Registration for our summer camps, creative workshops, and more opens on Monday, April 7 for Kalamazoo city residents and for non-residents on Monday, April 14. Check out all the fun programs we have planned!
Looking for a fun summer job where you can spend time outside and make a positive impact on your community? From camp counselor to lifeguard, we have something for everyone!
Explore Kalamazoo's city parks, view amenities, and find parks near you.
Sign up on Civic Rec to register for programs, reserve parks, or before buying a pool membership.
Find current Kzoo Parks programs and learn how to register.
View upcoming events hosted by Kzoo Parks
Reserve space in a city park for a private gathering or event.
Learn how to host a public event for everyone in our community to enjoy.
Volunteer with a group or organization to help care for your favorite park.
Help is available to make programs affordable for everyone.
Learn about Kzoo Parks and park rules and policies
Published on February 06, 2025
Kzoo Parks will host a week-long Winter Scavenger Hunt from Wednesday, February 12 to Wednesday, February 19. Items will be hidden in 15 participating city parks for residents to discover for a chance to win prizes.
Published on February 03, 2025
Kzoo Parks is inviting the entire Kalamazoo community to Mayors’ Riverfront Park on Thursday, February 13 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for a “Flurry of Fun,” a free winter event for the Kalamazoo community to embrace the fun side of winter.
Published on January 14, 2025
Kalamazoo residents are encouraged to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by taking part in the annual Community-Wide Day of Service on Monday, January 20.
April 11, 2025
Volunteers will distribute free food boxes in the parking lot at Mayors’ Riverfront Park. Any community member in need of food can drive or walk-up and receive a box.
April 12, 2025
Join us this spring to clean up litter and remove invasive plants from Mayors' Riverfront Park.
April 13, 2025
Join us this spring to clean up litter and remove invasive plants from Verburg Park.
Looking for a break from the boring? A little fresh air? To get out and get active? With 33 city parks to choose from, Kalamazoo has plenty of options!
Sign your child up for a youth program, play in an adult sports league, or enjoy any of our community's parks, facilities, and green spaces at your own pace. See you out there!
13% of Michigan kids participate in afterschool activities
44% say they would if they could
Celebrate spring with egg hunting, fun games, pictures with the Bunny, and more!
Help clean up litter and remove invasive species in Verburg and Mayors' Riverfront Parks this April!
View our updated master plan and see our vision for parks enhancements for the next five years.
Kalamazoo’s city parks are the perfect setting for whatever your creativity can conjure. Many well-known and loved organizations collaborate with Kzoo Parks to create unforgettable events. We are grateful for the generosity and support of our community partners, which allows us to offer even better parks and experiences. We know that working alongside our friends and neighbors, and with the support of Kalamazoo’s many great businesses and organizations, is the best way to utilize our public spaces. Thank you!