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Apply for a Fourth of July Vendor Spot at Savikko Park
Vending permit applications for the Fourth of July festivities at Savikko Park are now being accepted. All permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 23 at 4:30 p.m. Learn more on the Parks & Recreation Vending Permits webpage. Applications and related material should be emailed to Recreation Supervisor Dave Pusich at [email protected].
All food vendors will be located near Treadwell Arena. There are 19 food vending spots available including a bigger space to accommodate a large food truck. For non-food vendors, there are five spots available along Savikko Road. Parks & Recreation supplies the vending space only. All other equipment – like tables, tents, and generators – must be provided by the vendor.
Earn Your Lifeguard or WSI Certification with Juneau Pools
Juneau Pools is offering Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification courses this spring at Dimond Park Aquatic Center. Both are free for those who apply to work with Juneau Pools. Lifeguard Certification runs May 27–30, and WSI Certification runs June 2–6. Participants must be 15+ and complete a pre-course swim test. Space is limited—register online at bit.ly/registerCBJparks under the “Juneau Pools” tab. Questions? Contact Ellen Johnston at [email protected] or (907) 586-0839 ext. 4148.
AGB Closure for Annual Maintenance | May 24 - June 9
Family Beach Exploration at JOA
Outdoor Soccer Registration Now Open
Registration for CBJ Parks & Recreation’s 2025 Youth Outdoor Soccer program is now OPEN! Families can sign up online through the Parks & Rec Catalog under the "Youth and Teen" tab. Open to kids ages 5–14, the program runs for eight weeks from July through August and features one-hour practices on weeknights and games on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Leagues include both coed and girls’ divisions, organized by age and area; some divisions may be combined depending on registration numbers. More details about divisions and practice locations can be found on the Outdoor Soccer webpage. Early bird registration is $55 plus tax through May 18, increasing to $65 plus tax starting May 19. Children must be 5 years old by August 31 to participate. Scholarships are available—learn more and apply online.
Summer Swim Lessons Session 1 and 2
Juneau Pools’ summer swim lessons return this June with two sessions at Dimond Park Aquatic Center (DPAC) and one at Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool (AGB). Registration opens Friday, May 9 at noon through the Parks & Rec Catalog under the "Juneau Pools" tab. No early, phone, or in-person registrations will be accepted. At DPAC, Session 1 runs June 2–12 and offers Preschool Levels 1–4 and Youth Levels 1–4; Session 2 runs June 23–July 3 and includes Preschool Levels 1–3 and Youth Levels 1–4. Both sessions take place Monday–Thursday between 8:00 and 10:45 a.m. Lessons at AGB are held June 9–July 2 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:10 to 6:10 p.m., and include Preschool Levels 1–3 and Youth Levels 1–4. All sessions cost $80 plus tax. For more details on swim lessons and facilities, visit juneaupools.org.
Drop-In Pickleball & Roller Skating at Treadwell Arena
Juneau Parks & Recreation invites the community to get active and have fun at Treadwell Arena during the spring and summer cement season with two great drop-in options for all ages and skill levels. Drop-in pickleball runs Monday through Friday, May 19–June 27, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for just $5—equipment is provided and no registration is required. Roller skating is available Wednesdays and Fridays, May 21–30, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. for $5 + tax; just bring your own skates. More skating dates will be announced in June, so stay tuned!
Jensen-Olson Arboretum in May!
Celebrate spring at the Jensen-Olson Arboretum with a series of free, family-friendly events throughout May. Kick things off with a Mother’s Day Celebration on Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring live music and light refreshments in a stunning garden setting. On Friday, May 16 from 1 to 2:15 p.m., join a Guided Garden Tour showcasing the Arboretum’s famous Primula collection. Discover Southeast Alaska’s native trees and shrubs during a Native Plant Walk on Saturday, May 25 at 11 a.m.—registration is required by emailing [email protected]. Finally, kids ages 6–12 can get hands-on with a Family Beach Exploration on Saturday, May 31 at 10 a.m.; space is limited, so register early through the Parks & Rec Catalog.
Dimond Park Field House Spring Hours
The Dimond Park Field House has updated its track and turf hours for the month of May. From May 1 to May 25, Turf for Tots will follow its regular schedule, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Track hours during this period will be Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Open Turf will also continue on its usual schedule—Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.—through May 21. From May 27 to May 30, Turf for Tots and track access will shift to Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with Tuesday evening track hours remaining 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Field House will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Please stay tuned for upcoming announcements regarding summer programming changes while construction is underway.
Hank Harmon Public Range Closed for Reconstruction
The Hank Harmon Public Range will close from Monday, April 28 through mid-July for major repairs and upgrades funded by a 2023 Pittman-Robertson Hunter Access Grant. No shooting is allowed during this time, and violators may face penalties. Improvements include a new dirt berm, resurfaced ranges, upgraded shooting benches, ADA access, building repairs, expanded parking, paved lot, and updated signage. The range will be open for a final weekend of public use April 25–27. During the closure, alternatives include the Juneau Gun Club for shotgun use and the Juneau Hunter Education Shooting Complex for select handgun and rifle use.
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.