All Seasons

Season 1

  • S01E01 Make My Pit a Park

    • April 9, 2009
    • NBC

    Indiana government worker Leslie Knope is given the assignment to convert an abandoned quarry pit into a community park. A documentary film crew follows Leslie through her mishaps and gaffes as she tries to make her assignment a reality.

  • S01E02 Canvassing

    • April 16, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie decides that she and her committee need to go door-to-door to gain support for the park project as well as support for an upcoming town hall meeting, but their mission does not go as planned. Meanwhile, Tom wanders away from the canvassing group and uses his own creative recruitment tactics.

  • S01E03 The Reporter

    • April 23, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie arranges for a reporter to do a story about her park project, but she and her committee have the worst time staying on topic. She then calls Mark to help her save the story, but it ends up hurting more than helping. Meanwhile, Tom does all he can to suck up to his boss.

  • S01E04 Boys' Club

    • April 30, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie attempts to break into the political "old boys' club," causing an ethical dilemma. Meanwhile, Andy plans a surprise for Ann.

  • S01E05 The Banquet

    • May 7, 2009
    • NBC

    During a banquet honoring her mother's public service, Leslie tries to convince a local zoning official to support her proposed park project. Meanwhile, Mark and Tom try to meet some ladies.

  • S01E06 Rock Show

    • May 14, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie attends what she believes is a business meeting with an elderly local government bigwig, unaware that her mother has secretly set her up on a blind date. Andy plays his first gig since breaking both of his legs in the pit.

Season 2

  • S02E01 Pawnee Zoo

    • September 17, 2009
    • NBC

    When Leslie decides to marry two penguins to promote the local zoo, she inadvertently causes an uproar when both penguins turn out to be male. Meanwhile, Mark puts Ann in an awkward situation when he asks her to go see a movie.

  • S02E02 The Stakeout

    • September 24, 2009
    • NBC

    While pruning the new community garden, Leslie and Tom find that someone has been growing marijuana. To find those responsible, they decide to have an all-night stakeout of the garden. Meanwhile, Ann asks Leslie's permission to go on a date with Mark.

  • S02E03 Beauty Pageant

    • October 1, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie gets to judge a beauty contest, but ends up having conflicting opinions on "the ideal woman" with the other judges. While on a date with Mark, Ann learns Andy has been living in the pit.

  • S02E04 Practice Date

    • October 8, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie is nervous about her first date with Dave, so Ann takes her on a practice date to help her prepare. Meanwhile, after a local councilman is caught up in a sex scandal, Tom, Ron, April and Mark decide to see who can uncover the worst dirt on each other.

  • S02E05 Sister City

    • October 15, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie plays host to the Parks and Recreation department from Pawnee’s sister city, Boraqua, Venezuela, and is shocked at the cultural differences. Tom becomes an errand boy, and April plays hard to get.

  • S02E06 Kaboom

    • October 22, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie, Ann and the rest of the Parks Department volunteer to help the organization KaBOOM! build a playground for a neighboring town. After building an entire playground in one day, Leslie gets frustrated at the lack of progress with the pit, and takes some advice from Mark to cut through the red tape.

  • S02E07 Greg Pikitis

    • October 29, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie enlists the help of Dave and Andy in order to catch a local teen vandal. Meanwhile, Ann struggles to make her Halloween party fun, and ends up getting help from an unlikely source.

  • S02E08 Ron and Tammy

    • November 5, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie is upset when she learns the library department wants to take over her lot. Making matters worse, the library is run by Ron's ex-wife Tammy, who still has a powerful emotional hold on him. Meanwhile, Andy gets a job in hopes of winning Ann back.

  • S02E09 The Camel

    • November 12, 2009
    • NBC

    After one of the murals in City Hall is defaced, Leslie and the Parks Department compete to come up with a new design. Meanwhile, Andy and Ron share an uncomfortable moment at the shoeshine stand.

  • S02E10 Hunting Trip

    • November 19, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie tries to prove she can hang with the guys so she invites herself on Ron’s annual hunting trip, but things don’t go as planned. Meanwhile, April and Andy bond in the office while everyone is away.

  • S02E11 Tom's Divorce

    • December 3, 2009
    • NBC

    After Leslie finds out that Tom is getting a divorce, the department takes him out on the town to cheer him up. Meanwhile, Andy tries to hustle Mark in a game of pool.

