This Week in Westminster:

• Winter 2026 Newsletter & Recreation Guide
• Winter After School Parks Program
• Tet Parade Save the Date & Sponsors
• Cherry St. Community Garden
• Parks & Playground Improvement Projects
• Senior Center Presentations, Classes, and Upcoming Events
• Westminster Family Resource Center
• Send Us Your Photos!

Winter 2026 Newsletter & Recreation Guide

Great news! Our Winter newsletter is now available! Many recreational classes are starting in January and are now OPEN. Enroll for a class today or register online!

New Winter Classes:

• Princess Ballet
• Westminster Chorale
• Driver's Ed Course - Online
• Shotokan Karate
• Tai Chi

Click here to view the Winter Newsletter & Recreation Guide

Recreation Program

Winter After School Parks Program

Looking for a fun, safe, and educational place for your kiddos after school? Check out our FREE Parks Program for youth ages 6-14! Drop-in daily, Monday through Friday from 2:30-5:00 p.m., to enjoy recreational activities, games, arts & crafts, sports and homework time. See you there!

Locations:

Bolsa Chica Park: 13660 University St., (714) 865-6568

Liberty Park: 13900 Monroe St., (714) 412-2617

Sigler Park: 7200 Plaza St., (714) 715-0262

Mobile Rec Program

Our Mobile Rec team will be rolling to different parks throughout Westminster throughout the year! Stop by and engage in the fun themed activities and crafts! Please follow us on social media for any updates.

Tet Parade Save the Date & Sponsorship Opportunities

The Year of the Horse is galloping into Westminster! Save the date for the 2026 Tet Parade on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Sponsor the Tradition!

Help us make this a spectacular celebration! Sponsorship opportunities are available now to bring this cherished tradition to life.

Tet Parade Sponsor Packet

Why Sponsor?

• Enhance your business visibility with premier exposure at the parade and beyond!
• Receive public recognition and exclusive event perks!
• Showcase your support for our vibrant, diverse community!

As a sponsor, you'll enjoy verbal recognition on stage and TV, ad space in the Official Parade Program, logo visibility across City promotions, complimentary parade entry - and many more benefits!

Parade Entry Application

Interested in being in the parade? Access the Tet Parade Application here: Click here

To be considered for the parade, applicants must provide the following to the City of Westminster:

1. Completed application form with waiver
2. Brief bio (max 75 words in English and 85 words in Vietnamese)
3. Payment for parade entry fee
   To receive the Regular Entry Rate, applications must be submitted by January 9, 2026. Applications submitted January 10–February 6, 2026 will receive the Late Entry Rate.

For more information, contact the Community Services & Recreation Department at (714) 895-2860 or Tetparade@westminster-ca.gov.

Cherry St. Community Garden

Let’s grow together! We are now accepting in-person applications for the Cherry St. Community Garden. Open to the public, with priority given to Westminster residents. Apply at the Community Services Building – 8200 Westminster Blvd.

Garden Plots Available:

4' x 4' – $50 annual fee

4' x 8' – $100 annual fee

Community members can reserve and maintain their own garden space!

Parks & Playground Improvement Projects

Many parks throughout Westminster are receiving well-deserved improvements this year! Watch for construction at your neighborhood parks, and stay tuned for upgraded amenities.

Construction Projects in Progress

Community Garden at Cherry St. – Construction in progress, estimated completion early 2026

Sigler Park – New soccer field construction in progress, estimated completion early 2026

Gillespie Park – Playground construction in progress, estimated completion early 2026

Senior Center Presentations & Classes

New presentations and classes coming soon in January 2026!

Senior Center Upcoming Events

The Westminster Senior Center is roaring with excitement! Check out this month’s events. To reserve your spot or purchase tickets, visit the Senior Center front desk or call (714) 895-2878.

Luck of the New Year Bingo – Thursday, January 8 from 1-3 p.m.

Winter Dance – Thursday, January 28 from 12-2 p.m.

Westminster Family Resource Center

The Westminster Family Resource Center offers free services for families with children under 18. The center will be hosting a variety of events this season! Visit the WFRC at 7200 Plaza St. at Sigler Park or call (714) 903-1331.

Send Us Your Photos!

Send us photos of you, your family, and friends participating in our events! You may even be featured on the cover of the next Westminster Newsletter & Recreation Guide.

Submit your pictures online !

Westminster Community Services & Recreation Department
8200 Westminster Blvd.
Westminster, CA 92683

For more information, call (714) 895-2860 or visit our website: www.westminster-ca.gov/departments/community-services