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In 2025, Richland’s Parks & Public Facilities is hosting 52 park visits throughout our city! With new visits scheduled each month, participants will have the opportunity to meet with City representatives. Programs may include park history, local vegetation & wildlife, available amenities, or tours of the facility.
Watch for Facebook events, visit our calendar at www.richlandparksandrec.com, or scan the QR to view all park tour dates through the remainder of 2025!
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
September-December 2025
Bring your well behaved vaccinated and spayed/neutered dog to end of summer dog swim.
Outdoor Summer Movie Series
Pooch Plunge
COMMUNITY
Grab your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and snacks. Bring your family and friends for an evening movie in the park. Movies are free and begin at dusk (weather permitting). Before each movie, we will have games, food vendors, and activities. Free Activity.
September 12 – Wall-E
September 26 – Encanto Games/Activities – Begin at 6:30pm Food Vendors – 7:00–9:30pm Howard Amon Park, Behind Community Center
Fall Carnival
Calling all goblins, ghouls, princesses, and pirates of all ages! There will be carnival games, a maze, hayrides, spooky stories, a pumpkin patch, and tons of candy! Dress up for the best costume contest. Food vendors will be available. Free community event.
Saturday, October 18 2:00–4:00pm John Dam Plaza
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Join us for cookie decorating, hot cocoa, a holiday movie, and even a chance to write a letter to Santa. Space is limited; registration is required.
Thursday, December 18 3:30–6:00 pm 10794 $3.00 Resident & Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
52in25
Visit all of Richland’s Parks with Director Chris Waite. Chris will lead 52 park tours throughout our City! Date Time Parks/Location
September 5 9am–12pm
Barth, Craighill, Greater Years, Lawless, Beverly Heights, Frankfort, Paul Liddell
September 11 2:00–5:00pm Rodney Block, Stevens, Jason Lee, Westwood, Oak, Lynnwood Loop
September 23 8:00–10:00am Walking Tour GA Pehrson UGT Trail
October 1 1:30–4:30pm Walking Tour
The Reach, Columbia Park West, Bateman Island, Wye, Wye Levee Trail, Sacajawea Overlook
October 15 2:00–5:00pm BMX Track, Hanford Legacy, Horn Rapids Natural Space, Drollinger
October 31 9:00am–12:00pm Desert Rim, Chaparral, Meadows East, Overlook
November 6 1:30–4:30pm Little Badger Mountin, Gala, Hills West, Heritage
Bring your four-legged friends out for the Pooch Plunge at Howard Amon Wading Pool! We invite social, well-behaved dogs that play well with others. Dogs should be over 6 months old and MUST have current vaccinations. At least one adult must accompany the dogs.
Saturday, September 6 10:00am–2:00pm
Small Dogs – 10:00–12:00pm
Large Dogs – 12:00–2:00pm
Howard Amon Wading Pool
Winter Wonderland
Join us for Winter Wonderland. The highly anticipated “flipping of the light switch” is an event you won’t want to miss. Countdown with Santa & Mrs. Claus appearances, holiday characters, and food vendors. Dancing light show every night, December 5 through January 1, 2026, 5–9pm.
Friday, December 5, 5:00–9:00pm
5:00pm Entertainment
5:30pm Lighted Vehicle Parade
6:00pm Lighting Countdown
Saturday, December 6, 5:00–9:00pm
Additional information coming soon.
John Dam Plaza/HAPO Community Stage
Howard Amon Park – Lee Landing
Holiday light display, Food vendors
Lighted boat parade Clover Island Yacht Club (weather permitting).
Firework show – following the boat parade Community Center
Holiday crafts, Bingo, Hot cocoa/popcorn (while supplies last), Music performances, Digital decorations
Santa & Mrs Claus (6:30–8:30pm)
Friday & Saturday, December 5–6 5:00–8:30pm
Howard Amon Park/Richland Community Center
Visit Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, holiday characters, and food vendors
Fridays & Saturdays
December 12, 13, 19, 20 5:00–7:00pm
John Dam Plaza
Time for Tots
Drop in anytime between 11a.m. and 1p.m. We’ll provide balls, hoops, mats, and Big Blue Blocks. It’s a great opportunity to socialize with other parents while your preschooler plays with other children.
