Chico Area Recreation & Park District

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. Step into an underwater dreamscape where shimmering lights, flowing drinks, and curated bites await. Let the rhythm, color, and mystery of the sea sweep you away as…

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 Sports

Fall Adult Sports registration is OPEN! Sign your team up for basketball, flag football, futsal, kickball, soccer, softball, or volleyball. Indoor Sports registration closes 8/17 & Outdoor Sports closes 8/24!

Summer's Not Over Yet!

Click here to explore our wide range of camps for all ages and interests, from sports and arts to outdoor adventures and STEM activities.

The North Valley Community Foundation has joined with the Chico Area Recreation & Park District to form the CARD Foundation

The North Valley Community Foundation has joined with the Chico Area Recreation & Park District to form the CARD Foundation. The new foundation will allow residents and businesses to make tax-deductible donations for specific CARD projects and programs, such as a planned aquatics center.

After School Programs (ASP)

The 2025/26 After School Program waiting list opens on April 1st at 8:00am! Click here for more information.

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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!

"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!

Nature Center Ice Cream Social

Cool off with sweet treats and outdoor fun at the Nature Center Ice Cream Social. Enjoy ice cream, nature exhibits, and activities for a perfect summer afternoon!

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

Community Survey

Adult Sports

Summer's Not Over Yet!

The North Valley Community Foundation has joined with the Chico Area Recreation & Park District to form the CARD Foundation

After School Programs (ASP)

Aquatics Programs

Athletics

Field Conditions

CARD News

Find A Park

Programs and Activities

School Year Camps

Summer Camps

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Survey

Gala Tickets

Nature Center Ice Cream Social

Board of Directors

Board of Directors Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

Meetings

Finance Committee Meeting

Facility Committee Meeting

Finance Committee Meeting