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Adult Athletic Leagues

Adult athletic league opportunities, fees and more.

Become a Syrathoner

The Syrathon Series provides both beginners and seasoned runners an opportunity to participate in a fun and healthy challenge, over the course of the year.

Play FootGolf

FootGolf course location, opportunities, fees and more.

Golfing

Golf course locations, opportunities, fees and more.

Kayaking in Syracuse

Kayaking opportunities, hours, fees and more.

Swimming

Pool locations, hours, pool rules, and more.

Winter Fun

Plenty of activities to take advantage during the winter months: cross-country skiing, ice skating, sledding and snowshoeing.

Youth Sports Programs and Activities

We offer recreational and educational programs for children and teens.

Pickleball in Syracuse

Pickleball opportunities, hours, fees and more.

Upcoming Parks Events

05 May 2024 An event for the whole family including veteran runners as well as those just beginning their fitness journey. The run consists of 3 loops around Burnet Park for a total distance of 3 kilometers.

Contact: Kelsey Hayes 315.935.9631/ pjasecretary@gmail.com

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2024 Big Rig Day at Burnet Park

18 May 2024 Children and their families can climb behind the wheel of some of the city’s big trucks from the Police, Fire, Public Works, Parks, and Water departments, as well as other rigs from local companies and organizations.

Contact: Tracey McClellan at tmcclellan@syrgov.net

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2024 National Grid Syracuse International Jazz Fest

26 Jun 2024 A world class weekend of incredible music in Clinton Square, featuring Kenny G, The O'Jays, Gino Vannelli, The Mavericks and so many more, sure to electrify Downtown Syracuse.

Contact: www.Syracusejazzfest.com

Clinton Square, 2 Clinton Street, Syracuse, NY 13202

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2024 Syracuse Arts & Crafts Festival

26 Jul 2024 In the Columbus Circle Area and surrounding streets, artisans and crafters from around the country displaying and selling, live street-entertainment, food vendors, sidewalk chalk competition, and more, July 26 - 28, 2024.

Contact: Downtown Committee

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