Summer at the Pool with LARPD

Cool off at the Robert Livermore Aquatic Center or the May Nissen Swim Center with daily recreation swim, Tot Time for little ones, and evening Hot Nights in the Activity Pool. Summer-long family passes are available.


Plus, Kids Night Out at the Pool kicks off the summer on Friday, June 13! Different themes accompanied by games and activities. A pizza dinner and a fun-themed snack will be provided.


Experienced LARPD staff will supervise Kids Night Out, and lifeguards will be on duty to ensure the safety of all participants.

Rec-On-The-Go at LARPD Parks

The LARPD mobile recreation team is hitting your favorite Livermore parks with games, sports, and crafts galore!

Fridays from 11 am - 1 pm for FREE fun all summer long!


June 6 - Big Trees Park

June 13 - May Nissen Park

June 20 - Altamont Creek Park

June 27 - Lester J. Knott Park

New Playground Coming to Mocho Park

Mocho Park is the next location in LARPD’s ongoing Playground Replacement Program! Construction on the brand-new playground is scheduled to begin the week of June 9 and will take approximately 3–4 weeks to complete.


The upgraded play area will feature modern equipment designed for fun and safety—offering families an improved space to play and connect.


Looking ahead:

Tex Spruiell Park is next in line, with construction scheduled for July 2025.

Livermore Rodeo Parade

Saturday, June 14

10:00 am

Second Street, Downtown Livermore


🐎 Giddy up, Livermore! It’s time for the annual Rodeo Parade — and LARPD is saddling up in style! 🤠


Keep your eyes peeled for LARPD's Parade Float as it trots down Second Street—we’ll be waving and bringing the fun!


👋 We’ll see ya there, partner!

Sycamore Summer Games

Saturday, June 28

2:30 - 4:30 pm

Sycamore Grove Park, Ranger Station Picnic Area



Test your outdoor gaming skills in the 4th annual Sycamore Summer Games on Saturday, June 28! Activities may include Native American atlatl tossing, scavenger hunts, plant and animal identification, oak gall golf, and more!

Independence Day Dash 5K and Kids Run

5k (3.1 miles)

Friday, July 4

8 am | $35

(Early registration pricing)

Kids Fun Run

Friday, July 4

9:15 am | FREE

(Optional $12 t-shirt)

Registration is now open for the second-annual Independence Day Dash 5K and Kids' Fun Run on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Sycamore Grove Park.


Join your community for a chance to break a sweat before kicking back with family and friends to celebrate the 4th of July.

Wine Down in the Grove Fundraiser

Friday, June 20

5:30 - 8 pm

Ravenswood Historic Site


Spend an evening at Wine Down in the Grove, featuring fine wines, craft beers, live music, and a delicious dinner catered by On The Vine — all set against the beautiful backdrop of Ravenswood Historic Site.



Every ticket sold supports the LARPD Foundation’s mission to expand access to recreation, education, and enrichment programs for local families and seniors.

LARPD and LVJUSD Team Up to Give the Electric Eels a New Home at LHS This Summer

Through a collaborative effort with LVJUSD, LARPD’s growing summer swim team, the Electric Eels, now trains at the Livermore High School pool. With enrollment up more than 35% this season, the partnership is making waves in the community.

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

Wine Down in the Grove, Fri June 20th ( Ages 18+)

Volunteer for the LARPD Foundation's 4th Annual Fundraiser, Wine Down in the Grove. This is all for a great cause—to advance our Community Support Scholarship Program.


Independence Day Dash, Fri July 4th

We need volunteers to keep the celebration running smoothly!

From event setup and clean-up to water stations, parking lot patrol, course cheer squad, and the ever-important check-in booth, there’s a role for everyone. Join us as a volunteer and help make race day run seamlessly — before heading off to enjoy the rest of your holiday.


Ravenswood Ice Cream Social, Sun August 10th

Step back in time and volunteer at the annual Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social, hosted by the Ravenswood Progress League and LARPD, at Ravenswood Historic Site on Sunday, August 10th. We have several volunteer opportunities.


Applefest at Ravenswood, August 24th

This is a fun event for families to explore the heirloom apple orchard and taste boutique apple varieties you can’t find in stores! There are 2 volunteer shifts available: 11:45am- 2pm and/or 1:45 - 4pm.


Livermore PD Tip of the Month

Vehicle break-ins are on the rise in Livermore. Livermore Police are working hard to catch those responsible, but your help makes a big difference.


From locking your car to using cameras and reporting suspicious activity, there are simple steps we can all take to protect our neighborhoods.

Stay in the know on all things LARPD!

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LARPD Mission Statement

To provide the people of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District’s service area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, and facilities that enhance the quality of life.

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