What's Happening at Saint Paul Parks and Recreation

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What's Happening

The latest news, events, and activities from Saint Paul Parks and Recreation.

Free youth summer sports

Registration for youth summer t-ball, machine pitch, baseball, softball, and lacrosse clinics runs through March 31. Registration fees have been eliminated for levels 10U and up (ages 9+).

For the summer 2023 season, all registered 4U, 6U and 8U participants will receive a free glove, courtesy of the Minnesota Twins!

We're also looking for youth coaches and officials! Volunteer coaches should fill out the volunteer form (list which sport you'd like to coach in the comments) and someone will reach out to you, or call Municipal Athletics at 651-558-2255 to get connected. Officials should apply online. No experience is required. 

Gorilla looking at cell phones

"Hop Into Spring Weekend" at Como

  • March 25- 26 - Hop Into Spring Weekend -  Spring is here! Celebrate spring at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory with games, crafts, activities, special ambassador animals, SPIRE Sparky Shows and more during Hop Into Spring Weekend!
  • March 25- April 30 - Spring Flower Show - The Spring Flower Show will have formal topiaries, along with thousands of tulips, daffodils, ranunculus, foxglove, acorus, hydrangea, hyacinth, and pansies. 
  • March 25- Sept. 24 - Cell Phone Recycling - Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is partnering with Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) institutions across the globe for Gorillas on the Line, a cell phone recycling initiative. Bring your old devices to Como Zoo starting March 25. 
Flyer for Spring Carnival at Arlington Hills_March 25, 2023
Flyer with full list of spring events for 2023

Featured spring events and celebrations

Adult Sports

  • NEW: Adult volleyball
    • We are now offering a summer adult volleyball league! Early season will be indoors, later season will be sand or grass volleyball. 
  • Adult softball
    • Registration for adult softball is open. There are 14 leagues for men, women and co-rec teams to choose from! Registration closes April 7 or until leagues fill. 
Adult softball player at bat
Image of a tiger at Como Zoo. Text reads "This could be your co-worker!"

Come work with us! Many seasonal positions available!

Work outdoors this summer for Saint Paul Parks and Recreation! We have many full and part time positions available at parks, rec centers, pools, golf courses, athletic complexes, Phalen Park Beach, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory and more. Entry level positions are available for ages 15 and up. Apply online today!

Citywide Spring Cleanup April 22 9-11:30am

Featured Adult & Senior Spring Activities

Featured Family Activities

Reminders and Updates

  • Adaptive Recreation programming: Adaptive Recreation provides a comprehensive recreational program for Saint Paul residents of all ages who have physical and/or developmental disabilities. Activities include arts and crafts, basketball, BINGO, music, Zumba, Spring Fling dance, and more! Schedules for March and April programming are available.

  • Lower Landing dog park temporarily closed: The dog park at Lower Landing Park is temporarily closed until the new turf can be established. We expect the dog park to reopen in late spring 2023. Please do not use the dog park until the turf is fully established and all signs and barriers have been removed. Please visit one of our other six off-leash dog park locations during this time.
  • School-Year Free Meals schedule: Free meals and snacks for youth 18 years of age and under are available at multiple sites around Saint Paul. This school-year schedule will be available through June 9.

  • 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.