Summerville, SC Parks & Recreation

11/10/2026

Need a new spot where you can walk around and enjoy the great outdoors?
We've got just the place, with the opening of the new Summerville Ashley River Preserve!

You're invited to join us next Friday, Nov. 20th, for the grand opening of this new nature preserve. Located adjacent to the Jessen Boat Landing (4849 Ladson Road), this space provides additional boardwalks, paths, and fishing opportunities for us to enjoy all while maintaining our local greenspace and ecosystem.

The opening event is Nov. 20th at 10am. We'll see you there!

11/09/2026

We can safely say that it's beginning to look a lot like CHRISTMAS! 🎄

Our annual Old Time Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony & Celebration is just a few weeks away! Mark your calendars and get ready to welcome the winter season with us on Tues., Dec. 1st.
Event starts at 5:30pm, with the ceremony and Christmas tree lighting beginning at 6pm. You can expect music, food trucks, live window displays, and a special appearance from the one and only Santa Claus. 🎅

A huge thank you to Renewal By Andersen for once again sponsoring this year's event. For more information, be sure to check out SummervilleParks.com!

11/08/2026

11/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Sweet Tea Half Marathon event yesterday!

11/07/2026

Don't forget, we've got another Beyond the Bell program for kids with special needs and disabilities this Monday (Nov. 9).

Whether you need some specialty after-school programs or are looking for a chance for your child to make new friends, this program is for you. Each session has plenty of games and engaging activities in a supportive environment.

Registration is required! You can register online at the link here: https://secure.rec1.com/SC/summerville-sc/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ1NjIxNjQ=

11/06/2026

Here’s the info you need to know for the Sweet Tea Half Marathon!

11/05/2026

Mason the Mason Jar is feeling especially thankful that we put a new hat on him 🦃🍁

He’s got a pilgrim hat on for the Thanksgiving season. You can check him out near Town of Summerville, SC town hall.
Be sure to say hi and get a pic of him, especially if you’re here for the Sweet Tea Half Marathon this Saturday!

11/04/2026

Ghosts & goblins have had their fun, now it's TURKEY TIME! 🦃

We've got another Tot Time Picnic planned for November, along with more DANCE MODE sessions. Listen to Miss Laurel tell Thanksgiving stories while enjoying some snacks or move your body and shake your tail feathers to some music. Mark your calendars for...

📍Dance Mode: Nov. 12th - 10am
📍Turkey Tot Picnic: Nov. 19th - 10am
📍Turkey Tot Dance Mode: Nov. 19th - 11am

Sign up today at the link here: https://secure.rec1.com/SC/summerville-sc/catalog/index/1786c2db31da1f5d3210c0ec5843799e?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZjYXRlZ29yeSU1QjEyMzEyJTVEPTE=

11/03/2026

Here's the important info YOU need to know if you're racing in the Sweet Tea Half Marathon this Saturday!!!

We're only a few days away from the Sweet Tea Half Marathon!!!!

If you're registered to race, here's the important info YOU need to know.

📍Packet Pick Up - Friday, Nov. 6
Time: 12pm to 7pm
Location: The Rollins Edwards Community Center @ 301 N Hickory St. Summerville, SC 29483

Please bring a valid ID and your race confirmation #. Someone else can pick up your packet for you, so long as they have a copy of your ID.

If you are unable to get your packet on Nov. 6th, there will be late pickup available at 6am on race day at the Hutchinson Square stage (200 S. Main St.).

📍Race Day - Sat., Nov. 7th
Time: 7am to 10:30am
Location: Hutchinson Square (200 S. Main St., Summerville, SC 29483)

Parking is available around the area, with a free parking garage located next to Town Hall off of W. Richardson Ave. Races will officially start at around 7am, with corralled start times.

All races will start at the same location close to the intersection of Doty St. and Cedar St. Finish for the 10K and 5K are at the same location, with finish for the Half Marathon located on the opposite side of Doty. St. closest to the Summerville Museum.

📍Race Cut Off Times and Map
Runners must be past these certain areas by the times listed below.

-Half Marathon - Entering Newington Neighborhood within 90 minutes.

-10K - Past James Allan/Shepard Park within 90 minutes.

Runners have the following times to finish the race:

-Half Marathon - 3 hours and 30 minutes

-10K - 2 hours and 30 minutes

You can find a link for the individual maps here: https://www.plotaroute.com/routecollection/18676?fbclid=IwY2xjawNwm55leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHuACiPRwczte83C8N9rOfd_-P43brwvgTHzjWh3Zpi0664mcW1S0SKTwaJ-j_aem_NrxSqgippH4TCyf8NhfM6A

You can also consult the course map that shows the layout for all three races with the image below.

📍RaceDay Check In App
For checking in for the race, you'll want to download the RaceDay Check In App: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/57868/

📍Race Prizes
All race participants will receive a medal for completing either of the 3 races.
Special prize mugs are available for those who place in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in their respective age groups and genders. We also have special prizes for individuals who get overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd and masters/grandmasters for men and women 40-49 and 50+. You can collect those prizes after you finish the race at the stage in Hutchinson Square at any time before 10:30am.

If you have any questions or need help with anything else, please let us know at the email addresses below:
[email protected]

[email protected]

We're looking forward to racing with you all this Saturday!!!