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PP&R recruiting High School Freshman Students for EAGLE Caddie Program

Opportunities for Summer Employment and a full College Scholarship

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Commissioner Nick Fish passes away

Our thoughts and condolences are with Commissioner Fish's family and friends.

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Portland Parks Board statement on Commissioner Fish's passing

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PP&R's Native American Family Day & Marketplace returns Saturday, November 23

Annual celebration of Native culture includes food, arts, crafts

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Major Bank of America Grant Enhances PP&R’s Mobile Lunch + Play Program

Crucial Summer Free For All program provides free lunches, games, and activities to kids citywide

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Glenhaven Park playground set to reopen; public celebration set

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PP&R Urban Forestry Celebrates Arbor Day 2019 and the Fall planting season

FREE yard tree giveaways and other family-friendly events

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New Bond-funded bridges complete in Southwest Portland parks

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PP&R and partners host Charles Jordan Birthday Celebration on August 31, 2019

A celebration of the life of one of Portland’s most influential leaders, held at his namesake community center

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Extensive improvements begin at Leach Botanical Garden

Completion expected in summer 2020; project creates a new regional destination in East Portland

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PP&R and HLC celebrate Portland Open Space Sequence grand reopening

Portland Parks & Recreation and The Halprin Landscape Conservancy (HLC) are pleased to announce that restoration of the four historic sites within the Portland Open Space Sequence is complete.

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PP&R presents 2019 Walk with Refugees & Immigrants - Sunday, July 21, 2019

A celebration and show of support for and with Portlanders from around the globe

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Peninsula Pool reopens for summer on July 8, 2019

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PP&R's 2019 Portland World Soccer Tournament features record number of teams

A celebration of those new to Portland and to the United States

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Hot weather is on the way – stay cool with Portland Parks & Recreation

Hot weather is on the way – stay cool with Portland Parks & Recreation

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Keep cool with PP&R interactive fountains and splash pads

Outdoor swim pools open Tuesday, June 19, 2018

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Outdoor pools open for summer on Tuesday, June 18, 2019

ALL indoor and outdoor pools to be CLOSED for staff training on Monday, June 17

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