What we do Last updated or reviewed on November 5, 2025 Explore, Connect, Discover with APR SIGN UP FOR APR NEWSLETTERS Say Yes to November Adventures Before the winter season truly takes hold, join APR to explore the city, refine your talents, and connect with neighbors over shared meals and unforgettable events. SWEATER WEATHER FUN CLOSED PARKS & GREENWAYS Some areas of open parks may be inaccessible. Please check individual location pages for partial closures. Azalea Park (including John B. Lewis Soccer Complex) Carrier Park West (picnic shelter and east parking lot are open) French Broad River Park Recreation Park Festival of Frights Tap into the spirit of the season with with favorites like Barktoberfest, Creepy Glow Climbing, and Trunk or Treat, as well as new experiences including Lego Halloween Build Off, Spooky Spikes Volleyball, and Sip & Carve – plus more spooky, kooky fun! ENTER IF YOU DARE Find a Location Explore our unique collection of parks, community centers, pools, greenways, and other spaces Programs Discover hundreds of programs and activities Reserve Book a picnic shelter or community center for your next party, reunion, or special event News Browse the latest updates from your community parks and recreation department Neighborhood Investments Learn how we’re improving well-being, building connections, and increasing active living opportunities in our community’s neighborhoods Connect Contact us or search job openings, plans and documents, ordinances, and more Connect Address 70 Court Plaza, 4th Floor, Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802 Phone Number 828-259-5800 Email Address parks@ashevillenc.gov Athletics Weather Hotline828-251-4082Asheville Parks & Recreation on facebookAsheville Parks & Recreation on instagramAdditional LinksRecreate Asheville 10 Year PlanRecreate Asheville AppendicesEvents Calendar Related Services Register for programming Register for parks & recreation programming such as camps and activities for children, teens, and adults. Play Pickleball Click to read more. SOAR Financial Assistance Program SOAR (Scholarships for Opportunities & Access to Recreation) may be available for youth and teen programs. Athletics Information about adult sports leagues and youth athletics programs offered by Asheville Parks & Recreation. Enjoy Greenways Explore an interactive map of the Asheville's greenways and learn how to use them for your recreation and transportation enjoyment. Pool & Splasheville Hours and information about Asheville's public pools and Splasheville, the free interactive splash pad play fountain in Pack Square Park. Facility Search Find Asheville parks, community centers, and pools near you. Search by location, filter by amenity, or view a list. Community Events Find upcoming special events, activities, programs, and camps in Asheville. Picnic Shelter Reservations View Asheville Parks & Recreation shelters and make a reservation. Explore Related ServicesRelated Projects Stephens-Lee Community Center Playground Click to read more. Asheland Avenue Temporary Skating Rink Asheville Parks & Recreation plans to install a temporary skating rink for recreational skating and inline hockey in a municipal parking lot on 50 Asheland Avenue. Riverside Cemetery & Montford Park Historic Parks Recovery Riverside Cemetery and Montford Park are within the Montford Historic District and incurred significant damages as a result of Tropical Storm Helene to retaining walls, stormwater systems, roadways, sinkholes and slope failures, and fencing. Repairs will restore infrastructure, historic elements, and build resilience. Explore Related ProjectsAsheville Parks & Recreation News APR Innovators: Summer Diemer Posted on November 10, 2025 by Christy Edwards Click to read more. Asheville’s Holiday Season Brings Mountain Magic and Festive Fun Posted on November 6, 2025November 10, 2025 by Christy Edwards As winter wonder moves to the North Carolina mountains, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) has plenty of festive celebrations to make the 2025 holiday season merry and bright for the young and young-at-heart during Holly Jolly Holidays in November and December. Space is limited, so advance registration is strongly recommended even if an event is free. City of Asheville offices to close Tuesday, Nov. 11 and Veterans Day Ceremony Posted on November 4, 2025November 4, 2025 by Kim Miller City Offices will be closed to Nov. 11 to observe Veterans Day Explore Asheville Parks & Recreation News
Register for programming Register for parks & recreation programming such as camps and activities for children, teens, and adults.
SOAR Financial Assistance Program SOAR (Scholarships for Opportunities & Access to Recreation) may be available for youth and teen programs.
Athletics Information about adult sports leagues and youth athletics programs offered by Asheville Parks & Recreation.
Enjoy Greenways Explore an interactive map of the Asheville's greenways and learn how to use them for your recreation and transportation enjoyment.
Pool & Splasheville Hours and information about Asheville's public pools and Splasheville, the free interactive splash pad play fountain in Pack Square Park.
Facility Search Find Asheville parks, community centers, and pools near you. Search by location, filter by amenity, or view a list.
Asheland Avenue Temporary Skating Rink Asheville Parks & Recreation plans to install a temporary skating rink for recreational skating and inline hockey in a municipal parking lot on 50 Asheland Avenue.
Riverside Cemetery & Montford Park Historic Parks Recovery Riverside Cemetery and Montford Park are within the Montford Historic District and incurred significant damages as a result of Tropical Storm Helene to retaining walls, stormwater systems, roadways, sinkholes and slope failures, and fencing. Repairs will restore infrastructure, historic elements, and build resilience.
Asheville’s Holiday Season Brings Mountain Magic and Festive Fun Posted on November 6, 2025November 10, 2025 by Christy Edwards As winter wonder moves to the North Carolina mountains, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) has plenty of festive celebrations to make the 2025 holiday season merry and bright for the young and young-at-heart during Holly Jolly Holidays in November and December. Space is limited, so advance registration is strongly recommended even if an event is free.
City of Asheville offices to close Tuesday, Nov. 11 and Veterans Day Ceremony Posted on November 4, 2025November 4, 2025 by Kim Miller City Offices will be closed to Nov. 11 to observe Veterans Day
