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  1. fireworks with black background

    City of Grand Junction Celebrates July 4th with Fireworks

    The City of Grand Junction will host the 4th of July fireworks display this year at the newly renovated Lincoln Park stadium beginning at 9:45 p.m. on Monday, July 4, 2022. Read on...
  2. bear statue with burlap and red ribbons above mural trees in background

    Grand Junction Dedicates Bear Sculpture and “Bear In The Woods” Mural At Lincoln Park

    The City of Grand Junction will dedicate a new bear sculpture and “Bear in the Woods” mural at Lincoln Park on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 10 a.m. Read on...
  3. girl running through water sprays

    City of Grand Junction Receives a Grant for Improvement to Dos Rios

    The City of Grand Junction is excited to announce the award of a $400,000 Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) grant to enhance and expand public improvements planned for Dos Rios. Read on...
  4. paint brushes

    "Who We Are" Call for Artists

    The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture is excited to announce “Who We Are” Read on...
  5. Flyer describing Art Expo

    Announcing the Take Part in Art Expo

    The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture is hosting the 7th Annual Take Part in Art free expo on Saturday, June 18. Read on...
  6. reccenter

    Community Recreation Center Public Workshop

    The City of Grand Junction invites the community to attend the Community Recreation Center public workshop. Read on...
  7. Moyer Press Release

    Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary

    The Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department invites the community to join in celebrating the 100 Year Anniversary of the Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool on Wednesday, June 8. Read on...
  8. Photo overlooking Lincoln Park Stadium

    Lincoln Park Stadium Renovations Complete in Time for JUCO

    The City is pleased to announce the major renovations to Lincoln Park Stadium have been completed in time for the 2022 Junior College World Series (JUCO). Read on...
  9. Photo of River Park Revegetation at Las Colonias

    Updates and Opening of River Park at Las Colonias

    The River Park at Las Colonias will begin its third season this weekend. A major revegetation and bank stabilization project is also underway that will provide native grasses and improve the beauty of the area adjacent and south of the River Park. Read on...
  10. Pumpkin Graphic with contest information

    A Great Pumpkin Growing Contest

    The Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department is organizing a great pumpkin growing contest. Read on...
  11. Magazine Cover with text reading Summer 2022 Activity Guide

    Announcing the Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Summer Activity Guide

    Enjoy the numerous activities available to the community through Grand Junction Parks & Recreation! Read on...
  12. Baseball stadium bleachers renovation

    Ribbon Cutting for the Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation

    The City of Grand Junction, in close partnership with the JUCO, CMU, and School District 51, is excited to announce the ribbon cutting for the major renovation of the Lincoln Park Stadium Complex. Read on...
  13. Westlake Skate Park

    Westlake Skate Park Mural Painting Program

    The Skate Park Mural Program is designed to transform skate parks into vibrant, colorful artistic spaces that enhance the park amenities, improve the artistic experience for users and encourage a more inclusive environment. Read on...
  14. Arbor Fest

    Grand Junction Arbor Day Celebration and Southwest Arbor Fest

    The City of Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department is excited to celebrate Arbor Day by hosting the 19th annual Southwest Arbor Day Festival this Saturday, April 23. Read on...
  15. Seedlings

    Grand Junction Arbor Day Seedling Delivery

    The City of Grand Junction is celebrating Arbor Day with tree seedling deliveries. An online form for community members will be available Tuesday, April 12. Read on...
  16. aRT Riverfront Trail

    aRT – Art on the Riverfront Trail

    The Art on the Riverfront Trail (aRT) program is back in 2022. Read on...
  17. Redlands Roundabout Rendering

    Redlands Roundabout Project Update

    The Arts and Culture Commission, working with the Grand Valley Parks and Recreation Foundation, is soliciting donations for an art installation. Read on...
  18. Survey

    Reminder: Community Recreation Center Survey Closes February 21, 2022

    A letter regarding a statistically valid survey for a potential Community Recreation Center in Grand Junction was mailed to a random selection of Grand Junction registered voters at the beginning of February. Read on...
  19. Front cover of the 2022 summer camp guide

    Plan Your Summer with Grand Junction Parks and Recreation’s Summer Camps

    Summer is right around the corner and Grand Junction Parks & Recreation is gearing up for the season with the Summer Camp Guide. Registration opens Tuesday, March 1. Read on...
  20. stadium

    Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation Update

    The General Contractor for the Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation project, Shaw Construction, confirmed that additional steel needed for the project will be delivered on Monday, February 14. Read on...
  21. Survey

    Community Recreation Center Survey

    The City of Grand Junction is conducting a statistically-valid survey with a random selection of Grand Junction registered voters regarding a potential Community Recreation Center in Grand Junction. Read on...
  22. We&#39re Hiring

    Career Opportunities at Grand Junction Parks & Recreation

    Seasonal and part-time positions are structured around career development, and have flexible schedules to accommodate family and school responsibilities. Read on...
  23. stadium

    Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation Update

    As of Friday January 28, the project’s General Contractor, Shaw Construction, indicated the structural steel needed to replace the material damaged in the crane incident is projected to arrive onsite between February 21 & February 25. Read on...
  24. Suplizio Stadium

    Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation Update

    On Wednesday, January 19, 2022, a crane onsite of the major renovation project at the Lincoln Park Stadium failed, causing the entire crane apparatus to topple. Read on...
  25. Front Cover 2022 Winter and Spring Activity Guide

    Start the New Year with Grand Junction Parks & Recreation

    The 2022 Winter-Spring Activity Guide is now available! Read on...
  26. Art display

    Funding for Cultural Events is Now Available!

