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SEASON 3 · 2011

Parks and Recreation: Season 3

16EPISODES
2011YEAR
7SEASONS

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Parks and Recreation season 3 streaming guide

Parks and Recreation season 3 (2011) has 16 episodes. In the US, it’s available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Peacock Premium, and Google Play Movies. The season premiered on January 20, 2011. The last episode aired on May 19, 2011.

Season 3 Episodes

1
Go Big or Go Home
Season 3, Episode 1· January 20, 2011· 22 min

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.

2
Flu Season
Season 3, Episode 2· January 27, 2011· 22 min

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.

3
Time Capsule
Season 3, Episode 3· February 3, 2011· 22 min

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.

4
Ron & Tammy: Part Two
Season 3, Episode 4· February 10, 2011· 22 min

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.

5
Media Blitz
Season 3, Episode 5· February 17, 2011· 22 min

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.

6
Indianapolis
Season 3, Episode 6· February 24, 2011· 22 min

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.

7
Harvest Festival
Season 3, Episode 7· March 17, 2011· 27 min

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

8
Camping
Season 3, Episode 8· March 24, 2011· 22 min

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.

9
Andy and April's Fancy Party
Season 3, Episode 9· April 14, 2011· 22 min

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

10
Soulmates
Season 3, Episode 10· April 21, 2011· 22 min

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.

11
Jerry's Painting
Season 3, Episode 11· April 28, 2011· 27 min

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.

12
Eagleton
Season 3, Episode 12· May 5, 2011· 22 min

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.

13
The Fight
Season 3, Episode 13· May 12, 2011· 26 min

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."

14
Road Trip
Season 3, Episode 14· May 12, 2011· 22 min

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.

15
The Bubble
Season 3, Episode 15· May 19, 2011· 22 min

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.

16
Li'l Sebastian
Season 3, Episode 16· May 19, 2011· 23 min

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.

In the US, Parks and Recreation season 3 is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Peacock Premium. This episode list is updated as new episodes air.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Parks and Recreation season 3?

Parks and Recreation season 3 is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Peacock Premium, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The episode list and Watch links are on this page.

How many episodes does Parks and Recreation season 3 have?

Parks and Recreation season 3 has 16 episodes; the first episode aired on January 20, 2011.

Where can I watch Parks and Recreation season 3 episode 1?

Parks and Recreation season 3 episode 1 (“Go Big or Go Home”) is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Peacock Premium, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home, along with the rest of the season.

When did Parks and Recreation season 3 come out?

Parks and Recreation season 3 premiered on January 20, 2011.

What audio and subtitle options does Parks and Recreation season 3 have?

Audio and subtitle options for Parks and Recreation season 3 depend on the platform; US streaming services usually offer English closed captions (CC).

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