Volunteers Reimagine Folsom's Iconic Castle Park

Community members pitch in during spring break to transform the 30-year-old community landmark.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:13pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph of children playing on wooden castle structures at a community park, with soft, warm pools of light and color creating a dreamlike, atmospheric quality.The reimagined Castle Park in Folsom will bring a renewed sense of joy and community to local families for generations to come.New Castle Today

Dozens of volunteers are working during spring break to transform Folsom's iconic Castle Park, a beloved three-decade-old community landmark. The nearly million-dollar reimagining project aims to modernize the all-wood park and make it appealing for a new generation of families to enjoy.

Why it matters

Castle Park has been a cherished gathering place for Folsom families for 30 years, but the aging wooden structures needed updating. This community-driven effort to revitalize the park will ensure it remains a vibrant hub for the next generation.

The details

Volunteers of all ages, from 10-year-olds to longtime residents, are pitching in this week to help with the Castle Park transformation. The project includes replacing the original all-wood structures with more modern, durable materials. Organizers are still seeking donations and additional volunteers to complete the work in time for a grand reopening in May.

  • Volunteers have been working during Folsom's spring break week to transform the park.
  • The goal is to have the new Castle Park open and unveiled to the public in May 2026.

The players

Joanne

One of the original volunteers who helped build the initial Castle Park 30 years ago, Joanne is now participating in the reimagining effort and is emotional about the park's transformation.

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What they’re saying

“Oh, very, very emotional. Why? Oh, just because I love this park. And, you know, my kids grew up on it, and now my grandchildren will get to play on it.”

— Joanne, Original Castle Park volunteer

What’s next

Organizers are still seeking volunteers and donations to complete the Castle Park transformation in time for the grand reopening in May 2026.

The takeaway

This community-driven effort to reimagine Folsom's iconic Castle Park demonstrates the enduring value of public spaces and the power of grassroots initiatives to preserve cherished local landmarks for future generations.