Park Events
Park Projects
Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse Rehabilitation at Barton Springs Pool
Date of closure: February 15, 2024 – Spring 2025
Description: Closed for construction starting on February 15, 2024 with substantial completion anticipated in spring 2025. As with any construction project, schedules may change as the work progresses. Temporary restroom and shower facilities will be provided next to the bathhouse while it is under construction.
Pedestrian Bridge at Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metropolitan Park
Date of closure: May 28, 2015 – Summer 2024
Description: The pedestrian bridge is closed due to flood damage until further notice.
Highland Neighborhood Park
Date of closure: December 12, 2022 – Winter 2024
Description: Highland Neighborhood Park is closed for construction. Austin Parks and Recreation Department is working with the contractor to provide safe access to the existing playground after construction sequencing is complete. Please view the project website for more information.
Brownie Neighborhood Park
Date of closure: December 12, 2022 – Winter 2024
Description: Brownie Neighborhood Park is closed for construction. The existing playground and developing orchard at the north end of the park will remain open through construction. Please view project website for more information.
Dick Nichols Park Beckett Meadows Pond Rehabilitation
Date of work: Fall 2024 (work duration approximately 6 months)
Description: Repair work on the Beckett Meadows stormwater control pond.
Zilker Eagle
Date of closure: September 23, 2024 – October 18, 2024
Description: The Zilker Eagle Mini Train is taking a break due to ongoing construction and events taking place in the Zilker Park area.
POOLS & SPLASH PADS
Ricky Guerrero Splash Pad
Date of closure: October 5, 2024 – TBD
Description: The Ricky Guerrero Splash Pad is closed for emergency repairs.
TRAILS
Shoal Creek Trail (24th to 29th of Lamar)
Date of closure: closed indefinitely
Description: Damaged by landslide. Austin Parks and Recreation Department is working with Public Works and the Austin Transportation Department to plan, design and implement improvements to the trail detour route east of the creek.
Trail Access Closed at Willow Street
Date of closure: September, 2021 – 2026
Description: Trail access at Willow Street is temporarily closed due to construction. See map for the nearest trail access point. The trail access will be closed throughout construction of 98 Red River for an approximate duration of 64 months.
Roy and Ann Butler Hike and Bike Trail Detour at the Wishbone Bridge/Longhorn Dam
Date of detour: July 15, 2024 – January 2026
Description: The Wishbone Bridge/Longhorn Dam construction project begins July 1, 2024. The construction project will involve a detour route for pedestrians and cyclists. The project time line is July 1, 2024 – construction begins, July 8, 2024 – Closures start, July 15, 2024 – Trail detour begins, January 2026 (approximately 18 months) – Detour ends.
Get more project information.
Ann & Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail Detour at Waterloo Greenway - Confluence Project
Date of detour: September 2024 – December 2024
Description: A series of detours near the Waller Creek area on the Butler Trail begin on July 22. . All trail users are urged to slow down and be prepared to stop when approaching Waller Creek. Bicyclists and pedestrians should continue to take special care near the detour. The trail will remain open throughout. The work is part of the Waterloo Greenway Confluence construction project.
FACILITIES
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC)
Date of closure: January 2023 – TBA
Description: The ESB-MACC will be closed for its Phase 2 expansion and renovation project starting in January 2023. Programs and events will be held at other sites. Check ESB-MACC website for locations of our 2023 programs. The ESB-MACC main office will be at the Dougherty Arts Center and the number will remain the same: 512-974-3772.
Asian American Resource Center - Ballroom
Date of closure: July 22, 2024 – TBA
Description: The Ballroom at the Asian American Resource Center (AARC) will be closed temporarily for interior renovations. The Ballroom will be unavailable for rentals until construction is complete. The rest of the AARC will remain open and operational.
Zilker Botanical Garden
Dates of closure: October 4 – 6, 2024, October 11 – 13, 2024
Description: The Zilker Botanical Garden will be closed during both ACL Festival weekends.
PLAYGROUNDS
Davis White Northwest Neighborhood Park Playground
Dates of closure: October 8, 2024 – February 2025
Description: The Davis White Northwest Neighborhood Park Playground will be closed from October 8, 2024 to February 2025 due to construction work for a playscape replacement. The playground replacement will provide new playground equipment and surfacing while ensuring compliance with ADA standards for amenities and walkways. Read more about the Davis White Northwest Neighborhood Park Playground replacement project.
ATHLETICS AND GOLF
Roy Kizer Golf Course
Date of closure: Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., August to Mid-September
Description: Roy Kizer Golf Course is resuming normal operations on Wednesday, August 7. For the first 6 weeks after August 7, Kizer will be closed on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for topdressing and verti-cutting. The course will be fully open on Labor Day, September 2, 2024.
TURF
ROAD/PARKING LOT CLOSURES
Barton Springs Pool, North Parking Lot
Date of closure: February 15, 2024–Spring 2025
Description: Starting on Thursday, February 15 and continuing through spring 2025, public parking on the north side of Barton Springs Pool will not be available, and William Barton Drive will be limited to emergency vehicles and construction deliveries. For more information, visit the Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse Rehabilitation project page.
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Parking Lot
Date of closure: March 10, 2023–2025
Description: Parking lot will be closed to the public for the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 Improvement Project. All vehicles remaining in the lot at this time will be towed at the owner's expense. Construction is anticipated to be complete in early 2025.
Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park Parking Lot
Date of closure: July 15, 2024-TBD
Description: The Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park parking lot for disc golf and soccer fields will be closed for an emergency repair to a potable water line starting on Monday, July 15, 2024. The parking lot will remain closed until the emergency repairs are completed.
Pease Park Kingsbury Commons Parking Lot
Date of closure: September 6, 2024-September 9, 2024
Description: There will be a partial closure of the small parking lot at Kingsbury Commons on Friday (9/6) through Monday (9/9). The park is receiving a Dillo Dirt delivery that will help care for the Great Lawn.
PARTIAL CLOSURE
EVENTS
The following PARD facilities are CLOSED to the public:
- Girl Scout Cabin indoor space
- Sunshine Camp indoor space
- Zilker Caretaker House