Kent Park and Recreation

10/22/2026

THIS WEEKEND! Come join us for the Kent CT Pumpkin Run's 50th run by running in the 10:30am kid's fun run! Register at the chamber website! runsignup . com / Race / Events / CT / Kent / KentPumpkinRun

10/13/2026

We are hiring! We are looking for individuals who are interested in working at our After School Program as Park and Recreation Program Assistants! Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Salary range is $16.94/hour - $18.00/hour.

If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to Matt Frasher, Parks and Recreation Director at [email protected]

For more information with the job description, visit https://www.townofkentct.gov/home/news/parks-recreation-seeking-program-assistant

10/09/2026

We have so much going on, we had to condense it to one post!
One thing not listed, our 50th KENT PUMPKIN RUN on Sunday 10/25! Registration is through the Kent CT Chamber of Commerce at https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Kent/kentpumpkinrunturns50

We can't wait to co-host events with our other partners Kent Land Trust, Kent School, Cornwall Park and Recreation, Sharon Parks & Rec, Salisbury Parks & Rec, Canaan Parks & Rec,

Sign up, register, and visit us online at kentct.myrec.com, or contact Matt at 860.927.1003 or [email protected].

10/07/2026

🌕 A Full Moon + Kent Land Trust+ Kent Park and Recreation = The Perfect Friday Night! 🌲✨

Join Kent Land Trust and Kent Parks and Recreation for a special Full Moon Hike! Come stretch your legs, enjoy the trails, and experience the magic of the landscape under the light of the full moon. 🌕🥾

Bring a flashlight or headlamp, dress for the weather, and get ready for an evening of fresh air, good company, and a little nighttime adventure.

And if you’re feeling especially adventurous… make it a full weekend of KLT fun and join us the next day for our stewardship volunteer work day(see next post)😉

📅 Friday, October 23
🌕 Full Moon Hike
📍 Kent, CT

Registration is required. Check out bit.ly/KLTactivities for details and to sign up.



The Kent Dispatch Town of Kent,CT Kent CT Chamber of Commerce

09/24/2026

Join us for a Regional Senior Lunch at the Salisbury Senior Center on October 22nd at 12pm! Spots are limited. Please reserve your spot by contacting Bethaney at [email protected] or (860) 419-5337

09/15/2026

We were going to write a pun about yoga, but it's a bit of a stretch!
Yoga is back with Yoga & Mindfulness With DAWN starting Tuesday October 6th.

Classes will be at the Kent Community House from 4:30pm - 5:30pm.
For more information or to register, visit us at kentct.myrec.com

09/12/2026

Back by popular demand! You asked, so we’re hiking it again!

Step back in time and join us for Hiking in History: Bulls Bridge Edition.

On Sunday, September 20 at 10:00 AM, we’ll explore the trails surrounding one of Kent’s most iconic landmarks—the historic Bulls Bridge. This guided hike will uncover the stories, legends, and natural beauty woven into the landscape. Co hosted by Kent Historical Society Kent Land Trust, and Kent Parks & Rec, this is an Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area hike.

The hike is just under 3 miles and of moderate difficulty. Come ready to walk, learn, and see this familiar place through a whole new lens!

Bulls Bridge Scenic Area — Route 7 & Bulls Bridge Road

Sturdy footwear recommended, please bring water! Registration is required so we can communicate parking and weather-related changes.

Free and open to the public!

Bring your water bottle, your sturdy shoes, and—most importantly—your curiosity. We’ll bring the history!

Register at:
https://bit.ly/KLTactivities
[email protected] | 860.488.9185
[email protected] | 860.927.1003

09/11/2026

We want to let you know that our kentct.myrec.com site is temporarily offline for emergency maintenance.

MyRec.com is working to restore service as soon as possible. We're sorry for the disruption.

09/08/2026

Join us for ONE LAST CONCERT!
Kent Land Trust Dean Snellback, BluesyLand Band

🎶 ONE LAST CONCERT! 🎶

We’re wrapping up the 2026 Town to Trust Music Series with one final night of great music, dancing, and community fun!

Join us on the Kent Land Trust field -Thursday, September 10th from 5:30–7:00 PM for Dean Snellbeck & BluesyLand Band. Come enjoy the music, bring your friends, and celebrate another wonderful summer of live music in Kent! 💜🎵

💙 Help support the Kent Food Bank! Please bring a non-perishable food item or make a monetary donation at the concert.

Presented by Kent Park and Recreation, Kent Land Trust, and Kent, CT Lions Club.

Don’t miss the final show of the season! 🎸🎶

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