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Parks & Recreation
Our Mission
To unite and grow lives by preserving parks and encouraging play.
UNITE internally and within the community, GROW lives physically, mentally, and emotionally, PRESERVING parks by being good stewards, ENCOURAGE PLAY
Our Vision
Parks and Recreation is responsible for fostering a sense of community and enhancing the quality of life of residents and visitors by providing recreational, educational, and wellness opportunities; supporting Denton's economic vitality through special events, and providing beautiful, well-maintained parks and public spaces while being good stewards of the environment.
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Bowling Green Grant
On August 1, 2022, the Parks and Recreation Department submitted a grant application to Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) for the Local Park Grant for i... Read on... -
Clear Creek has River Otters
Yes, we have them at Clear Creek. There have been many occasions where something was spotted in the water, but determining whether it was a beaver, ot... Read on... -
Adapted Rec Bring's Recreation to All
Adapted and Inclusive Recreation, or AIR, is the City’s Parks and Recreation program for individuals with physical, intellectual, and emotional disabi... Read on... -
Black History Month
Black History Month began as National Negro Week in 1926 and in 1976 President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month. Read on... -
Parks and Recreation Volunteer Highlight
Meet our Volunteer from the Denton Senior Center, Denise! Read on... -
Heart Health Month
Your Heart is one of the most important organs in your body. Here are some easy tips to keep your heart healthy and ticking all year long! Read on... -
Aquatics Water Park Project Update
Cheers to another great week in Aquatics Off-Season! Read on... -
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Parks and Recreation Replaces Trash and Recycling Containers with a Grant
The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) wanted to reduce the amount of litter in its parks while improving the amount of uncontamina... Read on... -
Healthy Holidays
The holidays can be a fun and festive time, but it comes with its own stresses and challenges; this is especially true when it comes to our health! Read on... -
Healthy Thanksgiving
Colder weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and Thanksgiving feasts. Here are a few ways to keep health and fitness a priority as the season changes from su... Read on... -
Tree Giveaway Wrap Up
Keep Denton Beautiful (KDB) hosted its 24th Annual Community Tree Giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 22. At the drive-thru event, 700 trees were distributed t... Read on... -
Wreaths Across America
Wreaths Across America is a program whose mission is to Remember, Honor and Teach. Annually, Wreaths Across America partners with various civic organi... Read on... -
Healthy Halloween
Colder weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and Halloween candy. Here are a few ways to keep health and fitness a priority as the season changes from summer... Read on... -
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Cole Ranch Neighborhood Park
On September 12, the Parks, Recreation, and Beautification board adopted the conceptual master plan for the neighborhood park of Cole Ranch, phase 1. Read on... -
Parks and Recreation Rental Spaces Available
Host your child’s next birthday party at one of Denton’s recreation centers! Our 1 ½ hour birthday packages include a decorated party room, your choic... Read on... -
Mountain Bike Trail
Last November the City of Denton, Parks and Recreation and biking community celebrated the official grand opening of the Hartlee Field Mountain Bike T... Read on... -
Hispanic Heritage Month
Every year from September 15 to October 15, Americans celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by appreciating the community's history, heritage, an... Read on... -
Keep Denton Beautiful
For over three decades, Keep Denton Beautiful (KDB) has partnered with families, neighborhoods, businesses, and community groups all over Denton to ac... Read on... -
National Senior Center Month
Each year, we take an entire month to celebrate and recognize the importance and benefits of senior centers. September is known as National Senior Cen... Read on... -
Women's Health and Fitness Day
Recognizing that women have specific needs when it comes to health and wellness, National Women's Health and Fitness Day was established in 2002 and i... Read on... -
Lawn Management and the Challenges of KR Bluestem
KR Bluestem is a difficult grass to manage because it grows at an incredible rate – as much as two to three feet in as little as seven or ten days. Ev... Read on...
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Parks & Recreation
Phone (940) 349-7275
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Gary Packan
Parks and Recreation Director
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Nikki Sassenus
Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation
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Fince Espinoza
Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation
- What is the rainout number?
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The rainout number provides updates on athletic field conditions as needed, by 4 p.m. on weekdays and by 8 a.m. on weekends. The number is (940) 349-8276.
- Where is customer service located?
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Primary customer service is located inside Denton Civic Center at 321 E McKinney Street, with support staff at the front desk of each rec center.
- Where is administration located?
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Park administration is located at the Service Center at 901 B Texas St.
- Do you offer financial assistance?
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We offer assistance for some of our programs for families to meet qualifications. Please contact customer service at 940-349-7275 to inquire about assistance.
- How do I report an unsafe condition?
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Comments, concerns, and/or suggestions may be submitted anytime via email to Parks and Recreation.