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Welcome

This is the official website of the City of Omaha Parks and Recreation Department.

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We look forward to another fantastic year full of new activities, events, and opportunities for the wonderful Omaha community! 

The 2024 Discovery Guide is the map to your next adventure! From recreation programs to "must-see" attractions and exciting events throughout the year promoting positive, healthy active lifestyles for all! Start the new year off with a visit to one of our 250+ locations!

Scroll or flip through the pages, see the endless opportunities. Take a stroll on 125+ miles of trail, jam out at our summer concert series, swim around at one of our 18 aquatic facilities, visit a City Golf Course, catch an event at one of our 13 Community Centers, or splash through one of 12 spraygrounds! Join us and discover adventure is closer than you think!

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Matthew Kalcevich, Director 
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Mission Statement:
The mission of the Parks, Recreation and Public Property Department is to provide and maintain a comprehensive park system, manage public property, and offer opportunities for the citizens and visitors of the Omaha community. We encourage a healthy, positive lifestyle that is essential to a supreme quality of life. 
 
Vision Statement:
Omaha Parks and Recreation is focused on providing opportunities and experiences to meet the community's evolving needs. Through industry trends, best practices, technology, community engagement, and public/private partnerships, we are committed to establishing excellence in health and wellness, interaction with nature, and social enrichment for all Omaha residents.