Families, Parks and Recreation

● Parks ● Recreation ● Parramore Kidz Zone●
● Harry P. Leu Gardens ● After-School All-Stars ● Dubsdread ●

Welcome to the Families, Parks and Recreation (FPR) web site. We have 115 locations to serve you throughout the City of Orlando. These locations include 83 Parks, 17 Park & Recreation Centers, 2 Older Adult Recreation Centers, 7 After-School All-Star locations, 4 Special Facilities and 2 Trails. See the FPR directory for a complete list.

dd’s DISCOUNTS Supports City of Orlando’s Parramore Kidz Zone

dd’s DISCOUNTS has supported the City of Orlando’s Parramore Kidz Zone (PKZ) for four years through an in-store literacy donation drive. DD's Discounts raised money for PKZ to purchase books from First Book which is a non-profit organization that works with book publishers to get books at a reduced rate. All the books they sell are classics and award-winning authors. These brand-new, high-quality books were given to many of our PKZ children in need during a special Mother’s Day Event on May 11, 2013. Providing books to children is a simple and effective way to promote language and literacy growth. dd’s DISCOUNTS has also teamed up with the PKZ youth employment program to assist with job placement. dd’s DISCOUNTS stands for deep discounts—unbelievable savings on the hottest fashions, best brands. These stores are located in small shopping centers so they are an easy place to shop for great bargains for the whole family. We look forward to continuing our long lasting partnership between the City of Orlando and dd’s DISCOUNTS.

Lake Eola Swans are on Careful Diets
No Bread or Popcorn. Feeding them with the wrong food can make them sick. Click here for more information on the Swans of Lake Eola and approved food for the swans.
 

Own a Piece of History
Purchase souvenirs made out of remnants from the original and iconic Lake Eola Fountain. All proceeds from sale directly benefit the Orlando Community & Youth Trust, Inc., a non-profit organization created to support the mission of the City of Orlando’s Department of Families, Parks, and Recreation. Click here for more information.
 

City of Orlando Ranked in Top 10
The City of Orlando is among the largest 100 cities in the country and has 2,941 total park acres. According to the Trust for Public Land, Orlando is ranked in the top 10 cities based on number of recreation centers per 20,000 residents. Orlando is also ranked in the top 10 of cities based on swimming pools per 100,000 residents. This demonstrates the commitment the City of Orlando has to maintaining our parks and facilities. The City of Orlando strives to support and strengthen livable neighborhoods through the provision of: quality recreational, cultural and educational facilities and programs; well-maintained and inviting open spaces; and inspire people to appreciate and understand plants and the environment of Central Florida. To view the Trust for Public Land Report click here.

Teen Dragon Boating Program
The Teen Dragon Boating Program is a success in the City of Orlando! This recreational activity promotes health and wellness while teaching its participants the importance of communication skills, and working together. Click here for general program information. The Parramore Kidz Zone Dragon Boat Races demonstrate how this program has built bridges between Orlando Police and at-risk youth. See the video at:
http://growingbolder.com/media/living/volunteering/building-bridges-814084.html

• Update from Commissioner Sheehan on the Orlando Mountain Bike Park at Lake Druid Park
• Give us your feedback on the sound system at Lake Eola
  
  Click here for more information on the Area C Mountain Bike Park project
• Click here to learn about the Parramore Kidz Zone.
• Cultural Park Conceptual Masterplan
• Orange County Parks and Recreation
• Families, Parks and Recreation Vision Plan 2010
• Lake Fairview Park & Trotters Park Conceptual Master Plan
• FPR Testimonials