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Parks and Recreation
Season 4

Parks and Recreation

22 episodes

I'm Leslie Knope
E01
Episode 12011-09-2222m

I'm Leslie Knope

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.

Ron and Tammys
E02
Episode 22011-09-2922m

Ron and Tammys

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.

Born and Raised
E03
Episode 32011-10-0622m

Born and Raised

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

Pawnee Rangers
E04
Episode 42011-10-1322m

Pawnee Rangers

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.

Meet 'n' Greet
E05
Episode 52011-10-2722m

Meet 'n' Greet

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.

End of the World
E06
Episode 62011-11-0322m

End of the World

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

The Treaty
E07
Episode 72011-11-1022m

The Treaty

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.

Smallest Park
E08
Episode 82011-11-1722m

Smallest Park

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.

The Trial of Leslie Knope
E09
Episode 92011-12-0122m

The Trial of Leslie Knope

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

Citizen Knope
E10
Episode 102011-12-0822m

Citizen Knope

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.

The Comeback Kid
E11
Episode 112012-01-1222m

The Comeback Kid

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

Campaign Ad
E12
Episode 122012-01-1922m

Campaign Ad

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.

Bowling for Votes
E13
Episode 132012-01-2622m

Bowling for Votes

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.

Operation Ann
E14
Episode 142012-02-0222m

Operation Ann

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

Dave Returns
E15
Episode 152012-02-1622m

Dave Returns

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.

Sweet Sixteen
E16
Episode 162012-02-2322m

Sweet Sixteen

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.

Campaign Shake-Up
E17
Episode 172012-03-0122m

Campaign Shake-Up

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.

Lucky
E18
Episode 182012-03-0822m

Lucky

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.

Live Ammo
E19
Episode 192012-04-1922m

Live Ammo

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.

The Debate
E20
Episode 202012-04-2626m

The Debate

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.

Bus Tour
E21
Episode 212012-05-0325m

Bus Tour

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.

Win, Lose, or Draw
E22
Episode 222012-05-1027m

Win, Lose, or Draw

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.