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North Franklin Lot sign in front of downtown parking lot.
ParksRec
May 29, 2026

CBJ Encourages Public to Use Park Smarter App for Convenient Juneau Parking 

The City and Borough of Juneau reminds all residents and visitors to use the Park Smarter App for fast, easy and cash-free parking payment at multiple locations. The app can be used to submit secure payments and extend your parking time remotely if needed.   The app can be used to pay for parking in the following lots:  Statter Harbor Parking Lot  Taku Harbor Lot  North Franklin Lot (corner of North Franklin St. and…
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ParksRec
May 26, 2026

Families Invited to BugDay! on June 13 at Jensen-Olson Arboretum 

Join Friends of Jensen-Olson Arboretum to explore the fascinating world of insects at BugDay! on Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  Participants ages 4 to 12 years will learn from hands-on workstations, games, and other activities designed to demystify insects and understand their importance in the ecosystem.  Admission is $10 plus tax, and scholarships are available through the Zach Gordon Youth Center. Register online through the Parks & Recreation registration catalog’s “Youth…
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Skaters hang out at the Pipeline Skate Park.
ParksRec
May 22, 2026

Skate with the Pros at Jackie Renninger Park Day on June 6 

The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Parks and Recreation department invites residents to join professional skaters Kanten Russel and Brandon Turner for Jackie Renninger Park Day from 12 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 6. This exciting day of skating and sharing at Jackie Renninger Park will include an all ages skate clinic, open skate, skate trick competition and meet and greet with the pros. There will also be an open house & BBQ where you can learn more about…
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ParksRec
May 22, 2026

Auke Lake Boat Ramp Now Open, CBJ Shares Safety Reminders 

Auke Lake navigational buoys are out and the launch ramp is open. The City and Borough of Juneau reminds residents to stay safe when visiting the lake with the following messages:   Do not park on Glacier Highway  If the Auke Lake parking lot is full, do not park on Glacier Highway. Limited parking is available at the north end of Auke Lake Trail.   Be wary of lake debris  Landslides…
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ParksRec
May 18, 2026

Fourth of July Vending Permit Applications Open Now

The City and Borough of Juneau Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting vending permit applications for Fourth of July festivities at Savikko Park. All permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications and related material should be emailed to Parks.Rec@juneau.gov by Monday, June 22 at 4:30 p.m.  All food vendors will be located near Treadwell Arena. There are 19 food vending spots available including a bigger space to…
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ParksRec
May 15, 2026

Partial Closure of Hank Harmon Public Range on May 16

The Hank Harmon Public Range will be closed on Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for its biannual range cleanup day. The public is welcome to join the debris cleanup by coming to the range during this time. The range will reopen at 12 p.m.   For questions, contact the City and Borough of Juneau Parks and Recreation Department at 907-586-5226. The office is open Monday…
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