Hollister Recreation

09/04/2026

🎃👻Get Ready for the 9th Annual Trick or Treat Street! 👻🎃

Join us HALLOWEEN — Friday, October 30th, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on San Benito Street in Downtown Hollister for a spooktacular evening of safe, family-friendly Halloween fun. ‍👩‍👧‍🍬

Start at the Veterans’ Memorial Building (649 San Benito St.) to pick up your official Trick or Treat Street passport and a free “Treat Streets” bag for the first 1,000 kids!

Don’t forget your Trick or Treat Passport! Collect stamps from participating agencies and turn it in at the Recreation Booth Parklet for a chance to win raffles and grand prizes! 🎟️🎁

🏙️Visit local businesses and nonprofits throughout downtown as they hand out candy, smiles, and Halloween cheer!

✨Come in costume, bring your family and friends, and make this Halloween one to remember! ✨



🎃👻¡Prepárate para el 9.º Anual Trick or Treat Street! 👻🎃

¡Acompáñanos — viernes 30 de octubre de 2026, de 4:00 PM a 7:00 PM en la calle San Benito en el centro de Hollister para una tarde espeluznantemente divertida y familiar! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍬

📍Comienza en el Veterans’ Memorial Building (649 San Benito St.) para recoger tu mapa oficial del Trick or Treat Street y una bolsa gratuita de “Treat Streets” para los primeros 1,000 niños.

🎒¡No olvides tu Pasaporte de Trick or Treat!

Visita los puestos participantes, consigue tus sellos y entrégalo en el puesto de Recreación para participar en rifas y grandes premios. 🎟️🎁

🏙️Visita los negocios y organizaciones locales en el centro de la ciudad — ¡habrá dulces, sonrisas y mucha diversión para todos!

✨Ven disfrazado, trae a tus amigos y familiares, y haz que este Halloween sea inolvidable. ✨

08/23/2026

⚽️ Fall Youth Coed Soccer Is Underway⚽️

What a great way to kick off our fall youth coed soccer season! This weekend was filled with exciting games, big smiles, great teamwork, and plenty of fun on the field.

A huge thank you to all of our players, coaches, and volunteers for your time, energy, and support. Your dedication is what makes this program possible and helps create a fun and positive experience for our youth.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic season ahead! Keep playing hard, supporting your teammates, and most importantly have fun!⚽️❤️

⚽️ ¡Ya comenzó nuestra temporada de fútbol juvenil mixto de otoño!⚽️

¡Qué gran manera de comenzar nuestra temporada de fútbol juvenil mixto de otoño! 🎉 Este fin de semana estuvo lleno de partidos emocionantes, grandes sonrisas, trabajo en equipo y mucha diversión en la cancha.

Un enorme ¡GRACIAS a todos nuestros jugadores, entrenadores y voluntarios por su tiempo, energía y apoyo. Su dedicación es lo que hace posible este programa y ayuda a crear una experiencia divertida y positiva para nuestros jóvenes.

¡Estamos emocionados por todo lo que nos espera durante esta gran temporada! Sigan jugando con entusiasmo, apoyando a sus compañeros y, sobre todo, ¡divirtiéndose!

08/13/2026

🏆 # THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING SEASON! 🥎

A huge THANK YOU to every team that participated in the City of Hollister – Hollister Parks & Recreation Adult Men’s Softball League! Your passion, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit made the 2026 season one to remember.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to our incredible Parks & Recreation staff, umpires, and scorekeepers—thank you for your dedication and hard work behind the scenes. Your commitment kept the league running smoothly all season long, and we truly appreciate everything you do!

🏆 2026 LEAGUE CHAMPIONS

🥇 Division 1 Champions: Ringers

🥇 Division 2 Champions: Crop Dusters

🥇 Division 3 Champions: Baker Pump

🥇 Division 4 Champions: Los Compas

Congratulations to all of our champions, and thank you to every player, team, official, and staff member who made this season such a success.