Thursdays 11:00am–1:00pm
Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
Free Activity (Parent/Guardian supervision required.
Newbie Line Dancing
Instructor: Jo Miller
Have you always wanted to learn to Line Dance? Our Absolute Beginner class is perfect for you! Whether you're a complete novice or returning after an injury or illness, this class provides a welcoming and supportive environment to rediscover the joy of dancing. Join us for a fun dancing experience where you will move, groove, and make new friends on the dance floor!
Mondays 1:00–2:00pm
New Attitude Improver Line Dancing
Instructor: Jo Miller
Ages 16+ - Not for beginners, this class is for dancers with some experience, ready to take it up and learn more exciting, fun routines. Designed to help you grow as a line dancer, you’ll build on your basic skills, gain confidence, and get comfortable out on the dance floor. Line dancing tones muscles and boosts memory, coordination, and concentration- plus, it’s a whole lot of fun!
1:00–2:00pm
4-Count Swing
Instructors: Fred Fagan & Nancy Smith
Ages 16+. This is the easiest swing dance to learn. Danced to the solid 4 count music with a strong beat, dancers quickly learn the basic step and move on to learn Opening Up with the Lady, the Lady's Underarm Turn, the Gentleman’s Underarm Pass, the Gentleman’s Behind the Back Pass, and other fun patterns. In this class, you will learn several patterns that let you swing to music such as the Beach Boys and the Village People (YMCA). This class is for Newcomers to 4 Count Swing dancing.
Wednesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Class# Month Resident Non-Resident
10716 September $32.00 $40.00
Drop-In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident
Richland Community Center, Activity Room
Waltz
Instructors: Fred Fagan & Nancy Smith
Ages 16+. The waltz was first danced in the royal courts of Europe during the Renaissance. Today it is danced all over the world. The waltz is easy to learn with a simple 1-2-3 count. In this class, you will learn several patterns that will let you glide all around the dance floor with your dance partner. You will be able to dance the waltz for weddings and many other occasions to music such as The Beautiful Tennessee Waltz. This class is for Newcomers to Waltz.
Wednesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Class# Month Resident Non-Resident
10717 October $40.00 $50.00
Drop-In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Activity Room
Cha Cha
Instructors: Fred Fagan & Nancy Smith
Ages 16+. Cha Cha is a flirtatious dance that originated in Cuba in the early 1950s. This dance features sharp, precise movements that emphasize hip and leg action. Cha Cha is danced to the music of the same name. Cha Cha is a spot dance that tends to be in a small area on the dance floor. However, some patterns move briskly across the dance floor. We will be learning the American rhythm style of Cha Cha. The dance music is primarily Latin, such as music from Santana.
Wednesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Class# Month Resident Non-Resident
10715 November $32.00 $40.00
Drop-In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Activity Room
Zumba with Tai Fei
Zumba is a dance fitness class that uses Latininspired music and easy-to-follow dance movements to create a fun and effective workout program. It provides a non-intimidating opportunity for non-dancers and new exercisers. It's a fun way to achieve fitness goals. Zumba is for all age groups, especially older adults. Try it! You may like it!
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30–10:30am
$7.00
Argentine Tango Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Kathy Dee
Beginner Level: This class focuses on developing fundamental leading and following skills while building strong partner connections. Students will learn basic steps like the 8-count basic, Parada, cohos, and more. It’s a progressive course that continues monthly and welcomes new students. Lessons are rooted in the authentic tango style of Buenos Aires.
Intermediate Level: Designed for those with a minimum of one year of tango experience, this class advances into more intricate steps and detailed techniques. Focus areas include enhancing partner connection, mastering contra-body movements, refining musicality, footwork, cross-system maneuvers, and improving leading and following abilities.
Thursdays 6:30–8:00pm
Bachata 2.0
Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena
Age 18+. Now that you feel comfortable with the Bachata basics learned in level 1.5, you are ready to learn more footwork and turn patterns that can be used on the dance floor. No partner required. Prerequisite: Bachata Level 1.5 or basic understanding of bachata partner-work.
