OKC Parks is proud to partner with First Serve OKC to offer a free tennis afterschool program this semester! Whether they've never played or already love the game, kids ages 6-17 are invited to learn tennis for FREE at Pitts Community Center. Gear provided! Register here: https://ow.ly/GaAf50XQ7Ac

Just a reminder that our community centers, performing arts centers and gyms are closed this week. Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center and Will Rogers Senior Center will reopen Friday, January 2!

OK, that's enough jolly for that holly. Time to recycle your Christmas tree! 🎄 Details here: https://ow.ly/a58z50XKzRc

Learn to lifeguard! 🛟 OKC Parks is hosting two junior lifeguard training sessions this winter. You'll learn all the basics, including proper lifeguard swim techniques. Our eight-session classes are only $40! These spots will fill up quickly, so sign up now! Details here: https://ow.ly/3g3550XNb6Q

If you're looking for a tee time this week (and you should be), you need to check out our annual golf discount packages. ⛳ Check out Tour of the City and Frequent Player Cards: https://ow.ly/n8hF50XOnmZ

Springtime weather? Trout season? Don't mind if we do. Reel in your permit and find a fishing spot close to you at okc.gov/fishing.

To mark Christmas, let's take a look at some of the smiling faces from the annual Willa D. Johnson holiday party earlier this month. Thanks to all the donors who bought gifts and funded the dinner for some of our special families. 💚 Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!

Registration is OPEN for spring our teen acting class! 🎭 The class meets from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays at Northwest Optimist Performing Arts Center. Registration is $105 for the semester and open to ages 6-17. Enroll here: https://ow.ly/3rfj50XNSzN

OK, friends. This is, like, the warmest trout season (hopefully) ever. Get your permit at okc.gov/fishing and get outside ASAP.

Need a moment of quiet? Come check out these darling decorations on the Will Rogers Gardens tree inside the Exhibition Center. (Yes, that ~IS~ an okra.) We're open today and tomorrow and then closed until next week. Find citywide closure info here: https://ow.ly/6Wkw50XMIq0

Our community centers will close for the winter break after today. ❄️ Recreation and senior centers close beginning December 24. Find out about City of OKC holiday schedules citywide here: https://ow.ly/8j9y50XMJmo

Are we doing this right? Is this the trend?

We know: you're makin' you way downtown, walkin' fast, faces pass, and you're homebound. But look at this beauty in City Hall Park. 😍

Make a plan for that Christmas tree before all the needles get stuck in your carpet. 🎄 Take off the decor, and recycle it for FREE with OKC Parks! Details here: https://ow.ly/TlEn50XKzRe

Start 2026 off on the right foot with First Day Walk! Join the walking/hiking community as we kick off the new year outdoors! Join us: https://www.facebook.com/events/845756248394960

Hands-on fun is always happening at our Homeschool STEM class at Macklanburg Community Center! January enrollment is open now! Details here: https://ow.ly/O7cA50XFQXQ

Join us for a special edition of the Will Rogers Gardens annual Holiday Greens class inside City of OKC City Hall! Craft your own traditional wreaths from scratch using fresh evergreen boughs. 🎄 Register here: https://ow.ly/SKp250XFSox

#ScoutAndAbout, Day 11! It's pretty windy, so Scout hopped into the bag after this pic. But if you're willing to brave that Oklahoma wind, it's a nice day to take a walk/run/bike/roll along the 100 miles of trails in Oklahoma City! Find a spot near you at okc.gov/trails.

Get ready for a day of FREE fishing fun at the OKC Trout Derby! 🎣 Join us from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, December 13 at Route 66 Park. Ages 5-15 will receive a free rod and reel, courtesy of the Police Athletic League, while supplies last. Details here: https://ow.ly/hmIv50XxP5S

#ScoutAndAbout, Day 8! Scout is hanging by one of our busiest spots. The OKC Parks Recreation Division operates rec center, senior centers, community centers, performing arts centers, and municipal gyms. Whatever your interests, we have something for you! Explore here: ow.ly/cBXj50XFJYi

If we Thundered Up yesterday and we're Thundering Up tomorrow, how can we Thunder up TODAY? By checking out Will Rogers Gardens. 💙🧡 (The gardens close at 5 p.m. but you can see nearly all the lights driving by.)

#ScoutAndAbout, Day 6! It's Friday! You should probably take the afternoon off and hit a few at this southside driving range. ⛳ In related news, if you have a golfer in your life, our annual discount cards make great gifts! Read more: https://ow.ly/ZAPT50XCQiC

We thought today would be tricky, but it looks like #ScoutAndAbout, Day 4 was already picked up by the time we got back to the office! 😅 We love it! South Lakes is one of our 13 fishable lakes and ponds. Get your permit and find a spot near you at okc.gov/fishing#ScoutAndAbout 🎣

#ScoutAndAbout, Day 3! Whoever grabs Scout today will get a look at OKC's newest public art piece, "We Have Arrived" by Denise Duong. OKC Parks is proud to be home of dozens of works of @cityofokc.bsky.social public art. Find all of them here: https://ow.ly/xZGK50XAJca

#ScoutAndAbout Day 2! Somebody come rescue this little cutie from the cold! OKC Parks maintains 44 premiere athletic fields across town, and our Sports Field Maintenance Team works all year long to give athletes beautiful, safe places to play. 🥎⚾⚽🏈

Will we see you tonight? Join us at the annual Will Rogers Gardens Tree Lighting Ceremony from 5 to 7:30 p.m. for food trucks, kids activities, and horse-drawn carriage rides. Bonus: We have more lights this year than EVER! We have free parking throughout Will Rogers Park. See you soon!

