All Gahanna Parks & Recreation events are subject to change due to COVID-19. As new information is received and processed, Gahanna Parks & Recreation will provide updates on this web page.
For additional information about any of the events listed or with questions email zac.guthrie@gahanna.gov or call 614-342-4250.
Memorial Day Ceremony
The community is invited to remember all those who died in service to our country in the US military. To honor those who have served, purchase a brick by April 15 for Veterans Memorial Park. Applications available at www.GahannaVets.org or Gahanna City Hall.
Day: Mon Date: May 25, 2020
Time: 1pm
Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 73 W. Johnstown Rd.
Story Trail Celebration & Ribbon Cutting
Gahanna Parks & Recreation has collaborated with the Columbus Metropolitan Library and Gahanna school students to present the Gahanna Story Trail. The Story Trail is part of the Gahanna Library’s Summer Reading Program encouraging families to engage in the outdoors through reading. After the ribbon cutting join us for the first Great Outdoors event of the summer to include outdoor activities, live music, food trucks and a movie!
Day: Friday, May 29
Time: 7pm
Location: Friendship Park, 150 Oklahoma Ave.
Creekside Glow Run
Creekside Glow Run
Presented by Toyota Direct
Supported by the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation
Enjoy Creekside Park and the Big Walnut Trail for a Glow Run under a Full Moon. The path will be lit up with fun themed surprises along the way. The fun will continue with post-race events and specials at Creekside District restaurants with live music, fun and dancing. Each participant will receive glow products and festive, fun, glow attire is encouraged! All levels of runners and walkers are welcome, but go at your own pace, this is for FUN so no timing or awards.
RACE COURSE: The race course will begin and end at Creekside Park front plaza and will go through the Big Walnut Trail. All finishers will receive a custom beverage mug!
Day/Date: Friday, June 5
Race start time: 9:00pm Creekside Park, 117 Mill St
Fee: $15 through April 30; $20 through May 31; $25 through June 5
Sign up online at https://creeksideglowrun2.eventbrite.com
Creekside Live
Presented by Lew Griffin Insurance Agency
Creekside Live is a summer concert series with live entertainment headlined by popular bands from the Midwest. Bring your friends and coworkers to enjoy Creekside along with a variety of entertainment, food and beverage sales for adults in the Central Ohio area on select Friday evenings during the summer.
Time: 5-10pm, (5-7pm acoustic performances around the Creekside District; 7-10pm headline on the Rotary Stage)
Location: Creekside Park, 117 Mill St.
June 12
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm Saved by the ’90’s (90’s tribute)
June 26
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm The Reaganomics (80’s Party rock)
July 10
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm Brazilian2Wins (Original top 40 Rock/Pop covers)
July 24
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm Pretty Filth (80’s Rock tribute)
August 14
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm Stuck in the ’70’s performed by FLIPPO (70’s tribute)
August 28
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm Pop Gun (Classic Rock/Pop Tribute)
Gahanna’s Great Outdoors & Cinema Under the Stars
NEW! Gahanna’s Great Outdoors with Cinema Under the Stars
Supported by the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation
Gahanna Parks & Recreation hosts this outdoor event series that connects, engages and highlights Gahanna’s parks to the Gahanna community. Each evening will include an outdoor cinema under the stars, interactive outdoor experiences (canoeing/kayaking, fishing, creeking, hiking), family friendly games, food vendors and Games2U entertainment.
All times 7-11pm (movie to start at dusk)
Dates / Location / Movie
May 29 – Friendship Park, 150 Oklahoma Ave – Movie – Jumanji, The Next Level
July 17 – Hannah Park, 6547 Clark State Rd – Movie – Ghostbusters
August 7 – Woodside Green Park, 213 Camrose Ct – Movie – Onward
Kayaking and Canoeing
Hitch a Ride Canoe/Kayak Shuttle
Created for those adventure lovers that have their own boats and equipment but challenged with the logistics of paddling the Big Walnut. Gahanna Parks & Recreation will provide a complimentary shuttle to bring you to the launch site. Park at Friendship Park. The shuttle will run for 3 hours each date. Transportation is only provided to launch site. All paddlers must provide their own equipment and are required to have life vests. No paddling guides will be provided.
Level 3 paddling program, previous paddling experience is required
Shuttle times: 9am-12pm
Dates: May 16, June 14, July 11, Aug 9
Strawberry Moon Float
Supported by the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation
Join us for June’s Full Moon…the Strawberry Moon! While floating down the Big Walnut Creek certified instructors will be on hand to provide a paddling adventure. All equipment will be provided including lights. Paddle will start on the Big Walnut near Morse Rd. A shuttle will be provided to take participants to launch location.
Level 3 paddling program, must have prior paddling experience, ages 18+ only.