Tuesdays 7:30–8:30pm
$11.00
Bachata 2.5
Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Age 18+. As you continue on your Bachata journey, we will increase your repertoire of footwork and partner work for the dance floor, as well as rhythm and musicality. Prerequisite: Bachata level 2.0 or instructors’ permission.
Tuesdays 7:30–8:30pm
Drop-In: $11.00 Resident / $13.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
Bachata 3.0
Ages 18+. Take your Bachata skills to the next level in this class, where we will expand your footwork, partner work, and musicality, preparing you for the dance floor. Focus will be placed on refining technique and enhancing rhythm, all while building confidence in your moves. Prerequisite: Bachata 2.5 or the instructor's permission.
Tuesdays 7:30–8:30pm
Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
Intermediate Bachata
Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena
Ages 18+. This class welcomes those who have completed all levels of our Tuesday Bachata class & have obtained permission from the instructor. Throughout this course, we'll delve deeper into musicality, exploring advanced concepts and fundamentals essential for executing intermediate patterns, intricate footwork, and style variations. Join us as we refine our Bachata skills and take them to the next level! Prerequisite: You must have completed all the levels of our Tuesday Bachata class or obtained permission from the instructor.
Wednesdays 7:30–8:30pm
Drop-In: $11.00 Resident / $13 00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
Intermediate Cuban Salsa Intensive
Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena
Ages 18+. This Intermediate class is open to dancers who have completed our August Cuban Salsa Workshop or have received instructor approval. The course focuses on building a strong foundation in Cuban Salsa and introducing & polishing your Rueda de Casino skills. Throughout the class, you’ll work on timing, body movement, and Cuban styling, while also strengthening your ability to lead, follow, and connect with your partner.
Wednesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Drop-In: $11.00 Resident / $13.00
Salsa 2.5
Ages 18+. In this class, we will continue to focus on technique while incorporating more advanced footwork, spin techniques, and partner work. Prerequisite: Salsa 2.0 or the instructor's permission.
Tuesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Drop-In: $11.00 Resident / $13.00 Non-Resident
Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
Salsa 3.0
Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena
Ages 18+. This class is designed for beyond beginner salsa dancers ready to take their skills to the next level. We’ll explore more turn patterns & partner connection, while emphasizing fluid transitions. Prerequisite: Salsa 2.5 or instructor approval required.
Tuesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Drop-In: $11.00 Resident / $13.00 Non-Resident
Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
Salsa & Bachata Practica
Ages 18+. Join us to practice what you have been learning in class! Practice is open to anyone in the community who has a little or a lot of salsa and/or bachata experience. This is not a class. However, there will be dancers of all levels who can assist you with any questions you may have and practice with. No partner is needed.
Mondays 6:30–8:30pm
September 8
October 6
November 3
Richland Community Center, Activity Room
Drop-In Only: $2.00 Resident / $3.00 Non-Resident
Patti's Bundle – Yoga & Fitness
Instructor: Patti Mason
Mondays – Patti's Yoga
A beautiful flow of postures combined with active and passive breathing connects body, mind, and spirit. Feel your physical, emotional, and mental stress release, allowing the body to renew and restore. Creating this homeostasis within the body promotes the body's natural healing process, bringing peace and harmony. This class is especially beneficial for anyone with lower back, hip, shoulder, or joint issues. If you want to sign up for yoga, only check out the yoga section on page 15.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays – Patti's Workout
Feel Joy in your body! Aerobics, Weights, Shape/Strength, Stretching/Flexibility, Functional Fitness, and Yoga Release. Feel the beautiful changes in your body, mind, and spirit. Choose to enhance your life with the gift of improved health and fitness, and have lots of fun together on this journey.
Mondays 5:00–6:20pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays 4:00–5:30pm
FITNESS
Drop-In: $5.00 Resident / $6.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Rm South
Fitness Room
Ages 13+. The Fitness Room has a Vectra station weight machine, weights, two elliptical trainers, two treadmills, one stationary bike, and two seated step machines. Also available are stability balls, a battle rope, kettlebells, band sets, jump ropes, and a TRX system. Children 13-15 years of age must have adult supervision (18 years or older).
