Apart from being a live music capital and tech industry hub, Austin is known for its abundance of green spaces. Whether you're looking to take a hike, play sports or just relax in nature, before you head downtown, try some of Austin's less-traveled parks!
- Mayfield Park
3805 W. 35th St., Austin, Texas 78703
If you're looking for a peaceful escape, Mayfield Park is a must-visit. Located near the heart of Aus…
Did you know that the Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) has a 10-year plan for the City of Austin's parks system, aiming to guide its development and expansion?
Adopted by the Austin City Council on November 14, 2019, the plan, titled Our Parks, Our Future, sets a strategic direction for land acquisition, facility improvements, and the creation of new…
The City of Austin has selected Jesús Aguirre as its new Director of the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD), effective January 13, 2025. With over 25 years of experience in public parks, nonprofit leadership, and public education, Aguirre brings a wealth of expertise to Austin. He has previously led parks and recreation departments in Washington, D.C., and Seattle, where he developed innovative strategic visions and achieved notable successes in both cities.
Aguirre’s appointment comes after a national search and community input sessions, where Austin residents had the opportunity to meet the three finalists for the position. As Director of PARD, Aguirre will be responsib…
Soccer is now one of the most popular youth sports in the U.S., with millions of children participating in organized leagues and tournaments. The sport not only promotes health and physical fitness, it instills valuable life skills such as discipline, perseverance, and resilience. It brings people together from diverse backgrounds, fostering inclusivity, understanding, and mutual respect.
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El fútbol es ahora uno de los deportes juveniles más populares en los EE. UU., con millones de niños participando en ligas y torneos organizados. El deporte no solo promueve la salud y la aptitud física, sino que también inculca valiosas habilidades para la vida, como la disciplina, la perseverancia y la resiliencia. Reúne a personas de diversos orígenes, fomentando la inclusión, la comprensión y el respeto mutuo.
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Si bien es tradicionalmente conocida por su escena de música en vivo y, más recientemente, como una ciudad tecnológica en crecimiento, Austin también ha comenzado a florecer hasta convertirse en un centro vibrante para los entusiastas del fútbol. Desde juegos informales y mini canchas en parques locales hasta grupos de seguidores organizados para el Austin FC, Austin cuenta con una próspera cultura futbolística.
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While traditionally known for its live music scene and, more recently, as a growing tech city or technopolis, Austin has also begun flourishing into a vibrant center for soccer enthusiasts. From pickup games and mini pitches in local parks to organized supporter groups for Austin FC, Austin boasts a thriving soccer culture.
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department actively promotes soccer through scholarships…
El Departamento de Parques y Recreación ofrece oportunidades para los entusiastas del fútbol de todas las edades y niveles. Desde programas estructurados para jóvenes en centros recreativos comunitarios q…
The Parks and Recreation Department offers opportunities for soccer enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. From structured youth p…
Con 25 campos de fútbol exclusivos, 70 campos multiusos y un número creciente de minicanchas, el Departamento de Parques y Recreación anima a las personas de todas las edades a unirse a la escena local…