Activity Ages Day Date Time RDR/NR
65041.201 18+ Fri June 5 8:30-11pm $15/$20
Shuttle Location: Friendship Park, 150 Oklahoma Ave
Big Walnut Creek Family Canoe & Kayak Float
Relax and enjoy the beauty of the Big Walnut Creek waterway! The day will start at the boat put-in at Woodside Green Park with certified instructors providing a Paddling introduction to canoeing and kayaking. Participants 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. All equipment provided including: canoes or kayaks, life vests, paddles and guides to help along the float.
Level 2 paddling program, paddling experience recommended, creek level requires participants to be able to exit and enter boats in rocky conditions
Activity Ages Day Date Time RDR/SR
65041.202 8+ Sat Jul 12 9am-12pm $15/$20
Location: park at Friendship Park, 150 Oklahoma Ave
Hoover Adventure Canoe & Kayak Float
Join us on an adventure on the Hoover Resevoir. Certified instructors will be providing a Paddling SmartStart introduction to canoeing and kayaking. Participants 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Lunch will be provided along with canoes or kayaks, life vests, paddles and guides to help along the float. Participants should park at Friendship Park, and transportation
will be provided to and from launch site.
Level 1 paddling program, must meet essential eligibility requirements
Activity Ages Day Date Time RDR/NR
65041.301 8+ Sat Sep 26 8am-2pm $20/$25 (per person)
Location: park at Friendship Park, 150 Oklahoma Ave
55+ Canoe & Kayak
Certified instructors lead this scenic float. The Alum Creek Reservoir launch site has an accessible and fully adaptive ramp to aid in safely entering and exiting the boats. Register.
Level 1 paddling program, must meet essential eligibility requirements
Activity Day Date Time
62041.203 Tue May 19 9am – 1pm
62041.202 Tue Sep 29 9am – 1pm
Creekside Blues & Jazz Fest (organized by Visit Gahanna)
Visit Gahanna presents the 22nd celebration of the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival, June 19-21, 2020 at Creekside Gahanna (117 Mill St.) Three days. Five stages. 90 hours of nonstop live performances with headliners TBA.
For a full schedule of performers and to purchase tickets online, visit CreeksideBluesandJazz.com
Follow @creeksideblues on Facebook and Twitter, and @VisitGahanna on Instagram using the #2020CBJF hashtag for a chance to be named an official #Jambassador (and snag event passes and t-shirts).
Sundays in the Park
Sundays in the Park
Enjoy a Sunday in the Park at Creekside!
Presented by Re/Max Connection – Tina Wedebrook and State Bank
Event Dates: June 28, July 26, August 23
Event Times: 3-6pm
Location: Creekside Park & Plaza
The park and plaza will be full of activities for families to enjoy including kid friendly games, live music and entertainment, inflatables, GMAC activities, engaging outdoor activities (kayaking and fishing), and specials at area restaurants!
Presenting Sponsors:
Tina Wedebrook, Real Estate Agent at Re/Max Connection
The State Bank and Trust Company
Supporting Sponsors:
Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation
Independence Day Celebration
Join the City of Gahanna and Mifflin Township in celebrating our nation’s Independence Day! Complete information is available here gahanna.gov/IndependenceDay
The Gahanna Independence Day Celebration is presented by KEMBA Financial Credit Union
All events will be July 4, 2020 (Fireworks rain date is July 5, only Fireworks will be rescheduled)
Gahanna Lions Club Parade
10:30am
Parade route begins at Clark Hall, travels west on Granville Street, and ends at Royal Manor Plaza.
Family Day Activities
Time: 5-10pm
Location: Gahanna Municipal Golf Course, 220 Olde Ridenour Rd
Live Music, free activities, family entertainment and food!
Vendor applications available gahanna.gov/IndependenceDay
More details TBA
Fireworks
10:00pm
Presented by KEMBA Financial Credit Union
Viewing area will open at 5 pm; Fireworks launch at 10 pm
Location: Gahanna Municipal Golf Course, 220 Olde Ridenour Rd
Food trucks and CocaCola soft drinks, alcoholic beverages will be available at the Golf Course viewing area, no outside alcohol is permitted. All bags will be checked at time of entry.
Muddy Miler
Muddy Miler
Presented by Toyota Direct
Day: Aug 16, 2020
Time: 1-3pm (last heat to begin at 3pm)
Location: Gahanna Swimming Pool, 150 Parkland Dr.
Gahanna Parks and Recreation Department presents the FREE Muddy Miler Family Adventure. The Muddy Miler is a themed adventure run offering the entire family obstacles, mud and more!
WARNING: You will get muddy from head to toe if you want to conquer the Muddy Miler!
Join us to explore the outdoors on our nature trail that winds through the Southwest Flood Plan (near the Gahanna Swimming Pool).
