This July, the City of Loveland is proud to join the nationwide celebration of Parks & Recreation Month with the theme “Build Together, Play Together.”
Our parks, trails, facilities, and recreation programs play a vital role in creating vibrant, healthy communities—and this month we're showcasing how Loveland Parks & Recreation brings people together, provides essential services, and fosters personal and community growth.
Throughout July, we’ll offer a full calendar of exciting events and activities for all ages and interests. Some events may require fees or pre-registration.
Featured Events:
- Thursday, July 10 – Full Moon Bike Ride | 8:00–9:30 PM | $8 - Ride Loveland’s Recreation Trail by moonlight on a guided tour. Bring your own bike, water, and wear reflective/light-colored clothing. Helmets required.
- Saturday, July 12 – Astronomy Night at Prairie Ridge Natural Area | 9:30 PM | FREE - (Registration Required) Gaze at the stars and planets over the Rockies with telescopes provided. Register at offero.cityofloveland.org.
- Sunday, July 13 – Loveland Farmers Market at Fairgrounds Park | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM - Share what you love about Loveland Parks & Recreation with sidewalk chalk art! Plus, explore the Trek the Thompson experience nearby.
- Monday, July 14 – Batting Cages at Barnes Softball Complex | 5:15–8:00 PM - Take a swing at baseball & softball stations. Bats and helmets provided. $1 tokens (limit 5 per customer) and 20% off cage rentals.
- Tuesday, July 15 – Pool Party at Winona Outdoor Pool | 6:00–8:00 - PM -First 200 guests swim FREE! Enjoy a live DJ, swimming, and yard games with family and friends.
- Wednesday, July 16 – Train Rides at North Lake Park | 12:00–8:00 PM - Ride the Buckhorn Northern Railroad replica for FREE—a fun treat for all ages!
- Thursday, July 17 – SNAG Golf at Cattail Creek Golf Course | 5:00–7:00 PM | FREE - Try SNAG (Starting New At Golf) with the family—perfect for beginners!
- Friday, July 18 – Morning Yoga at Mehaffey Park (South Entrance) | 8:00 AM | FREE - Enjoy a gentle outdoor yoga class. Please bring your own mat and water.
- Thursday, July 24 – Bats by the River: Natural Areas After Dark | 8:30–9:30 PM | FREE - (Registration Required) Learn about bats with a slide show, activities, and a guided walk. Register at offero.cityofloveland.org.
- Saturday, July 26 – GPS Family Treasure Hunt | Time: 2 morning sessions | Registration Required; $49 Fee per team of 5 Embark on an exciting geocaching adventure at Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park. One fee covers up to five participants. GPS training provided.
- Thursday, July 31 – Chilson Summer Party | 4:00–6:00 PM | FREE - Celebrate summer with the Mobile Recreation Trailer, popsicles, photo booth fun, merchandise sales, and your last chance to submit coloring sheets for the contest!
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“Build Together, Play Together captures what Parks and Recreation is all about—connecting our community through shared experiences,” said Kara Kish, Director of the City of Loveland’s Parks & Recreation Department. “We encourage everyone to join in the fun, explore new activities, and celebrate what makes Loveland special.”
For information about events please visit lovgov.org/PRevents and follow us on Facebook or Instagram for updates.
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About City of Loveland Parks & Recreation:
The Parks & Recreation Department provides access to health, wellness, community and quality of life for Loveland residents and visitors. Its mission is to provide effective, efficient and high-quality leisure facilities, sites, services and programs through the three pillars of parks and recreation – conservation, health & wellness and social equity – to make a positive impact on the community. For more info, visit LovGov.org/ParksRecreation.
About the National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. With more than 60,000 members, NRPA advances this mission by investing in and championing the work of park and recreation professionals and advocates — the catalysts for positive change in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. For more information, visit nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit parksandrecreation.org.
