What we do Last updated or reviewed on April 1, 2026 Improve the view of your inbox with APR’s newsletters including specialized versions for outdoor recreation, opportunities for older adults, and programs for kids, parents, and families. Sign Up for APR Newsletters April brings a full bloom of festivals, outdoor experiences, spring break programs, new arts and fitness classes, and more for all ages. Start planning! Explore April Festivals & Events Ever wonder how food, packages, and recycling move to their final destinations? Or how water lines are repaired, streets are plowed, and fire trucks respond to emergencies? Explore massive machines and specialized vehicles – and meet skilled crews who keep Asheville running – at Truck City AVL on April 18. Get Details for Truck City AVL Looking to share your thoughts on Asheville’s parks, community centers, and recreation opportunities? Join APR Director D. Tyrell McGirt for at the next Park Bench Chats event on May 13, offering one-on-one or small group conversations. Reserve a Park Bench Chats Spot 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 Hotline(828) 251-4082Asheville Parks & Recreation on facebookAsheville Parks & Recreation on instagramAdditional LinksRecreate Asheville 10 Year PlanEvents Calendar Related Services Register for programming Register for parks & recreation programming such as camps and activities for children, teens, and adults. Register for Asheville Parks & Recreation Summer Camp Click to read more. 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 Travel from Zootopia to Radiator Springs with Asheville’s Movies in the Park 2026 Lineup Posted on April 1, 2026April 1, 2026 by Christy Edwards Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR)’s popular Movies in the Park series returns to Pack Square Park with summer nights filled with starlight cinema. City of Asheville government offices closed Friday, April 3 Posted on March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 by Kim Miller City offices are closed Friday, April 3. There are limited service impacts, but please read this for an overview of details Actions and presentations at the March 24 Asheville City Council Meeting Posted on March 24, 2026March 26, 2026 by Kim Miller At the March 24 City council meeting, Council members took action and were presented on mulitple agenda items related to budget, Helene recovery, and a land hold for a proposed arts and entertainment facility. 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.
Travel from Zootopia to Radiator Springs with Asheville’s Movies in the Park 2026 Lineup Posted on April 1, 2026April 1, 2026 by Christy Edwards Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR)’s popular Movies in the Park series returns to Pack Square Park with summer nights filled with starlight cinema.
City of Asheville government offices closed Friday, April 3 Posted on March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 by Kim Miller City offices are closed Friday, April 3. There are limited service impacts, but please read this for an overview of details
Actions and presentations at the March 24 Asheville City Council Meeting Posted on March 24, 2026March 26, 2026 by Kim Miller At the March 24 City council meeting, Council members took action and were presented on mulitple agenda items related to budget, Helene recovery, and a land hold for a proposed arts and entertainment facility.
