Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Queen City Road Race set for Saturday, May 7th
May 4, 2022
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Queen City Road Race presented by Publix returns on Saturday, May 7th from 7:00am to noon, at Liberty Park.
The event will feature a 10K, 5K, and one-mile route. All three routes will begin and end at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center in Liberty Park. The 1 mile and 5K are held entirely in the park, while the 10K will take runners down Riverside Drive and into McGregor Park.
Awards will be given to the top three male and top three female runners in the 10K and 5K races. Online registration is still available at ClarksvilleParksRec.com and will remain open until 4:00pm. We also welcome in-person registrations the morning of the race.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Annual Christmas Light Run set for Saturday at McGregor Park
December 9, 2021
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will host its third-annual Christmas Light Run, presented by Fleet Feet, from 4:30pm-6:00pm on Saturday, December 11th, 2021 at McGregor Park.
Due to the running event, the Christmas on the Cumberland light display will delay its opening until 6:00pm. The public will not be allowed access to McGregor Park until that time.
Additionally, motorists should be aware that the Christmas Light Run 5K route takes runners across Riverside Drive under the pedestrian bridge and through downtown Clarksville.
This Week at Austin Peay: Virtual “Remembering Homecoming” celebration this week
October 5, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University (APSU) Honors Program will host a timely virtual panel discussion this week that examines how people can think more critically and carefully to be informed voters in the current political climate.
APSU virtual “Remembering Homecoming” celebration set for week of October 10th
September 30, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, Austin Peay State University recently announced it is moving its traditional fall homecoming activities from the week of October 10th, 2020 to the spring 2021 semester, in conjunction with the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) decision to postpone fall sports until spring.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department to hold Virtual 5K
April 24, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Whether you’re already active, looking to get off the couch, or just want to stay indoors, this newest Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department event is for you.
Beginning at 5:00pm on April 24th, 2020, registration will open for the first-ever Clarksville Parks and Recreation Virtual 5k. The event is designed to allow participants to choose between three varying distances. Participants can complete their run anywhere and anytime between April 24th, 2020 and May 24th, 2020.
Runners are encouraged to use Liberty Park or the Clarksville Greenway, as mile markers will be placed at those parks within the next week.
Hilldale Kiwanis Club of Clarksville to hold Hilldale Kiwanis Half-K, April 4th
February 28, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On April 4th, 2020, the Hilldale Kiwanis Club of Clarksville, the organization dedicated to improving the lives of children one community at a time, is hosting the Hilldale Kiwanis Half-K at 8:00am in Downtown Clarksville.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold Christmas Light Run December 14th
November 30, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The new Christmas Light Run gives you and your family a unique opportunity to run or walk through Christmas on the Cumberland and support Clarksville’s popular light display. Experience the dazzling lights in a whole new way from 4:00pm-6:00pm, Saturday, December 14th at McGregor Park.
All proceeds will go towards the purchase of new Christmas on the Cumberland light displays!
Registrants can choose to participate in either the one-mile event ($10.00) or the 5K ($20.00) beginning at 4:00pm Online registration can be completed by visiting www.ClarksvilleParksRec.com
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Christmas on the Cumberland opens November 26th
November 12, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland is sure to create lasting memories this holiday season as thousands experience the captivating display of more than two million lights.
Join with friends and neighbors to celebrate Christmas on the Cumberland’s 21st year with a grand opening ceremony at 5:30pm, Tuesday, November 26th at the McGregor Park RiverWalk and Museum.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold several Holiday Events for the Family
November 10, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is offering a variety of festive and fun events this holiday season.
Family-friendly events are affordably priced and will take place at several Parks and Recreation facilities.
Some of the events include: Veterans Appreciation Day, Community Thanksgiving Feast, Christmas on the Cumberland, Elf Splash, Clarksville Christmas Parade, 19th Century Christmas along with several new events.
Central Civitan 5k to be held at Historic Collinsville, October 5th
August 9, 2019
Southside, TN – On Saturday, October 5th, 2019, the Central Civitan Club will hold the Central Civitan 5k at the Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement.
The 5k will start at 8:30am. Registration, walking or running, is $35.00 for adults and $25.00 for children 2-18. Price includes a t-shirt and goodie bag.
“This will be the first one we have sponsored at Historic Collinsville,” said Margaret Adames, Central Civitan. “We are looking forward to having a great experience there.”