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Spring Events

Aquatic Easter Egg Hunt

Come dive for Easter eggs and receive a goody bag as the Easter Bunny comes to visit! All participants receive a goody bag after the event. Grand Prize baskets go to the top winners in each category! Ages 3 and up are welcome!

Paws in the Park Easter Egg Hunt

Come sniff out some treats and get your furry friend’s picture taken with the Easter bunny! Please check Facebook and/or our event calendar for additional information.

     

Summer Events

Elkhorn Float Fest

When: August 5, 2023

Rain date: August 12, 2023

Break out your festive tubes and sunscreen for a relaxing float along Kentucky’s loveliest and longest creeks. This family-friendly event includes music, food, prizes and an opportunity to learn about your local waterways. Registration is typically in July and the event is typically in August. Pre-registrants receive a discounted float rate. This event is at Peninsula Park – Near 101 Payne Ave, Georgetown, KY.

Follow our events page and on Facebook for the dates and times of the event.

Movies in the Park

Movies in the parks is a community event that offers the residents and visitors of Scott County and the surrounding counties the opportunity to gather together, experience the park, and enjoy arts and culture in an outdoor environment. Activities will begin at 8:00pm and the screening will begin around dark each night.

Movies in the Park Sponsorships

Fall Events

Tricks & Treats

Tricks & Treats is a special event offered in October. There are games, food, dancing, prizes, and costume contest.

Movies in the Park

Movies in the parks is a community event that offers the residents and visitors of Scott County and the surrounding counties the opportunity to gather together, experience the park, and enjoy arts and culture in an outdoor environment. Activities will begin at 8:00pm and the screening will begin around dark each night.

Paws in the Pool

Paws in the Pool is a pool party for your pooch! There are two separate swimming times for dogs below 40 lbs. and dogs above 40 lbs. Small dogs are allowed at the large dog event at the owner’s discretion. Paws in the Pool is held in September on the Sunday of Festival of the Horse, after the Blessing of the Animals. Additional rules apply during this event and a registration form has to be completed prior to the event. Be sure to take a look at our events calendar and Facebook for up-to-date information on all our events and programs.

Rules and Regulations:

  • Proof of current vaccinations certificate required at registration.
  • Each dog must be accompanied by a responsible adult handler aged 18 years or older.
  • Limit two (2) dog at a time per handler.
  • Handlers will be allowed in the pool only to help their dog in and out.
  • NO human swimming!
  • No dogs in heat.
  • No dogs under 6 months old.
  • No aggressive dogs.  You are responsible for your dog’s behavior while on parks and recreation property, including interaction with other dogs. Please attend to your dog at all times.
  • GSC Parks and Recreation staff will ask overly aggressive dogs and their owners to leave the premises. No refunds will be offered.
  • Clean up after your dogs!  Take them out of the pool area to do their business (in the grassy area, not on the concrete).  Please come prepared with your own bags.
  • No prong, choke or chain collars.  Dogs must wear flat buckle/snap collars when the dog is off leash.  Full body harnesses are acceptable. Dogs must be on-leash when out of the water.
  • Children must be under parental control at all times and may not get into the pool with the dog.
  • Please ask your children to NOT approach any dog without first asking the owner. Your child may like dogs, but the dogs may not like children!
  • Water only will be permitted in the pool area.  No glass is permitted in the facility.

Additional Information:

  • Dog life vests are permitted.
  • Lifeguards will be on duty for humans only and will not assists dogs.
  • Anyone entering the pool area will be required to sign a release of liability form.
  • The water slide, play structure and lazy river will NOT be open during the swim.

Haunted Swamp

The Haunted Swamp is a fun Halloween-themed event for families and children. Prepare for a spooky boat ride through our haunted swamp and play games for prizes and candy while you wait. Designed for elementary aged youth. This special event is typically held in late October. Please see our Events Page for up to date programs and special events and follow us on Facebook.

Thrilled to Give

Thrilled to Give is a community event held downtown each year. It’s purpose is to raise donations for the AMEN House through canned goods donations. Leading up to Thrilled to Give is Thriller Zombie School which teaches participants in the Thrilled to Give parade the dance steps to the “Thriller” song. This special event is typically held in late October. Please see our Events Page for up to date programs and special events and follow us on Facebook.

Winter Events

Breakfast with Santa

Breakfast with Santa is a special event to give children an opportunity to have breakfast with Santa. For more details contact the Pavilion at 502-863-7865. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and visit our Calendar of Events often to event dates and times.

Swim the ...

You got this! Work towards a big goal by swimming the length of a body of water. Past events were “Swim the English Channel” and “Swim the Elkhorn Creek”. Swimmers will have a particular time period to accomplish the goal. Register at the front desk or over the phone. This event is free with admission to the Pavilion. Once you are registered, your game piece will appear near the tracking chart. As you complete laps, move your piece across the chart to show your progress. Complete the challenge for prizes and swag! This event uses the honor system. Swim the …. is typically scheduled after the new year. Make sure to follow us on Facebook and check out our News & Events pages for when this and other programs are open for registration.

Find the class or a specific program category you are looking for.

Call (502) 863-7865 to speak with our director or submit the form for information about our parks and recreation services.