SEE YOU NEXT SEASON! ⚾

08/11/2026

⚾🥎 THANK YOU, HOLLISTER! 🥎⚾
What an incredible season of Junior Giants Baseball & Softball here in the City of Hollister! ❤️💙
A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing players, coaches, volunteers, families, and community partners who helped make this season so special!
To our players — thank you for showing up, working hard, having fun, and making memories on the field. We hope you leave this season with new friendships, new skills, and a love for the game that continues to grow! ⚾🥎
To our coaches and volunteers — thank you for giving your time, energy, and heart to our youth. Your dedication and commitment are what make this program possible.
A very special THANK YOU to our AmeriCorps Ambassadors for all of their hard work and dedication throughout the season. From helping with practices and games to supporting our coaches, players, and families, your energy and commitment made a tremendous difference in our program. We truly appreciate everything you did for Junior Giants! 👏❤️💙
And to all of our families — thank you for your support, encouragement, and for cheering on our players every step of the way!
The Junior Giants program is about so much more than baseball and softball. It’s about community, teamwork, character, confidence, and creating positive experiences for our youth.
We are proud to offer this FREE youth baseball and softball program to the children and families of Hollister.
👏 Thank you to everyone who helped make another Junior Giants season one to remember!
Until next season… keep playing, keep practicing, and keep having fun! ⚾🥎

Go Junior Giants!
City of Hollister Parks & Recreation

08/05/2026

08/01/2026

☀️ Another hot one today, but it's a perfect day for Junior Giants Baseball in Hollister! ⚾
Just one more game left in the season! What an amazing summer it's been.
A huge shoutout to all of our players, coaches, volunteers, and families for your dedication, teamwork, and positive spirit. Your commitment has made this season a tremendous success, and we're so grateful for everything you've done.
Let's make this final game one to remember. See you at the ballpark! 💙🧡

08/01/2026

A huge thank you to Gateway City Church Hollister, San Benito Recology, and all of the incredible volunteers who came together to help clean up Dunne Park as part of Gateway City Church's 1st Annual Week of Giving Back.
We are grateful for community partners and volunteers who generously give their time and energy to help keep our parks clean, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone. Your dedication and hard work make a lasting difference, and it does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for investing in our community and helping make Dunne Park a place everyone can enjoy! 🌳💚

¡Un enorme agradecimiento a Gateway City Church Hollister, Recology San Benito y a todos los increíbles voluntarios que se unieron para ayudar a limpiar Dunne Park como parte de la 1.ª Semana Anual de Servicio a la Comunidad de Gateway City Church.

Agradecemos profundamente a nuestros colaboradores comunitarios y a todos los voluntarios que generosamente dedicaron su tiempo y esfuerzo para ayudar a mantener nuestros parques limpios, seguros y acogedores para el disfrute de todos. Su dedicación y arduo trabajo marcan una verdadera diferencia y no pasan desapercibidos.
¡Gracias por invertir en nuestra comunidad y por ayudar a que Dunne Park siga siendo un lugar que todos puedan disfrutar! 🌳💚

07/30/2026

💦 Great News! The Splash Pad is OPEN! ☀️

The splash pad at McCarthy Street Park is now open and ready for everyone to enjoy!

Bring the kids, cool off, and have some fun in the sun. Thank you to everyone for your patience while we completed maintenance.

We look forward to seeing you at the park—stay cool and have a great day! 🌊💙



💦 ¡Buenas noticias! ¡El Splash Pad ya está ABIERTO! ☀️

¡El área de juegos acuáticos (Splash Pad) en McCarthy Street Park ya está abierta y lista para que todos la disfruten!

Traigan a los niños, vengan a refrescarse y disfruten de un día lleno de diversión bajo el sol. Gracias a todos por su paciencia mientras realizábamos el mantenimiento.

¡Los esperamos en el parque! ¡Manténganse frescos y disfruten de un excelente día! 🌊💙

07/29/2026

The water feature at McCarthy Street Park is closed today for maintenance. The splash pad will remain closed until further notice while repairs are being completed.

La fuente de agua del parque McCarthy Street está cerrada hoy por mantenimiento. El área de juegos acuáticos permanecerá cerrada hasta nuevo aviso mientras se realizan las reparaciones.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸❤️ Thank You, Hollister! ❤️🇺🇸

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out this morning at 8:00 AM to celebrate the City of Hollister's 4th of July Kiddie Parade! Your smiles, energy, and patriotic spirit made this event a wonderful success.

A special thank you to our incredible Parks & Recreation Department staff and the Streets Department for all of your hard work behind the scenes. Your dedication and teamwork helped make this a safe, fun, and memorable event for our community.

We would also like to thank our City Council members for taking the time to join us and show their support. Your presence means so much and demonstrates your commitment to our community and its families.

We are grateful to everyone who participated, volunteered, and celebrated with us. Wishing you all a safe, happy, and memorable 4th of July! 🇺🇸🎆