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

2025 Learn to Swim Registration

May 28, 2025

Registration for the Learn to Swim Program will be held May 28, 29 & 30 at 9 am-11 am & 4 pm-6 pm at Russell Sims Aquatic Center. Participants must be dressed to get in the pool at the time of registration for a skills assessment test.

2025 Summer Youth Basketball League Registration-Extended

May 20, 2025

Bowling Green Parks and Recreation has extended registration for 2025 Summer Youth Basketball League @ PBCC . Registration for this brand new program for 3rd-6th grade boys and girls is online.

2025 Summer Youth Lacrosse Registration

May 10, 2025

Bowling Green Parks & Recreation is accepting registration for Summer Youth Lacrosse until June 2. Registration is online. Elementary-High School Divisions are offered. If you need more information contact 270-393-3624.