Panhandle Playground Project

Completed and Open to the Public November 2019!


Scope of WorkPanhandle Playground Renovation Rendering

The renovation of the Panhandle Playground is part of Let'sPlaySF! Initiative, which seeks to inspire creativity and play throughout the City.

In the coming years, 13 playgrounds prioritized for improvement by a citizen task force will have been reimagined and redesigned for this and future generations of San Francisco's children.

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  1. Project Updates
  2. Documents & Materials
  1. Gene Friend Rec Center | PG&E Begins Energization Work

    We are excited to report that PG&E has begun work to energize the new facility. Please be advised: We expect energization will involve some night work by PG&E along 6th Street, but we do not have Read on...
  1. Twin Peaks Promenade Project | Project Update, February 2026

    Construction bids for the Twin Peaks Promenade Project were received on January 14, with four competitive bids submitted, all within budget – marking a major milestone in the next phase of reimagining this iconic San Francisco destination. With the Read on...
  1. Randolph-Bright Mini Park Improvements | Project update, February 2026

    We’re excited to share an important milestone as the project moves forward. In early February, the project was presented to the Recreation and Park Department’s Capital Committee. The committee reviewed the final design and approved it to Read on...
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