Ridgeland Recreation & Parks

06/13/2026

🎣 Father-Child Fishing Tournament is in 1.5 hours!!!! 🎣

Grab your fishing pole, bait, and bucket, and join us for a morning of family fun at Old Trace Park!

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 8:00–10:00 a.m.
📍 Old Trace Park – Barnett Reservoir

🏆 Prizes awarded for:
🐟 Biggest Fish
🐟 Smallest Fish
🐟 Most Fish

👦 Prize winners are for children 12 years old and under.

💲 FREE to participate!

Bring your favorite fishing buddy and make some memories on the water. We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow morning!

🎣🐟☀️

06/12/2026

🎣 Father-Child Fishing Tournament is TOMORROW! 🎣

Grab your fishing pole, bait, and bucket and join us for a morning of family fun at Old Trace Park!

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 8:00–10:00 a.m.
📍 Old Trace Park – Barnett Reservoir

🏆 Prizes awarded for:
🐟 Biggest Fish
🐟 Smallest Fish
🐟 Most Fish

👦 Prize winners are for children 12 years old and under.

💲 FREE to participate!

Bring your favorite fishing buddy and make some memories on the water. We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow morning!

🎣🐟☀️

06/11/2026

🎣 Cast Your Lines at the Father-Child Fishing Tournament!
Looking for a fun way to spend the morning outdoors with family? Join the Ridgeland Recreation and Parks Department for our upcoming Father-Child Fishing Tournament!
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Old Trace Park, Barnett Reservoir
Cost: Free!
What to bring: Please remember to bring your own fishing pole or rod and reel, bait, and a bucket for your catch.
Tournament Info: Prizes will be awarded to children ages 12 and under in three categories: biggest fish, smallest fish, and most fish.
We hope to see you there for a morning of fun and fishing!

06/09/2026

🎣🐟 Father-Child Fishing Tournament This Saturday! 🐟🎣

Grab your fishing poles and join us for a morning of fun, fishing, and family memories at Old Trace Park!

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Old Trace Park – Barnett Reservoir

🏆 Awards for:
• Biggest Fish
• Smallest Fish
• Most Fish

👧👦 Prize categories are for children ages 12 and under.

✅ Bring your fishing pole (or rod and reel), bait, and a bucket for your catch!
💲 FREE to participate!

Spend quality time outdoors, make lasting memories, and see who can reel in the winning catch! 🎣

Hosted by Ridgeland Recreation & Parks.

🐠🎣🌞

06/09/2026

06/06/2026

🎣 Father-Child Fishing Tournament! 🐟
Looking for the perfect pre-Father's Day activity? Ridgeland Recreation and Parks is hosting a Father-Child Fishing Tournament, and you’re invited! Grab your gear, head to the water, and cast some lines together.

Here are all the details you need to know:
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Old Trade Park (Ross Barnett Reservoir)
Cost: FREE! 🆓

🏆 Prizes & Rules
What to bring: Your own fishing pole/rod and reel, bait, and a bucket for your fish! 🪣
Prize Categories: Biggest fish, smallest fish, and most fish!
Eligibility: Prize winners are for ages 12 years and under.

Whether you're looking to reel in a trophy winner or just enjoy some quiet morning bonding time by the reservoir, it's going to be a fantastic event. See you there! 👋

06/05/2026

🎈🇺🇸 Get ready for an unforgettable night at Ridgeland’s Celebrate America Balloon Glow! 🇺🇸🎈

Join us for an evening filled with glowing hot air balloons, live entertainment, delicious food, family fun, and a spectacular fireworks show. This year’s celebration gets even better with a live performance by country music star George Birge!

Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and patriotic spirit as we celebrate America under a sky filled with color, music, and excitement. With more than 15 hot air balloons lighting up the night and free admission, this is a summer tradition you won’t want to miss.

📍 Northpark, Ridgeland
🎆 Balloon Glow • Live Music • Food Vendors • Kids’ Activities • Fireworks
🎟️ Free Admission

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

🎈🎆 CELEBRATE AMERICA BALLOON GLOW🎆 🎈

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of family fun, patriotism, and live music featuring George Birge!

✨ Watch the sky come alive during the spectacular Balloon Glow
🎶 Enjoy a live performance by George Birge
🍔 Food vendors, family activities, and more
🎆 Celebrate America with friends, family, and community spirit

Bring your lawn chairs, grab your favorite people, and join us for a night full of lights, music, and memories!

Don't miss one of the most exciting summer events of the year!

06/02/2026

Looking for something to do next weekend?! We would love to see you at our annual father child fishing tournament!

Message us for any questions! We will see you there!