Austin Parks and Recreation is celebrating Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), by inviting our community to share their experiences, memories and stories about what parks and recreation mean to them. A variety of activities are planned for residents of all ages and abilities including swim lessons, senior activities, community recreation center programming, summer playgrounds, fitness classes, volleyball, softball and more!  

"As we celebrate Park and Recreation Month, we’re affirming that parks are essential to the health, well-being, and vitality of every Austin resident," said Jesús Aguirre, Director of Austin Parks and Recreation and Chair of the NRPA Board of Directors. "From creating safe, equitable spaces where everyone belongs, to conserving natural resources for future generations, Austin Parks and Recreation is proud to be at the heart of what makes our community active, healthy and connected to nature." 

NRPA and Austin Parks and Recreation encourages everyone who supports parks and recreation to post why their local park and recreation professionals are important to them on social media using the hashtag #BuildTogetherPlayTogether. 

To learn more about Park and Recreation Month, visit AustinTexas.gov/Parks and NRPA.org/July.

About the National Recreation and Park Association 
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. With more than 60,000 members, NRPA advances this mission by investing in and championing the work of park and recreation professionals and advocates – the catalysts for positive change in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. For more information, visit nrpa.org.