New Parks Are Coming to Miami Gardens: What Families Can Look Forward To in 2026
Miami Gardens is investing millions in its parks through a voter-approved program. From a brand-new Scott Park to pickleball courts and a turf field, here's what families can look forward to.
With kids back in school and looking for places to play, here's some good news for Miami Gardens families: the city is in the middle of a major investment in its parks. Through a voter-approved General Obligation Bond (GOB) program, Miami Gardens has been renovating and building parks across the city, and several projects are reaching completion in 2026. Here's a look at what's new and what's coming to a park near you.
The big picture: a voter-approved parks investment
The improvements come from the city's General Obligation Bond program, an initiative approved by Miami Gardens voters to fund park renovations and upgrades citywide. As we've reported in our coverage of the city's growth, the GOB program has been steadily transforming green spaces across Miami Gardens, and the city has reported it is well along in completing the full slate of projects. This is what a growing tax base funds: better, safer, more modern places for families to gather and kids to play.
What's new and coming
Scott Park
A brand-new community hub
Scott Park has been under construction as one of the flagship projects of the program. According to the city, the reimagined park is set to feature a new community building, a playground, basketball courts, a baseball field, football practice areas, a community garden, and significant new parking. It's designed to be a true neighborhood gathering place, offering something for nearly every age and interest.
Walt Frazier Park
A new artificial turf football field
In partnership with Miami-Dade County and the Orange Bowl Committee, Walt Frazier Park has been getting a new artificial turf football field. Turf fields are more durable and playable year-round than natural grass, which matters in South Florida's climate, giving local youth football and community sports a first-rate surface.
Pickleball courts near Buccaneer Park
The fastest-growing sport comes to Miami Gardens
In partnership with Miami-Dade County, new pickleball courts have been under construction near Buccaneer Park. Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, popular across generations, and dedicated local courts give residents a place to play close to home.
AJ King Park
Breaking ground on the future
AJ King Park advanced through the permitting phase toward groundbreaking, marking another neighborhood investment in the pipeline. It's part of the city's commitment to spreading park improvements across different areas of Miami Gardens rather than concentrating them in one place.
Why parks matter
Parks are more than amenities. They're where kids stay active and out of trouble, where neighbors meet, where families spend weekends, and where communities build the bonds that make a place feel like home. Investing in parks improves public health, raises property values, gives young people safe spaces, and strengthens the fabric of a community. For a city as young and fast-growing as Miami Gardens, these green spaces are an investment in quality of life that pays dividends for generations.
Make the most of your local parks
As these projects come online, it's a great time for families to explore what Miami Gardens parks have to offer. Whether it's a playground for the little ones, a court for a pickup game, a field for youth sports, or a quiet green space for a weekend picnic, the city's parks are a resource worth using. Check on programming too, since many parks host recreational activities, sports leagues, and community events throughout the year.
Frequently asked questions
What new parks are opening in Miami Gardens?
Through its voter-approved General Obligation Bond program, Miami Gardens has been building and renovating parks citywide. Projects reaching completion in 2026 include a reimagined Scott Park with a community building and multiple sports facilities, a new artificial turf field at Walt Frazier Park, new pickleball courts near Buccaneer Park, and AJ King Park moving toward groundbreaking. Check the city website for current opening dates.
What is the Miami Gardens GOB program?
The General Obligation Bond (GOB) program is a voter-approved initiative that funds park renovations and upgrades across Miami Gardens. It has financed improvements at numerous parks citywide, part of the city's broader investment in recreation, infrastructure, and quality of life for residents.
Are there pickleball courts in Miami Gardens?
Yes. New pickleball courts have been under construction near Buccaneer Park in partnership with Miami-Dade County, as part of the city's parks investment program. For current availability, hours, and locations, check with the City of Miami Gardens Parks and Recreation Department.
Park details from the City of Miami Gardens State of the City Address and Parks and Recreation information. Construction timelines and features are subject to change; confirm current status at miamigardens-fl.gov or 305-622-8000. Published: August 17, 2026.
