Parks and Recreation System Plan
The City of Saint Paul worked with Visible City throughout 2022-23 to prepare a new Parks and Recreation System Plan. Utilizing the principals within the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan as a core guide, the new System Plan is a people-driven, data-rich document sourced from community input, policy direction, and innovative research and analysis. Development of the plan incorporated a robust community engagement process, including community events, surveys, a “draw the future” graphical option, and a “design a park” activity, which helped gather feedback from thousands of respondents of all ages. By integrating all of these sources, this plan presents a comprehensive, forward-looking program that will move the system forward in each of the principles prescribed in the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
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Summer sports registration open. Free for ages 9 and up!
Registration fees have been eliminated for youth sports 10U and up (ages 9+) at all recreation center sites. Please note that fees apply for ages 4U, 6U and 8U but all registered 4U, 6U and 8U participants will receive a free glove, courtesy of the Minnesota Twins!
Registration for all summer sports runs through March 31.
(Psst: 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. These are great opportunity for adults who want to stay involved with their favorite sport or a great resume builder for older teens and college students. Join our team and join a community of people who love supporting local youth through sports!)
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Audition for Shrek the Musical Jr.
Be a part of a great fairy tale adventure in 'Shrek the Musical, Jr.'! Open to all youth aged 7-18. Sign up for an audition the week of April 7-13 at the Highland Park Community Center Theatre. No experience necessary. Everyone who auditions will be cast in a role.
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Golf Course Updates
Golf season is back at Saint Paul's golf courses! Book your tee times today.
- Como Golf Course - Now Open
- Phalen Golf Course - Now Open
- Highland Driving Range - Now Open
- Highland National - Opens March 11
- Highland 9 Hole - Opens March 13
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Summer youth camps and programs from our partner organizations
Summer camps and programs are available through our partner organizations at many parks and recreation sites across Saint Paul. Registrations vary. Please contact the partner directly for more information.
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Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
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Camp Como is back: 2024 camp offerings are open or registration. Scholarships are available. Check them out now to help plan your summer.
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School programs: School programs are now being offered for PreK-6th grade. These programs are offered at Como or your school! Bus scholarships are available when booking a program at Como.
SAVE THE DATE: Saint Paul Parks and Recreation summer camp registration opens April 1.
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Summer Choice Fair
Wondering what other summer programs are available? Mark your calendars for the Summer Choice Fair where you can visit with a variety of organizations on-site to learn about their summer offerings.
Where: Oxford Community Center, 270 Lexington Pkwy N, Saint Paul, MN 55104
When: Sunday, April 28, 12pm - 3pm
Cost: Free
Free Metro Transit bus passes are available to those attending the event.
Interested in becoming a vendor? If your Saint Paul organization would like to table at this event, please fill out the vendor application form. (Please note, this event is for highlighting summer youth programs and registering participants. Merchandise sales are not allowed. If you are a craft vendor, please contact Edgcumbe Recreation Center at 651-695-3711 for information about upcoming craft fairs.)
Upcoming Events
- March 23, 10am-12pm - Eggstravaganza (Phalen)
- March 23, 12-2pm - Spring Holiday Carnival (Arlington Hills)
- March 23, 12-2pm - Giant Egg Hunt (McDonough)
- March 26 & April 30, 6:30-8pm - Themed Family Trivia (Battle Creek)
- April 8, 10, 12, 13, various times - Prom Sale (Battle Creek)
- April 17, 6:30-7:30pm - Family Bingo Night (Highland Park) *registration required
- April 20, 10am-3pm - Craft Fair (Edgcumbe)
- April 25, 6-8pm - Roller Skating (El Rio Vista)
- April 18, 5:30-7:30pm - Spring Fling Campus Party (Linwood)
- April 26, 5:30-7:30pm - Parent & Child Dance (Battle Creek)
- April 28, 12-3pm - Summer Choice Fair (Oxford/Jimmy Lee)
- May 11, 9am-12pm - Train Like A Hero (McMurray Fields) ($10-$20) *hosted by El Rio Vista Recreation Center, registration required
- May 17, 4-5:30pm - Roller Skate Party (McDonough)
- May 18, 1-3pm - Spring Celebration (Edgcumbe)
More Events
Featured Upcoming Activities
Preschool & Family
Youth & Teen
Adult
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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 bowling, fitness, wiffleball, indoor lawn games, a Spring Fling dance, and more! Schedules for March and April programming are available.
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Seeking 2024 Music in the Parks performers
Applications are now open for summer 2024 Music in the Parks performers at Mears Park and Como Lakeside Pavilion. Visit the Music in the Parks webpage for more information and to apply.
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Seeking proposals for a management partner at Frogtown Park and Farm
Saint Paul is seeking proposals for a management partner at Frogtown Park and Farm. Frogtown Park and Farm is a unique landmark that has been feeding the community - in more ways than one - since 2016. Proposals are due April 16, 2024.
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Parks for All Fundraiser
Give to the “Parks for All Campaign” today! Your donation can help make park programs available for all families. This fundraising campaign is a joint effort with the Saint Paul Parks Conservancy.
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