Parks and Recreation

Menlo Park Spring Festival takes place April 4

Celebrate spring with a community festival that includes a free petting zoo, photos with the big bunny, children's crafts, big bubbles, Menlo Park Fire Fun

by Contributed Content
on March 29, 2026

Register for Menlo Community Fun Run by April 3

On April 25, 2026, Menlo Park will host the Menlo Community Fun Run (6K) — a family-friendly event designed to bring together residents of all

by Linda Hubbard
on March 28, 2026

Djerassi Resident Artists Program introduces new Executive Director — and highlights spring programming

Craig Adams has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Djerassi Resident Artists Program, with the goal of positioning the organization for expanded

by Linda Hubbard
on March 22, 2026

Support Flood Park with purchase of commemorative brick/paver

The San Mateo County Parks Foundation, the non-profit partner to the San Mateo Country Parks Department, is holding a Bricks/Pavers dedication fundraiser for Flood Park.

by Contributed Content
on March 21, 2026

Filoli offers three guided bird walks in March

On Thursday, March 19; Friday, March 20; and Monday, March 23, stretch your legs at Filoli on a beginner-friendly bird walk that invites you to

by Contributed Content
on March 15, 2026

Reserve a picnic area in the City of Menlo Park for spring and summer gatherings

The City of Menlo Park has picnic areas at parks throughout the city – perfect for all kinds of outdoor celebrations. Large picnic areas and

by Contributed Content
on March 4, 2026

Temporary pedestrian detour at Bedwell Bayfront Park entrance

The pedestrian entry access to Bedwell Bayfront Park has been modified temporarily to allow for construction work as part of the West Bay Sanitary District’s

by Contributed Content
on January 19, 2026