniversary

Spokane Police Emphasis to Keep Parks Safe

2:07 p.m. - Spokane Police conduct park emphasis including enforcement of after-hours City Park violations

April 24

Downriver Park River Access Area Now Open

2:27 p.m. - Today, the City of Spokane reopened Downriver Park near TJ Meenach Dr. with an improved and expanded small watercraft access area.

April 16

Finch Arboretum Hosts Free Arbor Day Festivities Saturday

11:17 a.m. - Spokane’s Arbor Day celebration will be held at Finch Arboretum on Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. rain or shine.