Austin Parks & Rec@AustinCityParks

We provide, protect, and preserve a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural, and outdoor experiences in Austin, Texas.

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With ACL Fest load-out and APR's Annual Maintenance period wrapping up, the western section of Zilker Park’s Great Lawn will reopen to the public on Saturday, October 31, with parking available via the Stratford Drive Parking Lot. 1/2
Zilker Park Great Lawn Partial Reopening Map

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The remainder of the Great Lawn will transition to Trail of Lights operations over the coming weeks. Get complete details: tinyurl.com/PartialReopening… 2/2

Partial Reopening of Zilker Park Great Lawn 

With Austin City Limits Festival load-out and Austin Parks and Recreation's (APR) Annual Maintenance period wrapping up, the western section of Zilker Park’s Great Lawn will reopen to the public on...

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Bailey Splash Pad, 1201 W. 33rd St., is closed until further notice for maintenance. Get the latest facilities, pools and park closure information at: AustinTexas.gov/ParkClosures.
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With the second weekend of ACL complete, Austin Parks & Recreation staff are preparing for the Great Lawn's annual maintenance period. Details below:
With the second weekend of ACL complete, Austin Parks & Recreation staff are preparing for the Great Lawn's annual maintenance period. Current conditions resemble previous years. After event loadout is complete, APR staff will begin aerating the lawn to relieve compaction from foot traffic. City staff are coordinating with event organizers to transition from ACL to APR's annual maintenance period and into the Trail of Lights Festival. City staff are also meeting daily with the National Weather Service to prepare for any potential rain. Safeguards will remain in place to protect the park's turf and infrastructure throughout this process. APR staff remain committed to ensuring the organizer restores the park to its previous condition or better, restores public access to Zilker Park as soon as possible, and uses this opportunity to relieve soil compaction to improve drainage and resilience for future events as well as daily park visitors.

ALT With the second weekend of ACL complete, Austin Parks & Recreation staff are preparing for the Great Lawn's annual maintenance period. Current conditions resemble previous years. After event loadout is complete, APR staff will begin aerating the lawn to relieve compaction from foot traffic. City staff are coordinating with event organizers to transition from ACL to APR's annual maintenance period and into the Trail of Lights Festival. City staff are also meeting daily with the National Weather Service to prepare for any potential rain. Safeguards will remain in place to protect the park's turf and infrastructure throughout this process. APR staff remain committed to ensuring the organizer restores the park to its previous condition or better, restores public access to Zilker Park as soon as possible, and uses this opportunity to relieve soil compaction to improve drainage and resilience for future events as well as daily park visitors.

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Doris Miller Auditorium Designated City of Austin Historic Landmark by Austin City Council - The Doris Miller Auditorium at Rosewood Neighborhood Park, 2300 Rosewood Ave., was designated a historic landmark by Austin City Council on October 8, 2026. 1/2
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Noted for its architectural significance, community value & historical associations, the Doris Miller Auditorium joins other properties managed by Austin Parks & Recreation with Austin Historic Landmark status. Read more about Doris Miller Auditorium: tinyurl.com/Doris-Miller-Aud… 2/2

Doris Miller Auditorium Designated City of Austin Historic Landmark by Austin City Council

The Doris Miller Auditorium at Rosewood Neighborhood Park, 2300 Rosewood Ave., was designated a historic landmark by Austin City Council on October 8, 2026. Noted for its architectural significance,...

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The Gymnasium and Weight Room at Oswaldo A.B. Cantu/Pan American Recreation Center, 307 Chicon St., are closed maintenance until further notice. All leagues and open play are suspended. Get the latest facilities, pools and park closure information at: AustinTexas.gov/ParkClosures.
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Austin Parks & Recreation (APR), Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME), & C3 Presents staff & contractors worked around the clock to ensure Zilker Park's Great Lawn is safe and ready for Weekend Two of ACL Fest. Read about the preparations: tinyurl.com/5n8drmr7
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Austin Parks and Recreation Committed to Zilker Park Stewardship and Post-Event Lawn Remediation Zilker Park is the crown jewel of Austin. Austin Parks and Recreation is fully committed to protecting the park and the Great Lawn’s long-term health, including ensuring... 1/3
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...its restoration to prime condition following the Austin City Limits Music Festival. As always, C3 Presents is responsible for restoring the park to its previous condition, or better. City staff are actively monitoring the park during ACL Fest and understand the concerns... 2/3
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...about the environment caused this past weekend by heavy rainfall. Get complete Zilker Park stewardship and post-event lawn remediation information: tinyurl.com/3482v4nf 3/3

Austin Parks and Recreation Committed to Zilker Park Stewardship and Post-Event Lawn Remediation

Zilker Park is the crown jewel of Austin. Austin Parks and Recreation is fully committed to protecting the park and the Great Lawn’s long-term health, including ensuring its restoration to prime...

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Starting as early as Sunday, October 18, TxDOT crews will close the Lady Bird Lake south shore boardwalk on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at I-35 to accommodate construction of the pedestrian bridge. 1/3
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This closure will remain in place for one week. During this time, other access points will be available from nearby locations at South Lakeshore Boulevard east of I-35 or the trail entrance west of I-35. 2/3
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After this closure, crews will limit access along a portion of the south shore boardwalk through early 2027 to accommodate construction of the pedestrian bridge east of I-35. Access under the I-35 bridge will remain for trail users. More closure info: AustinTexas.gov/ParkClosures 3/3

Closed Parks and Buildings

A comprehensive list of all park and building closures in the Austin Parks and Recreation system due to construction, weather, or other factors.

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Austin, TX REMEMBER: There are customary street and parking lot closures during September and October associated with the annual Austin City Limits Festival that takes place the first two weekends in October 2026. 1/2
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Parking lot closures begin on Monday, September 14 and street traffic impacts begin on Monday, September 21. Get the most up-to-date information about ACL Festival related closures via the ACL Mobility Guide website: tinyurl.com/ACLMobilityGuide… 2/2
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⚡️ Flash flooding can be devastating. Don't underestimate the power of rushing water. 🌊 Always remember: Turn Around, Don't Drown! Share this message to help spread awareness. #FlashFloodPrevention #SpreadTheWord ___ ⚡️ Las inundaciones repentinas pueden ser devastadoras. No subestimes el poder del agua en movimiento. 🌊 Siempre recuerda: ¡Da la vuelta, no te ahogues! Comparte este mensaje para ayudar a crear conciencia. #PrevenciónDeInundacionesRepentinas #CorreLaVoz
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There will be an additional trail reroute east of the pedestrian bridge in Roy G. Guerrero Metropolitan Park starting Thursday, October 1, through Friday, October. 17. Park patrons are asked to slow down, follow signage, and staff directions during this period. 1/2
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The additional trail reroute is part of Austin Water's Krieg Athletic Complex Reclaimed Water Project: austintexas.gov/water/krieg-…. Get the latest facilities, pools and park closure information at: AustinTexas.gov/ParkClosures. 2/2
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Austin Energy is installing three new power poles at Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park, 7000 Ardath St., to accommodate the relocation of existing electrical wires that are located over the playscape areas. 1/2
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The work will begin Tuesday, September 29, & take approximately two weeks, depending on weather. The pole installation will impact the use of the park near the playscape areas and pond. Get the latest facilities, pools and park closure information at: AustinTexas.gov/ParkClosures. 2/2
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