The city holds special events throughout the year, including free concerts, holiday celebrations and other community events. View the current list of special events.

When you sign up, we’ll send you updates for parks and recreation programs, Westwood Hills Nature Center programs, leagues, The Rec Center activities, and more. You can choose to be updated on all activities or just the ones that interest you. 

Sign up for parks and recreation emails.

The city has several spaces that are available to rent for birthday parties, company gatherings and more.

Visit the facility rental page to view available facilities and for more information.

Outdoor photography permits are required for those looking to have a photoshoot for individual or commercial use in one of the city parks. The permit helps city staff manage activity in the park, protect the park resources, minimize conflict between user groups and ensure public safety.

If you are looking to do a photoshoot at one of the city’s parks, complete the outdoor photography permit application. Applications must be submitted and approved 14 days before the photoshoot.

If you have any questions, call 952.925.2540.

Need to reserve a court for tennis, sand volleyball or pickleball?

View the court rental information.

Below is a list of current registration forms and rental applications.

• Access to Fun application (PDF version)
• Aquatic Park and splash pad group reservation form
• The Rec Center and ROC reservation form
• Outdoor facility rental application (Wolfe Park amphitheater, Aquatic Park)
• Outdoor athletic facility rental application (courts, fields)
• Park building and picnic shelter rentals
• Parks and recreation registration form
• Westwood Hills Nature Center facility rental application
• Westwood Hills Nature Center outdoor facility rental application
• West End festival site application
• Winter outdoor facility rental application