Parks & Recreation

Lexington Parks & Recreation oversees over 100 parks in the city, six community centers, five golf courses, six pools, three arts venues, and numerous programs and events. Use this page as your gateway to Parks & Recreation, and learn more about what facilities, programs and events are available to everyone in Lexington!

News

Mayor Linda Gorton with representatives from Mecca Dance, Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Kentucky Theatre standing in front of the theater's marquee
Looking for a Thrill – er? Time for family-friendly Halloween fun

Get ready for spine-chilling fun around town, including Lexington’s 20th Halloween Festival & Thriller Parade.

Ribbon cutting
New section of trail open at Masterson Station Park

The new trail section connects the existing path between the Masterson Station neighborhood and playground with Town Branch Trail.

Mayor Gorton, councilmembers, Parks staff and other partners cut a ribbon at the new playground
New nature-themed playground opens at Southland Park

Mayor Gorton, councilmembers, staff and families cut a ribbon at Southland Park to officially open a new, unique playground inspired by natural wetlands.

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