VISION
The Parks and Recreation Department will be an innovative leader in parks and recreation experiences
MISSION
Inspire Austin to learn, play, protect and connect by creating diverse programs and experiences in sustainable natural spaces and public places
INCLUSION UNIT
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department provides opportunities wherein all individuals are accepted, included and welcomed to participate, play and recreate together. Individuals interested in additional services are encouraged to request modifications to participate in our programs.
Municipal Parks And Recreation Department
Metz Recreation Center offers a wide variety for youth, adults and community events. Youth programs include after school, girl scouts, youth sport clinics and leagues,cooking, arts and crafts and ballet folklorico. Adult programs include senior program, quilting and crocheting, sport leagues and tournaments, workshops, Karate for youth and adults and Core Exercise Class for teens and adults. Our Community events we have are Movie under the Stars, Community Easter Egg Hunt, Cinco De Mayo, Pre 4th of July Celebration, Diez y Sies, Community Halloween Carnival, Community Thanksgiving Dinner, Night Before Christmas with Santa. Please Call for days and times.