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ยป Why Parks? Investing in Kent's Quality of Life A presentation to Kent City Council on May 2, 2017
View and Download a Parks, Trails and Facilities Guide with MAP (pdf)
2018 Free Summer Kids Fest Flyer (pdf)
Find a Park, Trail or Facility
Find Recreation Classes, Programs and Registration
Rent a Picnic Shelter
Rent an Athletic Field
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253-856-5030 Kent has inclusive activities for every ability to participate in, benefit from, and enjoy.
Arts & Entertainment
253-856-5050 Learn about outdoor summer concerts, visual arts exhibits, festivals, the annual Spotlight Series and more.
Athletics and Sports
253-856-5000 Join your friends and neighbors and get your game on with Kent sports leagues.
Community Garden
253-856-5110 Kent's organic gardening program has been thriving since 1997.
Facilities Division
253-856-5080 The Facilities division maintains all City of Kent buildings.
Golf at Riverbend
253-856-5199 Play a round, do business or take a lesson at Riverbend Golf Complex.
Green Kent Partnership
253=856-5138 Learn why and how to take an active part in environmental stewardship in Kent's parks.
Housing and Human Services
253-856-5070 Need assistance? We offer information, resources and referrals.
Kent Parks Foundation
253-856-5099 A 501(c)(3) non-profit that helps support our parks system.
Kent Senior Activity Center
253-856-5150 Of a certain age? We are your one-stop connection to recreation, information, education and resources.
Kids and Teens
253-856-5030 Find sports, recreation, education and creative arts for young people.
Outdoor Volunteer Programs
253-856-5110 For individuals, families, groups, and Eagle Scout candidates. Scouts from all organizations are welcome.
Parks and Recreation Commission
253-856-5100 Our resident advisory board to the department. Get involved!
Parks Maintenance
253-856-5120 Dedicated staff who provide regular maintenance, service and repairs to city parks and trails.
Parks Planning & Development
253-856-5110 We acquire and develop new parks, and manage large re-investments into our parks and trails system.
Parks Department Mission Statement
"Dedicated to Enriching Lives"
We are committed to providing safe and inviting parks and facilities, meaningful and diverse recreational programs, cultural activities and human services.
Our staff is responsive, positive and ethical in their dedication to delivering:
- Personal Benefits that strengthen self esteem, improve health and promote self sufficiency.
- Social Benefits that bring families together and unite people within our diverse community.
- Economic Benefits that welcome new business relocation and expansion which leads to a more productive work force and increased tourism opportunities.
- Environmental Benefits that protect and preserve natural areas, open space and enhance air and water quality.