CLARKSVILLE, Tenn (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Clarksville Parks & Recreation is offering a variety of fun and festive events throughout the holiday season. Family-friendly events will be held at several Parks & Recreation facilities all November and December:

 

Veterans Appreciation Day (Monday, Nov 11, 9 a.m.-noon & 3:30-8 p.m): As a way to honor those who have served in our nation’s military, patrons who present a valid US Military ID will receive free admission to New Providence Pool.

Community Thanksgiving Feast (Thursday, Nov 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m): Enjoy a free, warm and hearty meal served by New Hope Missionary Baptist Church at Burt-Cobb Recreation Center.

Community Holiday Bazaar (Saturday, Nov 16, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m): Shop the indoor bazaar from local vendors selling new or slightly used items at Burt-Cobb Recreation Center. Admission is free.

Christmas on the Cumberland (Nov 26- Jan 1, Sunday-Thursday, 5-10 p.m; Friday & Saturday 5-11 p.m): Experience the captivating display of more than 2 million lights at McGregor Park. Don’t miss the grand opening Nov.  26 and enjoy free family-friendly activities from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 14 & 21. Admission is free.

Elf Splash (Saturday, Dec 7, 10 a.m.-noon): Join Santa in ornament making, underwater tree decorating and more at New Providence Pool. The fee is $5 per person. Register online at ClarksvilleParksRec.com.

Clarksville Christmas Parade  (Saturday, Dec 7, beginning 5 p.m): Join the City of Clarksville in celebrating 60 years at Clarksville’s night-time lighted parade in downtown Clarksville. Admission is free.

19th Century Christmas (Saturday, Dec 14, 3 or 5 p.m): Step back in time at Fort Defiance Civil War Park & Interpretive Center to create period decorations, visit with a 19th century Santa and decorate the tree. Enjoy eggnog, cakes, and caroling. The fee is $3 per person. Pre-registration required. Register online at ClarksvilleParksRec.com by Dec. 13.

NEW! Youth Dive-in Movie (Saturday, Dec 14, beginning 6 p.m): Youth, ages 10-17, are invited to enjoy an evening of swimming, pizza, drinks and games while watching “Dr. Strange” rated PG-13 on the big screen at New Providence Pool. The fee is $6 per person. Pre-registration required. Register online at ClarksvilleParksRec.com by Dec. 11.

NEW! Christmas Light Run (Saturday, Dec 14, 4-6 p.m): Experience the dazzling lights of Christmas on the Cumberland by participating in either the one-mile event ($10) or the 5K ($20) at McGregor Park. Register online at ClarksvilleParksRec.com by Dec. 11. All proceeds will be used to purchase new light displays!

NEW! A “Not So Silent Night” (Thursday, Dec 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m): Youth, ages 6-12, are invited to celebrate the holidays with a fun evening of games and activities at Burt-Cobb Recreation Center. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Mr. and Mr. Claus will be making a special visit. Admission is free.

New Year’s Eve Splash (8:30 p.m. Dec. 31 to 12:30 a.m. Jan. 1): Ring in the new year with friends and family. Enjoy swimming, a DJ, water play equipment and refreshments followed by a beach ball drop at midnight. The fee is $5 per person. Register online at ClarksvilleParksRec.com.

 

For information, visit www.ClarksvilleParksRec.com or “like” the Facebook page at www.clarksvilleparksandrecreation.com.