Monday–Friday 8:00am–9:00pm
Naginata
Instructor: Bryce Harrop
Ages 13+. Naginata is a Japanese martial art that demonstrates both power and grace. It is characterized by the grandeur of the sweeping movements of the Naginata. This art is for those interested in either competitive fighting or the physical beauty of choreographed movements called kata. No equipment is necessary. Wear exercise attire.
Mondays 7:00–8:30pm
Drop-In: $9.00
Richland
Tai Chi
/ $11.00 Non-Resident
Instructors: Bill Powell, Katherine Davis, Kelley Muntean & Susanna Salsbury
Classes consist of a brief meditation period, warmup exercises, learning the Tai Chi Walk, and practicing short and long-form Yang style Tai Chi. The reason for the movements will be provided at the beginning or end of the class. Individual/group practices are provided during the sessions, with the primary goal of leaving each class feeling better than when you arrived.
Mondays: 3:00–4:00pm, Wednesdays: 2:00–3:00pm
Fridays: 10:30–11:30am
Drop-In: $4.00
/ $5.00 Non-Resident
Drop-In is allowed for returning students only. Beginners must register/audit for the class at the beginning of the month.
Richland Community Center, Riverview Rm South
How About a Game of Pool?
Come play a great game of pool during building hours! We provide two professional-size pool tables, balls, cues, and chalk for your convenience.
Richland Community Center, Billiards Room
$2.00/day or $20/month Applicable tax included
Heart Safe
Richland Fire Department will provide instruction in a 45-minute session on simple but effective CPR and AED techniques that people can use to help save lives. Ninety percent of cardiac arrest victims die before reaching a hospital or medical facility. Effective CPR provided in the first minutes can increase survival by two to three times. Youths ages 8–15 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Tuesday, September 10 10659 6:00–6:45pm 10660 7:00–7:45pm
Tuesday, November 12 10662 6:00–6:45pm 10663 7:00–7:45pm
Richland Community Center, Meeting Room Free (Registration Required)
Family Bingo
Join us for some old-fashioned family bingo. Bring family and friends to the Richland Community Center for an afternoon the kids will remember. Lots of fun and laughs!
Saturday, September 20 1:00–3:00 pm
Saturday, October 11 1:00–3:00 pm
Saturday, November 15 1:00–3:00 pm
Saturday, December 20 1:00–3:00 pm Free Activity (for all ages)
Richland Community Center, Games Room
Pinochle
Comfortable play and friendly competition. People are ready and willing to help you improve your pinochle skills.
Fridays 6:00–8:30pm
Richland Community Center, Games Room
$1.00 Applicable tax included
Party Bridge
Haven't played bridge for a while? Come on down and brush up on your game. Open to all ages.
Mondays, Wednesdays 8:30–11:30am
Richland Community Center, Games Room
$1.00 Applicable tax included
Duplicate Bridge
In duplicate bridge, the same bridge deal is played at each table. Scoring is based on relative performance. ACBL players may play with nonACBL players.
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 12:30–3:30pm
Richland Community Center, Games Room
$1.00 Applicable tax included
ACBL Bridge: Various Groups*
Haven't played bridge for a while? Come on down and brush up your game. Open to all ages.
Tuesdays: Tri-Cities Bridge Club 12:30–3:30pm
Wednesdays: Richland Duplicate 5:30–9:30pm 1st Thursday: ACBL Unit 442 5:30–9:30pm Richland Community Center, Games Room
Hunter’s Education*
Instructor: Randy Absolon
Learn proper use and safety of firearms, sportsmanship, conservation, and personal safety while enjoying the outdoors. State-certified instructors teach this class. Sign up here at: www.register-ed.com/programs/washington
*See Activities or Events by Private Organizations, pg. 17
GENERAL EDUCATION, SOCIAL, & GAMES
RICHLAND WALKS
History through the Houses
Accompany Richland's volunteers on a leisurely stroll through the city's historical homes. Unveil the diverse eras from pre-war to mid-century and highlight an abundance of alphabet homes. This relaxed walk offers an intriguing glimpse into the city's past, providing an easy and enjoyable experience for all participants.
10720 Saturday, September 20 9:00–11:30am
Activity Level 1, Approximately 3 miles
Meet at the corner of Wilson Street and Johnston Ave by Chief Jo Middle School.
