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Welcome to Parks and Recreation

Welcome to the City of Long Beach Parks and Recreation Department's official webpage! We are happy to offer an array of recreational opportunities that cater to all ages and interests, ensuring there's something for everyone in the community. Whether you're looking to sign your child up for a recreation program, participate in adult leagues, get fit, join a dynamic Senior class or enjoy one of our special events, we have something for everyone. Our Recreation Campus features amenities such as a municipal pool, ice arena, turf fields, basketball courts, roller hockey rink, fishing pier, and a boat launch. For those seeking a more leisurely experience, we offer a skate park, dog run, and a beautiful boardwalk promenade. With seven playgrounds scattered throughout the city, passive recreation is always within reach. Stay connected with us for the latest updates on programs and special events. Long Beach is Recreation!

Recreation News & Updates

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Nominate Someone Great

We are looking for someone “great” to join City officials in lighting the Kennedy Plaza Christmas Tree on December 5. We want to know who has done great things for our community this year; whether it is a neighbor helping a neighbor, a teacher going the extra mile, someone serving in the military, or just someone or a group that deserves the recognition, we want to hear about them. All of the names submitted will be imprinted on ornaments to be placed on the Christmas Tree in Kennedy Plaza. The City Council will announce a nominee(s) to the crowd and together they will officially light the tree. This is a great opportunity during the holiday season to honor those people who make a difference in our city. Click here for details.

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Thanksgiving Closings

In observance of the holiday, City Hall, the Recreation Center, Ice Arena, and the Magnolia Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27. Long Beach buses will run on a holiday schedule and there will be NO Residential Sanitation pickup.

City Hall, the Recreation Center and Magnolia Center will remain closed through Friday, November 28, 2025. The Ice Arena will be open Friday.

There will be regular Residential and Commercial Sanitation pickup on Friday, November 28, 2025.

Happy Thanksgiving, Long Beach!

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Holiday House Decorating Map

Do you love to decorate your house for the holidays?
The City of Long Beach invites residents to join in the 6th Annual Holiday House Decorating Event. This is a community wide project to promote holiday spirit and a perfect way to provide a fun, safe event for the entire family to enjoy!  By participating, your home or business will be placed on our Holiday House Digital Map so residents and visitors can view the amazing Long Beach displays.

Registration to participate opens , Friday, November 21! So pull out your lights, reindeer, wreaths, Santas, nativities, menorahs, kinaras and creativity!
Simply fill out the online application, decorate your home and be sure to “light it up”.
 

Click here for more information and to register.
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Veterans Day Commemoration

The Joint Veterans Organization in cooperation with the City will host the annual Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11 at City Hall on the 6th floor. The service will take place at 10:30am. The Veterans Day Ceremony is the community's way to publicly thank the many veterans who have bravely served our country.
 
All are welcome!
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Turkey Trot Registration Underway

The 20th Annual City Council Turkey Trot will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2025.   Day of Race Registration and t-shirts pick up will be held from 7:00am-8:00am at Long Beach Catholic Regional School Gymnasium, 735 West Broadway, Long Beach, NY.  The One-Mile Children's Race begins at 8:30 am and the 10K (6.2 Miles) Race begins at 9:00am. Thank you to our sponsor Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Click here to register online or click here to download an application.

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6th Annual Halloween Decorated House Digital Map

Get ready to show off your Halloween spirit by registering your decorated house for the City of Long Beach 6th Annual Halloween House Digital Map!
 
This fun initiative allows families to use a digital Google map to explore the town and admire the spook-tacular displays created by fellow residents. Whether you’ve gone all out with eerie decorations, glowing lights, or whimsical themes, your creativity can be part of a festive community tour. Don’t miss the chance to share your haunted haven with others and spread some Halloween cheer!
 
Registration is open!
Click here for more information and to register.
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