  • S02E12 Christmas Scandal

    • December 10, 2009
    • NBC

    Leslie designs the Pawnee Winter Wonderland Festival, but has to hide from the press when a meeting with a disgraced Councilman lands her in the middle of a sex scandal. Meanwhile, Ron offers to cover for Leslie for the day, and quickly discovers how much work she really does.

  • S02E13 The Set Up

    • January 14, 2010
    • NBC

    Ann sets Leslie up on a blind date with a co-worker, which does not go as well as Leslie hoped. An old friend of Ann's makes Mark feel insecure.

  • S02E14 Leslie's House

    • January 21, 2010
    • NBC

    After an amazing date with Justin in Indianapolis, Leslie tries to impress him with a dinner party at her house.

  • S02E15 Sweetums

    • February 4, 2010
    • NBC

    The Parks Department forms a partnership with a local company to sell energy bars at the parks in Pawnee, but Leslie tries to stop the deal when she discovers how unhealthy the snacks are. Mark reluctantly agrees to help Tom move out of his house.

  • S02E16 Galentine's Day

    • February 11, 2010
    • NBC

    When Leslie hears her mom’s story about an old flame, she and her boyfriend Justin track him down and reunite them on Valentine’s Day. Meanwhile, Andy and his band are nervous about playing a gig at the Senior Center.

  • S02E17 Woman of the Year

    • March 4, 2010
    • NBC

    Leslie is outraged when Ron wins a “Woman of the Year” award for a project she started. Meanwhile, Tom is desperate to find some money to invest in a local Pawnee club.

  • S02E18 The Possum

    • March 11, 2010
    • NBC

    When a possum bites the mayor's dog on a golf course, Leslie is asked to form a task force to catch the pesky animal. Meanwhile, Ron is upset when Mark refuses to bend the rules for him.

  • S02E19 Park Safety

    • March 18, 2010
    • NBC

    After Jerry gets mugged by a bunch of kids, Leslie meets with the head park ranger in hopes of improving park safety. Meanwhile, everyone tries to be nicer to Jerry once he returns to the office.

  • S02E20 Summer Catalog

    • March 25, 2010
    • NBC

    Preparing the Summer Events Catalog, Leslie decides to take Ron and the past directors of the Parks Department out for a picnic lunch. Tom enlists the help of Ann and Mark to pose for the cover photo.

  • S02E21 94 Meetings

    • April 29, 2010
    • NBC

    Ron is furious when April mistakenly schedules a ton of meetings for him. Meanwhile, Leslie fights to preserve a historical landmark.

  • S02E22 Telethon

    • May 6, 2010
    • NBC

    Leslie hosts a late-night shift for a local telethon, and lands former Indiana Pacer Detlef Schrempf as a celebrity guest. Meanwhile, Mark has big plans for his relationship with Ann.

  • S02E23 The Master Plan

    • May 13, 2010
    • NBC

    Leslie is disappointed when her new park plans are put on hold by a visit from two state auditors. April has plans for Andy at her birthday party, and Ann tries to piece together a romantic mystery.

  • S02E24 Freddy Spaghetti

    • May 20, 2010
    • NBC

    When Ben prevents Leslie from holding a children’s concert, she takes matters into her own hands. Mark makes some big decisions about his life, and Andy gets some unexpected romantic attention.

Season 3

  • S03E01 Go Big or Go Home

    • January 20, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie and the Parks Department return to work after three months to discover that the budget crisis still looms. After unsuccessfully trying to have their budget restored by using Ann to charm Chris with a date, Leslie decides to make an all or nothing play by resurrecting the Pawnee Harvest Festival. Meanwhile, Ben restarts the youth basketball league and instates Ron and Andy to coach the only two teams. April returns from a vacation with a new boyfriend.

  • S03E02 Flu Season

    • January 27, 2011
    • NBC

    While planning for the local Harvest Festival, Leslie is struck with the flu and is forced to go to the hospital. Ron and Andy have a day of male bonding, and Tom hits the spa.

  • S03E03 Time Capsule

    • February 3, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie wants to bury a time capsule that encapsulates life in Pawnee, but an odd suggestion from a local man causes unforeseen consequences. Andy seeks help from Chris about how to win back April.

  • S03E04 Ron and Tammy II

    • February 10, 2011
    • NBC

    Tom tries to get back at Ron by going out on a date with Ron's ex-wife Tammy, while Leslie tries to protect Ron from falling prey to her charms. Meanwhile, April is assigned to work with Chris.