No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)
G.A. Pehrson Urban Greenbelt Trail
Walk w/ Director Chris Waite
This volunteer-led walk will follow Richland’s Urban Greenbelt Trail (UGT), which encircles the central city. Along the way, we’ll talk about the city’s history and look at pictures of Richland in earlier days.
10790 Tuesday, September 23 8:00–10:30am
Activity Level 1, Approximately 3 miles
Meet in front of the Richland Community Center.
No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)
Mid-Century Modern Architecture Tour
While many people are familiar with Richland’s alphabet houses, few realize that the city is also home to many mid-century modern houses. This volunteer-led walk will wander through North Richland, looking at some of the more interesting examples of this international style.
10721 Saturday, October 11 9:00–11:30am
Activity Level 2, Approximately 2 ¼ miles
Meet at Newcomer St Parking lot in Leslie Groves
No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)
Western Expansion
The original plan for the government houses placed them east of Thayer Drive, but the need for increased units pushed the boundaries toward the west. We’ll look at prefabs, precuts, ranch houses, as well as C, K, and L houses.
10792 Saturday, November 22 9:00–11:30am
Activity Level 1, Approximately 2 miles
Meet at the HomeLink parking lot on Van Giesen St. No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)
Richland Walks: Winter Wonderland Houses
Join Richland volunteers to hear the story behind the alphabet house models erected at John Dam Plaza for a "mini" walk and an informal conversation about these historic wartime buildings still in use today.
10791 Sunday, December 7 1:00–2:00pm
Meet at John Dam Plaza
No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)
Difficulty Scale for all Richland Walks/Hikes
Activity Level 1 – Gentle walking with little elevation change. Pace is very social with breaks. ADA accessible.
Activity Level 2 – Moderate walking and elevation change which may include stairs. Pace is consistent with occasional sops. Portions of activity may not be ADA accessible.
Activity Level 3 – Moderate to difficult walking and hiking which may include major elevation changes. Pace is brisk with occasional stops. Typically, not ADA accessible.
Richland Youth Basketball
Richland youth basketball is for boys and girls entering grades 1st – 6th in the 2025-2026 school year.
The Basketball Program’s Mission is to provide the community's children with a fun opportunity to learn and appreciate the game of basketball through active participation in practice and games.
The practice will occur once a week, beginning the week of January 13, for teams that have approved coaches.
The games are on Saturdays and should start on January 24. Practices will occur on weekday evenings at the Richland School District elementary school gyms. Dates and times of practices will depend on the availability of the respective school gym and coaches Register by Mail, In-Person, or Online! www.richlandparksandrec.com
Early Registration Sept 16 - 30
$52.00 Resident / $65.50 Non-Resident
Regular Registration Oct 1 - Nov 3
$62.00 Resident / $78.00 Non-Resident
Late Registration Nov 4 - 17
$72.00 Resident / $90.00 Non-Resident
WE NEED COACHES!
This league is dependent on parent involvement. Call 509-942-7529 if interested or email parksrec@ci.richland.wa.us
Table Tennis
The Tri-Cities Table Tennis Association provides a place for Table Tennis players to experience, improve, and advance the sport to every generation and skill level. Table Tennis play is open to the public for all skill levels. Club members make themselves available for new players, and equipment is available www.tricitytabletennis.com www.facebook.com/TCTTA TriCitiesTableTennis@gmail.com
Note: Play days are subject to cancellation based on facility rentals. Please call 509-942-7529 to confirm.
Sundays 12:30–3:45pm
Mondays 6:45–8:45pm
Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30–8:45pm Richland Community Center, Room Varies
$4.00 per person
Fitness Room
Ages 13+. The Fitness Room has a Vectra weight machine, weights, two elliptical trainers, two treadmills, one stationary bike, and two seated step machines. Also available are stability balls, a battle rope, kettlebells, band sets, jump ropes, and a TRX system. Children 13-15 years of age must have adult supervision (18 years or older).
