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Charlotte County's REC2U Splash Back to School Event Promises Free Fun for Families at Port Charlotte's McGuire Park

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Published on July 18, 2025
Charlotte County's REC2U Splash Back to School Event Promises Free Fun for Families at Port Charlotte's McGuire ParkSource: Google Street View

Get ready to make a splash, Charlotte County families! The local Community Services is bringing back the summer fun with the REC2U Splash Back to School event. Scheduled for a Saturday, Aug. 9 at the McGuire Park Splash Pad, it promises plenty of wet and wild entertainment for kids and parents alike. Located at 21125 McGuire Ave. in Port Charlotte, the splash pad will play host to variety of water-themed activities.

There's no cost to join in on the festivities, and families can dive in without the need to register beforehand. According to an announcement made by Charlotte County Community Services on yesterday, the day will be packed with water slides and games, and even a food truck for when hunger strikes amid the fun. Face painting and field games are also on the agenda, ensuring that the day will be brimming with activities catered to all ages.

Whether your kids are eager to slip down the slides or perhaps they're more the type to enjoy a good old-fashioned face painting, there’s something for everyone. And with no registration required, it's an open invitation for the community to come and celebrate the end of summer and the start of a new school year.

While the kids play, parents can snag a bite from the local food truck on-site, making it a deliciously convenient way to spend the Saturday. For those looking to mark their calendar, remember the REC2U Splash Back to School is happening Aug. 9, a perfect way to cool off in Florida’s summer heat. Keep in mind, such events also offer a wonderful opportunity for community bonding and making lasting memories before the hustle of the school year begins anew.

To gather more details about the REC2U Splash Back to School event, interested families can visit the official Charlotte County Community Services website. There you can find all the information needed to plan your family’s day out at McGuire Park and ensure the kids get one final hurrah before they head back to the classrooms.

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