  • S03E05 Media Blitz

    • February 17, 2011
    • NBC

    While advertising for the Harvest Festival, Ben has to deal with some troubling questions about his past. Meanwhile, Andy continues to try to win April back.

  • S03E06 Indianapolis

    • February 24, 2011
    • NBC

    Ron and Leslie take a road trip to the big city in order to visit Ron's favorite place which happens to be a steakhouse, but Leslie has alternative motives for the trip.

  • S03E07 Harvest Festival

    • March 17, 2011
    • NBC

    It's make it or break it for the Parks Department at the Harvest Festival which is full of surprises.

  • S03E08 Camping

    • March 24, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie takes the whole department camping in order to brainstorm new ideas. Meanwhile, Andy attempts a romantic gesture for April, while Ann gets nervous when Chris returns to Pawnee as the new city manager.

  • S03E09 Andy and April's Fancy Party

    • April 14, 2011
    • NBC

    April and Andy host a dinner party for the Parks Department. Meanwhile, Ann tries to move on from Chris at a singles' party.

  • S03E10 Soulmates

    • April 21, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie tries an online dating service, but doesn't end up with a stranger as she expects. Also, Chris challenges Ron to a grilling competition as part of his plans to make Pawnee healthier.

  • S03E11 Jerry's Painting

    • April 28, 2011
    • NBC

    Jerry’s contribution to Leslie’s community art show causes a stir. Ben moves in with April and Andy and attempts to teach them how to be adults. Meanwhile, Leslie is frustrated by Chris and his interoffice dating rules.

  • S03E12 Eagleton

    • May 5, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie's ex-best friend, Lindsay Carlisle Shay, launches an attack on Pawnee, banning residents from visiting a nearby park in the neighboring city of Eagleton with a large fence, causing Leslie to go to war with Eagleton. Meanwhile, everyone finds out that it is Ron's birthday, a fact that he went to extreme lengths to conceal.

  • S03E13 The Fight

    • May 12, 2011
    • NBC

    When Leslie tries to get Ann a job at city hall, her lukewarm reaction causes their first-ever fight. Tom invites the entire department to the Snakehole Lounge to help him promote his new alcohol, "Snake Juice."

  • S03E14 Road Trip

    • May 12, 2011
    • NBC

    When Chris sends Leslie and Ben on a trip to Indianapolis, Leslie is afraid she won't be able to deny her feelings for him. Ron teaches a young student about his views on government. Meanwhile, Andy gets his feelings hurt by April after playing Tom's new game.

  • S03E15 The Bubble

    • May 19, 2011
    • NBC

    Everyone in the office is unhappy when Chris decides to make some big changes in the parks department -- especially Tom who starts to question his career choices. Leslie is caught off guard when Ben has a meeting with her mom.

  • S03E16 Li'l Sebastian

    • May 19, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie and the parks team put together a memorial service for a dearly departed friend. Meanwhile, Tom makes a big life decision, while Chris reacts badly to a health problem.

Season 4

  • S04E01 I'm Leslie Knope

    • September 22, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie is torn between Ben and her dreams of running for public office, while Ron braces himself for the arrival of his first wife, the original Tammy.

  • S04E02 Ron and Tammys

    • September 29, 2011
    • NBC

    Ron's first ex-wife, Tammy One, reenters his life and tries to control his every move. Meanwhile, Ben helps Tom balance the books at his new company, and Ann makes a PSA, with help from Chris.

  • S04E03 Born and Raised

    • October 6, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie's book about Pawnee comes out just in time for her campaign. Ann tries to bond with Ron and April.

  • S04E04 Pawnee Rangers

    • October 13, 2011
    • NBC

    Ron takes his boys-only troop of Pawnee Rangers into the wild. Not wanting the girls to feel left out, Leslie also takes her troop of Pawnee Goddesses on an adventure weekend. Meanwhile, a reluctant Ben joins Tom and Donna for a day of relaxation, and Chris spends some time with Jerry.

  • S04E05 Meet 'n' Greet

    • October 27, 2011
    • NBC

    Andy and April host a Halloween bash at their house. Tom emcees an event for Leslie's campaign. Andy and April receive an unusual wedding present from Ron and Ann.

  • S04E06 End of the World

    • November 3, 2011
    • NBC

    A local Pawnee group predicts the end of days, causing chaos in the Parks department.

