Your Parks, Your Voice: Enjoy Summer Nights and Share Your Ideas

July 16, 2025

Parks After Dark is a free summer program taking place at five San Diego City parks on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings through early August. The program, now in its fourth annual iteration, is a collaborative effort between the San Diego Parks Foundation, the City and County of San Diego, Price Philanthropies, and the Prebys Foundation. From 5 p.

Who is affected

Families in San Diego communities
Children who receive free food
Residents of neighborhoods near City Heights, Linda Vista, Memorial, Skyline Hills, and Silver Wing Recreation Centers
All San Diego community members who can attend the free events

What action is being taken

The Parks After Dark program is currently running at five recreation centers through early August (through July 26 at Silver Wing)
Free activities including music, theatre, movies, arts and crafts, games, and sports are being offered every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5-8 p.m.
Free food is being provided for children
County Parks is conducting a survey to gather feedback for planning future parks, facilities, and programs

Why it matters

Provides free entertainment and activities for families during summer evenings
Creates multicultural and multigenerational community celebrations
Offers access to community resources through participating organizations
Provides free food for children, addressing potential food insecurity
Activates public park spaces during evening hours

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article beyond the continuation of the current Parks After Dark program through August 9 (or July 26 at Silver Wing Recreation Center) and the ongoing County Parks survey for feedback.

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint