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In honor of Park and Recreation Month, this new video highlights several park projects happening around the city.
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Watch highlights from the ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the grand opening of the Stagecoach Community Garden.
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Parks projects update
In honor of Park and Recreation Month, a new video highlights several park projects happening around the city.
Aloha Plunge, July 19
Get ready for fun in the sun at the City of Carlsbad’s Aloha Plunge on Saturday, July 19, at Alga Norte Aquatic Center.
Hikes to beat the heat
In honor of Park and Recreation Month, the city is highlighting one of the things that makes Carlsbad special: 67 miles of trails that wind through neighborhoods, open spaces and along the coast.
Beach cleanup July 12
Following the busy July 4 weekend, volunteers are invited to help clean up Carlsbad’s coastline during a community beach cleanup on Saturday, July 12, hosted by the city’s Beach Preservation Commission.
Park and Recreation Month
July marks the 40th anniversary of national Park and Recreation Month, and the City of Carlsbad is joining communities across the country in celebrating the important role that getting outdoors, staying active and connecting with neighbors plays in our daily lives.
Environmental Sustainability Commission
On Tuesday, the Carlsbad City Council finalized plans to replace the Beach Preservation Commission with the new Environmental Sustainability Commission, which will take effect later this summer.
More beach sand
If you’ve been to Carlsbad’s central beaches lately, you might have noticed there’s a lot more room to spread out and enjoy yourself.
Trail volunteer event
Join our trail volunteers on Saturday, May 10, at the Coastal Rail Trail.
Veterans Park art
Three design concepts are now available for community input to help shape the public art planned for the future Veterans Memorial Park.
Arbor Day tree planting
The City of Carlsbad is celebrating Arbor Day on Saturday, April 26, by hosting a volunteer tree-planting event at Stagecoach Community Park.
Fiesta at the Rancho
Tickets are still available for Fiesta at the Rancho, an evening under the stars at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.
Stagecoach Park Community Garden now open
On National Gardening Day, the Carlsbad City Council joined community members to officially open the Stagecoach Park Community Garden — the first of its kind in south Carlsbad.
Mark your calendar for TGIF concerts
With spring underway, the countdown is officially on for the city’s popular TGIF Concerts in the Parks series.
Monroe Street Pool closed
The Monroe Street Pool has closed due to an unexpected equipment failure and will remain closed for construction through summer 2026.
Dogs in parks
On Tuesday, the City Council directed staff to return at a future meeting with possible options for allowing leashed dogs in certain park areas and potential locations for adding dog parks citywide.
Monroe Street Pool closing March 31
The Monroe Street Pool will close temporarily on Monday, March 31, for a reconstruction project that will take about 18 months.
Alga Norte Aquatic Center to reopen
Alga Norte Aquatic Center reopens Monday, March 3, at 6 a.m. following renovations to the pools, spa, bathrooms and locker rooms.
Strategic Plan progress
The City of Carlsbad is now halfway through carrying out its first 5-Year Strategic Plan.
Agua Hedionda Lagoon dredging
Carlsbad beaches will gain more sand over the coming months thanks to a project to dredge sand from the Agua Hedionda Lagoon and place it on nearby beaches.
Trail volunteer event
Join our trail volunteers on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Robertson Ranch East Trail.