National Parks and Recreation Month
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.
The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department has planned a variety of activities for residents of all ages and abilities throughout the month.
Independence Day Celebration Fireworks Show & Photo Ops at Mary Kyle Hartson Park
Join the City of Kyle in celebrating the Fourth of July with the Independence Day Celebration Fireworks Show on Monday, July 4. The fireworks show will start at approximately 9:30 p.m. and last about 20 minutes. The city has also arranged a special treat in partnership with radio station KAZI 88.7 FM to stream music as you watch the show.
Fireworks will be launched from Plum Creek Golf Course. However, Plum Creek Golf Course will be closed to the public during the display. For more information, go to CityofKyle.com/July4.
There will also be 4th of July photo opportunities at Mary Kyle Hartson Park from Monday, July 4 through Friday, July 8.
Movies in the Park & Dive In Movie
Grab a blanket and a friend for another great season of Movies in the Park at the Gregg-Clarke Park Basketball Court on July 8th featuring The Karate Kid (1984) and Aug. 12 featuring Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)! Movies in the Park are free and fun for all ages. No registration is needed. All movies are rated G or PG, except when noted. For more information, visit Cityofkyle.com/Movies.
And don’t miss the special Dive In Movie featuring Lilo & Stitch (2002) at James Adkins Pool at Gregg-Clarke Park, on July 22. Registration is required at teamsideline.com/kyle.
Come out to Mary Kyle Hartson Park every second Saturday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. from June through December to shop local vendors, arts and crafts, purchase farm to market items and enjoy live music. And save the date the Squeeze Box Market Days on Saturday, Sept. 24. For more information about Kyle Market Days or to become a vendor or sponsor, visit www.cityofkyle.com/marketdays.
Join the City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department for Music in the Park Mondays at Mary Kyle Hartson Park from 6 - 8 p.m. on Monday, July 11, 18 and 25.
- July 11 - Fallon Franklin
- July 18 - Tahni Handal
- July 25 - Movin' Melvin Brown
Join the City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department for Ash Pavilion Skate Nights on July 15 and Aug. 12 from 7-9 p.m.! There will be music, lights and concessions on site. Skates are not provided, and registration is required at www.teamsideline.com/kyle. 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. For more information, go to CityofKyle.com/Skate.
The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department invites you to participate in the National Snake Day event on Saturday, July 16, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Falcon Room in City Hall, 100 W. Center St.
This event will provide attendees the opportunity to learn how to identity various, local snakes and ask any questions.
Registration is required. Registration cost is $10 for kyle residents and $15 for non-residents. To register, visit teamsideline.com/kyle.
Join the Kyle Parks and Recreation Department on Sunday, July 17 & 24 from 12 - 2 p.m. for free public swim at the James Adkins Pool at Gregg-Clarke Park. The James Adkins Pool has limited capacity.
Join Kyle Parks and Recreation on Saturday, July 23 from 7:30-10:30 a.m. for a FREE guided trail tour along the Plum Creek Nature Trail that currently runs from Waterleaf Park to Lake Kyle Park. This is not a walking tour; this is a ATV driven trail tour for all ages and mobility levels! Registration is required. Each registration is good for 1-3 people. If you have a party bigger than 3 people please register for 2 spots.
For more information or to register, go to teamsideline.com/kyle.
Bunton Wildflower Loop Bird Blind Ribbon Cutting
Join the Kyle Parks and Recreation Department and Boy Scout Troop 812 in cutting the ribbon for the Bunton Wildflower Loop Bird Blind on Saturday, July 23 at 10 a.m. at 980 Bunton Reserve Blvd. Quintin Nieskes built the blind as an Eagle Scout Project.
#KyleParksandRec Photography Contest
Residents that photograph Kyle parks and trails can submit photos with their name, number and a brief description explaining the photo to parks@cityofkyle.com by 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 27 for a chance to be to be featured on Kyle Parks and Recreation’s social media pages and in the 2023 Programs Activities Guide.
The Stars at Nights Camping and Stargazing At Lake Kyle
The Kyle Parks and Recreation Department invites you to attend The Stars At Night camping and stargazing event on Saturday, July 30, through Sunday, July 31 at Lake Kyle Park, 700 Lehman Rd.
The event is overnight and there will be two different meteor showers that attendees will have the chance to see! Additionally, the moon will be almost fully dark. Tent space is limited and a maximum of four people are allowed in each tent.
To participate in the event, register at teamsideline.com/kyle. Ticket costs are $20 per tent for Kyle residents and $25 per tent for non-residents. All proceeds will go to Hays County Food Bank.
Park and Recreation Month is an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).
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