Events Calendar
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The parks department offers a mental health exercise Calander, featuring daily activities designed to enhance mental well-being.
After School Program
Are you looking for a fun, educational, and safe place for your child? Register them in our afterschool program!
City Events Gallery
Welcome to the City of Sanford Parks and Recreation Department!
The City of Sanford’s Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of sports and recreation programs for all ages. In addition to variety of parks, open spaces, playgrounds, and rental facilities, the Department manages the Sanford Museum, Larry A. Dale Aquatic Center, the Sanford Senior Center, summer camps and after-school programs. We strive to offer a variety of quality, affordable leisure activities to meet the physical, mental, cultural and social needs of our residents and visitors.
Parks
Pavilion Rentals & Interactive Park Locator Map.
Contact: (407) 688-5103
Programs
Sports programs for Youth, Adult & Seniors plus Summer Camps, Specialty Camps, After School Cares, Swim Lessons, and more.
Contact: (407)688-5120
Rental Facilities
Facilities available to rent are: Bettye D. Smith Cultural Arts Center, the Sanford Civic Center, and the Dr. Velma H. Williams Westside Community Center.
Contact: (407)688-5120
Larry A. Dale Aquatic Center
Featuring eight 50 meter lanes, twenty 25 yard lanes, this state-of-the-art pool can accommodate any aquatic competition in the world, including international water polo and synchronized swimming. The Aquatic Center offers recreational swimming and aquatics programs for community use.
Sanford Museum
The Sanford Museum opened in 1957 as The Henry Shelton Sanford Memorial Library and Museum. The building was expanded in 1974 and again in 1993. The Sanford Family Collection, including the library and papers of city founder Henry S. Sanford, was donated to the city by Sanford’s daughter Carola Sanford Dow. On display are European and American paintings, furniture, personal objects and books from 1820-1890.
Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium
Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium is the home of Sanford Babe Ruth Baseball and the Sanford River Rats of the Florida Collegiate Summer League. The ballpark is located just south of Lake Monroe on Mellonville Avenue, less than a mile from Historic Downtown Sanford.
Sanford Civic Center
The Sanford Civic Center is a cherished community landmark located on the shores of Lake Monroe and along the scenic Sanford Riverwalk. Built in 1958, this beautifully restored mid-century modern venue offers a unique blend of historic character, architectural style, and modern functionality—making it an ideal location for weddings, galas, corporate meetings, community events, and more.
Westside Community Center
The Dr. Velma H. Williams Westside Community Center is the community hub for all ages. It serves as the home of the Boys & Girls Club of America for after-school care and offers a wide range of programs, including a youth basketball league, an adult fitness room, senior fitness and craft classes, and mentoring programs for young adults. The Center also offers rental opportunities when available.
