Information about the Recreation Department

The Recreation Department, provides organized recreational activities for all residents. Details of programs are published in the Park News, the Recreation Department Facebook page, the Recreation Department Instagram page, and the schools distribute flyers at the appropriate times.

2025 TOWNSHIP SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM BEGINS JUNE 16TH

The Recreation Department is looking for high-energy camp counselors, head camp counselors, and group leadersto work during the Summer Recreation program. Click here to fill out the online Google Doc application form by Saturday, May 10th to be considered for these positions!

View the Camp Counselor job description here.

View the Head Camp Counselor job description here.

View the Group Leader job description here.

REGISTER ONLINE FOR SUMMER RECREATION HERE.

South Park Township's Summer Recreation Day Camp returns this summer, beginning June 16th and runs through August 1st! (There will be no camp on July 4th).

This program is held at various locations throughout the Township and Allegheny County's South Park and is primarily held outdoors, rain or shine. Program runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Check in starts at 8:30 a.m.

Drop-off and pick-up sites vary based on scheduled activities that may include:

South Park Fairgrounds Top Lot
Evans Park Top Lot
Cascades Parking Lot
South Park Ice Rink Lot

Full schedule will be provided in the welcome packet before the program starts!

The cost is $200 per child, plus processing fee. Children must be at least five years old, and have completed Kindergarten.

Capacity is limited to 150 spots - Register early to secure your spot!

Next steps after Registration:

Once payment is received, parents will receive a follow-up email with a second link to upload:
Health Insurance information
Photo waiver
Other necessary child information

Spots will fill quickly, so be ready to register! We look forward to another fun-filled summer with you!

Please direct any questions to Recreation Director, Jamie Christian, at 412-831-7000 or by e-mail at recreation@southparktwp.com.

TOWNSHIP RECREATION ADULT ART SERIES: "CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS"

Sign up online for the May 1st Creative Expressions program here.

The Township Recreation Department "Creative Expressions" adult art series will allow residents to tap into their creative side. Check back on the Township's website or on the South Park Township Recreation Facebook page about a week before each class for the link to sign up. Pricing will range from $10-$20. Classes will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the South Park Township Community Center. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, and registrants must be South Park Township residents.

Please direct any questions to Recreation Director, Jamie Christian, at 412-831-7000 or by e-mail at recreation@southparktwp.com.

SOUTH PARK TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY

South Park Township's annual Community Day celebration will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025. More information will be announced soon!

A Note About Fees

Fees, when charged, sustain direct program costs. In many instances, volunteers provide assistance and leadership. Anyone interested in volunteering their services should contact Recreation Director, Jamie Christian, at (412) 831-7000.