  • SPECIAL 0x1 April & Andy's Road Trip: Spider

    • November 4, 2011
    • NBC

    See April's intense—and hilarious—bout of arachnophobia.

  • SPECIAL 0x2 April & Andy's Road Trip: Four Corners

    • November 4, 2011
    • NBC

    Watch Andy show April the magical point where four states connect.

  • SPECIAL 0x3 April & Andy's Road Trip: Calling Leslie

    • November 4, 2011
    • NBC

    Hear Leslie's hilarious travel tips for April and Andy.

  • SPECIAL 0x4 April & Andy's Road Trip: Building a Home

    • November 4, 2011
    • NBC

    Watch lovebirds April and Andy discuss the pros and cons of building a house right next to the Grand Canyon.

  • SPECIAL 0x5 Behind the Road Trip

    • November 4, 2011
    • NBC

    Watch Chris Pratt give you the inside scoop on the NBC.com exclusive web series, "Road Trip."

  • S04E07 The Treaty

    • November 10, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie enlists the help of Ben, Andy and April to host a Model U.N. for Pawnee Central High School. Chris asks Ann for her advice on love when a date cancels on him. Meanwhile, Ron struggles to find a replacement for Tom.

  • S04E08 Smallest Park

    • November 17, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie uses her new tourist attraction as a way to spend more time with Ben. Meanwhile, Ron and April encourage Andy to go to college, and Chris tasks Tom and Jerry with revamping the Parks and Rec logo.

  • S04E09 The Trial of Leslie Knope

    • December 1, 2011
    • NBC

    Leslie has to face an ethics committee about her secret relationship with Ben after they come clean to Chris.

  • S04E10 Citizen Knope

    • December 8, 2011
    • NBC

    Unable to get work done from inside the Parks Department, Leslie forms a citizen action group and fights from the outside. Meanwhile, everyone in the office brainstorms ideas for what to get Leslie for Christmas.

  • S04E11 The Comeback Kid

    • January 12, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie enlists everyone's help in staging an attention-getting event. Ben takes up a new hobby, while April and Andy adopt a pet.

  • S04E12 Campaign Ad

    • January 19, 2012
    • NBC

    Faced with a tough new opponent, Leslie and Ben disagree on the content of her first campaign ad. Ron is very uncomfortable when Chris tries to befriend him, while Andy and April make a trip to the doctor.

  • S04E13 Bowling for Votes

    • January 26, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben host a bowling night after receiving feedback about Leslie's campaign. April, Chris, and Jerry hold a competition to see who can raise the most funds.

  • S04E14 Operation Ann

    • February 2, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie works to find Ann a Valentine's date. Ron helps Ben with a scavenger hunt, and Chris becomes depressed over his love life.

  • S04E15 Dave Returns

    • February 16, 2012
    • NBC

    While trying to get an endorsement from the Chief of Police, Leslie and Ben awkwardly run into Leslie's old flame, Dave. Meanwhile, Andy and the rest of the office work on a theme song for Leslie's campaign.

  • S04E16 Sweet Sixteen

    • February 23, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie realizes that the department has forgotten Jerry's birthday and decides to throw a party for him at a special location. Meanwhile, Tom is flabbergasted when he finds out Ann doesn't share his taste in music.

  • S04E17 Campaign Shake-Up

    • March 1, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben are caught off guard when her opponent Bobby Newport hires a powerful campaign manager from Washington. Chris forces Ron to start interviewing replacements for Leslie when work starts falling through the cracks, and an unlikely officemate solves a challenging problem.

  • S04E18 Lucky

    • March 8, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben are thrilled when Buddy Wood wants to interview Leslie for his Indianapolis talkshow. April and Ron prep Andy for his final exam in his Women’s Studies course.

  • S04E19 Live Ammo

    • April 19, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie discovers that the Parks Department budget is about to be cut, and she later meets the City Council member she is running to replace. Chris and Ron visit a meditation center.

  • S04E20 The Debate

    • April 26, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie goes toe-to-toe with Bobby Newport in a debate. Ann, Tom, and Chris work in the media spin room, while Ron goes the extra mile to save a party for Leslie's donors.

  • S04E21 Bus Tour

    • May 3, 2012
    • NBC

    An important person in Pawnee dies while Leslie is on a bus tour for the final day of her campaign. Meanwhile Andy investigates a security threat, and Chris finds a cure for his depression.

