Winter/Spring Recreation Guide

Now Viewable Online

District Resident Registration Begins

Wed, Dec 3 at 9 am

General Registration Begins

Fri, Dec 5 at 9 am

Holiday Food Drive at RLCC

Holiday Food Drive

Through Fri, Dec 12

Robert Livermore Community Center

LARPD is partnering with the Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry to support local families this holiday season!

Drop off non-perishable items like potatoes, stuffing, canned vegetables, pumpkin pie mix, and more.

Toys for Tots Toy Drive

Mon, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 11

Robert Livermore Community Center

LARPD is once again partnering with Toys for Tots to support children in need. Donate new, unwrapped toys to the RLCC (Community & Recreation Buildings) and the Aquatic Center.


All donations support the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Thank you for spreading holiday cheer!

Santa's Mailbox Returns December 1

Online Submissions Being Accepted Now

Santa’s mailbox returns to the Robert Livermore Community Center - Recreation Building December 1 through 11.

No postage required — just be sure to include your name and return address so Santa can write back!

Can’t make it in person? Sign up online to receive a personalized letter from Santa by mail — the form is available at the button below.

Aquatics Outstanding Program Award

The LARPD Aquatics Team earned the BAPPOA (Bay Area Public Pool Operators Association) Outstanding Program Award for their leadership in successfully transitioning from the American Red Cross lifeguard program to StarGuard ELITE.



This award recognizes their dedication to modern, scenario-based training that improves team readiness, vigilance, and overall patron safety. The team also shared their process and results with peers, advancing aquatic safety across the region.

Congratulations to Recreation Supervisor Patrick Lucky and Recreation Coordinator Alyssa Smith!

Parks, Recreation, and Trails

Master Plan Update

Planning the future of Livermore's parks, trails, 
facilities, and recreation programs

LARPD has begun updating its Parks, Recreation, and Trails Master Plan, and your voice is an important part of the process.

Look for our outreach booth at upcoming community events to share your input and learn about the project. For updates and background information, and outreach schedule click the link below.

District Holiday Events

We’re spreading cheer all month long with festive programs for all ages.

• Ho Ho Holiday Carnival (12/6)
• Senior Holiday Luncheon (12/10)
• Sensory Santa (12/12)
• Donuts with Santa (12/12 & 12/13)
• The Great Yule Log Hunt (12/13)
• Ravenswood Victorian Yuletide (12/14)
• Noon Year's Eve (12/31)

Find full details and registration information at www.larpd.org/events. Let the festivities begin!

Sycamore Grove 2026 Parking Pass

Pick up your 2026 Sycamore Grove Parking Pass, available starting 12/1 at Sycamore Grove Park and the Robert Livermore Community Center.

Resident: $60 | Non-Resident: $70

Senior (60+): $45 Resident | $55 Non-Resident

Livermore PD: Tip of the Month

Holiday Crime Prevention


Stay safe this season with top holiday crime-prevention tips from the Livermore Police Department—smart ways to protect your shopping, deliveries, and home.

Polar Bear Plunge

Start the new year off right with the Polar Bear Plunge!

Take a dip in the icy waters of our activity pool, then warm up with a cup of hot cocoa.

Registration opens on 12/3 and includes an entry fee, hot cocoa, and a commemorative mug.

District Holiday Hours

'Tis the season for Holiday Hours! We wish you a joyful season as you visit our parks, programs, and facilities.  

PRIME TIME

Adult & 50+ Programs, Pop-Up Trips, Socials, Classes and Events

VALLEY WILDS

Open Space Programs, Classes, Events, and Sycamore Grove Park

REC GAZETTE Recreation Programs, Camps, Classes and Special Events

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.