Wrapping Up Parks & Recreation Month in Decatur: Build Together, Play Together!

Across the country, July is dedicated to celebrating the incredible impact that parks, recreation programs, and public spaces have on building strong, healthy, and connected communities. Here in Decatur, we embraced this year’s theme, “Build Together, Play Together,” with a month full of activities that brought neighbors, friends, and families together.

Throughout the month, our team worked hard to make each week meaningful and memorable. Rec and Ally handed out popsicles at camps and pools, helping everyone cool off while spreading a little extra joy. We welcomed community members to explore nature with guided hikes led by our Urban Naturalist and opened Ebster Pool for a free swim day that invited all to dive into summer fun.

Our grand finale? Community Day at Ebster! It was a true celebration of connection—with music from DJ K-Kat, inflatable games, soccer clinics, bike rides, and open play. The day brought together residents of all ages and backgrounds for an afternoon of laughter, movement, and shared experiences.

These events weren’t just about fun, they were a reminder of how parks and recreation create space for wellness, learning, and community building. Your participation and support helped make this month such a success.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Here’s to building something even better, together.