Recreation

Overview

The Recreation Department provides many programs that benefit residents of all ages, including swim lessons, adult volleyball and ice skating lessons.

To register for a Recreational Program:

Visit the Recreation Office at 701 Lake Chapeau Drive
Call 507-377-4370
Register online

This department also oversees the Aquatic Center and City Arena.

It contracts Albert Lea Community Theater to run the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center and the Albert Lea Family Y to run the Senior Center.

In addition, this department oversees dock permits, community garden plot rentals, ballfield rentals and pavilion rentals.

In the summer, the Recreation Department offers free supervised activities for kids at several parks. See the Fun Guide for the schedule.

The Recreation and Parks Departments work closely with several community partners to provide fun activities throughout the year. Be sure to visit Explore Albert Lea for more information.

If you have an idea for a park amenity or recreational program to add, please visit the webpage below for information on how to submit an application:

Applying for a Parks and Recreation Project