Parks & Recreation
Mission
Our mission is to offer a comprehensive variety of excellent recreational programs and facilities that promote wellness and enhance quality of life in our diverse community and represent our commitment to a safe and sustainable future.
Vision
Our vision is to provide a wide range of park and recreational services that are balanced and inclusive for all residents and visitors. These services will encourage community health through the provision of welcoming parks, facilities, and programs, including athletics, that are clean, safe, and consistent in delivery. Services and facilities will be enhanced through collaboration and investment for a future that connects the community and embraces the City's diversity, both in terms of its residents and its resources.
Customer Service
Address:
225 East Third Avenue
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Phone Number
270-393-3249
Email Address
bgpr@bgky.org
Hours (Admin Office)
7:30am - 5:00pm (Monday - Friday)
News & Announcements
2026 Arbor Day Celebration
Mar 3, 2026
The City of Bowling Green's annual Arbor Day Celebration will be held on Saturday, April 25 at Kereiakes Park, 1220 Fairview Avenue from 9 am-Noon. Attendance and activities are FREE and open to the public. Come join us as we celebrate trees and all their benefits!
2026 Community Garden Sale
Feb 25, 2026
Community Garden plots will be available for rent March 18 at 8:30 am at Bowling Green Parks and Recreation's Administrative Office, 225 East Third Avenue. Garden plots rentals are available at Kereiakes Park and Pedigo Park. All sales are first-come; first-serve. There will not be any presales.
2026 Lifeguard Certification & Recertification Registration
Feb 20, 2026
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is taking registration online for Lifeguard Certification & Recert Courses. Fees will be discounted for waterpark employees that work the entire season. For more information, please contact 270-393-3549.
2026 Lifeguard Academy Registration
Feb 20, 2026
Bowling Green Parks & Recreation is accepting online registration for the 2026 Academy. This is for anyone 15 years or older interested in becoming lifeguard certified. For more information, contact 270-393-3265.
Upcoming Events
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2026 Spring Tennis Camp Registration-April, May, June
Mar 11, 2026 -
2026 F.O. Moxley Community Center Spring Break Camp Registration
Mar 11, 2026 -
2026 Parker-Bennett Community Center Spring Break Registration
Mar 11, 2026 -
2026 3 on 3 Adult Basketball Registration
Mar 11, 2026 -
2026 Spring Adult Softball League Registration
Mar 11, 2026 -
2026 Ultimate Frisbee Registration
Mar 11, 2026 -
2026 Community Garden Sale
Mar 18, 2026 -
2026 Tree Advisory Board Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 -
2026 Board of Park Commissioners Meeting
Apr 13, 2026 -
2026 Summer Fun Camp Registration
Apr 13, 2026
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