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Kaxdigoowu Heen Dei & Brotherhood Bridge Parking Lot Closure
Kaxdigoowu Heen Dei (Brotherhood Bridge Trail) is closed starting March 24 for approximately one month while HESCO barriers are installed along the western side of the trail. Alternative access is available via the Dimond Park Field House footbridge.
Brotherhood Bridge Parking Lot is closed until April 19. The Brotherhood Bridge parking lot is closed to the public through April 19. The public is asked to avoid the construction area for the safety of workers, residents, and visitors. More information and project updates can be found here.
Jensen-Olson Arboretum Summer Hours
Beginning April 1 until September 30, Jensen-Olson Arboretum will change to the summer hours, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
Family Fun Night | April 3
The next Family Fun Night is Friday, April 3 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Dimond Park Field House! This free event is designed for children ages 0–6 with a parent or guardian; older siblings may not attend. Toys will be available, no registration is required, and families are encouraged to simply bring their energy and join the fun!
Triathlon Camp Registration
Designed for youth ages 8 to 15 years old, the Triathlon Training Camp will prepare participants for triathlon events. Participants will build endurance, learn about essential triathlon equipment, and understand the flow of a triathlon. The total cost of the camp is $80 plus tax, and this camp is required for youth under 12 who wish to participate in the upcoming Dimond Dash Triathlon. Registration opens March 20 at noon.
Camp begins each day at either the Dimond Park Aquatic Center or the Field House, with other areas of the Dimond Park complex used for training. Camp will be Tuesdays and Thursday, April 14 to May 7 from 5:15 - 6:30 p.m.
Participants must complete a 150-yard (3 laps or 6 lengths) swim test at 5:15 p.m. on Friday, April 3 or 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 4. If participants need gear for the camp or need to schedule an alternative time for the swim test, contact Recreation Coordinator Ellen Johnston at [email protected]
Parent & Tot Ice Skating Lessons Registration
Registration is open for Parent & Tot Ice Skating Lessons for children age 5 and younger with their parents. Learn the basics, falling down & getting up, marching, snowplow stops and getting comfortable on the ice. The lesson will take place Sunday, April 12, from 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. Cost is $15 + tax. Register on the Parks and Recreation catalog under Treadwell Arena. Skate rentals and helmets are included and required on the ice. Dress warm!
Lucky Egg Hunt and Skate with the Bunny | April 5
Join us at Treadwell Ice Arena Sunday, April 5, for a day of active, Spring fun! Starting off at 12:30 p.m. we have a Lucky Egg Hunt for ages 10 and under! Split into five groups, participants will hunt for candy filled eggs and five golden baskets! After the egg hunt will be Skate with the Bunny! The open skate will have an adorable bunny skating around taking pictures! Regular admission rates apply. Rentals are available first-come first-served.
Summer Camp Registration | April 1
It's almost time for summer camp! Registration opens on April 1 at noon! There are over 15 different sessions this summer being held at Dimond Park Aquatic Center, Dimond Park Field House, Treadwell Arena, and Zach Gordon Youth Center! Session length, age range, and avticities vary. Find out more on the registration catalog or on our webpage.
Adopt-A-Flower 2026
Adopt-A-Flower and help the Landscape Crews beautify the city! Our landscape crew maintains almost 200 hanging baskets, 60 flower barrels, and 50 flower beds from the airport to the cruise ship docks and relies on the generosity of our citizens to do so. Donations can be made online (look under ‘special events’) by choosing any combination of amounts to reach your desired donation total. All donations received by April 30 will be included on this year’s recognition sign that will be on display at Marine Park Plaza. The first seven to donate $500+ will receive a beautiful hanging basket as a thank you from the crew!
Lifeguard Training Class April 2026
Registration is now open for April 2026 Juneau Pools lifeguarding class. Participants who successfully complete the class will earn an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, valid for two years.
Class fees are $250 for general participants but free for those who apply for employment as a Juneau Pools lifeguard during the course. The class is open to a maximum of 10 people. Register online via the Parks and Rec registration catalog by 12 p.m. on Monday, February 8. The class will take place Saturday, February 14 through Tuesday, February 17.
Contact Chris Barte at [email protected] to set up a time for the pre requisite course.
Dimond Dash 2026 | May 17
Marine Park Construction
The planned rebuild of Marine Park will begin on Monday, March 2. Construction is expected to last through 2026 with estimated completion in April 2027. During this time, pedestrians will need to follow signs around the construction site. A map of pedestrian routes, along with information about the project, can be found at bit.ly/MarineParkProject.
Reconstruction of Marine Park is funded entirely by Marine Passenger Fees, which are fees and taxes the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) collects from the cruise ship industry. The funds are restricted by the U.S. Constitution to projects benefitting cruise ships and their passengers.
Planning for the Marine Park rebuild began in 2023, when CBJ received over 1000 public survey responses and input from multiple public meetings. Based on the public input received, the final park was designed to provide a central gathering place for use in all seasons and by all ages, with the flexibility for a variety of community events and activities. The park will include an open plaza area with Northwest Coast formline inlay, a covered performance stage, ADA accessible picnic tables, seating overlooking the Juneau Seawalk, two vendor kiosks and a small play area.
CBJ is working to relocate regular vendors to new areas during the construction. Construction is being completed by Dawson Construction LLC.
Elevator construction at Dimond Park Field House
During the summer of 2025, the Dimond Park Field House began a major upgrade with the installation of a new elevator. Construction of the elevator has been completed; however, final integration with the building’s fire alarm system has delayed its opening. The anticipated completion date is late spring 2026.
The facility is currently operating under regular hours and programming. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve accessibility and enhance the Field House experience! For full schedule details, please visit the DPFH Calendar.
Sigoowu Ye Park Closed for Renovations
Homestead Park Closed for Reconstruction
Homestead Park in Douglas will be closed to the public for major reconstruction work beginning Monday, January 13. Construction is expected to continue into June 2025. During this closure, the park will undergo a number of improvements including replacements to the elevated wooden platforms, walkways, and stairs. This project is funded by the Marine Passenger Fee program. Learn more about the Homestead Park Rebuild project on the CBJ project page.