Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation operates 10 community centers located throughout the city
08/13/2026
📢 IMPORTANT UPDATE
If you’re trying to reach Kansas City Parks & Recreation, or any City department by phone, please be aware that the phone system is currently down.
Our team is working to restore service as quickly as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding!
Please send an email to [email protected] if you need to reach us.
08/11/2026
08/04/2026
It's been another great summer of Mayor's Nights programs! Kick it with us at our âš˝ Mayor's Nights Back to School Party this Friday, August 7 from 4-6 PM at 9th & Van Brunt Athletic Fields Park.
Families and kids can enjoy free entertainment, soccer, giveaways, and resources to succeed this school year!
07/31/2026
Grove Pool is OPEN today, July 31, with normal operating hours from 12:00-7:00 PM. This pool belongs to our entire community. Let’s work together to keep Grove Pool safe, clean, and open for everyone to enjoy for the rest of the season.
We ask all visitors to treat the facility with respect and report any vandalism or suspicious activity to staff or police.
Thank you for your cooperation and support.
07/29/2026
❗️Grove Pool is CLOSED until further notice due to repeated acts vandalism.
We will share updates if and when the pool is ready to reopen.
Stay updated with the rainout line by visiting: https://tr.ee/i9Ev7sfOZ0
07/28/2026
⚠️We need your help to keep Grove Pool open and enjoyable for everyone.
Recent repeated acts of vandalism at the pool have resulted in costly repairs and damage to our community facility. If this behavior continues, we will close Grove Pool for the rest of summer to protect the facility and prevent further damage.
This pool belongs to our entire community. Let's work together to keep Grove Pool safe, clean, and open for everyone to enjoy throughout the season. We ask all visitors to treat the facility with respect and report any vandalism or suspicious activity to staff or police.
Thank you for your cooperation and support.
07/28/2026
❗️UPDATE❗️ Grove Pool will open 1 PM today, July 28.
Check the rainout line for updates: https://kcparks.org/get-updates-via-rainout-line/
07/24/2026
❗️UPDATE❗️Due to inclement weather, all outdoor aquatic facilities will remain closed today, July 24. We will resume normal operations tomorrow.
Check the rainout line for updates: https://kcparks.org/get-updates-via-rainout-line/