HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The City of Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation Department has released their 2026 annual schedule, highlighting a full year of community events, programs, races, festivals, and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages.
“Our team works year-round to create a schedule that brings people together and makes the most of our parks and facilities,” said Toby Hudson, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation. “The 2026 schedule continues that tradition, offering a strong mix of returning favorites and new experiences we’re excited to share with the community.”
The hefty schedule includes longstanding traditions like Touch-a-Truck, the Hoptown Half Marathon, Squealin’ on the Square, fireworks on the Fourth of July, Hoptown Idol, the Summer Salute, chili cookoff and a variety of holiday events. This year, parks and recreation is also facilitating baseball and softball tournaments along with recurring HopTown Nights events through spring, summer and fall.
Year-round they will be offering pickleball at the Thomas Street Recreation Center, with other seasonal sports including volleyball and youth soccer.
Residents are encouraged to review the full 2026 schedule, mark their calendars early, and stay connected for updates, registration information, and event details as they become available.
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