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 Summer Youth Lacrosse Developmental League
Apr 30, 2026
Bowling Green Parks & Recreation is accepting registration for Summer Youth Lacrosse Developmental League. Registration is online until June 30. An Elementary and Junior High Division is offered. If you need more information contact 270-393-3624.
2026 Summer Youth Basketball League Registration
Apr 1, 2026
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation will begin accepting registration online for 2026 Summer Youth Basketball League. The league is open for 3rd-6th grade boys and girls to play. Don't miss your chance to be part of the fun!
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.
Open Registrations
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2026 Lifeguard Certification & Recertification Course Registration
Open until May 13, 2026 -
2026 Camp Happy Days Youth Camp Registration
Open until May 29, 2026 -
2026 Summer Youth Basketball League Registration
Open until May 29, 2026 -
2026 Community Gardens @ Kereiakes Park & Pedigo Park Purchase
Open until May 31, 2026 -
2026 Adult & Youth Tennis Camp Registration-May, June
Open until Jun 1, 2026 -
2026 Spring Coach/Volunteer
Open until Jun 1, 2026 -
2026 Youth Lacrosse Developmental League
Open until Jun 30, 2026 -
2026 New Adventure Adult Camp
Open until Jul 1, 2026 -
2026 Russell Sims Aquatic Center Birthday Party Reservation
Open until Sep 6, 2026 -
2026 Russel Sims Aquatic Center Group Rentals Request
Open until Sep 6, 2026
Upcoming Events
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2026 Spring Tennis Camp Registration-May, June
May 2, 2026 -
2026 Board of Park Commissioners Meeting
May 11, 2026 -
2026 Spring Tennis Camp Registration-June
May 12, 2026 -
2027 Board of Park Commissioners Meeting
Aug 10, 2026 -
2026 Tree Advisory Board Meeting
Aug 24, 2026 -
2027 Tree Advisory Board Meeting
Jan 25, 2027
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