Dunwoody residents, get ready to dive into excitement as the local Parks and Recreation department gears up for a summer filled with fun and festivities. This includes the much-awaited seasonal opening of the splash pad at Two Bridges Park. Starting on May 24 at 11 a.m., this event signifies the return of the beloved cooling spot. Attendees will also be treated to complimentary King of Pops and various giveaways to add to the enjoyment, as stated by the City of Dunwoody.
Mayor Lynn Deutsch expressed excitement for the occasion, saying, "After a very successful first season, we’re excited to start running the splash pad again this year; it’s just so much fun for families," while also highlighting the addition of new shade structures aimed at enhancing park-goers' comfort, as per the City of Dunwoody. In the mix of seasonal activities, Dunwoody offers resonances from the Food Truck Thursdays Season Opener, to a celebration of Kids to Parks Day that promises to be a blast with balloon artists, bubbles, and face painters, making Brook Run Park the place to be.
The summer's hot ticket doesn't stop there as Dunwoody's cultural calendar bursts with free outdoor concerts and movies as part of the beloved Groovin’ on the Green series, with nine acts set to perform at the Brook Run Park Amphitheater from June through October, guests can expect family-friendly vibes and are encouraged to cycle or stroll to the venue where they can also feast on offerings from a variety of food trucks, Rachel Waldron, Dunwoody Parks and Recreation Director, shared her enthusiasm about the series that has garnered a loyal following, "These community concerts provide a great opportunity to gather with friends and family to enjoy music in a beautiful, outdoor setting," according to the City of Dunwoody's official website.
As the temperatures rise, so does Dunwoody’s ambition to keep its community engaged and healthy; the parks will roll out new programs ranging from free Equalizer Health classes, self-defense tutorials, to the more whimsical Dwarf Goat Pilates and Meditation sessions, details on these events and more can be found online at the Parks and Recreation website. All summer events are free and open for anyone interested in spending their days under the sun's warm embrace packed with joy, rhythm, and the unmistakable buzz of a community reveling in the season's offering.