  • S04E22 Win, Lose, or Draw

    • May 10, 2012
    • NBC

    It's election day in Pawnee, and Leslie and Bobby Newport are separated by a razor-thin margin. While everyone waits with Leslie for the race to be called, they ponder their futures, and their new opportunities.

Season 5

  • S05E01 Ms. Knope Goes to Washington

    • September 20, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie and Andy visit Ben and April at their new jobs in Washington D.C.. Ron throws a thank you barbeque for the entire Parks and Recreation staff.

  • S05E02 Soda Tax

    • September 27, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie wages war on obesity in Pawnee by passing a city-wide soda tax. Andy tries to get in shape for his police entrance exam. Ben struggles to connect with the interns in his office.

  • S05E03 How a Bill Becomes a Law

    • October 4, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie helps a swim team get more practice time. Ron finds himself filling a pothole. April and Ben take a road trip to Pawnee.

  • S05E04 Sex Education

    • October 18, 2012
    • NBC

    An STD outbreak amongst Pawnee seniors prompts Leslie to conduct a sex education class. Ron helps Tom adjust to life without technology. Ben and April meet Congressman Murray for the first time.

  • S05E05 Halloween Surprise

    • October 25, 2012
    • NBC

    A job offer for Ben causes Leslie to contemplate their future. Ron and Andy take Diane's girls out trick-or-treating. Tom searches for a new business idea.

  • S05E06 Ben's Parents

    • November 8, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie is nervous about meeting Ben's divorced parents. Tom prepares to pitch his new business to Ron with Jean-Ralphio's help. Chris rides an emotional rollercoaster.

  • S05E07 Leslie vs. April

    • November 15, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie gets upset when April tries to get Lot 48 made into a dog park. Tom enlists Ben’s help as he tries to launch his new business venture. Andy hones his crime-scene investigation skills.

  • S05E08 Pawnee Commons

    • November 29, 2012
    • NBC

    Leslie is suspicious about a new park design from an Eagleton architect. Tom asks the office for help with his new business. Andy tries to make his job as a security guard exciting.

  • S05E09 Ron and Diane

    • December 6, 2012
    • NBC

    Ron's nomination for a woodworking award is threatened by the arrival of Tammy II. Jerry hosts a holiday party and some of his friends are shocked to find they were not invited.

  • S05E10 Two Parties

    • January 17, 2013
    • NBC

    Ben and Leslie's rival bachelor and bachelorette parties each take on a very different tune.

  • S05E11 Women in Garbage

    • January 24, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie and April work as trash collectors to prove a point about gender in city government. Ron has his hands full while he babysits Diane's kids.

  • S05E12 Ann's Decision

    • February 7, 2013
    • NBC

    Ann tries to get to know herself as Leslie meddles in one of her biggest life decisions. Things go south when Ben enlists the guys to help choose a caterer for the wedding.

  • S05E13 Emergency Response

    • February 14, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben organize a black tie gala to raise money for their park. Andy prepares to take his Police Academy Exam. Ron fills in for Leslie on Pawnee Today.

  • S05E14 Leslie and Ben

    • February 21, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben are getting married, and have to cram months of planning into two hours. Ron's temper gets him in trouble.

  • S05E15 Correspondents' Lunch

    • February 21, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie's speech she prepared for a special event is stolen. Ben begins his new job at the Sweetums Charity Foundation. Ann summons the courage to ask an important question.

  • S05E16 Bailout

    • March 14, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie is determined to help a local video store stay in business. Chris offers Tom advice on how to deal with a difficult employee. Ann resorts to blackmail to get April to be her friend.

  • S05E17 Partridge

    • April 4, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie accompanies Ben on a trip to his hometown which has offered him a key to the city. Ron deals with a lawsuit filed against him by Councilman Jamm. Ann and Chris take a parenting compatibility quiz.

  • S05E18 Animal Control

    • April 11, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie decides to give the Animal Control Department a much-needed makeover. Ann tries to get Ron the medical attention he needs. Ben, Tom, and Andy recruit donors for their charity foundation.

  • S05E19 Article Two

    • April 18, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie works to get rid of outdated laws from the original town charter. April and Ron receive management training from Chris. Ben finds himself in a bidding war against Ann to win a present for Leslie.

  • S05E20 Jerry's Retirement

    • April 18, 2013
    • NBC

    When Leslie finds out Jerry is retiring, she struggles with the proper way to commemorate the occasion. Chris and Ann prepare to have a baby together. Tom worries he will become the office punching bag once Jerry leaves.

