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July is Park and Recreation Month [external link], a time to recognize the power of parks and the important role parks and recreation play in enhancing quality of life for Palm Beach County's residents and visitors. On July 7, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners will officially proclaim July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month, recognizing the department's contributions to our community's health, wellness, conservation, economic vitality and community connection.

For 54 years, the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department has provided opportunities for healthy, happy living through more than 110 county-operated parks and recreational facilities. From neighborhood parks and regional destinations to beaches, nature areas and athletic complexes, the department offers spaces where residents can connect, play, learn and explore.

The department's diverse services include youth and adult sports, aquatics programs, adaptive recreation, environmental education, wellness initiatives and special events. Specialty amenities such as golf courses, campgrounds, equestrian facilities, archery, cycling, waterparks, nature centers and therapeutic recreation programs provide unique recreational experiences for residents of all ages and abilities.

The department also promotes health and wellness through its PBC Park Rx initiative, encouraging participants to use parks and recreation as a prescription for healthy, happy living. Through guided challenges, educational resources and opportunities to explore county-operated parks, Park Rx helps connect people with the physical, mental and social benefits of spending time outdoors.

As a nationally accredited agency and 2026 National Gold Medal Award finalist, the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department continues to invest in facilities, programs and services that meet the needs of our growing community. During Park and Recreation Month, residents are encouraged to visit a county-operated park, participate in a recreation program and experience the power of parks and recreation firsthand.

July 2026 theme for Park and Recreation Month
“The Power Of" parks and recreation and the people who make it all possible. Parks and recreation brings us together, strengthens our health and well-being and builds more resilient, connected communities. We're celebrating the many ways parks and recreation reveals the power of what connects us:

· The Power of Connection: Parks and recreation is where relationships grow, cultures meet and communities bond.

· The Power of Play: From playgrounds to programs to youth sports, play fuels creativity, joy and lifelong learning.

· The Power of Community: Public spaces offer room for everyone to gather, celebrate and heal.

· The Power of Nature: Nature restores and inspires us, and parks ensure everyone can access its benefits.

· The Power of Belonging: Welcoming parks and programs make every person feel valued.

· The Power of Well-Being: Parks and recreation advances health, resilience and shared community benefits.

Learn more at https://www.nrpa.org/events/july/ [external link]

We want to hear from you! Tell us how PBC Parks has improved the quality of your life or the lives of those in your community. From sharing your experience in participating in a program or event, visiting your local park or getting involved in a beach/park cleanup, we want to hear your PBC Parks story! Email your stories and photos to us at pbcparks@pbc.gov

Things to Do at PBC Parks
Check out monthly programs and activities happening at our parks and facilities!

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