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Louisville Open Space & Parks Update |
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 Two New Playgrounds Are Open for Play!
We're excited to announce the completion of playground renovations at Memory Square Park and the Louisville Recreation & Senior Center! These improvements bring refreshed play spaces for children and families to enjoy for years to come. Learn more about the projects at LouisvilleCo.gov/ConeZone
Both renovations are complete and the playgrounds are open for use. Additionally, the community is invited to join us for official ribbon-cutting celebrations to mark the occasion.
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 Memory Square
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 Recreation & Senior Center
Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, 10/29 from 12-1 p.m.
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 How to Dispose of Fall Leaves
Be-leaf it or not, fall is here, and the leaves are piling up! Louisville residents have several ways to clear leaves from their yards while keeping them out of the streets and storm drains. Drop them off for free, use Republic Services curbside pickup, put them in your compost bin, or mulch them at home.
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 Branch Recycling Site: Winter Hours Now in Effect
Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m by appointment only
The drop-off site will now operate by appointment only for the winter season. From November through March, residents can access the site Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., by scheduling an appointment. To make an appointment, please contact Chris at (303) 335-4733. Regular Saturday hours (first Saturday of each month, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.) will resume in April.
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 Park Restroom Winter Closures Begin November 1
Parks staff will start closing and winterizing seasonal park restrooms to prevent damage from freezing temperatures. These restrooms will remain closed until April or May, depending on weather conditions.
Need a restroom during the winter? The following park restrooms remain open year-round during park operating hours:
- Community Park
- Heritage Park
- Louisville Arboretum
- Centennial Park (portalet)
- Pirates Park (portalet)
- Harper Lake (Vault Restroom)
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New Year-Round Vault Restroom Coming to Aquarius Trailhead This Fall
Good news for Coal Creek Trail users! The City of Louisville is excited to announce plans to install a new vault restroom at Aquarius Trailhead this fall, providing a convenient, year-round restroom option for trail users and visitors.
Located near the existing picnic shelter, the new restroom will serve walkers, runners, cyclists and other visitors enjoying the regional Coal Creek Trail. Its convenient location will also make it a welcome amenity for city approved gatherings and special events at the trailhead.
The new facility will be Louisville's second vault restroom, joining the existing restroom at Harper Lake. Unlike many seasonal park restrooms, vault restrooms can remain open year-round, providing a reliable option for visitors in every season.
Construction is anticipated to begin in late October or November 2026, with an exact schedule to be announced soon. During active construction, the Aquarius Trailhead parking lot and trailhead will be temporarily closed to the public.
Additional information about construction dates and temporary closures will be shared as it becomes available.
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Upcoming Events
The following events are free. Registration is required.
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Sunday, October 25 @ 6:30 p.m.
It's Spooky Season! Few objects have excited and enthralled humanity as much as the Earth's moon. Join the Open Space Stargazers as we enjoy the splendor of the full moon at Aquarius Open Space.
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Sunday, November 1 @ 10 a.m.
Grab your canine best friend and stop by our booth to learn how to be a paw-sitive pet owner while hitting the trails.No registration required! Just drop by anytime between 10 a.m. and noon, with or without your pup.
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Saturday, November 8, 2026 @ 10-11 a.m.
The Great War of 1914-1918 changed the world. Learn how this conflict affected people, coal, agriculture, and mining in Boulder County and the Louisville area.
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November 12, 2026 @ 6 p.m.
Learn how our local bird populations survive the cold winter months with the Colorado Avian and Research Institute. Appropriate for adults.
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November 20 @ 3 p.m.
Build a habitat for local wildlife and learn how you can help protect native species! Participants will receive handouts about the featured species, along with additional ways to support native wildlife. All tools and materials will be provided.
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Snapshot Spotlight
We’re doing some cool things! Don’t miss out. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated!
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 October and November are great months for duck migration. See who's stopping by Warembourg Fishing Pond this fall.
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 Fourth graders from Louisville Elementary School took a field trip to Warembourg Open Space to learn hands-on science.
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 Watch the installation of the pour-in-place surface at the Recreation & Senior Center Playground.
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 The flower bed next to the John Breaux statue has been planted for fall, with pansies, kale, and mums.
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 Agents of Discovery Missions
Explore Louisville’s open spaces with new Agents of Discovery missions for fall. Each month’s missions will be available on the Agents of Discovery app starting at 9 a.m. on the first day of the month and will remain available through the end of the month.
October
November
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If you would like to register for eNotifications from other City Departments, please visit the City-wide eNotification page where there are multiple other categories you may be interested in.
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Holiday closures and hours
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