Tree watering recommendations
The weather has been hot and dry and we could use your help keeping newly planted boulevard trees watered. To water recently planted trees, set a hose at a trickle for one hour, three times a week, or place a watering bag around the trunk and fill it weekly. Contact our Forestry team if you would like to have a gator bag put on your newly planted tree and follow these other tree care recommendations.
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Write and record your own music with Mobile Jazz Project
Saint Paul Parks and Recreation partners with Mobile Jazz Project to offer free mentoring and instruction in instrumental music, beat making, songwriting, singing and dance at three recreation centers (Frogtown, El Rio Vista, and Dayton's Bluff). Studios are open year-round from 4pm-7pm (days vary by location).
Disciplines include instrumental music, recording and performing arts, making your own beats and songs, hip hop and modern dance, and singing and songwriting. These classes are taught and mentored by Twin Cities' top artists, performers, engineers and educators in multimedia production.
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DEADLINE TODAY: Take the River Balcony programming survey
The City of Saint Paul and Great River Passage Conservancy are working with James Corner Field Operations to create a vision for the River Balcony – a proposed 1.5-mile promenade along downtown Saint Paul’s river bluff.
We have heard from many people over several months about what they would like to see and do along the River Balcony. Now, we are seeking more information about programming opportunities to ensure that everyone feels welcome.
If you weren’t able to join us for our June open house, please view the presentation here and complete this survey about programming along the River Balcony by today, July 22.
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Mark your calendar: Mississippi River Learning Center community meeting Aug. 11
The City of Saint Paul and Great River Passage Conservancy, in partnership with Mississippi Park Connection, the National Park Service and Your Boat Club, are working with the W Architecture team to create a vision for the future Mississippi River Learning Center – a mixed-use, river-focused space where people will experience the land, water and culture of the Mississippi River.
This innovative community resource at Crosby Farm Regional Park will include a National Park Service headquarters, serving as a national gateway to the Mississippi River with year-round learning and outdoor recreation experiences both on and along Saint Paul’s riverfront.
See the new, single design concept for the Mississippi River Learning Center based on previous community feedback, hear from the project partners, and ask questions at a virtual community meeting on Thursday, Aug. 11, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn more and register here.
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Now showing: Movies in the Parks
The 2022 Movies in the Parks season has begun! Movies in the Parks events are free and open to the public. Events are weather permitting and subject to change without notice. Movies typically begin at dusk. Some offer pre-show activities or food trucks and those will be announced as they are finalized, so visit the website for updates. Next week's movies are "Up" at West Minnehaha Recreation Center and "Encanto" at El Rio Vista Recreation Center.
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Small Mammal Wildlife Survey, July 30 from 8-10am
Join staff from our Natural Resources team and researchers from the University of Minnesota and become a community scientist as you participate in a small mammal wildlife survey to learn about the lives of urban wildlife. The survey will help us better understand the status and needs of our park.
Participants will go off-trail to gather pre-set Sherman traps, check their contents, and learn about what's inside. This is a great opportunity to spend some time outside in a beautiful park, learn about our mammal neighbors, and contribute to scientific study.
This event is for ages 10+. Registration is required for all attendees.
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Discounted Vikings Football Tickets
Support Saint Paul Parks and Recreation youth programs by purchasing $20 tickets to see the Minnesota Vikings vs San Francisco 49ers on August 20 at 6:00 p.m. Use promo code STPAULPARKS. Tickets must be purchased online using the link above. A limited number of tickets are available at this price, so purchase yours now to raise funds for our youth programming!
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Help shape the future of Saint Paul Parks & Recreation
The City of Saint Paul is preparing a new Parks and Recreation System Plan - a comprehensive guide to physical improvements and changes to parks and recreation facilities such as parks, athletic fields, recreation centers and trails. The System Plan will balance investment in park facilities with available resources and will be the blueprint for a successful and sustainable future for Saint Paul Parks and Recreation.
