Northside Park renovation update

Northside Park

project update

Completion is estimated for mid-October

The City of Gainesville’s Wild Spaces & Public Places Program, the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department and the Rotary Clubs of Gainesville Foundation are pleased to announce that the large renovation project at Northside Park, located at 5701 NW 34 Blvd., is nearing completion.

Realizing a vision

Over five years in the making, Northside Park is a vision-come-to-life. Despite challenges faced as a result of COVID-19, the Northside Park improvement project is a shining example of what can be accomplished through unwavering commitment and thoughtful collaboration with our neighbors.

What you've been waiting for

Improvements to the park include the addition of 40 parking spaces, a new playground and construction of a multi-generational play area, the “Generations Play Zone.” The Generations Play Zone was designed to provide activities for neighbors of all ages and will include outdoor games such as bocce ball, pickleball/tennis courts, pétanque, table tennis, checkers and chess. It will also include a terrace off of the Senior Recreation Center, a large pavilion with grills, shaded seating and viewing areas and a walking path with outdoor exercise equipment.

You'll hear from us soon

We’ll send you an email when the park officially opens. You'll also be notified about a virtual celebration to recognize the extensive improvements!

For questions about the project, please contact Betsy Waite, Project Manager, at 352-393-8187 or waiteed@cityofgainesville.org.

The Wild Spaces & Public Places sales tax will continue to create, improve and maintain parks and recreational facilities and acquire and improve environmentally-sensitive lands. To sign up for updates, please visit www.WildSpacesPublicPlacesGNV.org.