Latest Parks & Recreation Department News Releases

Today

The Creek at Qualchan and Esmeralda Golf Courses Open March 2, 2026

9:14 a.m. - The Creek at Qualchan and Esmeralda golf courses are opening March 2, 2026; they are the first two City courses to open for the season.

Dec. 18

City of Spokane Seeks Applicants for Park Board

2:30 p.m. - The position opens in February 2026.

Dec. 11

Numerica Skate Ribbon Temporarily Closes Due to Unprecedented Weather

3:28 p.m. - The Numerica Skate Ribbon in Riverfront Park has temporarily closed due to unprecedented heat, high winds, and debris.

Dec. 10

Riverfront Park Holiday Village, Presented by Gesa Credit Union

9:55 a.m. - Experience the magic of the season at downtown Spokane's first-ever Holiday Village!

Nov. 4

Hope Soccer and Parks and Rec Partner to Expand Youth Soccer Access

3:52 p.m. - Hope Soccer and City Parks & Recreation Partner to Expand Youth Soccer Access with New Mini-Pitch Official ribbon cutting on November 5 at 2 p.m.

Oct. 2

WSECU Fall Fest Downtown Oct. 4, 2025

11:36 a.m. - Who says fall fun is just for the countryside? We're bringing all the fun of the farm and community spirit right into downtown for WSECU Fall Fest!

Sept. 12

1914 “Golden Spike” Marker Placed Monday, September 15

8:37 p.m. - Community members will gather to place marker, commemorate railroad history

Sept. 5

“Age of Elegance Reimagined” Sept. 6-20, 2025

3:43 p.m. - Experience the historic D.C. Corbin House (the Corbin Art Center), beautifully decorated with fine home furnishings

Sept. 4

Project Announcement: South Hill Bluff Fuels Reduction Project

9:41 a.m. - Fuels reduction work with Spokane Fire scheduled for fall 2025

July 2

Underhill Sport Court Renovation Ribbon Cutting July 3, 10 a.m.

12:55 p.m. - Join us as we cut the ribbon on the renovated sport courts at Underhill Park.