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Special Events

If a Special Event requires pre-registration, a link is provided that will take you to our external registration site for that particular event. Our Special Events are typically open for all ages, offer kid-friendly activities, and are held at various facilities throughout the year. If you're new to the area or just visiting, please visit our Find Your Park page for customizable directions to the event locations.

Pre-Season Plunge - Event Associated with Centre GivesPre-Season Plunge Child on Slide

Support Centre Region Parks and Recreation during Centre Gives on Wednesday, May 8 & Thursday, May 9, and receive tickets to this exclusive event!

Event Date:  Friday, May 17 (Rain date: Saturday, May 18)
Time:  4:30-6:30 PM
Age:  All ages welcome

Ticket Quantities:
$15 – One (1) person
$30 – Three (3) people
$55+ – Six (6) people (six is max. for groups)
Location: William Welch Community Pool

Summit the climbing wall, enjoy music and poolside yard games from the Rec on the Go Truck, glide down splashtacular slides, and tackle the inflatable Wibit on the water!

Gifts received during Centre Gives support the Youth Scholarship Program to provide access to CRPR programs that promote physical and mental health and wellness, allow youth to explore their interests, and encourage the development of a life-long passion for the arts, environment, history, and fitness.

SAVE THE DATE!   
Bike Rodeo and Outdoor MovieBike Rodeo

Wednesday, July 17
Bike Rodeo - 6-8 PM - Register now!
Outdoor Movie - 8:45 PM (or dark)
All ages
LOCATION TBD
Free!

Get ready to ride and roll, folks! Join us for our Bike Rodeo and Outdoor Movie Night – the perfect combo for a fun-filled evening! This fun, free family event is open to all ages and tailored to children and youth with lots of fun activities designed to set young riders up for safety. Stay after the rodeo for an outdoor screening of a movie on our inflatable screen. (movie title to be announced!) Please visit www.crpr.org for event updates. Registration is required for the Bike Rodeo so we have enough free helmets for kids! This event is offered in partnership with PennDot and the Centre Region Planning Agency. 
 

Fall Feet 5K Run/Walk5K Logo

Saturday, September 14 - Register now!
9 AM Race Start
All Ages Welcome
$30 Race fee – Before 9/1/24
$45 Race fee
Circleville Park, 200 Little Lion Drive, State College PA

As fall peaks around the corner, we invite you to lace up your running shoes for the Fall Feet 5K Run/Walk! All event proceeds support the CRPR Youth Scholarships Program, which opens doors to recreation! This first-ever 5K/Fun Run will begin and end at Circleville Park in Patton Township. The race is open to all ages. We will hold a special Fun Run inside the park for kids, ages 10 & under!  The race course begins at Circleville Park (upper lot area), then travels out onto the Circleville Bike Path, up to Scotia Road (turn around), and back into the park where you'll loop around and finish. There are a few rolling hills along the way (avg. elevation gain of 211 feet). Register before September 1st and receive a custom race shirt!  This race is chip-timed by Falcon Race Timing. Prizes will be awarded to top runners in various age categories.  Details regarding packet pick-up will be shared closer to the date of the race. If you'd like to sponsor this race, please email the Race Coordinator, Beth Lee!