July is Parks and Recreation Month

Join us in celebrating July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month! 🌞 This nationwide event highlights the importance of parks and recreation in building stronger, healthier, and more connected communities, particularly here in Santa Cruz! 🎊

Since 1985, communities across the country have honored over 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals, alongside countless seasonal staff and volunteers, who make our parks and public spaces thrive.

Discover The Power Of Parks and Recreation:

• The Power of Connection: Where friendships grow, cultures meet, and community bonds strengthen.
• The Power of Play: From laughter on playgrounds to youth sports and summer camps, play fuels creativity, confidence, and lifelong memories.
• The Power of Community: Our parks, beaches, and open spaces are gathering places for celebration, reflection, and healing.
• The Power of Nature: Enjoy the beauty and benefits of the outdoors, restoring and inspiring us.
• The Power of Belonging: Inclusive programs and welcoming spaces ensure everyone feels valued and supported.
• The Power of Well-Being: Parks promote physical health, mental wellness, and community resilience.

Join the Celebration! 🎈

All month long, Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation will host a variety of special events, summer programs, and community activities across our beautiful parks, beaches, and open spaces. Whether you’re participating in a class, cheering at a game, exploring a trail, or relaxing by the coast, there are countless ways to get involved.

We encourage you to get outside, connect with others, and celebrate the incredible spaces and people that make Santa Cruz stronger! Share your July adventures using:
#SantaCruzParksAndRec
#JulyIsParkAndRecMonth
#ParksMakeLifeBetter

Let’s celebrate the power that unites us — all July long! 🌟