Chanhassen Parks & Recreation

09/09/2026

September is Senior Center Month, and there’s a lot happening at the Chanhassen Senior Center!
From card games, art classes and live music to day trips, wellness resources, educational programs and social groups, the Senior Center offers plenty of ways for adults 55+ to learn, connect and have fun. There’s no annual membership fee and newcomers are always welcome.
See what’s coming up: ChanhassenMN.gov/SeniorCenter

09/09/2026

Looking to play pickleball this fall? Join the Friday Night Pickleball Parties! This program runs from 6-9 p.m. every Friday in October (Oct. 2, Oct. 9, Oct. 16, Oct. 23 and Oct. 30) at the outdoor courts at the Rec Center. If you're feeling the "spooky season spirit," you won't want to miss our special Pickleball Costume Party on the last evening of the program (Oct. 30).

Registration closes Sept. 30. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/VupB50ZLcWZ

09/08/2026

We're looking for an inspiring, positive person to help teach our Star and Small Fry groups the basics of sports, from soccer to basketball. Coaches are needed for Tuesday and Wednesday nights, and one Friday evening per month. Applicants must be at least 14 years of age.

Application closes on Monday, September 14. Apply at chanhassenmn.gov/jobs

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

Time is running out to register for Dance for Fun’s Fall Sessions at Chanhassen Recreation Center! Classes for ages 18 months to 18 years begin in September. Experienced teachers, small classes and a supportive environment help kids grow through dance.

More information and registration here: https://ow.ly/J3nA50ZrYqj

08/31/2026

City Center Park is refreshed, restored, and (mostly) open!

Thank you to everyone for waiting with us, and we hope you're enjoying the new space. Stay tuned for updates about the splashpad, pavilion and trails. We're really excited to start hosting community events here soon!

08/31/2026

Giddy on up to the Chanhassen Rec Center on September 18 for a Barnyard Boogie!

This event for preschoolers and their families features a petting zoo, games, crafts and dancing. Co-sponsored with Victoria Parks & Recreation. Preregister here: chanhassen.info/barnyardboogie

08/25/2026

Kickstart your child's soccer journey! Our program boosts motor skills, teaches fundamentals and instills sportsmanship through interactive games for two age groups: 3-4-year-olds and 5-8-year-olds.

Register today: https://ow.ly/IxpW50ZqaPZ

08/19/2026

The wait is starting to pay off!

Several new and improved spaces at City Center Park are now open for residents to enjoy as work continues on the rest of the park.

Residents can now check out the park’s new playground, pickleball courts and refreshed skate park, giving families and visitors an early chance to enjoy the transformed downtown space.

A few features are still being completed. The splash pad is not yet open. The lights for nighttime play on the pickleball courts are not yet operational. Landscaping and other finishing work also will continue throughout the park. We’ve also heard some questions about shade at the new playground. As an outdoor play space, the playground will naturally receive plenty of sun, especially during the middle of the day. Trees planted around the playground will provide increasing shade as they grow and mature in the years ahead. For a shady break, visitors can also use the nearby outdoor living room under the large canopy just north of the park building, or cool off inside the park building, City Hall or the library during open hours.

This partial opening is just the beginning. Additional features will continue to come online as construction progresses, bringing Chanhassen closer to the full vision for a vibrant City Center Park where residents can play, gather and spend time together.

We’re excited to see residents begin making this new space their own and appreciate everyone’s patience as the final pieces come together.

08/18/2026

We're fixin' to rustle up some fun on Friday, September 18, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Barnyard Boogie! This kick-off to fall at the Chanhassen Rec Center features a petting zoo, games, crafts and dancing for preschoolers and their families.

Co-sponsored with Victoria Parks & Recreation. Preregister here: chanhassen.info/barnyardboogie