What we do Click here for information on current Parks & Recreation Department operations (updated September 8, 2020). Current Programs Unusual times call for innovative programming! Due to the current COVID-19 health crisis, we’re unable to offer our traditional programs , but that doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on all the fun this season. Check out the programs we’re offering! This holiday season, don’t miss our two BRAND NEW programs! They’re both part of our annual toy drive to provide a little extra holiday cheer for families who need it most! WINTER PUMPKINBALL TOURNAMENT Saturday, December 5 Registration: November 23 – December 3 $100/team and an unwrapped new $10 toy/player Put your team together and come out swinging while helping our community have a brighter holiday season! Register at www.avlrec.com. Only 6 teams can play so register soon! JINGLE ALL THE WAY 5K WALK/RUN Saturday, December 12 Registration: November 21 – December 5 FREE with a new unwrapped toy of $10 or more Jingle all you want at our new 5K event at Carrier Park and help your community at the same time! Walk or run – there’s no pressure here, just a great way to get outside. Staggered start times and a limited number of participants will keep this event safe for everyone. Who knows? You might even see Santa! Register at www.avlrec.com Open spaces, parks and recreation provide opportunities for living, learning and leading a full and productive life. Parks and recreation benefit individuals and neighborhoods while having a positive impact on economic growth and environmental preservation. The Asheville Parks & Recreation Department maintains 54 public parks, 6 miles of greenways, 11 community centers, numerous programs for youth, seniors and outdoor enthusiasts, a comprehensive athletics program, and many facilities that provide resources for a range of activities. ConnectParks & Recreation70 Court Plaza, 4th Floor, Asheville, NC 28801Mailing AddressPO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802Business HoursMonday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.DirectorRoderick SimmonsPhone828-259-5800Emailparks@ashevillenc.gov Related Services Register for programming Register for parks & recreation programming such as camps and activities for children, teens, and adults. 5 Services Athletics Information about athletics programs offered by the City of Asheville. Enjoy greenways Explore an interactive map of the City's greenways and learn how to use them for your recreation and transportation enjoyment. Find a pool or Splasheville information Hours and information about pools and Splashville, Asheville's interactive splash play fountain. Find a park, playground, or recreation center Find parks and facilities near you. Search by location or amenity, or view a list of centers and parks. Community events Find upcoming camps, events, and programs and reserve a spot when space is limited. Reserve a picnic shelter View parks and recreation shelters that can be reserved and make a reservation. More Related Services Parks and Recreation News Asheville Parks & Recreation Department receives donation for new BuildOut program Posted on October 29, 2020October 30, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce a donation of $2,000 from the Asheville Homebuilders Association (AHBA) for the development of a new program called BuildOut. The program focuses on teaching youth basic building skills such as learning how to select appropriate materials and tools, best safety practices, and then completing a project [...] Richmond Hill Park bond project completed Posted on September 24, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation is excited to announce the completion of another bond project that enriches the quality of life in our community. Construction is complete on a new community picnic shelter and restroom facility at Richmond Hill Park, 280 Richmond Hill Drive. Key features of this project include a covered picnic shelter, winterized restrooms, an [...] WNC Nature Center to reopen Oct. 5 Posted on September 14, 2020September 11, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Pre-opening for members only begins Sept. 28 The City of Asheville Parks & Recreation department is very pleased to announce the reopening of the WNC Nature Center to the general public on Oct. 5. Visitors will notice a few changes since their last visit. To ensure the safety of the public, staff, and the resident animals that [...] More Parks and Recreation News
Enjoy greenways Explore an interactive map of the City's greenways and learn how to use them for your recreation and transportation enjoyment.
Find a pool or Splasheville information Hours and information about pools and Splashville, Asheville's interactive splash play fountain.
Find a park, playground, or recreation center Find parks and facilities near you. Search by location or amenity, or view a list of centers and parks.
Reserve a picnic shelter View parks and recreation shelters that can be reserved and make a reservation.
Asheville Parks & Recreation Department receives donation for new BuildOut program Posted on October 29, 2020October 30, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce a donation of $2,000 from the Asheville Homebuilders Association (AHBA) for the development of a new program called BuildOut. The program focuses on teaching youth basic building skills such as learning how to select appropriate materials and tools, best safety practices, and then completing a project [...]
Richmond Hill Park bond project completed Posted on September 24, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation is excited to announce the completion of another bond project that enriches the quality of life in our community. Construction is complete on a new community picnic shelter and restroom facility at Richmond Hill Park, 280 Richmond Hill Drive. Key features of this project include a covered picnic shelter, winterized restrooms, an [...]
WNC Nature Center to reopen Oct. 5 Posted on September 14, 2020September 11, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Pre-opening for members only begins Sept. 28 The City of Asheville Parks & Recreation department is very pleased to announce the reopening of the WNC Nature Center to the general public on Oct. 5. Visitors will notice a few changes since their last visit. To ensure the safety of the public, staff, and the resident animals that [...]