From Booking to BBQs: Why Smart Parks Software Matters More in Summer
April 25 2025
As the weather warms up, so does the demand for parks and recreation. City teams everywhere are prepping for one of the busiest times of the year: summer.
But here’s the thing — your community might be planning their next event, drop-in, or swim class from a phone, not a front desk. If your systems can’t handle that kind of access, you’re already playing catch-up.
The Summer Surge Is Real
From swim lessons and summer camps to court rentals and family events, usage skyrockets in the warmer months. And so do expectations.
Parents want to register without printing forms. Residents expect to see availability and pay instantly. City staff? They just want fewer headaches and fewer phone calls.
Why the Weekend Test Matters
Fridays at 4pm are the ultimate stress test. Can a family book a picnic shelter on their phone? Can a staff member check a field schedule from home? If not, that missed opportunity echoes all weekend long.
This is where modern recreation software earns its keep.
What Smart Cities Are Doing
Forward-thinking cities are moving fast:
Real-time availability
Mobile-first design
Automated payments
No clunky legacy systems
Integrated dashboards for staff
Myrtle Beach, for example, is co-developing their parks and rec module with us — launching this summer with full mobile capability and staff-tested tools.
Why Now Is the Moment
Summer is when parks departments shine — or stumble.
Budgets are live. Demand is building. And community expectations are higher than ever.
The good news? A quick pilot can get your city live in weeks, not months.
Ready to Modernize for Summer?
Don’t let outdated systems slow your season. Explore how Cocoflo’s recreation management platform helps cities like yours meet the moment.