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Austin Parks and Recreation (APR), Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME), and C3 Presents staff and contractors worked around the clock this week to ensure Zilker Park's Great Lawn and surrounding areas are safe and ready for Weekend

The Doris Miller Auditorium at Rosewood Neighborhood Park, 2300 Rosewood Ave., was designated a historic landmark by Austin City Council on October 8, 2026. Noted for its architectural significance, community value, and historical associations, the D

Zilker Park is the crown jewel of Austin. Austin Parks and Recreation is fully committed to protecting the park and the Great Lawn’s long-term health, including ensuring its restoration to prime condition following the Austin City Limits Music Festiv

Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Rd., is closing Thursday, October 1, for facility abatement, renovation, and maintenance.

To address Labor Day Holiday Weekend public safety concerns at Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park, Austin Parks and Recreation will limit vehicle capacity during this high-use holiday weekend.

Our Guide to Activate Undeveloped Parks of Austin, created in collaboration with Central Texas Interfaith and Design Workshop Foundation, is the Gold Winner in the Grassroots Initiative Category from the Texas Planning Awards!

On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Austin Parks and Recreation will begin a project to maintain and restore the historic stone masonry retaining wall along the eastern edge of Barton Springs Pool.

Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest Pool celebrates its 70th Anniversary with a free community event.

Austin City Council and Austin Parks and Recreation announced an official city proclamation recognizing the vital role that parks and recreation play in improving the health, wellness and quality of life for all of our residents.