Registration
The event is free for the entire family no age restrictions. The first 200 participants will receive a special Muddy Miler SWAG item.
Schedule
Please arrive between 12:30-3:30pm. Participants will be released in heats starting at 1:00pm. Heats are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Groups should wait until the entire group is together before entering the start area. The City will not be responsible for any personal items. Please leave anything of value at home. We recommend that Muddy Miler participants wear closed toe, tight fitting shoes.
After Party
Thank you to our presenting sponsor join us after the run join us with a live band and beer garden. Each participant will enjoy one complimentary beverage (adult beverages included).
Parking
Available at the Gahanna Swimming Pool
Pool Events
Water Safety Event
May is National Water Safety Month and we want to ensure that you and your family are prepared for a fun and safe summer! Join us for this FREE event where we will share water safety tips, learn basic rescue techniques, participate in boating safety, and hear from professionals in a variety of areas. For more information visit gahanna.gov/aquatics/ or the event on our Facebook page.
Event Date: Sunday, May 17
Event Time: 1-3pm
Event Location: Gahanna Swimming Pool
Member Preview Nights
The pool will be open exclusively for pool members before we open to the public this year! Not a member? Don’t worry! We will be selling memberships all night long, so plan to stop by and avoid the long lines during Memorial Day Weekend!
Event Dates and Location:
Thursday, May 21 – Hunters Ridge Pool
Friday, May 22 – Gahanna Swimming Pool
Time: 5:30-8pm
Taco Tuesdays
$2 Walking Tacos beginning June 2. Admission included with membership or Daily Pass
Day: Tues (weekly)
Time: All day
Location: Hunters Ridge Pool & Gahanna Swimming Pool
Ice Cream Night
$1 Ice Cream Sundaes beginning June 4. Admission included with membership or Daily Pass
Day: Thu (weekly)
Time: 4pm
Location: Hunters Ridge Pool & Gahanna Swimming Pool
Family Fun Nights
We’ve extended our hours for Family Fun Nights! These monthly themed nights will be a blast. Enjoy the inflatable obstacle course, ice cream & food specials, music & games, and fun for the whole family! Free with memberships or daily
admissions.
Theme/Day/Date/Time/Location
Glow Night Park / Friday / June 5 / 7-10p / Hunter’s Ridge Pool
Patriotic Pool Party / Friday / July 3 / 3-8p / Gahanna Swimming Pool
Pirate Bash / Friday / July 31 / 3-8p / Gahanna Swimming Pool
Movie Nights
Supported by the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation
$2 for Member/$10 Family Max; $5 Non-Members/$20 Family Max
Discounted admission begins at 4pm for non-members. Enjoy movie themed pool side games and activities.
Location: Hunters Ridge Pool
Day: Sat Time: 7pm, movie starts at dark
Movie/Date
Trolls (PG) June 27
Cool Runnings (PG) July 25
Poolside Party
Let’s hold on to summer for one more weekend! Gahanna Swimming Pool will open for one final weekend this season, Aug 15-16, for you to soak up the sun one more time. A fun-filled Saturday afternoon will include music, activities, food, and more! Free with memberships or daily pass.
Day: Sat
Date: Aug 15
Time: 1-5pm
Aqua Zumba®
Use the resistance of the water to improve cardiovascular fitness, endurance and flexibility through this low-impact, high intensity workout. Participants exercise in 3-5 feet of water. Great for beginners but challenging enough for the advanced participant! No registration or pool membership required. Walk-in passes will be sold at the front desk. Please go to gahanna.gov/aquatics-2 for more information.
Day: Every Tuesday starting June 2
Time: 7:15-8:00pm
Location: Hunter’s Ridge Pool
Save the Date: Doggy Dip
$5/dog entry fee
Current tags and proof of vaccines are required.
Day: Sun
Date: Sep 13
Time: 1-4pm
Location: Hunter’s Ridge Pool
Time: 1-2pm (small dogs under 25lbs), 2-4pm (large dogs)
Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation
7th Annual Creekside Hops & Vines Festival
Join the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation for the 6th Annual Creekside Hops & Vines Fest on Saturday, September 19, 2020 from 6pm – 11pm.
Early bird tickets will be available beginning June 1, go to gahannaprf.org for complete details.
Veteran’s Day Ceremony
The community is invited to honor all those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. To honor those who have served, purchase a brick by October 1 for Veterans Memorial Park. Applications available at www.GahannaVets.org or Gahanna City Hall.
Date: November 11
Time: 11am
Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 73 W. Johnstown Rd.
Gahanna Parks & Recreation organizes and hosts events throughout the year throughout our community. We hope to create a fun environment for the Gahanna community to come together and enjoy our outdoor spaces. For additional information about any of the events listed or if you have interest in participating in events as a sponsor, vendor or volunteer email zac.guthrie@gahanna.gov or call 614-342-4250.
