Norfolk Nebraska Parks and Recreation

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The Parks and Recreation division maintains all City parks, municipal pools and recreational programs in an efficient and safe manner giving the public an aesthetically pleasing and safe environment to enjoy recreationally and leisurely.

06/11/2026

⚾️ What is Fork Ball? ⚾️

More swings. More action. More fun.

Check out the video below to see why Fork Ball is changing the game and why your child won't want to miss Norfolk's first-ever season.

📅 Season runs July 7 – August 20
🥎 Open to K–5th grade players

👉 Register today and join the fun!
https://tinyurl.com/yrca4r4c

06/10/2026

🚻 Temporary Closure Notice 🚻

The girls’ bathrooms on the south side of Skyview Lake will be closed while we give them a fresh coat of paint. We appreciate your patience as we make improvements to the facility and apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank you for your understanding!

⚠️ Skyview Park Restroom Notice ⚠️All men’s bathrooms at Skyview Park are currently closed until further notice due to s...
06/09/2026

⚠️ Skyview Park Restroom Notice ⚠️
All men’s bathrooms at Skyview Park are currently closed until further notice due to significant vandalism and damage.

⚠️ AquaVenture Closing Early ⚠️Please note that AquaVenture will close at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, due to a priva...
06/09/2026

⚠️ AquaVenture Closing Early ⚠️

Please note that AquaVenture will close at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, due to a private party.

Thank you for your understanding.

⚠️ Cierre Temprano de AquaVenture ⚠️

Tenga en cuenta que AquaVenture cerrará a las 5:00 p.m. el jueves 25 de junio debido a un evento privado.

Gracias por su comprensión.

🌎🍴 Kids in the Kitchen: Around the World is coming to Norfolk Parks & Recreation!Young chefs in grades K-6 will travel t...
06/08/2026

🌎🍴 Kids in the Kitchen: Around the World is coming to Norfolk Parks & Recreation!

Young chefs in grades K-6 will travel the globe through fun, hands-on cooking and baking activities while learning basic kitchen skills and creating delicious treats to take home.

🇮🇹 Italy • 🇲🇽 Mexico • 🇫🇷 France • 🇺🇸 United States

📅 Wednesdays, July 15 – August 5
⏰ 3:00–5:00 p.m.
📍 Elkhorn Lodge

Registration is required by July 14. Sign up today and join us for a tasty adventure around the world! 🌍👩‍🍳👨‍🍳
https://tinyurl.com/3pmmn2fk

06/08/2026

🎾 Notice: The tennis courts at Central Park will be closed TODAY (Monday, June 8) and TOMORROW (Tuesday, June 9) due to concrete work.

We appreciate your patience as these improvements are completed and look forward to reopening the courts as soon as the work is finished.

⚾️ Calling all K–5th grade softball players! ⚾️Introducing Fork Ball—a fast-paced, high-energy youth softball league bui...
06/06/2026

⚾️ Calling all K–5th grade softball players! ⚾️

Introducing Fork Ball—a fast-paced, high-energy youth softball league built for skill development, teamwork, and nonstop fun!

In Fork Ball, players will:
• Hit 2–3 times per inning
• Rotate through every position
• NEVER sit on the bench
• Play more, learn more, and have a blast

Think speedball-style softball with more action, more touches, and way more excitement!

📅 Season: July 7 – August 20
🕕 Games between 6–8 PM

🔥 Kickoff Camp Nights: July 7 & 9

Kids need to bring a glove but all other equipment is provided, and divisions will be based on registration numbers and age groups.

👉 Register now! https://tinyurl.com/yrca4r4c

🚨 Public Service Announcement 🚨We might have to issue a warning before this weekend’s games… 😆These fields are looking s...
06/05/2026

🚨 Public Service Announcement 🚨

We might have to issue a warning before this weekend’s games… 😆

These fields are looking so sharp, we’re advising everyone to be careful not to cut themselves! ✂️🌱

A huge shoutout to the sports field crew who helped get the fields looking absolutely incredible!

🇺🇸 One month until the Run White & Blue 5K in Downtown Norfolk!Start your Fourth of July with a fun, patriotic run throu...
06/04/2026

🇺🇸 One month until the Run White & Blue 5K in Downtown Norfolk!

Start your Fourth of July with a fun, patriotic run through the heart of the city. All participants receive a commemorative medal and event T-shirt (register by June 25 to guarantee your shirt).

🏃 Race begins at 8:00 a.m. on July 4
📍 Riverpoint Square
🔗 Register today: runsignup.com/Race/NE/Norfolk/RunWhiteAndBlueRace

Wear your red, white, and blue and join the celebration!

Head on out to the first Stars, Strolls, & Smores of the summer!Come on out to Skyview Park at 7:30 TONIGHT! A fun-fille...
06/03/2026

Head on out to the first Stars, Strolls, & Smores of the summer!

Come on out to Skyview Park at 7:30 TONIGHT!

A fun-filled evening will feature:

🐟 Catfish Fishing – Learn the basics of catfishing, including bait selection, techniques, and how to get a bite on your line.

📍 Geocaching 101 – Discover the world of geocaching! Learn how this real-world treasure hunt works and pick up tips to help you find your first cache with instructor Jordan Judt.

🦦 Wildlife Trunks – Explore mammal and aquatic ecology through interactive wildlife exhibits and activities.

Visit Norfolk Area Nebraska Lower Elkhorn NRD Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

Address

309 N. 5 Th Street
Norfolk, NE
68701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14028442250

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