We are honored to welcome Brownsville, Texas's Mayor John Cowen, Jr. as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Mayor Cowen supports increased federal investment in our nation’s community parks, recognizing that they are fundamental to healthy, connected, and revitalized neighborhoods.

Greater & Greener 2026 is where education and exploration converge. 🏙️🌳 With both indoor and outdoor sessions, you'll cultivate strategies and tools on how to use parks to build more sustainable, vibrant, and equitable cities.

What’s working in park partnership management in cities across the country? Find out, and share your own experiences, at our upcoming member-exclusive Peer Conversation on Tuesday, June 9 at 2 PM ET. Register at: bit.ly/Conversation.... Not a member yet? Sign up now to attend

Greater & Greener rates increase this Monday, June 1! Don't miss your chance to join us in Austin, Texas, this June 13-16, for a one-of-a-kind gathering, bringing the power of urban parks to life. Register before rates increase: greatergreener.org.

At our upcoming member-exclusive Peer Conversation on Tuesday, June 9 at 2 PM ET, connect and network with peers on managing partnerships with examples from park organizations in Raleigh, NC and Milwaukee, WI. Register at: bit.ly/Conversation.... Not a member yet? Sign up now to attend!

We are honored to welcome Chicago, IL's Mayor Brandon Johnson as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Mayor Johnson supports increased federal investment in our nation’s community parks, recognizing that they are fundamental to cities. Learn more at mayorsforparks.org.

Are you a new or aspiring park agency leader? At the Greater & Greener Leadership Workshop on Sunday, June 14, from 9 am - 12 pm, gain the tools and insight to make a greater impact, faster, in your community. Learn more and register at: bit.ly/4e2TGTF.

At Greater & Greener 2026 this June 13-16, 2026, join experts from the National Park Service’s Land and Water Conservation Fund and past ORLP grantees at educational sessions across Austin, Texas, for an inside look at how the federal grant program works. Swipe to explore the available sessions:

At our webinar last week, we discussed managing public-private and cross-agency partnerships using robust, thorough written agreements. Dive deeper into this topic with your peers at our upcoming member-exclusive Peer Conversation on Tuesday, June 9 at 2 PM ET. Register at: bit.ly/PartnershipA....

At Greater & Greener 2026, discover how Austin is revolutionizing park infrastructure! Visit the new sustainable maintenance facility in Zilker Park, a LEED Silver-certified facility, which integrates cutting-edge sustainability measures throughout its design Register: bit.ly/ZilkerParkMo...

What does 20 years of building an urban parks movement teach you? That parks hold a city’s DNA. Over that time, Alliance executive director Catherine Nagel has championed the evolution of green spaces from simple places of respite into the vital infrastructure that anchors our communities.

We’re thrilled to announce our Greater & Greener 2026 Plenary session speakers! You won’t want to miss the conversation with Norma García-Gonzalez, Heather Lubov, Daniel Rice, and moderator Lynn Ross.

We are getting close to selling out Greater & Greener 2026: Austin, TX, happening this June 13-16, 2026! Austin is ready to show urban parks professionals from around the world how it's done. As we approach sellout, register now to secure your spot! Register at greatergreener.org.

We’re thrilled to announce our Greater & Greener 2026 Keynote speakers! You won’t want to miss the conversation with Eric Klinenberg, Maryam Banikarim, and moderator Francesca de Quesada Covey. Register: cityparksalliance.org/greater-greener/session/keynote-the-role-of-parks-in-social-cohesion.

Strong Agreements = stronger partnerships = vibrant parks. To deliver high-quality public spaces, you can’t go it alone. Well-thought-through written agreements ensure partner roles are clearly defined, responsibilities are communicated, and all parties are set up for success.

Greater & Greener, happening June 13-16, 2026, in Austin, Texas, is almost SOLD OUT! We’re thrilled that so many park professionals are eager to join us in Austin. If you haven’t already registered, please do so ASAP at: greatergreener.org.

Want to bring federal Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) funding to your city? On May 20 from 1–2 PM ET, join our one-hour virtual roundtable with Next City in anticipation of the National Park Service’s (NPS) upcoming NOFO. Register at: nextcity.org/events/detail/24619.

Are you arriving early in Austin for Greater & Greener? Join us for Volunteer Service Day, taking place before the Opening Reception on Sunday, June 14, from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm, with no additional fee to participate! Register: cityparksalliance.org/greater-greener/volunteer-service-day.

If building park partnerships feels like a daunting challenge, join our upcoming member-exclusive webinar to discover models for developing agreements that streamline management, operations, and programming. 📅 Wednesday, May 13 🕐 1:00-2:15 pm ET 👥 Virtual (Zoom) Register at: bit.ly/ParkPartners....

Join our upcoming member-exclusive webinar on Wednesday, May 13, at 1 pm ET to hear how organizations in Houston and the St. Louis region use robust agreements, clear communication, and well-defined protocols to execute complex partnerships. Register at: bit.ly/ParkPartners....

We’re thrilled to announce our Greater & Greener 2026 Mayors Forum! Mayors from across the region will discuss how they are using parks to address urban challenges Register for the Greater & Greener Mayors Forum: cityparksalliance.org/greater-greener/session/mayors-forum-looking-ahead-to-2028.

In her latest blog, Executive Director Catherine Nagel explores why networks matter more than ever for city parks. We’ll explore these same themes in depth at Greater & Greener 2026. Read the blog: cityparksalliance.org/why-networks-matter-more-than-ever-for-city-parks.

Thank you to the Department of the Interior (DOI) and the House and Senate Appropriations and Natural Resources Committees for meeting with City Parks Alliance and park leaders across the country during our Day on the Hill yesterday.

