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Parks and Recreation

Parks make life better.

Contact us

20 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Alternating Fridays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: closed

About Parks and Recreation

Creating opportunities to LEARN, LIVE, and EXPLORE in Santa Ana everyday.

We deliver a variety of community services designed to enhance lives and strengthen our neighborhoods.  Our core services focus on access to nature, outdoor spaces to play and exercise, facilities for self-directed and organized recreation, and providing positive alternatives for youth engagement.  Through these activities, we foster social connections, human development, and lifelong learning.

The future looks promising and we are committed to providing exceptional services, facilities, and programs to our residents.


 

Find out what Parks and Recreation has to offer. Select one or more of the key services below to get started.

Explore the parks

Get in touch! Find contact information for recreation facilities.

Find the closest park to you and the amenities at each location.

Explore Santa Ana's current park projects.

Permits and reservations

Learn how to reserve one of Santa Ana's athletic facilities.

Picnic area, cabins, and the Santiago Park Gashouse/Amphitheater

Lights, camera, action!

Plan your next event in Santa Ana.


 

Upcoming events

Marigold Celebration at Jerome Park Community Garden

Jul 18 2025

Jerome Park

Join us at the Jerome Park Community Garden on Friday, July 18, for the Marigold Celebration!  Participate in a day of planting seeds, games, giveaways, and cultural activities that will teach you about Marigolds and their significance in every region. By planting seeds in late July, we will have the Marigolds blooming just in time...

Movies in the Park #6: ‘Toy Story’

Jul 18 2025

Memorial Park

Get ready for a night under the stars! Our annual Movies in the Park series is back in Santa Ana, and you’re invited! Bring your family and friends to enjoy FREE screenings of delightful films at different parks. Don’t forget to grab some popcorn while it lasts—it's going to be a night of fun! Click...

RecreAUTO at Memorial Park

Jul 21 2025

Memorial Park

Catch the RecreAUTO! Join us at Memorial Park every Monday, 5–7:30 p.m., for a fun, hands-on experience brought to you by Parks & Recreation. Explore programs, get some excercise, meet our Health & Wellness team (look for the bright green van), and discover all your community centers have to offer. For more information and to...

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