    The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture invites proposals from organizations to support local arts and cultural events, projects, and programs. Read on...
  27. Santa Cause Run

    Santa Cause 5K Run

    Celebrate the holiday season at the 6th Annual Santa Cause Run on Saturday, December 11th. Read on...
  28. Horizon Park

    Horizon Park Master Plan Community Meetings

    The City of Grand Junction invites the community to attend a public meeting regarding the Horizon Park Master Plan. Read on...
  29. Kindred Reserve Open Space Park Ribbon Cutting

    Kindred Reserve Open Space Park Ribbon Cutting Celebration

    The City of Grand Junction invites the community to join in celebrating the new Kindred Reserve Open Space Park on Thursday, November 4 at 4:00 p.m. Read on...
  30. Fall Colors On The Mesa, Jim Finlayson

    Nominate a Local Business or Individual for the Champion of the Arts Award

    The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture invites nominations from the community in honor of citizens and businesses who have been instrumental in supporting and promoting Grand Junction’s cultural community. Read on...
  31. Riverside Park Ribbon Cutting Invitation

    Riverside Park Ribbon Cutting Celebration

    The City of Grand Junction invites the community to join in celebrating the improvements made to Riverside Park on Thursday, October 7th. The ceremony will start at 4:30 p.m. Read on...
  32. Horizon Park

    Horizon Park Master Plan Community Meetings

    The City of Grand Junction invites the community to attend a public meeting regarding the Horizon Park Master Plan. Read on...
  33. Stocker Stadium

    Lincoln Park Stadium Construction Begins This Week

    Major renovations to the Lincoln Park Stadium are scheduled to begin the week of September 13th. Read on...
  34. Indoor Swimming Pool

    Grand Junction Fall Aquatics

    The Parks & Recreation Department is transitioning from the summer outdoor aquatics season at the Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool to the fall indoor aquatics season at the Orchard Mesa Pool. Read on...
  35. Senior Games Picture

    Western Colorado Senior Games Takes Place Next Week in Grand Junction

    The Parks & Recreation Department is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Western Colorado Senior Games on August 23-29, 2021! Read on...
  36. Tree removal

    Continuous Improvement to Urban Tree Canopy

    The Forestry Division of the Parks & Recreation Department continues to improve the City’s urban tree canopy by removing unsafe trees and planting new trees in parks and rights-of-way. Read on...
  37. 5th Street Interchange Renovation

    5th Street Interchange Landscape Renovation

    The City of Grand Junction is in the process of renovating the landscaping on the interchange of the Riverside Parkway & 5th Street (US-50). Read on...
  38. Veterans Memorial park

    Veteran’s Memorial Park – City of Grand Junction and Mesa County Partnership

    Grand Junction Parks & Recreation recently signed an intergovernmental agreement with Mesa County to provide athletic programming at Veteran’s Memorial Park located at the Mesa County Fairgrounds, 2785 Highway 50. Read on...
  39. Trail Hosts group picture

    Become a Trail Host with Grand Junction Parks and Recreation

    Grand Junction Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers to participate in our Trail Host program. Read on...
  40. Kindred Reserve Open Space

    First Open Space Park in Grand Junction Now Open

    The City recently finished the development of the first open space park in Grand Junction. Read on...
  41. PROS Master Plan Spotlight

    Parks, Recreation, Open Space (PROS) Master Plan Adopted by City Council

    On Wednesday, January 6, Grand Junction City Council officially adopted the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan with a unanimous 7-0 vote. Read on...
  42. Las Colonias Skate Park

    New Skate Park at Las Colonias

    Grand Junction Parks & Recreation staff has installed a new skate park at Las Colonias Park. Read on...
  43. Canyon View Park

    Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Passes Resolution in Support of 2A and 2B

    These ballot initiatives ask voters if Grand Junction should legalize marijuana and devote revenues to Parks & Rec and Law Enforcement. Read on...
  44. Forestry crew planting tree

    Parks & Recreation Receives Xcel Foundation Grant for Tree Planting

    The City of Grand Junction has received a $4,000 grant from the Colorado Tree Coalition (CTC) for the funding of tree planting. Read on...
  45. Spring Activity Guide

    Parks & Recreation Releases 2021 Spring Activity Guide

    Grand Junction Parks & Recreation’s 2021 Spring Activity Guide will be released on March 1st. Read on...
  46. Person playing violin

    Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture Grants Awarded

    Thanks to a $34,000 grant provided by The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture and the City of Grand Junction, cultural events will be available to the community again in 2021. Read on...
  47. Summer Camp Guide

    Start Planning for Summer with Parks & Recreation’s Summer Camp Program

    Summer is right around the corner and Grand Junction Parks & Recreation is gearing up for the season with the Summer Camp Guide, now available online. Read on...
  48. IMG_7686

    Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture Creative Writing Contest Underway

    The 8th Annual Write On! creative writing contest is underway. Read on...
  49. Seedling

    Parks & Recreation Horticulture Division Saves by Growing Spring Flowers

    The Horticulture Division of the Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department is currently growing 10,000 plants for use throughout the City during the upcoming planting season. Read on...
  50. Ron Felt

    Parks & Recreation Supervisor Ron Felt Retires After 45 Years

    City of Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Supervisor Ron Felt will be retiring after 45 years of service on January 22nd. Read on...
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    Lincoln Park Stadium Renovation

    In 2021/2022, the Lincoln Park Stadium received major renovations to the bleachers, electrical upgrades, IT and audiovisual upgrades, and improvements to the southwest and northwest entryways. Additional Info...
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