Due to COVID-19 the Memorial Day Ceremony will be held virtually this year, please return to this site at a later date for details. 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.

We are excited to introduce a new book for families to enjoy this summer! The 2020 Story Trail opened virtually with a ribbon cutting on June 5.

Presented by Gahanna Parks & Recreation, Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch and Gahanna Jefferson Public Schools, the 2020 Story Trail tale shares the original story, “The World Around Her.”   The story, illustrated on colorful panels, is accessible to future visitors as they enjoy walking through the Story Trail, located at Friendship Park (150 Oklahoma Ave.).

The Gahanna Story Trail began as a collaboration between the Gahanna Department of Parks & Recreation and the Gahanna Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library in the spring of 2012, and was inspired by the Story Trail at Dawes Arboretum. It featured the popular picture book, “In the Tall, Tall Grass” by Denise Fleming. The story served as an interactive nature walk combining nature exploration and early literacy interaction.

In 2013, the project was expanded to begin highlighting more of the Gahanna community. The installations were a unique collaboration between Gahanna Parks & Recreation, the Gahanna Library and the Gahanna Schools.  In subsequent years, the stories, “The Acorn”, “Little Red Riding Robin”, “Following a Feathered Friend”, “Going on a Nature Walk”, “The Friendship Bridge”, “The Littlest Bee”  and “The Big Walnut Country Club” were all written and illustrated by students from the Gahanna Area.

This year’s story was written by: Allison Slates, Areej Khalid, Azhaar Yasin, Ruby Lobert, and  Zakia Mohamud. The artwork was created by: Rachel Deibel, a Gahanna Lincoln High School student.  The illustrations are accompanied by questions and challenges to encourage engagement by visitors as they wander down the scenic park trail.

Creekside Glow Run (rescheduled for Fall 2020)
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: Rescheduled for Fall 2020, date TBA
Race start time: 9:00pm Creekside Park, 117 Mill St
Registration will open when a new date is announced

Presented by Lew Griffin Insurance Agency
Creekside Live is a summer concert series with live entertainment headlined by popular bands from the Central Ohio and beyond. Due to COVID-19 restrictions updated concert dates are below. All events in July and August have been moved to Headley Park as part of the Gahanna Summer Drive-in Series. Ticket information is available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gahanna-summer-drive-in-series-tickets-109047826986

June 12 (canceled)
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm Saved by the ’90’s (90’s tribute)

June 26 (canceled)
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm The Reaganomics (80’s Party rock)

July 10 (rescheduled to the Gahanna Summer Drive-in Series)
7:00pm El Guapo (classic Rock

July 24 (rescheduled to the Gahanna Summer Drive-in Series)
7:00pm Pretty Filth (80’s Rock tribute)

August 14 (rescheduled to the Gahanna Summer Drive-in Series)
7:00pm Stuck in the ’70’s performed by FLIPPO (70’s tribute)

August 28 (rescheduled to the Gahanna Summer Drive-in Series)
5:00pm performers TBA
7:00pm Pop Gun (Classic Rock/Pop Tribute)

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.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions updated event dates are below. All events in July and August have been moved to Headley Park as part of the Gahanna Summer Drive-in Series. Ticket information is available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gahanna-summer-drive-in-series-tickets-109047826986

All times 8:30-11pm (movie to start at dusk)
Dates / Location / Movie
July 17 – Headley Park – Movie – Ghost busters (the original)
August 7 – Headley Park – Movie – Onward
August 21 – Headley Park – Movie – Jumanji

NEW 2020 Paddle Gahanna!

Join us at Creekside or Friendship Park on a paddling experience. Newly expanded hours and operations for 2020. Full information and online reservations are available at PaddleGahanna.com.

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
62041.202 Tue Sep 29 9am – 1pm