Parks, Recreation, & Culture


Parks, Recreation and Culture staff is dedicated to adding fun to our community. More specifically, the department is responsible for all City sponsored and co-sponsored recreational activities, community athletic programs for youth and adults, Special Events, Willowbrook Golf Course, The Library and day-to-day operation and maintenance of a variety of community centers and public parks.

  1. 1 Staff serving ice cream at the Winter Haven Senior Center.
  2. 2 Children playing on a City of Winter Haven playground.
  3. 3 A family enjoying trailhead park.
  4. 4 Children playing in the splashpad at trailhead park.
  5. 5 A father and daughter enjoying a playground in Winter Haven.
  6. 6 A mom and her three children enjoying one of the nature trails in Winter Haven.
  7. 7 Youth playing basketball at the Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center.
  8. 8 Youth playing air hockey at the Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center.
  9. 9 A young girl playing with LEGOS at the Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center.
  10. 10 Kids using technology stations at the Winter Haven Public Library.
  11. 11 A mom and her child browsing books at the Winter Haven Public Library.
  12. 12 The technology lab at the Winter Haven Public Library where many classes are offered.
  13. 13 Kids playing basketball in the Fieldhouse Gym.
  14. 14 A man working out in the Fieldhouse Gym.
  15. 15 A coach and players participating in a youth basketball league at the fieldhouse.
  16. 16 An areal shot of Central Park during an event.
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