Yorkton families have a full calendar of free and low-cost activities to enjoy this summer as the city launches its Summer Fun in Yorkton! initiative. Through a mix of outdoor events, a community BINGO challenge, and daily access to spray parks and the Access Communications Water Park, residents can find something to do close to home from now until September.
The first major event is the Yorkton Skate Park Jam on Saturday, June 13, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Brodie Avenue Skate Park. Skaters of all ages can watch demos by Ninetimes Skate Shop from Saskatoon, and eight lucky attendees will go home with a complete skateboard donated by Parlour Barber Shop. A free barbecue from Harvest Meats rounds out the afternoon.
Later in June, a Park Party will take over City Centre Park on Thursday, June 26, from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The gathering is timed with Downtown CultureFest and marks the last day of school. Food will be available to buy, and the city is working with the Yorkton Business Improvement District to tie the party into the larger cultural celebration.
Throughout the summer, kids can cool off at spray parks in Silver Heights Park, Ukrainian Pioneer Park, and Weinmaster Park. The spray pads run seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the season stretches from mid-May into September. Details on hours and locations are posted on the city’s spray park page.
Residents looking for a longer challenge can try Parks and Recreation Month BINGO. Cards are available at the Gallagher Centre Guest Services or can be printed at home. Players snap photos while completing activities and return a full card to Guest Services for a prize.
The summer lineup is backed by the city’s 2026 budget, which puts about $4.29 million toward recreation and community services. That spending covers everything from park maintenance and programming to facilities such as the Gallagher Centre, where the Access Communications Water Park operates. The programming also follows the direction of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, a 15-year guide adopted by council on June 26, 2023.
Anyone with questions about summer activities can contact Recreation Services Manager Jessica Resler at 306-786-1750 or [email protected].
