Kearney Park & Recreation

06/14/2026

⛳🪣 Think you've got what it takes to conquer Bucket Golf? Grab your friends and join us for a fun-filled Bucket Golf Drop-In Tournament!

🏆 9-hole course
🎉 All skill levels welcome
🥇 Awards for top participants
💲 Just $5 to play

📍 Ernest Grundy Tennis Center – June 15, 6:30 PM
📍 Yanney Park Senior Center – July 9, 6:30 PM

Pre-register today at KPRreg.org or pay the night of the event. Arrive 10 minutes early and get ready for some bucket-loads of fun! 🪣⛳

06/13/2026

Splash Bash Pool Party!

06/13/2026

🎨🌸 Watercolor Painting in The Gardens 🌸🎨
✅ All materials provided
✅ Great for beginners or experienced artists
📍 The Gardens at Yanney Heritage Park
👤 Ages 18+

📅 Session 1: Tuesday, July 7
📅 Session 2: Wednesday, July 15
⏰ 6:00–7:30pm

Pre-registration required!
📞 308-237-4644
💻 KPRreg.org

06/12/2026

The Cottonmill Yacht Club & Yanney Swan Shoppe are OPEN! Come out and enjoy a snack from our concessions and float on the water!

HOURS: Thursday-Sunday from 12:00-7:00pm.
RENTALS:
Paddle Boats, Pondtini, Canoes, Kayaks . $10 per ½ hour
Stand Up Paddle Boards (Yanney only) . . .$10 per ½ hour
Disc Golf Discs (Cottonmill only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1 per hour
Volleyballs, Washers, Ladder Golf
(Cottonmill only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2 per hour
All rentals require a driver’s license. Each boat must be
accompanied by a person age 16 or older

06/12/2026

Don't miss out, register today!!

KPRreg.org

🏐DEADLINE EXTENSION 🏐

We have extended the registration deadline for our Adult Sand Volleyball league. Don't miss out on this first time opportunity to enjoy a great atmosphere full of sand volleyball with Kearney Park & Recreation in partnership with UNK Campus Recreation! Captains can now register their teams through this Friday, June 12.

Register online at KPRreg.org, give us a call at 308-237-4644, or stop by in person at 1930 University Drive in Kearney!

06/11/2026

🏐DEADLINE EXTENSION 🏐

We have extended the registration deadline for our Adult Sand Volleyball league. Don't miss out on this first time opportunity to enjoy a great atmosphere full of sand volleyball with Kearney Park & Recreation in partnership with UNK Campus Recreation! Captains can now register their teams through this Friday, June 12.

Register online at KPRreg.org, give us a call at 308-237-4644, or stop by in person at 1930 University Drive in Kearney!

06/10/2026

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Kearney Park & Recreation is now accepting applications for a Turf Specialist. Join the Kearney Park & Recreation team as a Turf Specialist and help keep Kearney looking its best.

Learn more: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofkearney/jobs/5371179/turf-specialist-full-time?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

06/10/2026

In our Oil & Chalk Pastels class, participants had a blast exploring new techniques, experimenting with vibrant colors, and turning their artistic ideas into beautiful works of art!

06/10/2026

Peterson Activity Center is hiring for the Senior Services Program Assistant. Check out all the details below!

NOW HIRING!

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in our community? The City of Kearney is hiring a Senior Services Program Assistant to help support programs, activities, and services that enhance the lives of our senior residents.

If you enjoy working with people, staying organized, and creating positive experiences for others, we’d love to have you join our team!

Apply today and help make a meaningful impact at the Peterson Senior Activity Center.

Salary starting at $52,619.

View the full job posting and apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofkearney/jobs/5347942/senior-services-program-assistant?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

06/10/2026

Heritage Day was a huge success! 🎉 None of it would have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Thank you for helping bring this event to life and making such a positive impact on our community. We are incredibly grateful for your partnership!