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Special Events
Come PLAY with us! Enjoy family-friendly events and activities all year long with Mansfield Parks and Recreation.
Click here for the calendar of upcoming classes and programs, or keep reading for department special events.
Spooky Fun for Everyone!Check out these Halloween-themed classes and events happening all month long. See registration link for fees, ages and other details:Spooky Chemistry: Saturday, Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. Spider Sniffing Hike: Saturday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. Fall Family Fun Night: Saturday, Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. Man House Ghost Hunt: Friday, Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. Spooky Night Hike: Saturday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. Creepy Crawly Hike: Saturday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. Preschool Pumpkin & Bat Painting: Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. SUPERKids Boo Bash: Thursday, Oct. 26 at 6 p.m. Boo Bash: Friday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. Pumpkin & Bat Class: Saturday, Oct. 28 at 10:30 a.m. Trail-o-ween: Saturday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. Pumpkin & Bat Class: Tuesday, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. | |
Boo BashFriday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m.All treats, no tricks for our little goblins at the MAC; includes games, food and lots of candy! Click here to register | |
Trail-o-weenSaturday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m.Enjoy a not-so-spooky walk along the linear trail with photo ops, crafts and other free activities. Click here for more information | |
Veterans Day Parade & SaluteSaturday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m.Honor our heroes with a parade through Historic Downtown Mansfield and patriotic salute concert. Click here for more information | |
Member Appreciation EventFriday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m.It's a members-only night of fun and games to show just how much we care! More details coming soon. | |
Nerf NightTuesday Nov. 21 at 5:30 or 7 p.m.We'll set up the obstacles, you bring your blasters and your best game face! Click here to register | |
Hometown HolidaysNovember-DecemberCelebrate the season in your favorite hometown with a month of holiday cheer around the city. Click here to see the full calendar of events | |
Snowman RunSaturday, Dec. 9 at 9 a.m.Frozen fun for everyone! Tis the season for family-friendly fun run with hot cocoa and s'mores at the finish line. Registration info coming soon | |
Jane Austen Day Tea PartySaturday, Dec. 16 at 2 p.m.Jane Austen literally wrote the book on Mansfield Park(s) so we're celebrating her with a teatime toast! Registration info coming soon | |
Candy Cane HuntFriday, Dec. 22 at 2 p.m.Join us for a free candy cane hunt along the linear trail with games, prizes and tinsel-tastic fun for all! |
Winter WalkSaturday, Jan 14 at 9 a.m.Start the year off on the right foot with a healthy and fun walk/run for the whole family! Registration info coming soon. | |
Stargazing with AstronomersSaturday, Jan. 27 at 5 p.m.Get up close and personal with the constellations with high powered telescopes and trained experts. Registration info coming soon. | |
2.22 Tutu 2.2 Fun RunThursday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m.This free fun run/walk includes costume contests, photo ops and too-too much fun! Registration info coming soon. | |
Nerf NightTuesday March 12 at 5:30 or 7 p.m.We'll set up the obstacles, you bring your blasters and your best game face! Click here to register | |
Bunny BrunchSaturday, March 23 at 9 or 10 a.m.Hop in to the MAC for crafts, breakfast and one-on-one time with the bunny. Spaces fill quickly! Click here to register | |
Monarch FestivalSaturday, May 11 at 9 a.m.Ring in spring with a free festival including games, crafts and a butterfly house to explore. Registration info coming soon. | |
Super Awesome Toddler TriSaturday, May 18 at 10 a.m.Little heroes run (or crawl), bike (or trike) and finally splash in our sprinklers (no floaties required!) Registration info coming soon. |
100 Hours of PLAYJune 1-July 31Make it a screen-free summer to remember with our award-winning challenge and events! Click here for more information | |
Nerf NightTuesday June 18 at 5:30 or 7 p.m.We'll set up the obstacles, you bring your blasters and your best game face for a night of active, screen-free fun! Click here to register | |
Juneteenth FestivalSaturday, June 15 at 4 p.m.The annual celebration includes a full day of live entertainment, shopping & more. Click here for more information. | |
Mansfield RocksWednesday, July 3 at 6 p.m.Independence Day really *rocks* in Mansfield! Join us for fireworks, food & more Click here for more information. |