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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

Centennial Park Improvements Groundbreaking Ceremony

Nov 5 2025

Centennial Park

Join us for a groundbreaking ceremony for several new projects at Centennial Park that will make this recreational space even better for our community. These improvements include restoration of the lake with a lakeside event area, a new walking trail connecting to the Santa Ana River, picnic and open play spaces, new lighting throughout the...

RECREAuto: Fall Schedule

Nov 5 2025

Morrison Park

Community center fun is being brought to you through the RECREAuto, coming to Morrison Park every Wednesday from 2 - 4 p.m. through December 10 . Look out for the Health and Wellness team and join in on: Arts and crafts Games Sports And more! To view more information and to register, please visit: tinyurl.com/RECREAutoFall2025 

Garden workshops: honoring indigenous ingredients

Nov 5 2025

El Salvador Park

Join our garden workshop where we will be learning about the indigenous foods of the California Indians through activities, food history and recipes using heirloom vegetables, fruits, seeds, and acorns. Date: Every Wednesday during November Location: El Salvador Park Community Garden Time: 3 - 5 p.m. For more information and to register, please visit: tinyurl.com/SANovWrkshps 

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