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🚧 Please be advised the Launch Ramp at the Compo Marina is closed for construction 🚧

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Memorial Day Parade Sign-Up

Westport groups, civic organizations and businesses interested in participating in the Memorial Day Parade are invited to complete the form below.

Parade Date: Monday, May 25, 2026

Step-Off Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Riverside Avenue, beginning at Saugatuck Elementary School

Registration Deadline: Sunday, May 17, 2026

All participating groups must register in advance.

Sign Up for the Memorial Day Parade

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Help Shape the Future of Westport Parks!

Explore the Parks Master Plan Portal

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Mural Unveiling!

Join us on Saturday, May 23rd for Westport's Kickoff to Summer, featuring the unveiling of a new public mural.

This installation was created in collaboration with artist Luke Bernier, the Westport Arts Advisory Committee, and the Artists Collective of Westport, and celebrates community, creativity, and the start of the summer season.

Thank you to everyone who participated!

Compo Mural Winner

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Before You Dive In...

Want to make sure the water’s just right? Check the latest updates on swimming areas and beach closures at Aspetuck Health District. It’s the easiest way to stay in the know before you go!

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Animals on Town Athletic Fields, Playgrounds, and Beaches

Per the Westport Parks and Recreation Department Rules and Regulations, animals are prohibited from all athletic fields and playgrounds at any time. Animals are prohibited from town beaches from April 1st through September 30th.

As always, please be a good neighbor and clean-up after your pet!

poop bag

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Baron's South Habitat Survey

To view the entire habitat survey from Baron's South that was completed by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, Select this Link

Compo Beach Site Improvement Committee Information

For more information regarding the Compo Beach Site Improvement and Master Plan, please visit the Parks and Recreation Office at Longshore.

Field and Program Cancellations: (203) 341-5074

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New to Town? Proof of Residency Requirements

Having a Special Event? Updated form coming soon!

Need a Photo Permit: Submit this photo permit form.

The Friends of Westport Parks and Recreation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to enhance, preserve, protect and promote the Town of Westport's Parks and Recreation facilities in partnership with the town, for the enjoyment of present and future generations of Westport residents. The Friends' first project was serving as fiscal sponsor for fundraising for the new Halfway House at the Longshore Golf Course, which was built by a subcommittee of the Longshore Golf Advisory Committee.

The Friends invite applicants from the community for fundraising projects that will enhance our parks and recreational facilities. To apply, and for more information, please visit www.westportfriendsofparksrec.com

Parks & Recreation - Park & Facilities Map

Click a thumbtack on the map to learn more about any park.

Or see a list of parks and facilities on the Parks page.

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