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Family Fun Night at DPFH | February 7

The spring session of Family Fun Night starts on January 3 and will continue on select Fridays through April at Dimond Park Field House. This free event for younger children ages 0 - 6 years and their older siblings is a chance to run and play indoors during the cold and dark evenings of winter and early spring.

Family Fun Night will take place from 5 - 6:30 p.m. on the following Fridays: January 3 & 24, February 7 & 14, March 7 & 21, April 11 & 25.

We’ll kick off and wrap up with extra-long sessions on the first and last nights! January 3 will go from 5 – 7:30 p.m. and April 25 from 4 – 6 p.m. Please be aware that Family Fun Night does not include track access.

Jackie Renninger Park Master Plan-Skater Meeting | February 11

Looking forward to the new Pipeline Skate Park? Planning is underway and park designers are developing possible layouts. If you’re a skater or skate park user, CBJ wants to hear from you about the latest designs! CBJ, Corvus Design, and New Line Skatepark are hosting a in-person skate park meeting on Tuesday, February 11 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Mendenhall Valley Library. You can also join via Zoom if you're unable to join in person. Visit the Jackie Renninger Master Plan project page to see previous presentations, designs, and project information.

Registration for Spring Swim Lessons Opens February 14

Juneau Pools is offering a new session of swim lessons for preschoolers, youth, adults, and Parent & Tot, beginning in February. Registration opens Friday, February 14 at noon through the Parks & Rec catalog—no phone, in-person, or early registrations. Scholarship applications are due by Wednesday, February 12 at noon. Parent & Tot lessons (ages 6 months – 3 years) will be held Saturdays from February 22 to March 29 at AGB for $60 + tax. Adult lessons (ages 13 & up) take place Wednesdays from February 26 to April 2, 7:15 – 8 p.m. at DPAC for $72 + tax. Preschool (ages 3-5) and Youth (ages 6-12) Levels 1-4 are offered at both pools, with AGB classes meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from February 24 to March 19 between 3:45 – 6:30 p.m. and DPAC classes meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from February 25 to March 20 between 4:15 – 7 p.m. for $80 + tax. Swimmers must meet prerequisites for Levels 2-4, and those who have not completed a Juneau Pools swim class or placement test in the last six months must schedule a swim test. To arrange one, contact Ellen Johnston at [email protected] or (907) 586-0839 ext. 4148.

Dimond Dash Super Sprint Relay Triathlon | April 27

Want to try a multisport race without committing to a full triathlon? Grab two friends and take on the Dimond Dash Super Sprint Relay Triathlon on Sunday, April 27, at Dimond Park! CBJ Parks & Recreation is partnering with Aukeman Triathlon to bring you this exciting team event. Each teammate will complete a 150-yard swim, 1.25-mile bike, and 0.5-mile run, combining for a total team time. Registration opens Tuesday, February 18, at noon, with early bird pricing of $60 per team through March 13. The event is open to ages 12+, with younger participants (ages 8-11) able to join by completing the Dimond Dash Training Camp in April. The training camp, designed for kids ages 8-15, helps build skills and confidence for multisport racing. Camp runs April 8-24 on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:15 – 6:30 p.m. Registration opens Tuesday, February 11. To learn more about the triathlon, training camp, gear, and registration, visit the Dimond Dash webpage.

ZGYC Launches New After-School Programs

Zach Gordon Youth Center is launching two new after-school programs in Cedar Park and Geneva Woods, starting in February. These free programs, available to children and youth ages 6-12, will provide a safe, fun, and supportive environment after school, offering homework help, healthy snacks, and activities like cooking, arts & crafts, games, and field trips. Older siblings ages 13-14 are welcome to join as helpers and mentors. Monthly family nights will also be held. Programs will run Monday through Friday from 2:30–5:15 p.m. at Cedar Park Apartments Unit 2A and the Geneva Woods Community Center. The programs begin on Monday, February 3. For questions about the Cedar Park program, email Sophia Helge or call at (907) 419-9152. For questions about the Geneva Woods program, email Rachel Puckett or call at (907) 419-9152.

Summer Shelter Rentals Open

The City and Borough of Juneau Parks & Recreation Department will begin accepting summer shelter reservations on Monday, January 27 at 8 a.m. for dates between April 15 and September 15, at a cost of $30 per hour plus tax. Reservations can be made online under the Reservation tab, or in person at the new Parks & Recreation office at 1208 Glacier Avenue, or by emailing the reservation form to [email protected]. Online reservations provide a better chance of securing your preferred date and time. Shelters not reserved are available for public use on a first-come, first-served basis. For more details, visit the shelter reservations page.

New Paid Parking Available at the Whittier Parking Lot

The Whittier Parking Lot, located near the intersection of Whittier Street and 3rd Avenue next to the Zach Gordon Youth Center, is now open to the public for hourly paid parking. At this time, payment is only available through the ParkSmarter app. You can use the app to pay with a credit or debit card, add time to your parking session, and obtain receipts. The app is free and available for download on both iOS and Android devices.
Key Info:
  • Off-street paid parking is enforced Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Parking is $0.75 per hour with a 2-hour minimum.
  • Free parking is available outside of those hours.
  • A pay station will be installed this spring for payments via card or coins.
  • Reserved spots next to the Zach Gordon Youth Center are for ZGYC use only (marked by signs).
For more details on public parking locations and how-tos, visit: bit.ly/parksrecparking Happy parking!

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.

Save Money with the New Family Rate

Are you taking the whole family? Ask for the new family rate next time you visit the Juneau Pools, Treadwell Arena, or Dimond Park Field House. Family rates are valid for single admission only and taxes are included.

  • Open Swim: $22 for 2 adults and 3 youth/child
  • Open Skate: $25 for 2 adults and 3 youth
  • Open Turf or Track: $13 for 2 adults and 3 youth/senior

Chair Yoga

Chair yoga classes are offered at Dimond Park Field House on Saturdays and Dimond Park Aquatic Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Classes are from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and general admission rates apply. Field House and Pool Passes are accepted at their respective facilities. For up-to-date event information, see the DPAC schedule and the