Dunwoody Parks and Recreation will launch the summer season with Kids to Park Day on May 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the front field at Brook Run Park. Celebrating its 15th year, Kids to Parks is a national initiative by the National Park Trust that encourages outdoor play. A family bike ride through Brook Run Park is also scheduled for May 17 starting at 9 a.m. Find more details using this link.
“We always have a great turnout for Kids to Parks as we feature balloon artists, bubbles, and face painters,” said Dunwoody Parks and Recreation Director Rachel Waldron. “This event brings our community together and gives us our first taste of summer and sets the stage for more fun in the months ahead.”
The City’s summer events lineup includes free outdoor concerts, movies, and the return of the splash pad at Two Bridges Park. Highlights include:
May 30: Splash Pad Opening Day, Two Bridges Park, 10:30 a.m. Visitors will enjoy free King of Pops and giveaways. Check out the new shade sails at Two Bridges, located in the Perimeter at 50 Perimeter Center East.
June 6: Pics in the Park, Pernoshal Park, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, 9 p.m. Bring a blanket or chairs to spread out on the lawn. Enjoy free popcorn and candy. More movies: July 11 (Home Alone); August 1 (Indiana Jones: The Last Crusade)
June 14: Groovin’ on the Green Series Opener, 6 p.m., Band X with Nero Simon
The series will feature nine acts performing at the Brook Run Park Amphitheater on the second Saturday of the month from June through October. All concerts begin at 6 p.m. and are family friendly. Guests are encouraged to walk or ride bikes to the concerts since the Amphitheater is located along the Dunwoody Trailway. Bring picnics or pick up dinner from a featured food truck. Dogs (on a leash!) are welcome.
More concerts: July 12 (Hedonistas with After School Special), Aug. 9 (G Clef & The Playlist with DieDra Hurdle-Ruff), Sept. 13 (Red Not Chili Peppers with Run Katie Run), Oct. 11 (Piano Man Vs. Rocket Man: a Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John)
The events listed above are free and open to all. More information about park events can be found here: https://www.dunwoodyga.gov/parkevents
“We’ve developed a loyal following for our Groovin’ on the Green series,” added Waldron. “These concerts have become a signature part of summer in Dunwoody. It’s a chance to relax, connect, and gather under the stars.”
In addition to community events, Dunwoody Parks and Recreation will offer new programs this summer. They include the following: Adaptive Soccer, Kids Goat Yoga, and SportsPlay by Kidokinetics. More information about the programs can be found here: https://secure.rec1.com/GA/dunwoody-ga/catalog
For more information regarding the City of Dunwoody, please contact Jennifer Boettcher, Communications Director: 678.382.6881, Jennifer.Boettcher@dunwoodyga.gov.
