2021 Christmas Parade returns December 4th
October 12, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Floats and participants will grace the roads of historic downtown this holiday season as the 2021 Clarksville Christmas Parade returns to its original format on Saturday, December 4th, from 5:00pm-7:00pm.
Planning for the annual Christmas parade is underway, with registration running now until November 19th. Registration is limited to one entry per business or organization in an effort to make this year’s parade more efficient and enjoyable. Businesses and organizations are required to have the minimum number of lights as outlined on the entry form but are encouraged to exceed the minimum.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation seeks land for New Recreation Center
June 16, 2020
Clarksville Parks and Recreation requests proposals for 10-acre sites
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a suitable parcel of at least 10 acres of land for a proposed new regional recreation center.
The City of Clarksville Purchasing Department has posted the formal Request for Proposals, which defines Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s preferred minimum requirements and solicits proposals with adequate information to evaluate the land offered by potential sellers or donors.
Interested parties can access the full Request for Proposals on the City’s website here.
Proposals must be submitted no later than 2:30pm on July 9th, 2020. The Purchasing Department can be reached at 931.553.2477 or by email at purchasing@cityofclarksville.com
Clarksville Greenway popularity creating Parking Problems
May 28, 2020
Clarksville, TN – With warm weather increasing use of the Clarksville Greenway, the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is asking visitors to respect parking guidelines while enjoying the outdoors.
Parking at Pollard Road Trailhead is limited and parking on the roadway is not permitted. Vehicles parked on the roadway obstruct traffic and could delay emergency or medical personnel response time and prevent nearby property owners from moving farm equipment.
Clarksville Christmas Parade set for this Saturday
December 6, 2019
Clarksville, TN – This Saturday, December 7th, 2019, the annual Christmas parade, hosted by the City of Clarksville and Montgomery County Government, will begin at 5:00pm in downtown Clarksville.
The family of the late Mike Robinson, wife Rhonda Robinson and children Bryce, Bayleigh and Carly Robinson, will be this year’s grand marshals. Mike Robinson passed in August from cancer. He was a popular local musician, coach and most importantly a husband and father.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation seeks participants for Riverfest Regatta
August 13, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation are looking for sailors of all kinds are invited to participate in the 13th annual Riverfest Regatta, presented by US Bank, Saturday, September 7th, 2019 at McGregor Park as part of the Riverfest Festival.
The event will begin at 1:00pm and check-in will take place at 11:30am at the McGregor Park Boat Ramp. All boats must be checked in no later than 12:30pm.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation, TWRA annual Youth Fishing Rodeo set for June 8th
June 2, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has announced that the 2019 Free Fishing Day in Tennessee when anyone may fish free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters is this Saturday, June 8th.
TWRA and Clarksville Parks and Recreation will be holding their annual Youth Fishing Rodeo at Liberty Park’s pond on Saturday, June 8th, 2019 from 7:00am to 9:30am.
Over 300 participants are expected. The age limit for the event is 0 to 16 years of age.
Mayor’s Summer Night Lights offers free fun
May 29, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville youths are invited by Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts to join in a summer program filled with fun activities and free food designed to help them fight summertime boredom.
The seventh season of the Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program will kick off June 3rd and continue at various locations throughout the summer with DJs, athletic competitions, arts and crafts, local music performances, and more.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation creates summer camps, programs for youths
May 14, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department has lined up a full schedule of camps and programs for youths of all ages for this summer. Parents are reminded that registration numbers are limited for all camps, so register early.
Registration is available online at www.CityofClarksville.com/ParksRec or in person at the Clarksville Parks and Recreation office, recreation centers and pools.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Christmas on the Cumberland to open November 20th
November 10, 2018
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation says 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.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold Handmade Holidays November 10th-11th
November 3, 2018
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation will host Handmade Holidays, a two-day, indoor designer craft market featuring more than 60 of the best local and regional independent artists, designers, and crafters.