  • S05E21 Swing Vote

    • April 25, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie deems Ron's budget-cut proposals unacceptable. Andy and Ben celebrate a big donation made to their charity. Ann tries to solve Tom's girlfriend troubles.

  • S05E22 Are You Better Off?

    • May 2, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie celebrates her first year as a city councilwoman. Retired Special Agent Burt Macklin is recalled to action. April gets some life-changing news. Tom debates a big business opportunity.

Season 6

  • S06E01 London (1)

    • September 26, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie wins an award from an international Women in Government organization, and travels to London with Ben, Andy, April, and Ron to accept it. Tom hunts down the mysterious businessman who is trying to put Rent-a-Swag out of business, while Ann and Chris settle into the next phase of their relationship.

  • S06E01 London (2)

    • September 26, 2013
    • NBC
  • S06E02 The Pawnee-Eagleton Tip-Off Classic

    • October 3, 2013
    • NBC

    Ben, Leslie and Chris meet with Eagleton city councilor Ingrid de Forest to discuss financial matters. Ann brings April to vet school orientation. Ron tries to get off the grid.

  • S06E03 Doppelgängers

    • October 10, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie pairs up the Pawnee Parks employees with their Eagleton counterparts. Meanwhile Ben and Chris reunite for an accounting project, and Ann reveals her plans for the future.

  • S06E04 Gin It Up!

    • October 17, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie tries to calm a minor scandal that gets blown out of proportion. Tom tries to impress a new love interest, while Ben convinces Ron to prepare a will.

  • S06E05 Filibuster

    • November 14, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie throws Ben a birthday bash but is forced to leave early for an emergency late-night filibuster. Tom tries to make some memories with his new girlfriend, Ron and Donna go hunting. April reconnects with Andy.

  • S06E06 Recall Vote

    • November 14, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie prepares a haunted house on the day of the recall vote. Tom fears the end of Rent-A-Swag and persuades Ron to help save his business.

  • S06E07 Fluoride

    • November 21, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie tries to complete some of her biggest city council goals, like hosting an NFL Play 60 event with the Indianapolis Colts, and trying to add fluoride to Pawnee’s drinking water. Meanwhile, Chris and Ron attempt to bond while building cribs for their future children.

  • S06E08 The Cones of Dunshire

    • November 21, 2013
    • NBC

    Leslie goes toe-to-toe with Councilman Jamm in a marathon negotiating session. Ben is in between jobs and takes up an interesting hobby to pass the time. Meanwhile, Ron employs Tom, April and Donna to help sell his cabin in the woods.

  • S06E09 Second Chunce

    • January 9, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie comes to terms with her last day in office and plans for the future with Ben. Chris and Ann find out the sex of their child, Andy comes home from London, and Tom looks to the future.

  • S06E10 New Beginnings

    • January 16, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben both face new challenges on the first day of new jobs. Donna, April and Andy play a prank on Ben, while Tom prepares for a big presentation. Meanwhile Ann and Chris contemplate taking a big leap together.

  • S06E11 Farmers Market

    • January 23, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie fights with Ben over questionable sales techniques at the local farmers market. Ann searches for a way to vent about the annoying aspects of pregnancy, while April supports Andy in a new creative venture.

  • S06E12 Ann and Chris

    • January 30, 2014
    • NBC

    On Ann and Chris's last night in Pawnee, Leslie throws a grand farewell party and attempts to fulfill one last promise. Meanwhile, Tom, Ben, Ron and Andy struggle to find the perfect going away gift for Chris.

  • S06E13 Anniversaries

    • February 27, 2014
    • NBC

    Ben attempts to surprise Leslie with a special anniversary gift. Tom and Andy try to help Leslie bring positive light to the Pawnee-Eagleton merger, while April asserts her new authority as Donna’s boss.

  • S06E14 The Wall

    • March 6, 2014
    • NBC

    After Leslie tries to take down the wall separating Pawnee and Eagleton, her life takes several unexpected turns. Tom and Ben meet with potential corporate sponsors for the concert, while Ron brings a surprise to the office and finds a new office hobby.

  • S06E15 New Slogan

    • March 13, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie aims to create a new town slogan, but runs afoul of local shock jocks. Andy scouts bands to play the Unity Concert and discovers an interesting secret about Ron, while Tom looks for a restaurant locale with Donna and April.

