Special Events

Special Events 
Trunk or Treat and Scarecrow Contest Registration is OPEN!
Register here!

TRY-athlon: Swim, Bike, Run
Join us for the 3rd Annual Kids TRY-athlon event! Kids with special needs up to age 22 are invited to participate in this adaptive SWIM-BIKE-RUN event. Each participant should have at least one coach per leg of the event to assist them with transfer stations, adaptive equipment, safety, etc. Friends and family are invited to celebrate these athletes by cheering them on throughout the race and attending the Finisher Party at the Community Park. More details, including training advice and gear suggestions, will be sent once registration has closed.

September 30
8am-12pm
Location: Community Pool & Park
Fee: $50, includes bib/t-shirt, medal & swag bag.
Register Here


Park Party-Bark-B-Que
Join our District Recreation staff for an evening of fun at your local park! Enjoy FREE food, music, and family/K-9 oriented activities and games. Dogs are encouraged to join (on leashes). Bring your favorite picnic blanket.

Wednesday, October 4
5:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Community Park (Dog Park side)

Oktoberfest Luncheon
Join us for this fun annual event! There will be a catered lunch, raffle prizes, a live band, and dancing! 
Friday, October 13
10:30am-1pm
Location: District Gym: 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills
$5 Registration Fee includes a meal and a raffle ticket.
Call with any questions: 916-614-3200
Register Here

Pumpkin Splash Patch
Begin your quest for the perfect Halloween pumpkin at the Pumpkin Splash Patch at Community Pool.  Children 3 to 10 years of age should come wearing their swimsuits for this holiday hunt.  Participants will hunt for their perfect pumpkin in a heated pool, decorate it, and take it home. In addition, there will also be open swim.  The price includes a pumpkin, decorating supplies, a swim pass for the day, and a special Trick-or-Treat goodie bag.
REGISTER HERE
All regular rules apply. 
*
Children 6 and under must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times, including in the water.
October 14
1pm-3pm
Fee: $18
Location: Community Pool, 1021 Harvard Way
 
"Name That Tune"
Take a walk down memory lane and enjoy fun music from the past in this interactive game. 
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
1pm
Location: Gilmore Senior Center
Free! 

Punt, Pass, and Kick
A friendly competition where individual player compete to see who can kick or throw the farthest and run the fastest. This event is for participants 6 and up for both boys and girls.  We have five age groups (6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15) that are eligible to compete in separate boys’ and girls’ divisions.  A valid birth certificate and parental approval are required, but no registration fee or purchase is required to enter.   You must register your child for a Local event and show up on the day of the event with proof of age to compete. Participants may only register for and compete at one Local event each year.
Saturday, October 21st
3pm-6pm
Location: Promontory Park (El Dorado Hills, CA)
Free!

District Registration Here   
Participants must also register online through the www.ppkusa.com website.  See Link below.
 PPK REGISTRATION HERE

Senior Resource Fair
Local vendors will provide great information and resources for seniors! Raffle prizes and snacks will be provided. No sign up required!
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
10am-12pm
Location: District Gym: 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills
Free! 

Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treaters walk from trunk to trunk, collecting candy from volunteers who have decorated their vehicles to serve as a backdrop for this spook-tacular event!  Our Trunk or Treat Event is open to all ages, individuals, families, clubs, groups, & businesses.  Each person, family or group may only enter one time.  Your vehicle & design must fit within designated space (2 parking spaces).  Applications will be accepted from September 1 through Wednesday, October 18. 

You may begin setting up/decorating your space as early as 12pm on Friday, October 27. All decorating must be completed no later than 3:30pm. Take down begins immediately after event but no earlier than 6:45pm. All decorations and vehicles must be cleared by end of evening on Friday, October 27.

Register Here

Friday October 27
4:30pm-7pm
Location: Community Park Parking Lot
Free! 

Scarecrow Contest

Have you always wanted to create your own scarecrow? Gather up your supplies and enter the District’s Annual Scarecrow Contest!  Our Scarecrow Contest is open to all ages, individuals, families, clubs, groups & businesses.  Each person, family or group may only enter one time.  Applications will be accepted from September 1, 2023* through Wednesday, October 18, 2023.  *Non-residents will be able to register starting September 15, 2023. 

Register Here

Friday October 27
4:30pm-7pm
Location: Community Park Parking Lot
Free! 

Cookies with Santa - Registration opens November 1
Come visit Santa Claus! He will be making a special appearance as Santa's helpers will be serving cookies and hot chocolate.  Children under 2 years of age are free - During registration, you will be prompted to answer how many children under 2 are attending. All family members attending must be registered (children, 2 years and over, & parents/guardians)

Friday, December 1
4pm-6pm
Location: District Gym: 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills
 
Breakfast with Santa - Registration opens November 1
Start the yuletide season off with a festive morning of holiday cheer. Event includes breakfast, visit with Santa and a holiday craft.  Children under 2 years of age are free - During registration, you will be prompted to answer how many children under 2 are attending. All family members attending must be registered (children 2 years and over & parents/guardians)

Saturday, December 2

Location: District Gym: 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills
Two Seating Times Available:
8am-9:15am
10am-11:15am