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The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department boasts more than 2,000 acres of parks and miles of trails, as well as an arts center, dance center, historic vaudeville theatre, nature center, greenway, and a zoo. The diversity of the department and its programs have resulted in Leisure Services being awarded the Georgia Recreation and Park Association’s “Agency Award” year after year. Leisure

Services staff work to build a more livable community by providing opportunities to learn, to create, and to play in quality parks, programs, and facilities that are valued by citizens.

Athens Creative Theatre is heading to Bikini Bottom for The SpongeBob Musical, and we want YOU to join the fun! "I'm rea...
08/19/2026

Athens Creative Theatre is heading to Bikini Bottom for The SpongeBob Musical, and we want YOU to join the fun!

"I'm ready!", or The Details:
📅 Auditions: Wed, Aug 26 – Fri, Aug 28
📍 Audition Location: Memorial Park's Quinn Hall
🎭 Show Dates: Nov 6th, Nov 7th, Nov 8th
👤 Who Can Audition: Ages 16+ (All skill levels welcome!)

"Is mayonnaise an instrument?", or What to Prepare:
🎵 Song: 32 bars of an up-tempo musical theatre song (bring marked sheet music in a binder/loose-leaf for our pianist)
🎭 Monologue: 1-minute comedic monologue
👟 Attire: Comfortable clothes/shoes for a quick movement combo (no prior dance experience required!)

Ready to dive in? Click the following link to fill out your audition form today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8tzbqLe-9ZFgGTo2k4jKlIDKoFWoO3vULE3H69cNV1ekH0w/viewform

Got questions? Email [email protected] or call 706-613-3628.

Be sure to join us this Thursday, August 20th for an Athens Creative Theatre Town Hall Meeting where we will be chatting...
08/18/2026

Be sure to join us this Thursday, August 20th for an Athens Creative Theatre Town Hall Meeting where we will be chatting about upcoming events and plans, celebrating 60 years of local theatre, and getting to know our thespian-loving community! We hope to see you at Athens Memorial Park's Quinn Hall at 5:30 PM Thursday! 🎭

🍂 Fall into fun with Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services! 🎨⚽🌿Registration is still OPEN for our Fall 2026 programs! Fr...
08/17/2026

🍂 Fall into fun with Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services! 🎨⚽🌿

Registration is still OPEN for our Fall 2026 programs! From youth sports, creative arts, and nature exploration to fitness, adult recreation, and holiday events, we’ve got something exciting lined up for all ages.

Spots fill up fast, so snag your favorite classes and activities today!
Register online by visiting www.accgov.com/myrec

Get your instrument tuned because the Sandy Creek Hootenanny season is back!Looking for a relaxed way to spend your Sund...
08/12/2026

Get your instrument tuned because the Sandy Creek Hootenanny season is back!

Looking for a relaxed way to spend your Sunday afternoon? Join us at the Sandy Creek Amphitheatre to play, sing or just bop along as local musicians and music lovers alike gather together to create music during this 2 hour open jam session.

Bring your music makers, your voice, or just your good energy and lets make something beautiful together this coming Sunday!

🗓️ When: Sunday, August 16 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Sandy Creek Park and Lake Chapman
🎟️ Cost: 100% FREE!

Online registration for this upcoming session is underway right now, so jump online to reserve your spot and we'll see you in the woods!

Ever wondered what Sandy Creek Park and Lake Chapman looks like after dark? Our upcoming Friday Night Paddle is the perf...
08/11/2026

Ever wondered what Sandy Creek Park and Lake Chapman looks like after dark? Our upcoming Friday Night Paddle is the perfect opportunity to find out!

Grab a friend or take on the water solo as we explore the calm lake under the stars. Whether you bring your own boat or use one of the park’s single or tandem kayaks, it’s going to be an unforgettable evening!

🗓️ When: Friday, August 21 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Where: Lake Chapman at Sandy Creek Park
🎟️ Fee: $10 for ACC residents | $15 for non-residents
🛶 Registration Options: Bring Your Own Boat, Single Kayak, or Tandem Kayak

Online registration is open right now, so reserve your spot before it fills up! For more information, call 706-613-3631.

