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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

Boys Basketball Registration

Oct 22 2025

Jerome Center

The Boys Basketball season is officially tipping off, and boys from Pre-K through 8th grade are invited to join the action. Get moving this winter with an exciting 8-game season, plus playoffs! In-person registration will take place at the Jerome Recreation Center (726 S. Center St.) on the following dates: Wednesday, October 22: 5:30 –...

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Meeting

Oct 23 2025

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. The agenda for regular meetings will be made available 72 hours in advance to the meeting. The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission regularly meets in the City Hall Council Chamber, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA...

Harvest Festival

Oct 24 2025

El Salvador Park

Join the fun at the Harvest Festival at the El Salvador Park Community Garden on October 24 from 4 - 6 p.m. There will be a mini pumpkin giveaway, pumpkin decorating, craft booths, snacks, games, and a costume contest. Admission is free so gather your friends and family and have some festive fun! For more...

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