The Yakima Parks and Recreation mission is to provide beautiful places with quality recreation opportunities that enrich the well-being of our community.
This is accomplished through professional staff who provide recreation programs and activities and who maintain quality park facilities making them aesthetic and desirable for use. Through our services, we strive to enhance personal well-being and to improve the quality of life that makes Yakima a great place to live, work and play.
Overall Vision
Parks and Recreation facilities are considered to be great community assets. Parks contribute to our visual landscape and enhance our quality of life. Recreation activities allow us to use our leisure time creatively and constructively. Park and Recreation opportunities require the maintenance of existing facilities and the planning for future facilities.
Keep the Magic Alive in Yakima’s Parks! For generations, families across Yakima have gathered under the stars at Chesterley Park for movies, and filled Franklin and Miller Parks with music and laughter. Free summer events aren’t just entertainment-they’re where neighbors become friends, kids make memories, and our community comes together. Rising costs and budget cuts threaten these beloved traditions. These events make Yakima more vibrant, connected and alive. They give our local artists a stage and our families a reason to gather. Every dollar you give keeps the music playing, the movies rolling, and our community thriving. Help us ensure every family in Yakima can enjoy these cherished summer traditions. Give today.