The Recreation Department is responsible for the use of and activities in the City of Newburgh's numerous parks, memorials, and smaller open spaces. These include the Delano-Hitch Recreational Park, the beautiful Downing Park, the recently dedicated Audrey Carey Park, and several others.

Parks are open to the public during posted hours, but larger groups and special activities require that a reservation request form be filed with the Recreation Department. You may also need to obtain an Event Permit from the City Manager's office.

The multipurpose Activity Center can be rented by nonprofit organizations for various events.

Operating under the aegis of the Recreation Department, the City's Youth Bureau is responsible for planning, organizing and administering dozens of programs — primarily in the summer months — for the city's youth of all ages.