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Open / Closed Status
Subject to change. Last updated October 21, 2020
Wellington’s Parks & Recreation Department announces the reopening of playgrounds and other facilities throughout the Village effective Friday, August 28th, 2020, pursuant to Palm Beach County’s Emergency Order 20-21.
Village staff has made every effort to have clean and safe conditions for the reopening of our community play spaces. Structures and equipment have been cleaned, and signage has been installed to communicate safety recommendations.
To that end, Wellington welcomes residents back to its parks and playgrounds with the following reminders:
- PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK- The Village will not be monitoring the use of playgrounds or equipment, so please plan accordingly.
- Playground visitors must observe social distancing and other safety precautions.
- It’s recommended that those of age wear a mask or face covering.
- Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the restroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Young children should be supervised to ensure they are using sanitizer safely.
- Stay home if you are sick or do not feel well.
All visitors must
- Follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) social distancing guidelines
- Bring their own drinks
- Bring their own hand sanitizer and mask
Parks Open
- Amphitheater
- Visit the Wellington Amphitheater page for more information.
- Community Park
- Basketball courts open
- Open sunrise to sunset.
- Dog Park at Greenbriar Park
- Open, dawn to dusk.
- Closes until 3:00 PM each Thursday for maintenance.
- Natural Areas
- Open space only
- Open sunrise to sunset
- Neighborhood Parks
- Open sunrise to sunset
- Playgrounds open, play at your own risk.
- Olympia Park
- Track open:
- Monday through Friday, 6 PM to sunset
- Saturday and Sunday, 8 AM to sunset
- Visit the Olympia Park page for more information.
- Track open:
- Peaceful Waters Sanctuary
- Open, see Village Park hours of operation
- Wellington Environmental Preserve (Section 24)
- Open from 8 AM to sunset
- Maintain 6 feet of spacing on trails
- Signage will direct traffic on trails
- Observation Tower is open
Facilities Open
- Aquatics Complex
- Visit the Wellington Aquatics Complex page for hours and information.
- Tennis Center
- Visit the Tennis Center page for hours and information.
- Neighborhood Parks & Playgrounds
- Open sunrise to sunset
- Scott’s Place Playground
- Open sunrise to sunset
- Tiger Shark Cove Park
- Open sunrise to sunset
- Basketball court and adjacent field are open
- Village Park Gym/Village Park
- Visit the Village Park page for hours and information.
Amenities at Open Parks
- Basketball Courts
- Open
- Boat Ramp
- Open, one boat on ramp at a time.
- Public ramp will be open from sunrise to sunset.
- Individual kayak and paddle-board use is permitted, provided social distancing guidelines are followed.
- Fishing
- Follow Center for Disease Control Guidelines, 6 feet spacing
- Gazebos
- Closed
- Observation Tower at the
Wellington Environmental Preserve- Open
- Pavilions
- Visit the pavilions page for more information.
- Pickleball
- Visit the pickleball page for more information.
- Playgrounds
- Open, play at your own risk.
- Restrooms
- Limited restrooms available
- Roller Hockey
- Closed
- Skate Park
- Open. Visit the Village Park page for hours and information.
- Sports Fields
- No organized play
- Trails - Equestrian
- Trails - Walking & Biking
- Follow Center for Disease Control Guidelines, 6 feet spacing.
- Volleyball Courts
- Open
- Groups of 10 or less per court
Parks Closed
- Wellington Green Park (10-acres site)
Facilities Closed
- Wellington Community Center
Additional Resources
Additional Coranavirus COVID-19 Information
Visit Wellington’s Coronavirus COVID-19 informational page for additional information, updates, and resources.
Virtual Recreation Center
Wellington is committed to the safety and well-being of its residents during this challenging time of social distancing. Staying home doesn’t mean we can’t stay active and connected. In an effort to help residents stay home and stay safe, Wellington has launched a new online Virtual Recreation Center with free live classes, educational activities, and resources for all ages.
The Virtual Recreation Center features a weekly schedule of classes with Wellington instructors in addition to on-demand videos, at-home activities, and virtual experiences the entire family can enjoy.