City of Kyle Celebrates Park & Recreation Month

The Kyle City Council read a proclamation recognizing the Kyle Parks and Recreation Department during National Parks and Recreation Month in July as well as celebrated Parks employee Art Zamarripa's 25 years of service to the department.

DATE/TIME: All of July 

LOCATION: City of Kyle Parks & Trails 

WEBSITE: www.cityofkyle.com/recreation/national-parks-and-recreation-month 

KYLE, TEXAS – This July, join the City of Kyle for Park and Recreation Month, as we celebrate how Kyle is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation.  

Kyle City Council kicked off National Park and Recreation Month with a proclamation made during their regular meeting on Tuesday, July 6.  

“July is the perfect time to highlight all the memories and experiences that park and recreation professionals help make happen every day all over the country, but also right here in Kyle,” Mayor Travis Mitchell said. “Our local parks and programs are often our first experiences in nature or introduction to a favorite hobby or activity that lasts a lifetime. They are places to gather with friends and family, and spaces to celebrate life’s special moments, spots of respite and so much more.”  

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department has planned a variety of activities for residents of all ages and abilities throughout the month as well as the roll out of a new parks webpage in July to showcase the city park amenities, features and more at CityofKyle.com/Parks.   

Kyle Esports Summer Showdown  

Celebrate National Parks & Recreation Month with a free Esports program. The regular season started on July 5 and Playoffs will start on July 26. Create a team and compete for prizes. The Kyle Esports Summer Showdown is free, but participants must register at teamsideline.com/kyle by July 9.  

Movies at the Lake  

Grab a blanket and a friend and head to Lake Kyle for another great season of the latest blockbuster hits shown on the big screen. Movies at the Lake are free and fun for all ages. All movies are rated G or PG, except when noted. And don’t miss the special Dive in Movie at James Adkins Pool at Gregg-Clarke Park, on July 23. For more information, visit the Movies at the Lake webpage.    

Kyle Market Days  

Come out to Gregg-Clarke Park every second Saturday from May through August from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. to shop local vendors, partake in arts and crafts, purchase farm to market items and enjoy live music. There's something for everyone to enjoy! For more information or to become a vendor, visit the Market Days webpage. Also remember to mark your calendars for the final Market Day of the season on Sunday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the Squeeze Box Market Day, featuring accordion music.   

La Verde Park and Cultural Trail Groundbreaking and Street Fair  

The community is invited to join the City of Kyle for the La Verde Park and Cultural Trail Groundbreaking and Street Fair on Thursday, July 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the intersection of Doherty and Burnham.   

The event will offer community members an opportunity to learn more about the unique features that will be included in La Verde Park and the Cultural Trail as well as provide attendees a preview of how the park will be used as an event lawn and community gathering space. More information is available at CityofKyle.com/LaVerde.  

Family Skate Night at Ash Pavilion  

Music, lights, and concessions will all be a part of the fun. Family Skate Night takes place at Ash Pavilion at Gregg-Clarke Park, 1231 W. Center St. on Friday, July 16 from 6-8:30 p.m. This event is weather dependent. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult 21 and over to attend the event. Skates are not provided, and registration is required. The cost is $5 for youth and $6 for adults. Please call 512-262-3939 or visit the Family Skate Night webpage for more details and to register today.  

Tell Us Your Story: PARD Scavenger Hunt   

A Scavenger Hunt for the entire family will be held from July 18-24. Working together and using a camera phone, participants must capture and collect as many of the items listed at www.cityofkyle.com/recreation/national-parks-and-recreation-month. Send the completed list to parks@cityofkyle.com by midnight on July 24. All entries will be entered in a drawing for a Parks and Recreation gift bag.    

Tell Us Your Story: Parks and trails Photography Contest  

The Virtual Parks & Trails Photography Contest runs from July 25-31. Residents that photograph Kyle parks trails can submit photos with a small story explaining the photo to parks@cityofkyle.com by midnight Saturday, July 31 for a chance to be to be featured on Kyle Parks and Recreation’s social media pages and in the 2022 Programs Activities Guide.   

Park and Recreation Month is an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). Learn more about the Park and Recreation Month activities planned for the City of Kyle at www.cityofkyle.com/recreation/national-parks-and-recreation-month.