About Oakland Parks & Recreation
Our diverse arts and enrichment programs improve the quality of life for every
We offer a wide range of recreation, leisure, cultural, educational and environmental programs and activities in East, West and Central Oakland-- with something for everyone!
- 2,500 acres of open space, including 100 parks
- 25 recreation, community and interpretive centers
- 7 community gardening locations
- 59 outdoor tennis courts
- 3 spacious golf courses
- 53 athletic fields
- 5 swimming pools
History of Oakland Parks & Rec
For more than 75 years, we’ve worked together with communities to build a better Oakland by offering activities for the whole family.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
PRAC (Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission)
Call (510) 238-7532 to confirm meetings.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission reports and makes recommendations to the Oakland City Council on Office of Parks and Recreation policies. It consists of 11 seats, appointed by the Mayor and Council to represent the citizens of Oakland. The public is welcome to attend the Commission's monthly meetings, which are held on the second Wednesday of every month except for August, 4:30 pm, at the Lakeside Park Garden Center, 666 Bellevue Avenue. Please call the Director's office, (510) 238-7532, to confirm meetings in case of cancellation or change-of-venue.
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