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Adult fall sports registration
Registration for Fall Adult Volleyball and Fall Adult Cornhole are now open! Volleyball players can register as individuals and be assigned to a team (or request a buddy to play together!) Cornhole is a team based registration, so grab some friends for this relaxed league of a favorite backyard game!
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Swan boats at Como Lakeside Pavilion
Stop by Dock & Paddle for a bite to eat, then catch a ride on the brand new swan boats at Lake Como. These dreamy pedal boats light up at night to make the experience even more majestic!
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Adaptive Recreation activities for July and August
Adaptive Recreation provides a comprehensive recreational program for Saint Paul residents of all ages who have physical and/or developmental disabilities. Schedules for July and August programming are available now.
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Summer Camps
Summer is in full swing! If you haven't already, make sure to sign up for a Saint Paul Parks and Recreation Summer Camp. We're offering a variety of fun, safe, and structured full and half-day camps for youth of all ages. Costs range from free up to $275.
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STEM camps (science, technology, engineering, and math, robotics)
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Sports and archery camps (Sanneh soccer, basketball, football, volleyball, disc golf, and more!)
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Martial arts camps (karate, taekwondo, judo, soo bahk doo, jiu jitsu)
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Art camps (painting, jewelry making, tye dye and more!)
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Games camps (board games, lawn games, puzzles)
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Dance and theatre camps (African & hop hop, ballet, tap, break dance, K-Pop, musical theatre, and more!)
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Outdoor adventure and canoeing camps (swimming, outdoor cooking, canoeing, and more!)
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Browse all summer camps or view the full camp grid on our summer camp webpage
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Featured summer camps:
"On-the-go camps"
Experience a new and exciting field trip each day! Excursions will vary by site but could include swimming at a Saint Paul pool or beach, fishing, disc golf, puzzle escape room, art museum, mini golf, and more! Activities can vary by site and are subject to change, so contact the recreation center for the latest updates. Registration is required and signed permission forms from parents will be needed for participants to go on field trips. Camp costs range from $210-$250.
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We also offer...
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Summer Rec Check: Free program for those entering grades 1-6 this fall on Monday-Thursday from 1-4pm at 23 sites.
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Summer S'more Fun: $40/day for those entering grades 1-6 this fall on Monday-Friday from 7am-6pm at Highland Park Community Center.
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Looking for a summer job? We're hiring!
It's halfway through summer but we still have a variety of seasonal job openings, including Parks Worker I! Work outdoors and soak in the warm summer sun while supporting permit sites, and helping to keep our park spaces and facilities in tip top shape.
View the full list of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation job openings below for more information on the positions.
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Work for Saint Paul Parks and Recreation
We are hiring for many full and part time positions. Apply online today!
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Summer events and amenities
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Reminders and Updates
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Masks welcome, but not required: Saint Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has lifted the masking requirement for staff and visitors in City-controlled facilities. Face masks are welcome and will be available for anyone wishing to wear one. Visitors are still encouraged to maintain distance from others when possible, to wash hands frequently, and to stay home if feeling sick. Visit our COVID-19 Updates webpage for the latest information.
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Como Parking Lot Improvement Project. The first phase of the improvement project is complete (the south parking lot is open) and the second phase is underway in Como Regional Park. Currently, the north parking lot at Como Lakeside Pavilion is closed for construction and is expected to be completed soon. Construction will pause until after Labor Day when the Golf Course lot construction is scheduled to begin. Visit the Como Transportation Parking Improvements webpage for more updates on the construction timeline, parking lot and trail closures, and a map of alternative parking locations. Please follow all detours currently in place. Thank you for your patience.
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Dog Parks: Dogs must be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than six feet in all Saint Paul Parks, with the exception of our five off-leash dog parks. (The new Lilydale Regional Park off-leash dog park is now open! If you are traveling by car, park in the boat launch parking lot.) Please do not allow dog to run off leash in other fenced in areas, such as tennis courts or skateboarding rinks.
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Free Summer Meals: Through a partnership with Youthprise and Saint Paul Public Schools, free meals and snacks for youth 18 years of age and under are available at multiple sites around Saint Paul. This schedule will be available through August 19.
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