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.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Christmas Parade to be held Saturday
December 3, 2021
Clarksville, TN – The annual Christmas parade, hosted by the City of Clarksville and Montgomery County Government, will take place at 5:00pm on Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in downtown Clarksville. Long-time local reporter and radio personality, Lee Irwin, will honorably serve as this year’s parade grand marshal and was selected for his many years of announcing the parade and ongoing support of the Clarksville community.
The parade route will begin on Eighth Street on the Austin Peay State University (APSU) campus. From Eighth Street, the parade will progress to College Street and then to University Avenue. From there the route is the same as years past, proceeding around Public Square, the Historic Courthouse, and back to Franklin Street. From Franklin, the route will turn onto Eighth Street and then return onto the APSU Campus. A map of the route can be found at https://bit.ly/3G8m97H
City of Clarksville to hold Independence Day celebration
June 25, 2021
July 3rd event will offer music, fireworks, activities at Liberty Park
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, July 3rd, 2021, the City of Clarksville will present its annual Independence Day Celebration at Liberty Park. The free event will include a live concert, activities, and a fireworks show.
City of Clarksville to hold Job Fair on June 17th
June 3, 2021
In-person event will be June 17th at Wilma Rudolph Event Center
Clarksville, TN – Job seekers are invited to the City of Clarksville’s in-person Job Fair from 10:00am to 6:00pm Thursday, June 17th, 2021 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center to learn about open positions and to discuss job opportunities with leaders from City Departments.
Mayor vs. General Third Annual Broomball Game at Downtown Commons Ice Rink set for January 15th
January 8, 2020
Montgomery County, TN – Broomball is sweeping through Clarksville! Come out to the Downtown Commons Winter Ice Rink and see Clarksville’s most entertaining sport. Fort Campbell’s Major General Brain Winski will challenge the reigning champions, Montgomery County and Mayor Jim Durrett, for the third annual showdown on ice, January 15th, 2020 at 6:00pm.
Joining us this season is Clarksville Police Department and Clarksville Fire Rescue for a friendly competition of Guns vs. Hoses starting at 5:00pm. The 911 Dispatchers will try their hand in a short match between the two featured games.
Downtown Commons Ice Rink to host Mayor vs. General Third Annual Broomball Game, January 15th
December 26, 2019
Downtown Commons Ice Rink
Montgomery County, TN – On January 15th, 2020, the public is invited to attend the second annual Broomball match between Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett and U.S. Army Fort Campbell to a backyard broomball game at 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Downtown Commons Winter Ice Rink.
Broomball is a variation of ice hockey played on ice without skates and with brooms and a ball instead of sticks and a puck. Running around in shoes on ice while trying to “sweep” a ball into a goal presents a unique challenge that includes a lot of slipping, sliding and falling.
Clarksville’s Riverfest kicked Saturday off with Regatta Boat Race
September 7, 2019
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, September 7th, the 2019 Clarksville Riverfest Regatta took place at the McGregor Park Park Boat Ramp at 1:00pm. Fan-favorite cardboard boat race is celebrating it’s 13th year.
The Riverfest Regatta is not your typical boat race. The boats racing down the Cumberland River were made of cardboard or plastic bottles along with a few other approved materials.
Clarksville Police to hold “Coffee with a Cop” at Mugsy’s Coffee Co M2, August 15th
August 12, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Please come join Clarksville Police for a cup of coffee at Mugsy’s Coffee Co M2, Thursday, August 15th, 2019, from 11:00am-12:00pm at 620 Dunlop Lane, #123 (across from Tennova Hospital) The good folks at Mugsy’s Coffee will providing the cup and CPD officers will be there to chat with you. Hope you can make it.
Oftentimes, the majority of contact between the public and law enforcement are during emergencies or very emotional situations, which do not provide a good opportunity for relationship building.
Clarksville Police Union held “Cops and Bobbers”, Saturday
May 21, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The annual “Cops and Bobbers” sponsored by the Clarksville Police Union #18 was held on Saturday, May 18th, 2019. The weather was perfect for the event.
There were approximately 50 children who came out and enjoyed an opportunity to fish in the Liberty Park pond. Each of the children were given a fishing pole, tackle, and bait to try out their fishing skills.
Clarksville Police Department to hold annual Run for C.O.P.S. 5K Run/Walk on May 11th, 2019
March 18, 2019
Clarksville Police Department (CPD)
Clarksville, TN – The Fourth Annual Run for C.O.P.S. will kick off the 2018 National Law Enforcement Week with a fun, non-competitive, fitness event for the whole family. This 5k will take place in Historic Downtown Clarksville starting at the Clarksville Police Department and going through the downtown area.
The event will take place Saturday, May 11th, 2019 from 9:00am until 11:00am.