Parks and Recreation

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency

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

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency is responsible to deliver a variety of services to the community that includes recreation programs, parks, and operations of the Santa Ana Zoo. The core services our agency provides is essential in making lives and communities better now and in the future by providing access to nature, outdoor space to play and exercise, facilities for self-directed and organized recreation, positive alternatives for youth, and activities that encourage 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.

Events

Find information on City Produced Events or Parks and Recreation Events.

Aquatics

The City of Santa Ana provides public recreational swimming for people of all ages.

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Teen Programs

The Teen Programing provides teens ages 13 to 17 with a monthly excursion to teen-friendly locations FREE of charge. As well as access to our Teen HUB.

Live Butterfly Experience Takes Flight at Santa Ana Zoo

Posted on July 18, 2022

SANTA ANA, CA – The City of Santa Ana is pleased to announce Flight – A Live Butterfly Experience is now open at the Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park. Immerse yourself in the movement, beauty, and color of hundreds of tropical butterflies in the Flight aviary. Study the butterfly life cycle in the emergence...

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Find Summer Fun in Santa Ana

Posted on June 8, 2022

Summer is almost here, and the City of Santa Ana offers many fun, educational and active events and activities for people of all ages! Swimming Pools City swimming pools are open until September 5. Info: https://www.santa-ana.org/aquatics/

Santa Ana City Council Approves First Parks Master Plan

Posted on May 18, 2022

The document guides development of parks, facilities, trails and open space for the next 10 years. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved the City of Santa Ana’s first Parks Master Plan on Tuesday, May 17, to guide its investment in parks, facilities, trails, and open space over the next 10...

Aug 11 2022

Concerts in the Park: The OC3

5:30pm - 8:30pm Portola Park

Add to calendar 2022-08-11 17:30:00 2022-08-11 20:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Concerts in the Park: The OC3 Join us every Thursday in August for live music, food trucks, and kids' activities during our Concerts in the Park Series. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with live music from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. These fun-filled, family events are free of charge. Band: The OC3 Genre: Classic rock of the 70's, 80's and 90's Location: Portola Park, 1700 E. Santa Clara Ave 1700 E Santa Clara, Santa Ana, CA 92705
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Join us every Thursday in August for live music, food trucks, and kids' activities during our Concerts in the Park Series. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with live music from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. These fun-filled, family events are free of charge. Band: The OC3 Genre: Classic rock of the 70's, 80's and 90's...

Aug 12 2022

Birch Summer Series: The Goonies

5:00pm - 9:30pm Birch Park

Add to calendar 2022-08-12 17:00:00 2022-08-12 21:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Birch Summer Series: The Goonies Join us for the Birch Summer Series taking place every Friday, August 5 – 26, 2022 at Birch Park, 210 N Birch St. This new movie series will showcase a classic family film every Friday night beginning at dusk. Doors open at 5 p.m. with pre-show live music beginning at 6:30 p.m. Children can enjoy arts n’ crafts prior to the movie screening and the first 50 guests will get a free bag of popcorn! Don’t forget to pick up dinner at your favorite Downtown restaurant, bring a lawn chair and blanket, and be ready to enjoy a lovely evening under the stars! Movie screening and concession booth coordinated by The Frida Cinema. Friday, August 12, 2022 Doors open at 5 p.m. Birch Park, 210 N. Birch St. 210 N Birch St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
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Join us for the Birch Summer Series taking place every Friday, August 5 – 26, 2022 at Birch Park, 210 N Birch St. This new movie series will showcase a classic family film every Friday night beginning at dusk. Doors open at 5 p.m. with pre-show live music beginning at 6:30 p.m. Children can enjoy...

Aug 17 2022

Movies in the Park: Jungle Cruise

5:30pm - 9:30pm Madison Park

Add to calendar 2022-08-17 17:30:00 2022-08-17 21:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Movies in the Park: Jungle Cruise The Santa Ana Movies in the Park series will take place every Wednesday, beginning June 8 through August 31, 2022 at various City parks throughout Santa Ana. Pre-movie festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will include exhibitors, jumpers, and arts and crafts for kids. Movie screenings will begin promptly at dusk. Free popcorn will be provided to the first 500 guests each night, while supplies last. Food vendors will also be offering affordable and delicious dinner and dessert options. The series is free to attend. What you may bring Guests may bring their own lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. Dogs may attend but must remain on leashes. What you may not bring Alcohol is not allowed. More information Audio headsets will also be available for guests who would like to enjoy the movie in an alternate language (languages vary on availability). Contact If you have any questions, call (714) 571-4200. 1528 S Standard Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
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The Santa Ana Movies in the Park series will take place every Wednesday, beginning June 8 through August 31, 2022 at various City parks throughout Santa Ana. Pre-movie festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will include exhibitors, jumpers, and arts and crafts for kids. Movie screenings will begin promptly at dusk. Free popcorn will...

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