Dedham Parks and Recreation is overseen by a five-person committee. Its purview extends to public parks, playgrounds, annual parades and recreation programs for youth and adults, such as swimming, tennis, dancing, rollerblading, basketball, weight training and softball.
The recreation department operates Dedham Pool and orchestrates the annual Dedham Day.
Inside the department's building are a dance studio and a gym. Outside, visitors can find a new softball field and an open green space.