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Salisbury Parks and Recreation maintains 508 acres of beautiful park land, encompassing 29 park properties and parks, a swimming pool and splash pad, a sports complex and a large community park and athletic complex. In addition, the department provides many amenities for public enjoyment, including four recreation facilities, ten tennis courts, seven paved sections (5.2 miles) of the Salisbury Greenway, almost 20 miles of hiking and biking trails and maintains urban trees and gardens throughout the City.

Mission Statement

To provide quality leisure services through safe, attractive, maintained parks, landscapes and diversified programs that meet the current and future needs of the community … along with our continued commitment of providing excellent customer service.

OUR PLAY BOOK

The Parks and Recreation has a play book for everyone! We are responsible for providing quality recreational programs for the citizens of Salisbury and surrounding community. We aim to provide diverse, educational, instructional and active programming for youth, teens and adults.

Seasons

Our programming falls into three seasons lasting roughly four months long. Winter/Spring goes from January through April. Our summer season is May through August. And last but not least, Autumn goes from September through December.

Online Registration

You can register online for our programs, athletics, ongoing programs and special events through our activity website:

Online Registration

Contact Us

play@salisburync.gov

Address:
130 S. Main St.
Salisbury, NC 28144

Office Hours:
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday

Programs: (704) 216-PLAY


Parks & Recreation Master Plan (PDF)
Playground at a local park

Parks

Salisbury Parks and Recreation maintains 508 acres of beautiful park land, encompassing 28 park properties and parks.

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Facilities

We have facilities to meet your needs, from events to non-profit activities, from weddings to pool parties!

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Reservations

You can request a reservation for parks, park shelters, facilities and ball fields!

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Programs

We provide quality, affordable recreational programs for youth, teens and adults!

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Athletics

Interested in joining an athletic league or team? We have something different every season!

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Registration / Enrollment

Sign up for any programs or athletics with our online registration portal.

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Get Involved with Parks and Recreation

Help shape the direction and future of Salisbury Parks and Recreation by getting involved in our programs and activities!

Opportunities to work with local kids, community members and non profit organizations are always open. Help out by volunteering, partnering, coaching, sponsoring or donating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Shelter Reservations

Where can I get information to rent a shelter, gazebo, greenway or park?

This information is available on the Parks and Recreation activeNet site Reservations.
If you need additional clarification please call (704) 216-PLAY Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Can I reserve a shelter, gazebo, greenway or park online?

No, reservations must be made in person in the parks administration office located at City Hall, 130 S. Main St., Salisbury, North Carolina 28144. Please call (704) 638-2110 to set up an appointment. Reservations for city parks must be approved in advance.

What do I need to reserve a shelter, gazebo, greenway or park?

You must present valid state identification (photo id) and pay the balance in full* to the parks administration office located in City Hall, 130 S. Main St., Salisbury, North Carolina 28144.
*If you are making a reservation within 30 days of your event, the balance must be paid in full. The balance can only be transferred to another park facility. Reservations will not be accepted under two weeks. Please call (704) 638-2110 to set up an appointment.

When reserving a shelter, open reserve and pavilion and I want to cancel my reservation, can I get a refund?

Fees paid-to date will be refunded, except for the administration fee of $7.00, for cancellation of a park rental agreement thirty days or more in advance of the use date. City policy makes it necessary that all rental or other refunds be made by check issued by the City Comptroller. It takes approximately 14 to 21 working days (3 weeks) to process and mail a refund check. Fees paid-to date will be forfeited for cancellation less than thirty days of the permit use date. The reservation may be transferred to an alternate date at the same shelter or a different but comparable shelter (if available) within 3 months, but no sooner than 2 weeks prior to the original date. A $7.00 administration fee will apply to the new permit.

I want to have a party at a park. Do I need to get a permit and is there a fee?

Yes, a $50 park usage permit is required for park use if your event is for 50 or more people or if any of the following items will be introduced onto the park grounds:
  • Portable restrooms
    • The rental company must have proof of liability insurance, which names the City of Salisbury Parks and Recreation Department as an additional insurer.
  • Amplification
    • “Amplification” means a loudspeaker, amplifier, public address system or any other artificial sound system that amplifies and plays sound for the purpose of publicly projecting or broadcasting the sound.
  • Amusement devices - Jumping balloons, moonwalks, dragons, or similar apparatus
    • The rental company must have proof of liability insurance, which names the City of Salisbury Parks and Recreation Department as an additional insurer.
  • Stage
    • The rental company or stage vendor must have proof of liability insurance, which names the City of Salisbury Parks and Recreation Department as an additional insurer.

What are the shelter rules and regulations?

All reservations must be made in person by the renter (the individual or authorized representative of the organization which is to use the facility). The renter is responsible for the enforcement of all rules and regulations.
The City Fire Marshal limits capacity at each shelter to 100 persons. The renter must advise the Parks and Recreation Department of the number of persons expected to attend the activity at the time the renter signs the rental agreement.

Park Maintenance Concerns

How do I report maintenance problems at parks?

Call (704) 638-5260 during regular business hours (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) or send an email to publicservicesteam@salisburync.gov. You may call The Salisbury Police Department at (704) 638-5333 if there is an after hours or weekend emergency

Recreation: Sport and Pool Facilities

How can I find the phone number for a Recreation Center?

The telephone numbers for all Parks and Recreation facilities are located in the City Government section of the telephone directory or call (704) 216-PLAY or visit the Facilities webpage.

I would like information on your swimming pools.

Please call (704) 216-PLAY or visit the Facilities webpage.

How can I get information about the locations of City Parks or Parks facilities?

Please call (704) 216-PLAY or visit the Facilities webpage.

General Park Rules

What are the park rules?

Read the City of Salisbury's general park rules here: Ch. 16 Parks and Recreation - Rules and Regulations.

When are the parks open?

Bell Tower Green

November - February: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
March, April, September, October: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
May - August: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

All other Parks

December, January: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
February, November: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
May - July: 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
March, April, August - October: 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Employment Opportunities

Are there any jobs in the Parks and Recreation Department?

You can view our current open job positions or call (704) 216-PLAY to inquire about employment opportunities.


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Sports Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame was created in 2001 to honor individuals, living or deceased, who are native to, or have worked or performed in Rowan County.

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2024 Cheerwine Festival

The annual Cheerwine festival comes to Downtown Salisbury on May 18, 2024! Enjoy free activities, listen to live music and check out local vendors in downtown Salisbury!

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