MARANA PARKS & RECREATION
YOUR RESOURCE FOR PARKS, AQUATICS, SPORTS, EVENTS, TRAILS, ARTS & MORE!
POPULAR LINKS
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Spring/Summer 2024 PROGRAMS
Try something new or get back in the game with our variety of exciting programs for all ages!
Aquatics
Marana Junior Lifeguard Training
SIGNATURE events
Star Spangled Spectacular - 7/4/24
Marana Fall Festival - 10/12/24
Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting - 12/7/24
Marana Founders’ Day - 3/15/25
Nightly Tree & Musical Light Show in December
COMMUNITY EVENTS
RECREATION CALENDAR
Call 520-382-1950 for more information or to sign up by phone.
Activities are subject to cancellation due to weather or low enrollment.
GET IN THE KNOW!
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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
there’s an app for that!
Check the status of your favorite facility, find amenities, explore trail options and sign up for a program, all in one easy-to-use app. Download today.
MARANA DOG LIFE
The Town of Marana is pup-friendly! We believe that dogs enhance the quality of life you can find in Marana and we have PAW-SOME services, assets and events for your pup(s)!
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COMMUNITY CENTER
We heard you loud and clear, and we’re building a new Marana Community & Aquatics Center!
news releases
When will the Town rebuild the Marana Rock Disc Golf Course? Is there a future for a large soccer complex? Are there plans to expand the Tortolita Preserve? Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Parks & Recreation Deputy Director Wayne Barnett and Recreation Superintendent Bob Stinson to discuss the future of park amenities.
The Parks & Recreation Department’s Aquatics Division is hoping to raise awareness about the importance of pool drain safety heading into the summer.
Preparation work for final improvements on the Chuck Huckelberry Loop will begin on Monday, May 20, 2024 north of Cortaro Road.
The #SplashSavvy Summer Kick-off event returns to Ora Mae Harn Park with a competition relay between the Northwest Fire District, Marana Police Department and Marana Parks & Recreation lifeguards.
The Town of Marana Parks & Recreation Department recently celebrated our 9th Arbor Day by planting 15 new trees at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park.
Volunteers are breathing new life into the Sonoran Desert by planting hundreds of saguaros in our community.
The Town of Marana is pleased to announce that the long-awaited segment connecting the Chuck Huckelberry Loop trail system north of Avra Valley Road into the North Marana/Gladden Farms area is currently under construction.
“Movies in Marana” returns for a second year, with feature films playing in different Town of Marana parks.
The tennis and basketball courts at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park will be closed throughout the month of April due to a resurfacing project.
The Gladden Farms baseball and softball fields are officially open to the public! The Town of Marana held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new fields on Friday, March 1, 2024 at 6 p.m.
The Town of Marana Aquatics Team is looking for lifeguards who are passionate about water safety and are ready to dive into a new career this summer!
Join us for our award-winning celebration at the Marana Founders’ Day Parade & Festivities on March 16, 2024.
Another closure is now in effect on a portion of the Chuck Huckelberry Loop as crews continue construction on the installation of Pima County’s new dual 24-inch pipeline from the Continental Ranch Regional Pump Station.
View highlights of the Town of Marana Presents: Holiday Festival & Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 2, 2023!
The Town of Marana Parks & Recreation Department is recognizing its key partners in a project that recently won a State Partnership Award from the Arizona Parks & Recreation Association.
Kick off the holiday season at the annual Marana Holiday Festival and Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 2, from 3-9 PM on Marana Main Street.
A new Tortolita Preserve Trailhead parking lot is now open to the public. Construction will now begin on the second phase of the improvement project.
Construction has officially begun on the Marana Community & Aquatic Center, following the groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, October 20, located at 13455 N. Marana Main Street.
Marana Town Council and staff cut the ribbon at the brand-new dog park located at Gladden Farms Community Park on Friday, October 13. They were joined by an eager group of dogs ready to test out the new amenities, including hills and tunnels.
After a year of planning and development, The Town of Marana is preparing to celebrate the start of construction on its multi-generational community and aquatic center.
You are invited to the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new dog park at Gladden Farms Community Park!
Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Parks & Recreation Deputy Director Wayne Barnett and Communications Manager Vic Hathaway to talk about the latest awards won by Town staff.
National Night Out is back with a friendly game of kickball featuring the Marana Police Department and Northwest Fire District.
The Town of Marana’s free outdoor concert series is back for another season with its first fall concert on Thursday, September 21, 2023.
The Town of Marana Communications Division of the Town Manager’s Office is the proud recipient of three national awards from the City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) for education and branding.
The Town of Marana Parks & Recreation Department is being recognized for its outstanding programs and staff members.
REFUNDS
A 10% Administrative Fee is applied for all customer-requested cancelations. Online processing (convenience) fees are non-refundable and are not included in calculating the amount of the refund.
Refund requests must be submitted in writing, email refund requests to marana.parks@maranaAZ.gov.
Note: Refunds can take up to 14-days to process.
REGISTRATIONS
Registration Refund (Customer Requests): A refund can be issued for a withdrawal request prior to the start of the program. Refunds will not be issued after the start of the program. In lieu of a refund, a one-time transfer may be transacted in conjunction with a cancellation or withdrawal notification. When there is a transfer and there is still a balance due, participants must remit the difference to complete the registration. When there is a transfer resulting in overpayment the participant will receive a refund of the difference. A 10% administrative fee is applied for all customer-requested cancelations. Online processing (convenience) fees are non-refundable and are not included in calculating the amount of the refund.
Program Cancellation or Modification: Programs may be modified or canceled at any time by the Parks and Recreation Department. In the event of a cancellation or modification, notification will be made by phone and email and a full refund will be issued. Refunds for multi-class activities will be prorated on a per-class cancellation basis. A refund receipt will be emailed to the payer on file. Ensure your contact information is accurate to receive these notifications.
Program Transfers: If a transfer is requested the participant will receive a onetime transfer to another program. If a withdraw is requested the Registration Refund (Customer Requests) will apply.
RESERVATIONS
Reservations: Refund requests must be submitted in writing at least four days in advance of reservation date. Any changes to a reservation must be submitted in writing at least three (3) days before the first day of rental.
Rental Terms: Facility reservations must be made no later than three (3) days before scheduled date. Park facilities are available on a first-come, first-serve basis or can be reserved for a fee. A facility is not considered reserved until payment is collected and a receipt and permit issued. Fees for facility use are non-refundable in the event of non-use, rain or shorter duration. Rental time starts and ends at time listed on permit. Setup and cleanup must be completed within the times listed on the permit.
Note: Refunds can take up to 14-days to process.
CONTACT
Marana Parks & Recreation Department
13250 N. Lon Adams Road
Marana, AZ 85653
Phone: (520) 382-1950
Fax: (520) 382-1951
Email: marana.parks@maranaAZ.gov
COMMENT
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Community input is very important to Marana Parks & Recreation. We are looking forward to your feedback and ideas!
Town of Marana Council, staff and partners are making their mark on the Marana Community & Aquatic Center as construction continues.