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 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.
2026 Spring Tennis Camp Registration
Feb 2, 2026
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is accepting registration for 2026 Spring Tennis Camp online. Session dates are available for Youth (5-17) and Adult (18+) April-June. For more information contact 270-393-3624.
2026 Spring Ultimate Frisbee Registration
Feb 2, 2026
Registration for 2026 Spring Ultimate Frisbee is now open online until March 26. Anyone ages 16 and older can play. Play is 5v5 and no coed play. If you need more information, please contact 270-393-3574.
Upcoming Events
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2026 Spring Youth Tee Ball, Coach Pitch and Machine Pitch Registration
Feb 21, 2026 -
2026 Ultimate Frisbee Registration
Feb 21, 2026 -
2026 Spring Tennis Camp Registration-April, May, June
Feb 21, 2026 -
2026 Spring Youth Lacrosse Registration
Feb 21, 2026 -
2026 3 on 3 Adult Basketball Registration
Feb 21, 2026 -
2026 Spring Adult Softball League Registration
Feb 21, 2026 -
2026 Tree Advisory Board Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 -
2026 Board of Park Commissioners Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 -
2026 F.O. Moxley Community Center Spring Break Camp Registration
Mar 9, 2026 -
2026 Parker-Bennett Community Center Spring Break Registration
Mar 10, 2026
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