National Park and Recreation Month

In Waukee, you can celebrate Park and Recreation Month by visiting our parks, attending programming and sharing a note of appreciation for the dedicated staff who create and care for these beloved amenities in Waukee. We put together a calendar of 31 fun things to do to enjoy programming and parks around Waukee. Share a picture or a highlight of your experience on Facebook or Twitter and be sure to tag Waukee Parks and Recreation! If Instagram is your preferred platform, tag the City of Waukee. We can't wait to see your discoveries and favorite moments. 

Created by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), National Park and Recreation Month highlights the essential and powerful role local park and recreation professionals — such as our staff at Waukee Parks and Recreation — play in building stronger, more vibrant and more resilient communities all across the country. Each July, we celebrate the vital role parks and recreation professionals play in bringing people together, providing essential services and fostering the growth of our community. For more information about the national month, visit NRPA.org/July. 



NPRM logo colors

NPRM 2025 Calendar

Find a Golden Ticket

Ten golden tickets will be hidden in various Waukee parks this month. Hints to each ticket's location will be posted on the Waukee Parks and Recreation Facebook page on July 31. 

To claim the prize for your ticket, follow the instructions on the back of the ticket to contact Waukee Parks and Recreation. Only one golden ticket may be redeemed per person. The giveaway is open until all tickets are claimed or September 30, 2025, whichever comes first. 

Scratch-Off Parks Passport

Pick up a free scratch-off passport at the Parks and Recreation office while supplies last. Visit 10 or more park locations on the passport to earn a Parks and Recreation swag item and visit all 18 park locations to earn a sticker badge (coming soon). Bring your completed passport to the Parks and Recreation office at 805 University Avenue during business hours to redeem your prize. We are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.