See you on the water! 🌕🛶✨

🎶 Get ready for the next "Music in the House"! 🎶We are beyond excited to welcome the Slightly Less Famous Somebodies for...
08/10/2026

🎶 Get ready for the next "Music in the House"! 🎶

We are beyond excited to welcome the Slightly Less Famous Somebodies for an amazing live performance at the Lyndon House Arts Center! 🎸

Grab your sketchbooks and/or journals and join us for a fun evening of local music and creativity. We'll have easels and drawing horses ready for you in the Lower Atrium. Whether you want to draw, write, or just sit back and relax, this is the perfect spot to connect with our incredible community! Plus, we’ll be celebrating some HUGE news: Lyndon House Arts Center just received a FY 2027 Project Grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts to keep growing this amazing series! 🎉 So come get creative and celebrate with us!

🗓️ When: Thursday, August 20 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Lower Atrium, Lyndon House Arts Center
💸 Cost: 100% FREE!

For more info, give us a call at 706-613-3623. See you there! 👋✨

Get ready for an afternoon of imagination and weekend fun at the Lyndon House Arts Center! Join us for our Family Saturd...
08/07/2026

Get ready for an afternoon of imagination and weekend fun at the Lyndon House Arts Center! Join us for our Family Saturday Art Workshop next Saturday, August 15th from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

Dive into hands-on art-making inspired by our amazing current exhibitions! Whether you're a family of seasoned artists or just love to doodle, this is the perfect way for families of all kinds to spend the day getting creative together. 🖌️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

The absolute best part? This program is completely FREE! Online registration is highly encouraged, so be sure to claim your family's spot today!

Need more info? Give us a ring at 📞 706-613-3623. We can't wait to make some masterpieces with you! 🖼️✨

What about the turtles?🐢 We’ve gotten that question a lot since construction at Athens Memorial Park began. Rest assured...
08/06/2026

What about the turtles?🐢

We’ve gotten that question a lot since construction at Athens Memorial Park began. Rest assured, our shelled friends are in turtley good, albeit muddy, hands! Nature Division Administrator Jace Besold is sticking his neck out to ensure every turtle makes a safe and smooth transition into the undisturbed lake while we work on improving the park. 👏

We are dedicated to providing safe shell-ter for all the wildlife in our parks!

Hey Athens! ☀️ We’ve got some fantastic news for your next walk, run, or bike ride: a brand new section of the Firefly T...
08/05/2026

Hey Athens! ☀️ We’ve got some fantastic news for your next walk, run, or bike ride: a brand new section of the Firefly Trail is officially OPEN! 🎉

We’ve just added 2.5 miles of fresh pavement for all to enjoy. This new stretch picks up right at the intersection of Hancock Rd and Spring Valley Rd and takes you just past Taylor and Lane.

While it currently comes to a dead end, don't worry, it won't be that way forever! This new piece is a huge step toward our exciting goal of connecting straight into the Winterville section.

In case you didn't know, the Firefly Trail is a planned 39-mile rail-trail that will eventually stretch all the way from Athens to Union Point, tracing the historic Athens Branch of the Georgia Railroad. We are so proud that Athens-Clarke County already hosts nearly 7 miles of this beautiful path! 🌳

Grab your sneakers, load up the bikes, or leash up your pup, and come check out the newest addition to our amazing local trail family. See you out there!

Our parks are full of hidden history, and as we wrap up National Park & Recreation Month, we're celebrating a major mile...
07/31/2026

Our parks are full of hidden history, and as we wrap up National Park & Recreation Month, we're celebrating a major milestone for a local favorite. The "Pink Building" at Athens Memorial Park was officially designated as a local Historic Landmark this year! 🏛️🌸

Originally built as the Fairhaven Tuberculosis Sanitarium, the facility was approved by Athens voters in 1924 to combat an epidemic, providing 30 beds on Gran Ellen Drive. You can still see the building's deep history right at the front door, where the entrance prominently features double-barred crosses—the international symbol for the fight against tuberculosis.

This new landmark designation honors a powerful chapter in our community's story. We love that our parks are places where history and outdoor recreation meet! 🙌🌿

Address

205 Old Commerce Road
Athens, GA
30607

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17066133800

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