Leisure Services

Services


The Leisure Services Department, through the Park Division and Recreation Division, provides quality services to the entire community with diverse recreational programs for all ages and an integrated, efficient, and safe system of parks, trails, and recreational facilities. 

The department also plans, develops, and maintains the formal public landscaping and natural areas in and around the City, demonstrating an appreciation for the environment.
In an effort to be a more accessible and equitable City department, the Leisure Services Department is open later than other City offices so that hopefully more individuals/families will have the opportunity to be served in-person. Our office hours are Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.  Administrative staff such as Managers and Program Supervisors may be available via phone as early as 8:00 a.m. 
If you do not currently receive a mailed Leisure Services brochure and would like to be notified when they become available, please click here to sign up.
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Program Registration


Register online for City of Dubuque recreation programs or visit the Recreation Registration Information page for additional registration options.  

Park & Recreation Facility Map


Click here to view our City of Dubuque map indicating park and recreation facility locations within the community. 

FY 2019 Leisure Services Budget Presentation


To view the FY2019 Budget Presentation video to the city council for the Parks, Recreation (including Multicultural Family Center and AmeriCorps), Five Flags and Grand River Center  please click here


  1. Welcome to the Leisure Services Department

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  2. Are You Interested in Working for the Leisure Services Department?

    Throughout the year, the Leisure Services Department has job openings for seasonal employment in a variety of areas such as after-school sports/program leaders, swim instructors, gym supervisors, officials, playground leaders, et cetera. Read on...

  3. Leisure Services WINTER - SPRING Activities Brochure Is Available / Registration Information

    Our Winter - Spring Activities Brochures have arrived! Read on...

  4. Leisure Services Department - Fall 2018 Scholarships Still Available

    The Fall 2018 Scholarship applications are available for pickup. As of December 14th, we have several scholarships still available!! See below for important scholarship information. Read on...

  5. Playtime for Tots - Session Dates for Winter-Spring

    This special Neighborhood Recreation Program is a 5-day per week program (Mon-Fri) for 3 and 4 year-olds. It is designed to be a structured recreational program including activities such as games, stories, music and art, developed around a weekly theme. Read on...
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