Parks & Recreation

Welcome to Parks & Recreation

Welcome to Parks & Recreation
Family Fun Night

Friday, October 10 · 5–6:30 p.m. · Dimond Park Field House
Preschool Open Gym

6 & under | Weekdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. | Mt. Jumbo Gym
Winter Shelter Reservations

Happenings

Auke Lake Trail Closed Due to Landslides

Due to recent landslides and the potential for additional slides from the heavy rainfall, the Auke Lake Trail is CLOSED until further notice. For your safety, please stay off the trail and avoid the area. Our Parks crew will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as they are available.

Dimond Park Field House Fall Track Hours & Programs

Beginning today, October 1, the Dimond Park Field House is on fall hours and bringing back popular programs. Track hours are Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–1 p.m. & 5–9 p.m., Saturday 9:30–11:30 a.m. & 4:30–8:30 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.–9 p.m. (check bit.ly/DPFHcalendar for updates). Chair Yoga returns October 4 on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (drop-in only). Open Turf is Mondays and Wednesdays from 3–5 p.m., open to all ages. Rentals are available through February, though October and November parties are full. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for seniors/youth. Learn more at bit.ly/dimondparkfieldhouse or call (907) 364-3734.

Family Fun Nights at the Field House

CBJ Parks & Recreation will host Family Fun Nights at the Dimond Park Field House on select Fridays throughout the fall. This free program gives young children a safe indoor space to run and play as daylight shortens and fall weather sets in. Family Fun Nights take place from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on September 12 and 26, October 10 and 24, November 7, and December 5. On October 10, Juneau Public Health will also be on site with an informational booth. This event is designed for children ages 0–6 with a parent or guardian, and older siblings may not attend. Toys will be available, no registration is required, and families are encouraged to simply bring their energy and join the fun. Please note that Family Fun Night does not include track access.

Hiring Recreation Workers | $17.51 to $18.70 Hourly

Parks & Recreation is looking for 10 Recreation Workers to help keep our community gyms safe, welcoming, and fun. As a Gym Monitor, you’ll work at Mt. Jumbo, Floyd Dryden, and Marie Drake Gyms. You'll open and close facilities, support events, assist the public, and help keep everything running smoothly. Pay is $17.51 to $18.70 per hour, part time, working 10 to 20 hours per week. This is a seasonal position running from September through April, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends. If you're reliable, friendly, and ready to be part of the Department of Fun, apply today.

Open Pickleball in the Floyd Dryden Gym

CBJ Parks & Recreation is hosting open pickleball in the Floyd Dryden gym every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday beginning September 3. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome—whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, it’s a great chance to play, learn, and connect with other pickleball fans in Juneau. Sessions run from 12:30–3:30 p.m. Admission is $5. Equipment is provided and no pre-registration is needed, just drop in ready to play.

Sigoowu Ye Park Closed for Renovations

Sigoowu Ye in Lemon Creek will be closed to the public for major renovation work beginning Thursday, June 5. Renovations to the park will include new playground equipment, landscaping, pathways and lighting. Construction is expected to continue through early September. For the safety of yourself and others, please respect the park closure and avoid all construction equipment until the project is complete and the park has reopened. For questions, please contact: Andrew Cambell, Admiralty Construction, (907) 780-3555 or [email protected], Carleton Shorey, CBJ Project Manager, (907) 500-4401 or [email protected].

Elevator construction at Dimond Park Field House

Starting Monday, June 2, the Dimond Park Field House will undergo a major upgrade as a new elevator is installed, with construction expected through August 31, 2025. During this time, the stairs, mezzanine, batting cage, and indoor track will be closed to the public. The Field House will remain open weekdays for Turf for Tots only, which will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday–Friday, starting June 4. Turf for Tots will be closed June 2 & 3 for construction setup. The facility will close daily after the program ends and remain closed on weekends. All other programs, including Open Turf, Chair Yoga Classes, and Private Party Rentals will be paused. For full schedule details, visit bit.ly/DPFHcalendar. Questions? Call Parks & Rec at (907) 586-5226 or visit juneau.org/parks-recreation. Thank you for your patience as we improve accessibility and enhance the facility!

Homestead Park Closed for Reconstruction

Homestead Park in Douglas will be closed to the public for major reconstruction work beginning Monday, January 13. Construction is expected to continue into June 2025. During this closure, the park will undergo a number of improvements including replacements to the elevated wooden platforms, walkways, and stairs. This project is funded by the Marine Passenger Fee program. Learn more about the Homestead Park Rebuild project on the CBJ project page.