Parks, Recreation and Culture

Leisure Lee mascot holding wrenches; hot tub closed for a week starting December 17th.

Other features are still available

Hot Tub is closed

The hot tub is anticipated to be closed for approximately one week as we conduct necessary repairs and testing.

Features still available:

Competition pool
Slides
Steam room

Christmas ornaments and pine branches arranged in a festive circular pattern.

Holiday hours

Parks and Recreation

December 24

Access Communications Centre, open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Allen Sapp Gallery – The Gonor Collection, open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Battlefords CO-OP Aquatic Centre, open 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Chapel Gallery, closed
Don Ross Arena, open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Don Ross Community Centre, open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
NationsWEST Field House, open 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Parks Department, open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

December 25 and 26 - Closed

December 27 to 30 - Regular hours

December 31

Access Communications Centre, open 8 a.m. to midnight
Allen Sapp Gallery – The Gonor Collection, open 12 to 4 p.m.
Battlefords CO-OP Aquatic Centre, open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Chapel Gallery, closed
Don Ross Arena, open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Don Ross Community Centre, open 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
NationsWEST Field House, open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Parks Department, open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

January 1 - Closed

The City has many indoor, outdoor, recreational, and cultural facilities and programming for you and your family to enjoy. Be active and stay connected with each other at one of our many classes, parks, or recreational amenities.

Book a recreation facility

Four friends enjoying a musical gathering outside a camper van, surrounded by snacks and nature.

Camping

Event Calendar

Allen Sapp Gallery building in summer, showcasing a sign with artwork and visitor information.

Galleries and Performing Arts Centre

Historical documents stored vertically on a shelf for long-term preservation.

City Archives

Library

Parks, trails, and sports fields

No matter the season, there are opportunities for you to get out, get active, and have fun.

Aerial view of the North Saskatchewan River in summer, featuring Finlayson Island in the center.

Parks, Trails and Sports Fields

Recreation programs

Are you looking for fun and engaging programming? There are affordable classes for all skill and fitness levels, and for all ages!

Register for our many different art or fitness classes throughout the year.

A child smiles while playing in a colorful foam block structure on a green indoor facility floor.

Recreation Programs

Battlefords River Valley

Master Plan

This document strives to address the current and future needs
of the users, and renews the commitment to environmentally responsible development and protection of this urban park.

See the river valley plan

Battlefords

Joint Parks & Recreation Master Plan

This State of Parks and Recreation in the Battlefords Region Report summarizes project research work and public engagement findings.

See the joint plan

Children playing outdoors in a wooded area, enjoying nature in the Parks & Recreation guide.

Fall Edition

Parks, Recreation and Culture Guide

Thank you to BATC Community Development Corporation for providing funding for the Parks, Recreation and Culture guides.

Leisure Guide Fall 2025

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Administrative Procedure

Patron Code of Conduct

This code of conduct provides a procedural outline to address prohibited behaviour in City-owned facilities.

Patron Code of Conduct

2024 to 2040

Urban Forest Management Plan

Trees are a vital part of North Battleford’s infrastructure. They improve our environment, support
the economy, bring social benefits, and help the city adapt to climate change.

See the plan