Monday–Friday 8:00am–9:00pm Saturday 9:00am–8:00pm Sunday 12:00–4:00pm
Drop-In
Individual Pass
Family Pass
$2.00/day
$8.00/month
$16/month
COLUMBIA POINT GOLF COURSE
Columbia Point Golf Course is an upscale, daily-fee facility built and owned by the City of Richland. It is a challenging course for all levels of golfers and is located on the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains, adjacent to the Columbia River. It boasts a variety of tee boxes and measures 6,571 yards from the Championship tees.
This James J. Engh design features mounded, rolling fairways and large, undulating greens. The parkland-style course opened in 1997. Columbia Point has a fully stocked golf shop, cafe, covered patio, and driving range, complete with extra amenities, including men's and ladies' lockers available for daily use. The clubhouse at Columbia Point matches the natural beauty, of course. The covered patio with a panoramic view of the front nine complements the spacious golf shop and indoor cafe seating.
Columbia Point is ranked yearly by Washington by Western Golf Alliance - Where You Can Rip It.
Contact the golf shop for more information at (509) 946-0710.
Yoga Flow II (Hybrid)
Instructor: Dawn MacDonald
Discover the perfect balance of strength, balance, and flexibility in our Yoga Flow II class, specially curated for the vibrant 40+ population. Join us for a medium-paced flow that harnesses the power of basic yoga postures, empowering you to enjoy life to the fullest, doing the things you love with grace and vitality. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:15–6:15pm
Chair Pilates & Balance Workshop
Instructor: Archa Emerson
Join us for a revitalizing Chair Pilates class designed to strengthen, tone, and improve flexibility from the comfort of your seat. This class blends gentle movements, controlled breathing, and mindful exercises tailored for all fitness levels. Using the chair for support, we’ll engage core muscles, enhance posture, and increase body awareness through seated and standing exercises. Get ready to feel refreshed and energized!
Mondays & Wednesdays 2:30–3:30pm
In: $8.00
Richland Community Center, Activity Room
Candlelight Yoga (Hybrid)
Instructor: Dawn MacDonald
The theme for this year is “Tranquil Holiday Retreat.” Step into a haven of tranquility amidst the festive rush. Our Candle Light Yoga class offers a peaceful retreat where you can unwind, release tension, and find deep relaxation. It allows you to savor the true essence of the holiday season with a serene heart and calm mind.
Friday, December 12 5:00–6:30pm
Drop In: $6.00 Resident / $7.50 Non-Resident
Richland
Patti’s Yoga (Hybrid)
Instructor: Patti Mason
Release, Renew, Restore: This class combines a beautiful flow of postures with active and passive breathing, connecting body, mind, and spirit. Feel your physical, emotional, and mental stress release, allowing the body to renew and restore. Creating this homeostasis within the body promotes the body's natural healing process, bringing new peace and harmony. This class is especially beneficial for anyone with lower back, hip, shoulder, and joint issues.
Mondays 5:00–6:20pm
$4.00 Fitness Room
Register for any fitness, yoga, dance, or martial arts class and add a Fitness Room monthly pass.
Drop-In: $5.00 Resident / $6.00 Non-Resident
Richland Community Center, Riverview Room
Activities or Events by Private Organizations
*This activity is offered and organized by a private organization. The City is not responsible for facilitating or staffing this activity, nor does it collect or administer participation fees.
Richland Resident (R) /Non-Resident Policy (N)
The City recognizes that the primary purpose of Parks and Recreation is to provide for the recreational needs of Richland residents. People living within Richland’s city limits support the City’s parks and recreation services through taxes. People residing outside the city limits are welcomed and encouraged to enjoy City-sponsored events and programs at a non-resident rate.
Class Refund Policy
The City reserves the right to cancel, reschedule, relocate, or combine activities as needed. If Parks and Recreation cancels an activity, participants will be notified, and a full refund will automatically be issued. A participant-initiated refund for classes and activities must be requested at least three (3) business days before the start date and will not be issued for any value less than $5. Participant-initiated refunds will be assessed a $5 processing fee per class/activity for each person involved. Refunds take approximately 14 days to process. Refunds for VISA and MasterCard transactions will be credited to the same card used in the original transaction.
