Chico Area Recreation & Park District

August 22, 2025: Movies in the Park: Wonka

Join us under the stars for a magical screening of Wonka at Movies in the Park. Bring your blankets and snacks, and let the music and adventure whisk you away!

September 26, 2025: Midnight Tides: A Night Beneath the Waves

Welcome to Midnight Tides: A Night Beneath the Waves! Join us at the Lakeside Pavilion for an evening of oceanic elegance and aquatic enchantment. Experience an underwater dreamscape where shimmering lights, flowing drinks, and curated bites await. Let the rhythm, color, and mystery of the sea sweep you away…

Community Survey

We're listening, Chico! We want to hear from YOU about what types of programs or activities you'd love to see.

Adult & Youth Classes

From creative arts to fitness and everything in between, CARD offers a variety of Adult & Youth Classes to spark curiosity and build skills at any age! Whether you're looking to try something new or refine your talents, there's a class for you. Don't miss out—sign up today!

Inclusive Teen and Young Adult Hangout

Join CARD's Inclusion Program for a series of fun hangout nights for teens and young adults with disabilities! Enjoy games, arts and crafts, music, snacks, time to socialize and make new friends.

Ages: 11+
Wed | 9/3 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Wed | 9/17 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Nature ABC's

Nature ABC's is a time for families of children ages 0–5 to gather and enjoy an hour of fun free activities with our instructor.  Join us Fridays for an animal visit, story time, singing and dancing, an art project and a nature walk in our beautiful park. This program is offered free of charge through funding from First 5 Butte County.

Session 1
Ages: 0-5
Fri | 9:00 - 10:00 AM

Session 2
Ages: 0-5
Fri | 10:30 - 11:30 AM

May contain: advertisement, poster, adult, female, person, woman, art, and collage

Movies in the Park: Wonka

Join us under the stars for a magical screening of Wonka at Movies in the Park. Bring your blankets and snacks, and let the music and adventure whisk you away!

"Midnight Tides: A Night Beneath the Waves" event; prompts to "GET YOUR TICKETS" with blue and gold wave design.

Gala Tickets

Join us at our spectacular gala fundraiser for the future Aquatics & Recreation Center on Friday, September 26th at the Lakeside Pavilion. Buy tickets now!

May contain: advertisement, grass, plant, poster, vegetation, nature, outdoors, park, lawn, business card, paper, and text

Survey

We're listening, Chico! We want to hear from YOU about what types of programs or activities you'd love to see. More adult sports? More arts & crafts? More family-friendly events? Let us know!

August 22, 2025: Movies in the Park: Wonka

September 26, 2025: Midnight Tides: A Night Beneath the Waves

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