The BEST Episodes of Parks and Recreation
Every episode ever - ranked by fan votes!
Last Updated: Nov 20, 2019
Network: NBC
The series follows Leslie Knope, the deputy head of the Parks and Recreation department in the fictional town of Pawnee, Indiana. Knope takes on a project with a nurse named Ann to turn a construction pit into a park, while trying to mentor a bored college-aged intern. However, Leslie must fight through the bureaucrats, problem neighbors, and developers in order to make her dream a reality, all while with a camera crew recording her every gaff and mishap.
#1 - One Last Ride (2)
Season 7 - Episode 13
The Parks gang completes one last task together, before saying goodbye to Pawnee.
9.08 
#2 - One Last Ride (1)
Season 7 - Episode 12
The Parks gang completes one last task together, before saying goodbye to Pawnee.
8.72 
#3 - Moving Up (2)
Season 6 - Episode 22
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.
8.71 
#4 - Leslie and Ron
Season 7 - Episode 4
Leslie and Ron attempt to work out their differences.
8.58 
#5 - Leslie and Ben
Season 5 - Episode 14
Leslie and Ben are getting married, and have to cram months of planning into two hours. Ron's temper gets him in trouble.
8.50 
#6 - Win, Lose, or Draw
Season 4 - Episode 22
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.
8.44 
#7 - Moving Up (1)
Season 6 - Episode 21
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.
8.44 
#8 - Ron and Diane
Season 5 - Episode 9
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.
8.27 
#9 - The Debate
Season 4 - Episode 20
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.
8.24 
#10 - Li'l Sebastian
Season 3 - Episode 16
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.
8.23 
#11 - Halloween Surprise
Season 5 - Episode 5
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.
8.20 
#12 - Bowling for Votes
Season 4 - Episode 13
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.
8.18 
#13 - Ann and Chris
Season 6 - Episode 13
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.
8.18 
#14 - London (1)
Season 6 - Episode 1
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.
8.17 
#15 - Two Parties
Season 5 - Episode 10
Ben and Leslie's rival bachelor and bachelorette parties each take on a very different tune.
8.17 
#16 - Citizen Knope
Season 4 - Episode 10
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.
8.16 
#17 - Are You Better Off?
Season 5 - Episode 22
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.
8.16 
#18 - London (2)
Season 6 - Episode 2
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.
8.16 
#19 - The Trial of Leslie Knope
Season 4 - Episode 9
Leslie has to face an ethics committee about her secret relationship with Ben after they come clean to Chris.
8.15 
#20 - Harvest Festival
Season 3 - Episode 7
It's make it or break it for the Parks Department at the Harvest Festival which is full of surprises.
8.14 
#21 - Andy and April's Fancy Party
Season 3 - Episode 9
April and Andy host a dinner party for the Parks Department. Meanwhile, Ann tries to move on from Chris at a singles' party.
8.13 
#22 - Anniversaries
Season 6 - Episode 14
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.
8.13 
#23 - Freddy Spaghetti
Season 2 - Episode 24
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.
8.12 
#24 - Jerry's Painting
Season 3 - Episode 11
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.
8.11 
#25 - Operation Ann
Season 4 - Episode 14
Leslie works to find Ann a Valentine's date. Ron helps Ben with a scavenger hunt, and Chris becomes depressed over his love life.
8.11