Calabaza Park: Help Design Your Neighborhood Park

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Project Overview

A park has been planned in the Northridge Trails community at 71st Avenue and 4th Street. As more people have moved into the area, this is the ideal time to gather input on how the park should be designed. Your input will help shape how it looks, feels and functions for the community.

The park is named Calabaza Park, a nod to the nearby Pumpkin Ridge natural area. “Calabaza” is the Spanish word for pumpkin. A concept plan for the park was created in 2018 as part of the neighborhood development process. The upcoming design phase will build on that work while gathering updated community input to help shape the final park design.

Funding for the project comes from the Park Development Fund, which was established to pay for new or expanded park facilities and is budgeted for 2026.

Why This Matters

This neighborhood was slated for a park as the area was being developed. As the area has grown, the need for a place to gather, play and be outdoors has grown too. Resident feedback is essential for informing the design.

Get Involved and Help Shape the Park

Your feedback will help guide the design team as they create the final plan. Discussions to date have included ideas like:

  • Open grass space
  • Playground
  • A basketball or sports court
  • Walking paths
  • A picnic shelter and gathering space
  • Natural areas with plants and water features

These are just some early ideas. The final design isn’t set yet. We encourage you to share your opinions by taking our online survey. You can also visit our pop-up event in the park to meet the project team, fill out the on-site survey, and check out the concept boards. Don’t forget to look at the Key Dates section for information about engagement opportunities and the project timeline!

Project Overview

A park has been planned in the Northridge Trails community at 71st Avenue and 4th Street. As more people have moved into the area, this is the ideal time to gather input on how the park should be designed. Your input will help shape how it looks, feels and functions for the community.

The park is named Calabaza Park, a nod to the nearby Pumpkin Ridge natural area. “Calabaza” is the Spanish word for pumpkin. A concept plan for the park was created in 2018 as part of the neighborhood development process. The upcoming design phase will build on that work while gathering updated community input to help shape the final park design.

Funding for the project comes from the Park Development Fund, which was established to pay for new or expanded park facilities and is budgeted for 2026.

Why This Matters

This neighborhood was slated for a park as the area was being developed. As the area has grown, the need for a place to gather, play and be outdoors has grown too. Resident feedback is essential for informing the design.

Get Involved and Help Shape the Park

Your feedback will help guide the design team as they create the final plan. Discussions to date have included ideas like:

  • Open grass space
  • Playground
  • A basketball or sports court
  • Walking paths
  • A picnic shelter and gathering space
  • Natural areas with plants and water features

These are just some early ideas. The final design isn’t set yet. We encourage you to share your opinions by taking our online survey. You can also visit our pop-up event in the park to meet the project team, fill out the on-site survey, and check out the concept boards. Don’t forget to look at the Key Dates section for information about engagement opportunities and the project timeline!

  • New Concept Plan for Calabaza Park

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    A new concept plan for Calabaza Park centers on a spacious great lawn surrounded by a variety of activity zones designed to encourage play, recreation, gathering, and relaxation. The North Activity Node will feature a large hoop swing designed to appeal to teens and provide a welcoming place to hang out and socialize. Pickleball and basketball courts will offer opportunities for active movement, friendly competition, and recreation for all ages.

    The playground will provide a range of multi-age play experiences, including a large play structure, zipline, swings, small carousel, and hill slide. Several picnic shelters will accommodate both small gatherings

    A new concept plan for Calabaza Park centers on a spacious great lawn surrounded by a variety of activity zones designed to encourage play, recreation, gathering, and relaxation. The North Activity Node will feature a large hoop swing designed to appeal to teens and provide a welcoming place to hang out and socialize. Pickleball and basketball courts will offer opportunities for active movement, friendly competition, and recreation for all ages.

    The playground will provide a range of multi-age play experiences, including a large play structure, zipline, swings, small carousel, and hill slide. Several picnic shelters will accommodate both small gatherings and larger group events, while water misters and generous tree canopies will provide shade and cooling on hot summer days.

    A portable restroom will be located on the south side of the park for convenient access. A couple of swinging benches will offer playful and comfortable places to rest, relax, and enjoy the activity around them.

    The full resolution concept plan can be viewed at this link.

    Please Note: This concept plan is intended to guide initial planning. Specific details may change in subsequent stages, and the plan may be adjusted in light of community feedback, design reviews, engineering, and budgeting.

  • Join Us for a Pop-Up Event in the Park

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    Exciting progress is happening in the development of Calabaza Park! Thank you to everyone who completed the May community survey and shared ideas. Your feedback helped shape initial design concepts for the City's Planning and Capital Projects and Parks teams to evaluate.

    Join us at a fun Pop-Up event to view the concept plan, provide feedback, and help us select playground equipment.

    Thursday, July 30

    4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

    Calabaza Park (68th Ave. and 4th Street Road)

    Stop by to meet the project team, view the concept plan and playground options. This is your chance to ask questions and share

    Exciting progress is happening in the development of Calabaza Park! Thank you to everyone who completed the May community survey and shared ideas. Your feedback helped shape initial design concepts for the City's Planning and Capital Projects and Parks teams to evaluate.

    Join us at a fun Pop-Up event to view the concept plan, provide feedback, and help us select playground equipment.

    Thursday, July 30

    4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

    Calabaza Park (68th Ave. and 4th Street Road)

    Stop by to meet the project team, view the concept plan and playground options. This is your chance to ask questions and share your thoughts. Plus, we'll have some free SWAG while supplies last!

    Can’t make the event? The concept plan and playground options will be available soon for review and comment on this project page. Your input helps us build a park the neighborhood can enjoy for years to come!

  • City Council Approves Calabaza Park Design Contract

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    The Greeley City Council approved a contract with RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture to begin design work for Calabaza Park in the Northridge Trails neighborhood near 71st Avenue and 4th Street.

    View the April 7, 2026 Council Meeting

    View agenda and supporting documents


    The Greeley City Council approved a contract with RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture to begin design work for Calabaza Park in the Northridge Trails neighborhood near 71st Avenue and 4th Street.

    View the April 7, 2026 Council Meeting

    View agenda and supporting documents


Page last updated: 14 Aug 2026, 09:36 AM