Gender Equity Statement
The City of Richland complies with Washington’s Fair Play in Community Sports Act (Chapter 467, 2009 Laws, effective July 26, 2009), which prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of sex in the operation, conduct, or administration of community athletics programs for youth or adults. A third party receiving a lease or permit from the City of Richland for a community athletics program is also prohibited from discriminating against any person based on sex in the operation, conduct, or administration of community athletics programs for youth or adults. Please send comments or concerns to the City of Richland, Attn: Julie Jackson, 500 Amon Park Drive, Richland, WA 99352 or 509-942-7501 or jjackson@ci.richland.wa.us.
Interested in Teaching a Class?
Parks & Recreation is always looking for enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructors to teach classes and workshops. Visit our website: www.richlandparksandrec.com
Life Jacket Loaner Program
Life vests are available to check out free of charge at the Richland Community Center.
Bike Helmet Distribution Site
The Community Center is one of the distribution sites for the Safe Kids Coalition helmet fitting program.
Interested in a Room Rental at the Center?
For more information on rentals, please visit our website at www.richlandparksandrec.com or call 509-942-7529.
Photo Release
Photographs of participants may be taken for promotional purposes. Please notify the staff or the photographer if you wish to avoid having your photo taken.
Outdoor Facility
The city cannot predict the weather or other environmental conditions such as insects, wildlife, uneven terrain, wet grass and puddles, dirt, dust, noise from other park users, or other unpredictable, unknown, or natural factors that occur in a public park. The city will use its best effort to provide the facility at an acceptable level of service consistent with that provided to all park users.
Outdoor Cancellation Policy
All event cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellations made 14+ days before the event date receive a full refund of the agreed hourly rental fee. Cancellations made 7–13 days before the event date receive 50% of the agreed hourly rental fee. Cancellations made 0-6 days before the event date receive no refund of the agreed hourly rental fees. Damage deposit refunded in full if canceled before the event. The administration fee is non-refundable (admin fee only pertains to Special Event Agreements).
Statement of Non-Discrimination
The City does not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, religion, color, race, creed, national origin, age, marital status, or any sensory, mental or physical handicap in providing services, programs, or activities. Participants shall not be refused services due to their gender identity or gender expression. The City does not discriminate based on disability in its programs and activities, pursuant to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Pub. L. No. 101-336, 104 Stat. 328 (1990).
Non-Discrimination in Education Programs and Activities
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal statute created to prohibit sex discrimination in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. The City of Richland does not discriminate against any person based on sex in the operation, conduct, or administration of community athletic programs. City sub-recipients and contractors providing educational programs and activities are also prohibited from discriminating against anyone based on sex.
Sports Concussions and Head Injuries
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury or TBI caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. This sudden movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging brain cells. Medical providers may describe a concussion as a “mild” brain injury because concussions are usually not life-threatening. Even so, the effects of a concussion can be serious. For current information on concussions, please visit www.cdc.gov/headsup/
NOTICE UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), the City of Richland will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.
Employment: The City of Richland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA.
Effective Communication: The City of Richland will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the City’s programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The City of Richland will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in City offices, even where pets are generally prohibited.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the City of Richland should contact the City Attorney/City Clerk’s Office at (509) 942-7385 as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
The ADA does not require the City of Richland to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
The City of Richland will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individuals with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retrieving items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
The City Attorney’s Office has been designated to ensure the coordination of the City’s compliance with the ADA, including investigation of any complaint alleging title II discrimination. The City of Richland has a grievance procedure providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in violation of the U.S. Department of Justice regulations implementing Title II of the ADA. This procedure has been developed to comply with 28 CFR 35.107(b) and can found in Chapter 2.11 RMC.
Complaints that a City program, service, activity or facility is not accessible to individuals with disabilities should be directed to ADA Coordinator Heather Kintzley at (509) 942-7385 or via email at hkintzley@ci.richland.wa.us.
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In 2025, Richland’s Parks & Public Facilities is hosting 52 park visits throughout our city! With new visits scheduled each month, participants will have the opportunity to meet with City representatives. Programs may include park history, local vegetation & wildlife, available amenities, or tours of the facility.
Watch for Facebook events, visit our calendar at www.richlandparksandrec.com, or scan the QR to view all park tour dates through the remainder of 2025!