Parks & Recreation

Our Mission

The Portsmouth Recreation Department is dedicated to promoting and supporting the health and well-being of all citizens by providing quality recreation and leisure programs. 

Our mission is to offer recreational experiences which integrate spirit, mind, and body, develop a sense of community and belonging, and enhance the overall quality of life in Portsmouth.

Shout Outs

A note of thanks and appreciation to CREW construction for volunteering their time to paint the new shed at Glen Park.crew black logoHR

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan

The Town of Portsmouth is currently drafting a Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan and has entered into the public input phase of the planning project.

  1. PortsPlayground

    Dedicated Website

    The Town's consultant on this project, Craig Pereira of the Horsley Witten Group, Inc., created a website dedicated to the Master Plan!  Lots of information here, including how to get involved:

    https://www.portsmouthriparksandrecreationmasterplan.com/

  1. Public Workshop #1

    Public workshop #1 was held April 13, 2022. The presentation & facilitated work group summary (& other resources) can be found at:

    https://www.portsmouthriparksandrecreationmasterplan.com/resources

  1. Survey Still Available!

    YOUR input is valuable to us!

    Take a short survey (link below) so the town can hear your views on current recreational opportunities and facilities, and thoughts on future expansion of recreational resources.

    Click the link below to begin the survey! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PortsmouthRICommunitySurvey

Summer Flag Football

Starts June 1, 2022 for Grades K-8

  • Weekday practice and games to be determined by coach
  • Practice and games will be held at Gardner Seveney Sports Complex, Linden Lane 

For more information and to register, visit:

https://portsmouthri.recdesk.com/Community/Program

Register for Programs & Events on RecDesk!

Register for your favorite youth and adult programs, field events, sports, and camps on Portsmouth's RecDesk  Page!  

Not sure what you're looking for?  Browse the RecDesk site and see what is being offered!

 https://PortsmouthRI.RecDesk.com/Community/Home