City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation

Join the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation for the Grand Opening of FootGolf at Candler Park Golf Course! Be among the first to experience this fast-growing sport that blends the precision of golf with the energy of soccer, perfect for all skill levels!

We’re bringing a fresh twist to the course with a fun-filled day featuring hands-on instruction, games, and a chance to connect with your community in a whole new way. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer, a soccer lover, or just looking for something different to try, this is your moment to get in the game.

📅 Saturday, May 16
🕒10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Candler Park Golf Course

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come see what FootGolf is all about!

Join the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation as we celebrate the grand opening of the Hope-Hill Elementary Community Schoolyard, a vibrant, student-inspired space designed to spark creativity, support outdoor learning, and serve as a welcoming neighborhood park beyond school hours.

This project reflects what’s possible when community, creativity, and collaboration come together to invest in our youth and our neighborhoods. Now it’s time to celebrate with the students, partners, and neighbors who helped bring it to life!

📅 Friday, May 8
🕐 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Hope-Hill Elementary School

We’ll see you there!

Stone Hogan Park is officially open and ready to welcome the community!

Last week, we celebrated the ribbon cutting for the newly completed improvements at Stone Hogan Park, bringing exciting upgrades to Southwest Atlanta. Families and residents can now enjoy a brand-new playground, refreshed trails, upgraded fitness stations, and more. Every enhancement was designed to make the park safer, more inviting, and more accessible for all.

These investments are about more than improving a space; they reflect our continued commitment to equity, wellness, and quality of life in every neighborhood. Parks like this strengthen communities, create opportunities to connect, and inspire healthier living.

We’re proud to keep moving Atlanta forward, one park at a time. 🌳

Come explore the new amenities and experience everything Stone Hogan Park has to offer!

What happens when you bring together curious minds, passionate naturalists, and Atlanta’s incredible green spaces? A weekend full of discovery. 🌿

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our BioBlitz as part of the City Nature Challenge! From spotting birds and insects to documenting plants and fungi, participants helped capture a snapshot of the rich biodiversity that thrives right here in Atlanta’s parks. Every observation contributed to a growing body of data that supports conservation efforts across our city and beyond.

But we’re not done yet.

The challenge continues through May 10, and there’s still time to be part of it. Whether you’re exploring a local park, walking your neighborhood trail, or stepping into your own backyard, you can help scientists and researchers better understand the species that call Atlanta home. Simply download the iNaturalist app, get outside, and start documenting what you see, no experience needed!

Let’s keep the momentum going and show the world the power of Atlanta’s biodiversity. Every observation counts!

Last chance to become a certified lifeguard with !

This training program is designed for entry-level lifeguard participants, ages 15 & up, interested in becoming certified lifeguards this summer.

Sign up today at: https://bit.ly/3Lcsur0, or visit the link in our bio.

In-person sessions will take place at Rosel Fann Natatorium on Friday, May 22 from 4–8 PM, and continue Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24 from 10 AM–8 PM each day.

For more information, contact Mr. Marcus Byams at [email protected], Deborah McKenzie at 404.546.4314, or visit Rosel Fann Rec Center (365 Cleveland Ave SE)

Deadline Extended!

In honor of FIFA World Cup matches coming to Atlanta, Depth of Field will transform the city into a public photography exhibition showcasing youth perspectives on Atlanta’s soccer culture. Photographers ages 11–25 are invited to submit original images that tell the story of soccer in Atlanta, whether it’s coaching, stadium moments, or neighborhood pick‑up games, all perspectives are welcome.

Submit by May 15, 2026 for your chance to win $500!

The City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation is transforming our city, one park at a time, through our Moving Atlanta Forward initiative.

This week, we’re spotlighting a series of improvements happening across the city geared towards enhancing the spaces where Atlantans gather and stay connected. From upgraded pool facilities that create safer, more enjoyable summer experiences, to revitalized parks and improved trail access that invite more exploration, these projects are designed to elevate everyday moments in our public green spaces.

As we prepare to welcome the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, these investments go beyond infrastructure, they’re about creating a more connected, accessible, and vibrant Atlanta for residents and visitors alike. With dozens of projects already completed, we’re continuing to strengthen the parks and recreation centers that serve as the heartbeat of our communities.

Stay tuned as we highlight more projects shaping the future of Atlanta’s parks.

Get your splash on this Spring and Summer at our community splash pads throughout the city starting TODAY!
Check out pads at Center Hill, Rodney Cook Sr. Park, D.H. Stanton, Historc Fourth Ward, Perkerson Park, and Rev. James Orange Park.
Our unique pads are FREE and open to the public daily from 10am until 8pm through Friday, October 2!

Tomorrow, May 1, we’re hosting our Jane’s Walk from Midtown to Piedmont Park, where we’ll explore themes of art, architecture, history, and culture.

Join interdisciplinary artist Felicia E. Gail and landscape planner Liza Mueller for an engaging exploration from MODA to The Noguchi Playscape in Piedmont Park, one of only two playgrounds created by the legendary sculptor Isamu Noguchi and completed in 1976.

As we journey from MODA through Midtown to this hidden gem, we invite you to capture your experiences with a camera, pencil, and paper. Gain insights from experts like Dr. Gaylan Williams, Atlanta’s Deputy Commissioner of Park Planning and Design, and Stephen Larkworthy, the Public Art Conservation Manager for the City of Atlanta. Together, we’ll delve into Noguchi’s vision, the playscape’s role in the park’s history, and its enduring significance as a public art piece. Take part in creative activities like capturing images and free-writing in response to the vibrant environment around you. Bring your curiosity, a digital camera, paper, and a writing tool. Feel free to pack a lunch and enjoy the park’s beauty afterward, or stroll back with Felicia and Liza.

Experience this unique opportunity to explore design in a whole new light!

Arrive early to Design Book Club from 12-1 pm in collaboration with MODA and Peachtree Branch Fulton County Library, as we delve into Listening to Stone: The Art and Life of Isamu Noguchi by Hayden Herrera.

To register, visit this website: https://www.museumofdesign.org/moda-events/janes-walk-noguchi-playscape-the-spaces-between

Thank you to everyone who came out to Jennie Drake Park as we officially celebrated the park’s brand‑new entrance! This milestone is more than a beautiful new gateway, it represents expanded accessibility, stronger neighborhood connectivity, and a warmer welcome for every visitor who steps into this beloved green space.

Improvements like this highlight our ongoing commitment to creating safer, more vibrant, and more inclusive parks across Atlanta. We encourage you to visit Jennie Drake Park and see the new entrance for yourself!