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DPR halloween graphic inviting folks to come to one of dozens of events

Enjoy Halloween at DPR.... If You Dare!

TRICKS and TREATS for all of DC's ghosts and goblins at dozens of SPOOK-tacular events across all of DC!

Winter Programs Registration Opens November 6 and 7

Winter Programs Registration

Winter Program Registration OPENS SOON:

Wed, November 6 - Aquatics
Thur, November 7 - Non-Aquatics

Noon both days!

DPR programs, field trips, and events for young people!

DPR Youth Development

DPR programs, field trips, and events for young people!

DC Senior Games

DC Senior Games

Registration for the DC Senior Games is OPEN.

The games will take place across several venues during fall 2024.

DC residents, age 50 and over, as of December 31, 2024, are eligible to participate in the Senior Games.

Flyer promoting free produce giveaways

Free Produce from DPR

FREE produce at DPR urban gardens:

May 14 - November 28, 2024
TUESDAYS at Edgewood
WEDNESDAY at Lederer Gardens
THURSDAY at Powell Communal Farm

The DC Department of Parks and Recreation has launched a Youth Development Professional Certification in partnership with the George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership (GW CEPL).

DPR x GW = Professionalizing Play

The DC Department of Parks and Recreation has launched a Youth Development Professional Certification in partnership with the George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership (GW CEPL).

Ready 2 Play Release Flyer

Ready2Play Parks and Recreation Master Plan

Check out DPR's NEW 20-year master plan, Ready 2 Play!

Featured Services

Attend Events

Find fun near you.

Summer Camps

2024 DPR Summer Camp Information and Details

Apply for a Permit

Reserve space in a DPR facility or park.

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Register for a Program

Register for a DPR Program

Find a Pool

Check hours and location of an indoor or outdoor pool near you.

Memberships and Passes

Get access to Programs, Fitness centers and Aquatic facilities.

Latest

Nov 1 2024

Mayor Bowser Marks Start of Hypothermia Season, Urges Residents to Stay Vigilant and Support Neighbors in Need of Warmth and Shelter

Accessible, On-Demand Transportation to Shelter is Available by Calling (202) 399-7093 or 311

Oct 23 2024

Mayor Bowser Encourages Residents to Attend DPR and MPD Halloween Events and Work Together to Keep Trick-or-Treaters Safe

Drivers Urged to Slow Down and Use Caution During Trick-or-Treating

Oct 10 2024

Modified District Government Services for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, October 14, the District Government will observe Indigenous Peoples’...

Oct 10 2024

DPR Launches New Program for Youth Development Professionals with George Washington University

PRESS RELEASE CONTACT: DPR Customer Care: (202) 673-7647 MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Tucker (DPR) - (...

Sep 19 2024

DPR to Close on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, for an All-Staff Day of Professional Development

DPR to Close on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, for an All-Staff Day of Professional Development...

Jun 6 2017

6.26.17 - Public Oversight Roundtable on the District's Crime Prevention Strategies for Summer 2017 - Director Keith Anderson

Testimony as written and submitted.

Apr 26 2017

4.26.17 - Agency Budget Oversight Hearing on Fiscal Year 2018 - Director Keith Anderson

Testimony as written and submitted.

Feb 10 2017

2.10.17 - Agency Performance Oversight Hearing - Director Keith Anderson

Testimony as written and submitted.

Apr 4 2016

4.14.16 - Agency Budget Oversight Hearings on Fiscal Year 2017 - Director Keith Anderson

Testimony as written and submitted.

Mar 21 2016

3.7.16 - Agency Performance Oversight Hearing - Director Keith Anderson

Testimony as written and submitted.

Mar 4 2016

Hearst Recreation Center Temporarily Closed - March 4, 2016

Nov 10 2015

Grass Fields Closed Tuesday, November 10, 2015

DPR Customer Service: (202) 673-7647 DPR Media Contact: John Stokes, (202) 288-7275, john.stokes@...

Nov 9 2015

Grass Fields Closed Monday, November 9, 2015

DPR Customer Service: (202) 673-7647 DPR Media Contact: John Stokes, (202) 288-7275, john.stokes@...

Oct 1 2015

Langdon Park Community Center Temporarily Closed

DPR Customer Service: (202) 673-7647   DPR Media Contacts: John Stokes, (202) 288-7275; John....

Sep 30 2015

Congress Heights Recreation Center Temporarily Closed

DPR Customer Service: (202) 673-7647   DPR Media Contacts: John Stokes, (202) 288-7275; John....

Jun 5 2024

Banneker Diving Board

A statement on the diving board that was formerly at Bannaker outdoor pool.

Dec 12 2022

Private Swim Instruction Protocol

The following requirements and safety protocol apply to persons who are granted permits to conduct...

Aug 28 2019

Jelleff Field Statement from DPR Director Delano Hunter

The following is a statement from DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Director Delano...

Aug 14 2017

Statement from DPR Director - Keith A. Anderson on Incident at Rumsey Aquatic Center

DPR Customer Service: (202) 673-7647 DPR Media Contacts: John Stokes (202) 288-7275, john.stokes@dc...

May 10 2017

DPR Statement Regarding Softball League Rules

Since 2007, DPR has proudly provided the public with two coed softball leagues; the “5/5” league...

Department of Parks and Recreation

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Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

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1275 First Street, NE, 8th floor, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 673-7647
Fax: (202) 673-2087
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]

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Mayoral Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Douglass Community Center Playground - Douglass Community Center

Last Date:

Come out and join Mayor Vincent C. Gray, Councilmember Marion Barry, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), the DC Department of General Services (DGS) and the Douglass community as we cut the ribbon on the newest Play DC playground in Ward 8.

The concept for Douglass’ play space centers on the historic abolitionist Frederick Douglass’ life. The memorial groves represent 3 of the phases and locations of Mr. Douglass’ life.

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