OK, that's enough turkey. It's time for TROUT! 🎣 The season starts Monday! Our Fisheries Management team stocks Route 66 and Edwards Park. Get your fishing permit at okc.gov/fishing.

Eating carrots today? 🥕 Well, you should be because they're delicious. Learn about growing your own! Kids ages 6-12 are invited to join us for free from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 9 at Minnis Lakeview Community Center. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/H4va50XxS1Y

Ready? OK! 📣 Join us for Cheer & Pom class from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Pitts Community Center, 1920 N Kate Avenue. This highly active class will provide training to compete at a middle school level. We focus on coordination, confidence, and physical fitness. Info here: https://ow.ly/6sAI50XxScM

Sunday is the day! The annual Will Rogers Gardens Tree Lighting Ceremony is an incredible family event featuring live music, food trucks, magical horse-drawn carriage rides, and fun kids activities! Parking throughout Will Rogers Park. This FREE community celebration is 5-7:30 p.m. Don’t miss it!

Thanks to everybody who came out for our annual Turkey Shoot yesterday! Check out these sweet winners from Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center. 🦃💚

TOMORROW! It's time for OKC Parks Turkey Shoot! 🦃 Show off your skills Monday for the chance to win a turkey! Seniors will play cornhole at 1 p.m., and kids and adults will shoot free throws at 6 p.m. Sign up for one of our six tournaments at okc.gov/parks ➡️ Browse Programs ➡️ Community Events.

Enjoy waterfowl season with OKC Parks! Book your blind rental for only $5 a day. Find out how to reserve your spot here: https://ow.ly/Vgxi50XlYkJ

Join us for holiday break fun next week! We'll have outdoor activities, inside crafts, and an exciting field trip during Explorers Camp. Details here: https://ow.ly/IK8I50Xur3a

We're not saying we want plants as gifts (we do), but we're just letting you know that the Oklahoma Orchid Society is hosting a workshop about giving orchids as gifts. 💮 Join us from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, November 22 at Will Rogers Gardens. Registration is appreciated: https://ow.ly/vBPE50XuqYO

🚨 Closure Alert 🚨 The southwest entrance of Will Rogers Park will be closed for about two weeks beginning Tuesday for utility work in the area. 🚰 This is at the intersection of Portland Avenue and NW 30.

We all need help sometimes. 💚 If you're looking for services and resources, such as food pantries and utility bill assistance, check out okc.gov/gethelp.

It's time for OKC Parks Turkey Shoot! 🦃 Show off your skills Monday, November 24, for the chance to win a turkey! Seniors will play cornhole at 1 p.m., and kids and adults will shoot free throws at 6 p.m. Sign up for one of our six tournaments at okc.gov/parks ➡️ Browse Programs ➡️ Community Events.

Join us Monday for as we give thanks for one another at the annual Adaptive Thanksgiving Party, designed for those with special needs of all ages. 🍂 We'll have free food, drinks, arts and crafts, and a resource fair. Registration is FREE: https://ow.ly/o3RO50XpERC

Your Action Center calls make a difference! Someone reported limbs falling off this dead tree in the median at Reno and Meridian. After a safety huddle, the OKC Parks Forestry team professionally and safely removed the tree in just 2 hours. Please report issues: www.okc.gov/Services/Action-Center.

This Veterans Day, we remember the bravery and legacy of Army Capt. Riley Leroy Pitts. Pitts Park was named in his memory. He was the first Black officer to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor: https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/riley-l-pitts.

Join the Oklahoma Orchid Society to learn how to give and receive orchids as gifts. 💮 (HINT, HINT. OUR WISH LIST IS BASICALLY, OK?) Join us for this free workshop from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, November 22 at Will Rogers Gardens. Registration is appreciated: https://ow.ly/2FY850XpGWJ

It's time for the Big Swim! Our one-day only group swim lesson for kids is a great way to refresh swim skills. Registration is only $10 and includes a one-day pass to open swim the day of the event! Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/1984823125642589

We all need help sometimes. 💚 If you're looking for services and resources, such as food pantries and utility bill assistance, check out okc.gov/gethelp.

Oklahoma’s waterfowl season is open! OKC Parks now offers daily blind rentals. Find out how to book your spot here: https://ow.ly/wLcH50XlYkI

What should you do with such a beautiful day this Saturday? Come fishing with us! Kids get a FREE fishing pole and all the gear at our Hooked on Fishing derbies. Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/events/680565661480103

Add this to the list of cool things you didn't know local government did. Go, OKC Fisheries Management Team!

What pumpkins can you compost? Pumpkins without any candles, plastic, glitter or other decorations. Compost drop-off locations: Fertile Ground: 2228 S. Santa Fe Ave., Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Minick Materials: Any location, Monday - Saturday: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Your OKC Parks fisheries team recently introduced 1,000+ native aquatic plants to Edwards Park Pond as part of our work to improve local fishable waters. These plants will: ✅ Provide better habitat for fish ✅ Improve water quality ✅ Enhance the pond’s ecosystem