The Best Episodes of Parks and Recreation

Leslie and Ron attempt to work out their differences.

Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller

Writer: Michael Schur

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

Director: Michael Schur

Writer: Amy Poehler, Michael Schur

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

Director: Craig Zisk

Writer: Michael Schur, Alan Yang

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.

Director: Michael Schur

Writer: Michael Schur

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.

Director: Wendey Stanzler

Writer: Norm Hiscock

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

Director: Michael Trim

Writer: Katie Dippold

Ron, Diane, and Leslie attend a wood working awards dinner after one of Ron's handcrafted chairs is nominated, but the happy occasion is threatened by the arrival of Tammy II. Meanwhile, Jerry hosts a holiday party at his home with his wife, and some of his friends are shocked to find they were not invited.

Director: Daniel J. Goor

Writer: Aisha Muharrar, Megan Amram

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."

Director: Randall Einhorn

Writer: Amy Poehler

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.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Daniel J. Goor

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

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Dave King

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

Director: Morgan Sackett

Writer: Megan Amram

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

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Daniel J. Goor

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.

Director: Amy Poehler

Writer: Amy Poehler

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.

Director: Greg Daniels

Writer: Daniel J. Goor

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.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Norm Hiscock

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.

Director: Randall Einhorn

Writer: Norm Hiscock

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

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Michael Schur

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.

Director: Nicole Holofcener

Writer: Alan Yang

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.

Director: Jason Woliner

Writer: Daniel J. Goor

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.

Director: Tucker Gates

Writer: Emily Kapnek

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

Director: Tucker Gates

Writer: Mike Scully

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.

Director: Michael Trim

Writer: Katie Dippold

Leslie and Ben organize a black tie gala to raise money for their park, but their plans are derailed when a city-wide emergency response drill is called. Meanwhile, Andy prepares to take his Police Academy Exam and Ron fills in for Leslie on Pawnee Today.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Norm Hiscock, Joe Mande

Leslie wins an award from an international Women in Government organization, and travels to London with Ben, Andy, April and Ron to accept it.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Michael Schur

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

Director: Tristram Shapeero

Writer: Harris Wittels