What we do Last updated or reviewed on December 3, 2024 Closures and Delays Community centers will operate on an inclement weather schedule on December 3, 2024. Childcare with indoor activities, crafts, and get-to-know-you games available for $5 per child at Crump Shiloh Center (for Buncombe County School students) and Avery Montford Center (for Asheville City School students) from 9am-6pm. Each child or teen should bring their own lunch and drink, but snacks are provided. Students enrolled in APR Afterschool do not pay the $5 fee. Burton Street and Murphy-Oakley centers are closed. All other community centers are open from 12-6pm, but regular programs are cancelled including APR Afterschool. All sports leagues and athletics practices are also cancelled. Unwrap Mountain Magic with Holly Jolly Holidays APR’s annual Holly Jolly Holidays series of festive events bring neighbors together to enjoy heartwarming traditions and the mountain spirit that shines brightly in our community all year DISCOVER HOLIDAY EVENTS Which Parks are Open? We’re working hard to reopen all locations following unprecedented damage from storms in September, but some will take more time. If a park is not listed, PLEASE stay away. Though some spaces look safe, there may be broken equipment, sinkholes, or other “unseen” dangers. Click on parks listed as partially open for more information. All riverfront parks and greenways are closed indefinitely. Riverside Cemetery is closed except to those attending funeral services. Click here for frequently asked questions OPEN Albemarle Park Amboy Riverfront Park Ann Patton Joyce Park Asheville Skatepark Aston Park (partial) Augusta Barnett Park Beaucatcher Overlook Park Burton Street Community Center Choctaw Park Dr. George Washington Carver Edible Park Dr. Wesley Grant Southside Community Center E.W. Grove Park Forest Park French Broad River Greenway (partial) Glenn’s Creek Greenway Grace’s Garden Griffing Boulevard Rose Garden Grove Street Community Center Harvest House Community Center Hazel Robinson Amphitheater Haw Creek Park (partial) Herb Watts Park Hominy Creek Greenway Hummingbird Park Jake Rusher Park Jean Webb Park Kenilworth Park Leah Chiles Park Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center Magnolia Park Malvern Hills Park (partial) Martin Luther King Jr. Park Masters Park Meadow Park (partial) Montford Park (partial) Murphy-Oakley Community Center Murray Hill Park Oakhurst Park Owens-Bell Park (partial) Pack Square Park Pearson Bridge River Access Area Pritchard Park Ray L. Kisiah Park Reed Creek Greenway Richmond Hill Park (partial) Roger Farmer Park Seven Springs Park Stephens-Lee Community Center Sunset Park Tempie Avery Montford Community Center Triangle Park Walton Street Park Weaver Park West Asheville Park (partial) CLOSED Azalea Park Carrier Park Craven Street Bridge Boating Access Area French Broad River Park John B. 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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. Pools & 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 Carrier Park Playground Neighborhoods: East West Asheville, Pisgah View Happening Now The new playground opened on August 15, 2024. View the City of Asheville’s active projects. For information about Asheville’s parks and recreation facilities, visit the Asheville Parks & Recreation page. Background As owner of Sulphur Springs Hotel (later changed [...] Richmond Hill Park Trail Network Expansion Beginning fall 2023, APR crews and community volunteers plan to increase hiking, walking, and biking options in Richmond Hill Park to include a 1.5-mile spur trail branching off of the existing Purple Trail. Roger Farmer Park In order to expand recreation opportunities in West Asheville, improvements at Roger Farmer Park include court resurfacing and field conversion. Explore Related ProjectsAsheville Parks & Recreation News Unwrap mountain magic with Asheville Parks & Recreation’s Holly Jolly Holidays Posted on November 20, 2024November 20, 2024 by Christy Edwards Our city’s holiday season heats up with Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR)’s annual Holly Jolly Holidays series of festive events that bring neighbors together to enjoy dazzling displays, heartwarming traditions, and the mountain spirit that shines brightly in our community all year. Discover the season of hope and explore APR’s full slate of events [...] Connect, Create, Celebrate: Asheville Parks & Recreation programs return Posted on November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 by Christy Edwards From neighborhood barbecues and community gardens to teen gaming nights and older adult hiking clubs, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) activities and special events are often at the heart of people’s lives. As our community recovers together, parks and recreation programs are coming back to help build connections, create new memories, and make life [...] City of Asheville offices to close Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day Posted on November 7, 2024November 7, 2024 by Kim Miller In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Asheville offices will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024. Here is a look at how the City will be observing the day, and any impact to services. Veterans Day Ceremony A Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at the Charles George VA [...] 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.
Pools & 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.
Carrier Park Playground Neighborhoods: East West Asheville, Pisgah View Happening Now The new playground opened on August 15, 2024. View the City of Asheville’s active projects. For information about Asheville’s parks and recreation facilities, visit the Asheville Parks & Recreation page. Background As owner of Sulphur Springs Hotel (later changed [...]
Richmond Hill Park Trail Network Expansion Beginning fall 2023, APR crews and community volunteers plan to increase hiking, walking, and biking options in Richmond Hill Park to include a 1.5-mile spur trail branching off of the existing Purple Trail.
Roger Farmer Park In order to expand recreation opportunities in West Asheville, improvements at Roger Farmer Park include court resurfacing and field conversion.
Unwrap mountain magic with Asheville Parks & Recreation’s Holly Jolly Holidays Posted on November 20, 2024November 20, 2024 by Christy Edwards Our city’s holiday season heats up with Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR)’s annual Holly Jolly Holidays series of festive events that bring neighbors together to enjoy dazzling displays, heartwarming traditions, and the mountain spirit that shines brightly in our community all year. Discover the season of hope and explore APR’s full slate of events [...]
Connect, Create, Celebrate: Asheville Parks & Recreation programs return Posted on November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 by Christy Edwards From neighborhood barbecues and community gardens to teen gaming nights and older adult hiking clubs, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) activities and special events are often at the heart of people’s lives. As our community recovers together, parks and recreation programs are coming back to help build connections, create new memories, and make life [...]
City of Asheville offices to close Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day Posted on November 7, 2024November 7, 2024 by Kim Miller In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Asheville offices will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024. Here is a look at how the City will be observing the day, and any impact to services. Veterans Day Ceremony A Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at the Charles George VA [...]
