🌳 Get Outdoors! Palm Bay Celebrates National Kids to Parks Day May 17
City's Recreation Department hosts free events at multiple parks for annual day of outdoor fun. 📅
Palm Bay, FL - Palm Bay residents are invited to celebrate National Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 17th, 2025.
This annual nationwide event, organized by the National Park Trust, encourages children and families to discover the outdoors and explore their local parks. The Palm Bay Recreation Department has planned a day of free activities across multiple city locations to mark the occasion.
Featured Celebration at Fred Poppe Regional Park 🎉
The main Kids to Parks Celebration will take place at Fred Poppe Regional Park, located at 1951 Malabar Road SW, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This event promises a variety of free entertainment for the whole family.
Activities at Fred Poppe Regional Park include:
Awesome inflatables provided by Bounce City 321.
Free shaved ice from Kona Ice to help everyone cool off.
Additional activities to keep kids entertained throughout the event.
Music and entertainment provided by DJ Austin Johnson from Yemad LLC.
Dive In or Hike Out: More Activities Across Palm Bay 🏊♀️🚶♂️
Beyond the main celebration, the Recreation Department is hosting events at other popular Palm Bay locations:
Palm Bay Aquatic Center Pool Bash: Enjoy free open swimming all day at the Aquatic Center, located at 1200 DeGroodt Road SE. Wassi Ice will have frozen treats available for purchase.
Youth Nature Hike at Turkey Creek Sanctuary: Explore the natural wonders of Turkey Creek Sanctuary, located at 1518 Port Malabar Boulevard NE, with a free nature hike starting at 9:00 AM. Space is limited for the hike, so interested participants should reserve a spot by calling (321) 676-6690.
Kids to Parks Day is a fantastic opportunity for families to connect with nature and enjoy the numerous parks and recreational facilities Palm Bay has to offer.
Join the Fun and Explore Your Parks!
These free events are designed to encourage outdoor adventure and foster a love for parks and public lands in the next generation.
Gather your family and head out to a Palm Bay park on Saturday, May 17th, for Kids to Parks Day! Visit https://www.PalmBayFL.gov/Parks for more information on these events and other city parks. 📍
Celebrate the importance of outdoor play and discover the green spaces right here in our community.
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