Everything’s bigger in Texas, even the ideas. Experience Austin's big innovations at Greater & Greener 2026 this June 13-16, 2026. Register at greatergreener.org

If your city is facing increasing pressure to repurpose parks into private developments, join our upcoming member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, February 26, at 1 pm ET to hear from park leaders who are at the forefront of protecting these spaces. Register at: bit.ly/DevelopmentP....

We don’t just talk parks, we walk them: experience Austin, Texas’s living labs at Greater & Greener 2026 this June 13-16, 2026. Austin values sustainability and inclusivity and is committed to a healthier community and environment. Seats are limited. Secure yours today: greatergreener.org.

FINAL CALL to register for Greater & Greener with early bird rates. Register by this Sunday, April 5th, before rates increase on Monday, April 6th. Don't miss the premier conference for city park professionals taking place this June 13-16, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Register now: greatergreener.org.

Are you dealing with pressure to develop in your city parks? Join our upcoming member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, February 26, at 1 pm ET to hear how to equip yourself with the tools and resources you need to ensure public parks stay public. Register at: bit.ly/DevelopmentP....

Our absolute LOWEST rates to attend Greater & Greener end this Sunday, April 5th! Be sure to lock in your seat at the conference before prices increase on Monday, April 6th. Register at greatergreener.org.

Act Now ‼️ Early Bird pricing for Greater & Greener ends on April 5th. Don’t miss your chance to lock in the best deals for Austin, TX from June 13-16, 2026. Plus, City Parks Alliance members get to double up on discounts. Discover the schedule and register at greatergreener.org.

Join our upcoming member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, February 26, at 1 pm ET to hear how two cities have used legal and regulatory protections to prevent private waterfront and sports facility developments in parks and public spaces. Register at: bit.ly/DevelopmentP....

Register for Greater & Greener 2026 before April 5th to lock in early bird rates! greatergreener.org City Parks Alliance members get even better discounts! Check out our full pricing options, and be sure to grab your spot before Sunday, April 5th.

Great parks don’t happen by accident — they happen through collaboration. City Parks Alliance brings together leaders across industries to strengthen park systems nationwide. Join the network shaping the future of city parks: cityparksalliance.org/membership

Today's park leaders wear many hats. In our new blog post, our Executive Director, Catherine Nagel, explores seven leadership roles shaping the future of urban parks. Read the blog: cityparksalliance.org/todays-park-....

Explore effective ways to support city park volunteers with ongoing training and resources, and discuss common challenges, at our exclusive Peer Conversation on Tuesday, March 17 at 2 PM ET. Register at: bit.ly/VolunteersPe.... Not a member yet? Sign up now to attend!

Reminder, early bird rates for Greater & Greener 2026: Austin, Texas run through April 5, 2026. Register today to secure one of the lowest rates to attend the conference. Register today and meet us in Austin this June 13-16, 2026: greatergreener.org/register.

Join our exclusive conversation on Tuesday, March 17 at 2 PM ET to explore how to build programs that support volunteer groups in your parks. Register at: bit.ly/VolunteersPe.... Not a member yet? Sign up now to attend!

Time is running out for the best deals to Greater & Greener 2026: Austin, TX. Register before April 5th to get early bird discounts. Lock in your early bird deal today: cityparksalliance.org/greater-gree...

We are honored to welcome Emeryville, CA's Mayor Sukhdeep Kaur as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Learn more at mayorsforparks.org.

At our webinar today, we discussed how to empower park volunteer leaders. Dive deeper into this topic with your peers at our upcoming member-exclusive Peer Conversation on Tuesday, March 17 at 2 PM ET. Register at: bit.ly/VolunteersPe.... Not a member yet? Sign up now to attend!

In our latest blog, Executive Director Catherine Nagel explores why the future of our cities depends on the future of our parks—and how Greater & Greener 2026 in Austin this June will tackle funding, resilience, equity, and innovation head-on. Read more: bit.ly/3ZYK7OR.

At Greater & Greener 2026, Austin, Texas will become your outdoor classroom, with both indoor sessions and outdoor workshops within a vibrant network of parks, trails, and waterways. Register today and sign up for outdoor sessions: greatergreener.org.

At our upcoming member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, February 26, at 1 pm ET, you’ll discover how to cultivate and empower super volunteers with examples from: Park Pride’s Park Stewardship Academy (Atlanta) Austin Park Foundation’s “It’s My Park Day” Register at: bit.ly/EmpoweringPa....

We are honored to welcome Tacoma, WA's Mayor Anders Ibsen as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Learn more at mayorsforparks.org.

Registration for Greater & Greener 2026 is filling quickly. Join us for this value-packed opportunity in Austin, Texas from June 13-16, 2026. Secure your spot and take advantage of Early Bird rates before prices increase on April 6. Sign up at greatergreener.org.

Learn new models to cultivate a team of volunteer leaders for all types of projects and initiatives at our upcoming member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, February 26, at 1 pm ET. Register at: bit.ly/EmpoweringPa....

Registration is now open for Greater & Greener 2026: Austin, TX! Don't miss out on an unforgettable experience in Austin this June 13-16, 2026. Register early to take advantage of Early Bird rates before prices increase on April 6. Register today at greatergreener.org.

We're only days away from registration opening for Greater & Greener 2026: Austin, TX! Don't miss out on an unforgettable experience in Austin this June 13-16, 2026. Choose your favorite sessions on our schedule: greatergreener.org/schedule

Registration for Greater & Greener is just days away. Mark your calendar for Monday, February 9 to register and select your sessions! Learn more at greatergreener.org.

Mark your calendars! Registration for Greater & Greener opens on Monday, February 9. Don’t miss this value-packed opportunity to explore the full potential of parks as city-building tools! Space is limited, and the conference is expected to sell out. Learn more at greatergreener.org.