  • S06E16 Galentine's Day 2

    • March 20, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie throws a hasty Galentine’s Day in an attempt to find a replacement for Ann. Tom and Ben look to finalize a deal on tents for the Unity Concert, while Ron finds himself looking after Andy.

  • S06E17 Prom

    • April 3, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie helps organize the high school's Senior Prom, and battles with Ron over the future employment of a bright high school senior. Andy takes an unwilling April as his date, and Tom is tasked with DJ'ing and agrees to let Ben help.

  • S06E18 Flu Season 2

    • April 10, 2014
    • NBC

    In the midst of flu season, a sick Leslie and Andy struggle to book performers for the Unity Concert. Meanwhile, Tom heads to a wine competition in search of a sommelier for his new restaurant, and Ben seeks drunken help from Ron with a personal problem.

  • S06E19 One in 8,000

    • April 17, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben run a charity auction to raise funds for the unity concert. April steps in to manage Andy's schedule, while Donna asks Ron for help with her ex-boyfriend.

  • S06E20 Moving Up (2)

    • April 24, 2014
    • NBC
  • S06E20 Moving Up (1)

    • April 24, 2014
    • NBC

    Leslie, Ben, and Andy head to San Francisco for a National Parks Conference. Tom opens his restaurant, Ron has another run-in with his ex-wife Tammy 2, Andy lives a rock and roll fantasy, and Leslie makes a huge decision about her future.

Season 7

  • S07E01 2017

    • January 13, 2015
    • NBC

    Leslie launches a competition with tech company Gryzzl for a large parcel of land, which she wants to turn into a National Park. April and Andy try to regain their spontaneity. Ben is recognized at a Bicentennial gala, where Tom delivers a speech in his honor.

  • S07E02 Ron and Jammy

    • January 13, 2015
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ron briefly put aside their feud to help old foe Jeremy Jamm escape the clutches of the diabolical Tammy 2. Ben vows to help April discover her true passion in life, while Andy and Tom travel to Chicago.

  • S07E03 William Henry Harrison

    • January 20, 2015
    • NBC

    Leslie's team tries to strengthen her case that the Newport land should be turned into a National Park. Ron's team, fighting back, brings on a celebrity as a minority owner.

  • S07E04 Leslie and Ron

    • January 20, 2015
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ron attempt to work out their differences.

  • S07E05 Gryzzlbox

    • January 27, 2015
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben suspect that Gryzzl is invading the privacy of Pawnee residents. April addresses the new Parks and Rec interns, while Tom helps Andy renegotiate a contract.

  • S07E06 Save JJ's

    • January 27, 2015
    • NBC

    Leslie holds a rally in an attempt to keep JJ's Diner from closing. Tom surprises Donna with the ultimate pre-wedding gift.

  • S07E07 Donna and Joe

    • February 3, 2015
    • NBC

    Donna and Joe tie the knot, while April attempts to keep the wedding running smoothly. Ron creates an awkward situation between Tom and Lucy. Jen Barkley arrives at Ben and Leslie’s house with an interesting opportunity.

  • S07E08 Ms. Ludgate-Dwyer Goes to Washington

    • February 10, 2015
    • NBC

    While Leslie and April take a business trip to Washington, April wrestles with her future. Andy tries to find April the perfect job.

  • S07E09 Pie-Mary

    • February 10, 2015
    • NBC

    Leslie and Ben come under fire for participating in an old Pawnee tradition. April and Ron go on a scavenger hunt. Donna and Garry stroll down memory lane.

  • S07E10 The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion Show

    • February 17, 2015
    • NBC

    On the last episode of Andy’s TV show, his friends wish him luck with whatever comes next.

  • S07E11 Two Funerals

    • February 17, 2015
    • NBC

    Ben and April conduct a series of interviews, while Andy and Donna help Ron adjust to a life change.

  • S07E12 One Last Ride (1)

    • February 24, 2015
    • NBC

    The Parks gang completes one last task together, before saying goodbye to Pawnee.

  • S07E12 One Last Ride (2)

    • February 24, 2015
    • NBC
  • SPECIAL 0x13 The Paley Center Salutes Parks and Recreation

    • March 22, 2019

    Amy Poehler, Nick Offerman, Chris Pratt, Aziz Ansari, Retta, Aubrey Plaza, Adam Scott, Rob Lowe, Jim O'Heir and Rashida Jones celebrate the beloved show with clips, interviews and behind-the-scenes stories.

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