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To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, please respect the park and facility rules and be courteous of others.

PROHIBITED
The following items are prohibited at all City facilities:

  • Unauthorized third-party special events and/or organized sports activities. Please seek authorization through our Facility Rental process.
  • Glass Containers
  • Littering/Dumping
  • Alcohol and illegal substances

See below for details regarding: 

AMPLIFIED SOUND / MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Amplified sound (portable speakers, amplifiers, etc.) is prohibited at basketball/tennis courts.
Amplified sound is permitted in other areas, but must be maintained at an acceptable volume level at the discretion of Leisure Services staff.

ARTIFICIAL TURF
The following items are prohibited on artificial turf surfaces:

  • Soda, sports drinks, alcohol or coffee, or any beverage
  • Food, peanuts, seeds, or gum
  • Metal cleats 
  • Sharp objects that could penetrate the synthetic surface
  • Tents
  • Pets or other animals
  • Unauthorized vehicles
  • Golfing
  • Static loads (ex: heavy water coolers)

ATHLETIC CLUB & GYMS
Membership, use, and access into the Athletic Club, gym, and Multipurpose Center facilities requires adherence to our admission guidelines.

BASKETBALL/TENNIS COURTS
Folding chairs or tables may not be brought onto the court.
Roller blades, scooters, bicycles, skateboards, etc. are prohibited.
Amplified sound (portable speakers, amplifiers, etc.) is prohibited.

BOUNCE HOUSES
Bounce houses are permitted when associated with a facility rental and with Leisure Services approval.
Equipment requiring water (portable pools, slip and slides, etc.) are prohibited. 

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT
Securing or hanging fitness equipment to trees or any park structure is prohibited.
Heavy equipment (tires, sleds, etc.) is prohibited.

FRUIT TREES
The removal of fruits (coconuts, mangos, avocados, etc.) from trees is prohibited.

HAMMOCKS
Hammocks are prohibited, with the exception of free-standing hammocks.

INSTRUCTION/TRAINING
All instructors/trainers doing business at City parks must be approved by Leisure Services.  Please click here for more information.

PETS
Dogs are permitted at Welleby Park (11100 NW 44th Street). Review our dog park rules for guidelines.

Pursuant to Section 4-4 of the Sunrise Code of Ordinances, animals are prohibited at all other City parks and facilities with the exception of Service Animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability or horses used by police in the course of their official duties. Comfort and emotional support dogs are not recognized by the ADA.

PORTABLE CHAIRS
Portable chairs are permitted, as long as they are not being used to increase the capacity of a meeting room or pavilion rental.

RENTALS
Any rental equipment (chairs, tables, etc.) must be approved by the Leisure Services Department.

TENTS (maximum size 10’ X 10’)

  • Tents are permitted, as long as they are not being used to increase the capacity of a meeting room or pavilion rental.
  • Tents are not permitted on artificial fields.
  • You are responsible for securing your tent, although spikes are not allowed.

UNAUTHORIZED VEHICLES 
Electric, battery or gas-powered vehicles/transportation devices (golf carts, ATVs, scooters, boats, etc.) are prohibited.
Kids’ electric toy cars are permitted.

Please call for more information:
Weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - (954) 747-4600
Weekdays after 5:00 p.m. and weekends - (954) 849-0071