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Austin Parks and Recreation Services

Visit Barton Springs Pool
Plan your trip to Barton Springs Pool, a three-acre swimming pool fed by underground springs in Zilker Metropolitan Park.
Permits & Reserving Park Spaces
Office of Special Events permits reservations at day use picnic areas, facilities, campsites, and commercial filming or photography.
Register for a Parks and Recreation activity
Austin’s Parks and Recreation Department offers many activities, from summer camps and swimming lessons to ceramics and dance. Here’s how to sign up!
Request a permit for fitness and health instruction in a City park
A permit is required for regular, instructor-led fitness classes held on City parkland.
Request Permits & Parkland Reservations
A permit is required for any short-term concessions sold on City parkland.