Gardner Parks and Recreation

Gardner Parks and Recreation Since its inception, Gardner Parks and Recreation has been carrying out its mission to provide the utmost quality of life for its citizens.

www.gardnerkansas.gov/SocialMediaPolicy Gardner Parks & Facilities

■ Brookside Park, 422 East Washington
■ Celebration Park, 32701 West 159th Street
■ Cornerstone Park, 215 North Center Street
■ Gardner Golf Course, 15810 South Gardner Road
■ Gardner Greenway Corridor, Madison Street
■ Gardner Junction Park, 32500 W US 56 HWY
■ Gardner Lake Park, 30100 West 151st Street
■ Gardner Municipa

l Airport Park, 31905 W. 175th Street
■ Grand Street Bicycle/Ped Path, Plum Creek Dr. to Moonlight Rd.
■ KCPL Wetland Park, South Waverly Road
■ Madison St. Bicycle/Ped Path, Waverly to Center
■ Meadowbrook Park, 311 West Main
■ Moonlight Road Bicycle/Ped Path, University Drive to Warren Street
■ North Center Bicycle/Ped Path, 167th Street to Madison
■ Senior Citizens Building, 128 East Park
■ South Center Bicycle/Ped Path, Grand Street to 188th Street
■ Stone Creek Park, 475 South Moonlight Road
■ Tennis Courts (GEHS), 425 north Waverly Road
■ Veterans Park, Center and Pawnee
■ 183rd Street Bicycle/Ped Path, South Center Street to South Maple
■ Westside Park, 321 Bedford
■ Winwood Park, 520 North White Drive

*Restroom facilities open March 1st - October 1st*

For any question, please call Gardner Parks & Recreation Customer Service at 913-856-0936

☀️🌊 The final splash is almost here!The Gardner Aquatic Center is heading into its last weekend of the season!📅 Saturday...
09/04/2026

☀️🌊 The final splash is almost here!

The Gardner Aquatic Center is heading into its last weekend of the season!

📅 Saturday-Monday, Sept. 5–7
🕛 12–5 p.m.

Make plans to join us for one last weekend of swimming and summer fun. Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7, will be the final day of the 2026 season!

See you at the pool for one last splash! 💦

📞 Heads up: Phone lines at the GAC will be down Saturday and Sunday.

Two chances to get creative, but registration deadlines are coming up fast! 👀🧶 Chunky Blanket Workshop — Learn to hand-k...
09/04/2026

Two chances to get creative, but registration deadlines are coming up fast! 👀

🧶 Chunky Blanket Workshop — Learn to hand-knit a cozy blanket with no needles required. Register by Sept. 7: gardnerkansas.gov/blanket

🍃 Eco-Printmaking — Turn leaves and flowers into one-of-a-kind botanical art. Register by Sept. 6: gardnerkansas.gov/ecoprint

Pick your project (or go full creative mode and try both)!

City of Gardner offices will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!
09/03/2026

City of Gardner offices will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Good news, bag tossers—we’re giving you more time to get your team in the game! 🎯Registration for Adult Co****le has bee...
09/02/2026

Good news, bag tossers—we’re giving you more time to get your team in the game! 🎯

Registration for Adult Co****le has been extended through Friday, September 4!

Grab your teammate for six weeks of Wednesday night competition at Celebration Park starting September 9. With 12 guaranteed matches, a tournament finale and awards on the line, there’s plenty to play for.

Don’t miss your shot—register today:
gardnerkansas.gov/cornhole

Need a little more time to rally your team? We’ve got you. 🏐The registration deadline for our Women’s Fall Volleyball Le...
09/01/2026

Need a little more time to rally your team? We’ve got you. 🏐

The registration deadline for our Women’s Fall Volleyball League has been extended until September 4!

Tuesday night games begin September 8, with at least six games guaranteed. Whether you’re playing for fun, friendly competition or bragging rights, there’s a spot for your team on the court.

Register today:
gardnerkansas.gov/adultathletics

Moms + sons + pickleball = the perfect Saturday! 🏓💙Team up for our Mother-Son Pickleball Tournament on August 29 for a d...
08/21/2026

Moms + sons + pickleball = the perfect Saturday! 🏓💙

Team up for our Mother-Son Pickleball Tournament on August 29 for a day of doubles competition, teamwork and quality time on the court!

👩‍👦 Ages 8–15
🏓 $30/team + $10/additional son
📅 August 29 | 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Gardner Edgerton High School

Registration deadline is THIS SUNDAY, August 23! Space is limited to 12 teams, so grab your paddle partner and register today!

👉 gardnerkansas.gov/motherson

🎣 Ready to go fish?! 🐟Registration ends TODAY for Gardner’s Kids’ Fishing Derby, happening THIS Saturday!Bring your litt...
08/20/2026

🎣 Ready to go fish?! 🐟

Registration ends TODAY for Gardner’s Kids’ Fishing Derby, happening THIS Saturday!

Bring your little angler out for a morning of fishing, fun, awards and a hot dog lunch. 🌭🏆

📅 Aug. 22 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
👧 Ages 12 & under | $5
📍 Gardner Lake Public Boat Dock
🎣 Limited to 75 participants!

👉 Register TODAY: gardnerkansas.gov/fishing

🍅 Ready to turn those summer tomatoes into something delicious? Don’t miss our Homemade Salsa & Tomato Sauces Class with...
08/11/2026

🍅 Ready to turn those summer tomatoes into something delicious? Don’t miss our Homemade Salsa & Tomato Sauces Class with Johnson County K-State Extension!

Learn safe, tested methods for preserving salsa and tomato sauces, including hands-on practice with water bath canning. It’s a great way to build your canning confidence and enjoy those garden-fresh flavors all year long.
⏰ Register by Saturday, August 15!

Sign up today and let’s get canning! 🍅
gardnerkansas.gov/sauce

08/10/2026
🌧️ All this rain can only mean one thing... it's going to be EXTRA MUDDY! 🤎The Gardner Grind is almost here, and this ye...
08/07/2026

🌧️ All this rain can only mean one thing... it's going to be EXTRA MUDDY! 🤎

The Gardner Grind is almost here, and this year's course is shaping up to be one of the muddiest yet!

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 8, at Celebration Park for one mile of muddy fun featuring approximately 15 obstacles, water features and plenty of adventure.

Register online today for $30, or walk up tomorrow for $35.

Who's ready to get muddy? Register now: gardnerkansas.gov/gg

Address

120 E Main Street
Gardner, KS
66030

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19138560936

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