News & Announcements

Announcing Community Feasibility Studies for a Public Senior Space and for a Public Aquatic Space

PenMet Parks is studying the feasibility of developing and operating a dedicated space for seniors and an aquatics facility for the community. Feasibility studies are a necessary first step in plannin

Community Recreation Center Announcement

THE FUTURE OF INDOOR RECREATION ARRIVES IN GIG HARBORThe Peninsula Metropolitan Park District (PenMet Parks) has announced plans to develop a new state-of-the-art community recreation center on the Gi

Executive Director Announcement

The Peninsula Metropolitan Park District announces Executive Director Join us as we welcome our new Executive Director for PenMet Parks.The Peninsula Metropolitan Park District (PenMet Parks) Board of

Interim Director Announcement

News & Announcements

PenMet Parks Announces Temporary Off-Leash Dog Area at PenGardens Site

PenMet Parks has set up a Temporary Off-Leash Dog Area at Peninsula Gardens, located at 5503 Fillmore Dr NW, Gig Harbor

PenMet Parks Summer Concert lineup announced

Get ready to turn up the volume on summer fun! We’re bringing back FREE Summer Concerts with twice the music. This year, we expanded the series to two locations, giving our community even more opportu

March 2024 eNews

The Peninsula Metropolitan Park District was formed on May 18, 2004, by a vote of the people on the Gig Harbor Peninsula, in unincorporated Pierce County. This year, we celebrate twenty years of being

February 2024 eNews

Our FLASH SALE is on now! Register now for our Family Sweetheart Dances on February 10 at Ocean5 in Gig Harbor.

January 2024 eNews

Join us for an interactive discussion as PenMet Parks develops a master plan for the Tacoma DeMolay Sandspit. This project represents a comprehensive process that is designed to engage local residents

December 2023 eNews

PenMet Parks’ New LocationWe’re excited to announce we are moving. On Monday, December 4 and Tuesday, December 5 we will provide customer service via phone, email, or by appointment during this office

November 2023 PenMet Parks eNews - Fall is in Full Swing

This November PenMet Parks residents will vote on a renewal of the District’s parks and recreation levy. This renews the same expiring levy from 2017.

September 2023 eNews - a new season of classes and activities

Presented by Schulte & Co, The Neighborhood Experts, this event is a Fall tradition, featuring a full day of family fun for everybody.

August 2023 eNews - Celebrate with us!

Construction for the new Community Recreation Center (CRC) will commence this summer and we are ready to celebrate with you! Everyone is welcome to join us for the groundbreaking festivities on Thursd

July 2023 PenMet eNews

PenMet Parks helps you enjoy the best of the PNW this summer with classes, camps, and special events for all ages.

June 2023 PenMet eNews

Concerts, movies, camps, and classes. Enjoy the best of the PNW this season.