The Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of recreational programs and events throughout the year, including trips and athletic leagues.
Registration for Programs
NOTE: Most programs require a completed program registration form. While many are free, some do have a participation fee. You may register in person, by phone or by mail.To register by mail, send your completed program form and any payment required to: Kannapolis Parks and Recreation, 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis, NC 28081. Please make checks payable to “City of Kannapolis.”
Many of programs are currently available for on-line registration. If you would like to register on-line for a program, click on the link in the program description and you will be re-directed to a new page for registration. If no link is present, then on-line registration is not available. Please call our office to register by phone or for more information. To browse all programs, visit our site: https://apm.activecommunities.com/kannapolisnc/Home
CALL FOR ARTISTS - STREET PERFORMERS & BUSKERS
Attention muscians, mimes, juggles, human statues and street performers of all characters: The City of Kannapolis has recently released it's guide for street performers on West Avenue. We are currently doing a call for artists with performance time slots beginning in the Spring. If you are interested, please review the program, poicies and complete an application. For questions, comments or concerns, please contact parks@kannapolisnc.gov.
Youth & Family Programs
To be added to our Youth Programs Mailing List and recieve information about upcoming family and youth programs, please supply your contact information HERE.
Story Time in a Shelter
Village Park, Shelter C (700 West C St)
Thursday, October 21st - 10 am
Take Home Craft Kits
A variety of themed take home craft & activity kits are offered reguarly.
From baking to dinosuar digs, we have it all!
Click HERE to see what we have available now.
Adult Programs and Day Trips
Line Dancing
Come to learn or refresh the classics, or to explore a new modern twist.
Everyone is guaranteed to have a great time as we socialize, have fun, and dance!
6:30-8:00 pm - Village Park Program Room - 700 West C Street Kannapolis
$5/Person - No advance registration necessary (cash only)
Wednesdays - Intermediate
Thursdays - Beginners
Line Dancing class will be a FREE class held in the Village Park Ampitheater on Thursday, September 30th.
Adult Day Trips
The Parks and Recreation department occasionally offers day trips for adults.
Trips are for adults 18 and older unless otherwise noted. Trips sometimes have potential to last longer and/or end earlier than expected. Many trips may have a lot of walking so please wear comfortable shoes.
To be added to our mailing list and receive new trip brochures, please click HERE to supply your mailing address.
Please call Jill Sellers at 704-920-4343, or email jsellers@kannapolisnc.gov if you have any questions.
Current Trip Offerings
**Day Trip registration is currently on hold for all Fall 2021 day trips, please check back for updates**.
Register in one of three ways:
- Online (reccommended) HERE
- In person: Kannapolis City Hall 401 Laureate Way. 3rd floor waiting room area will open at 8 am on 8/24.
- Over the phone: 704-920-4343. Please note, when using this method your registration is not confirmed until you speak with staff. No registrations are taken via voicemail message.
At time of registration, a 20% deposit is due to hold your place on the trip(s) you sign up for.
Southern Supreme Fruitcake Factory
Bear Creek, NC
Wednesday, November 17th
Before visiting the world famous Southern Supreme, we will have lunch at a local favorite. At the famous fruitcake factory, we will enjoy a tour, samples, and time for shopping just in time for the holidays!
Registration and fees:
Resident: $10/Person ($2 due @ registration)
Non-Resident: $15/Person ($3 due @ registration)
Final payment due: November 3rd
Leave Village Park: 10 am, Return: 5 pm.
Lunch is NOT included!
Minimal walking.
Charlotte Christmas Village & Light the Knight
Charlotte, NC
Thursday, December 2nd
Enjoy a walk through holiday experience at Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights! From Christmas Tree Lane, to the snowtastic Winter Wonderland, you'll be treated to tens of thousands of lights, trees, and displays as you stroll through the ballpark, culminating at the Charlotte Christmas Village.
Registration and fees:
Resident: $15/Person ($3 due @ registration)
Non-Resident: $20/Person ($4 due @ registration)
Final payment due: November 17th
Leave **CITY HALL** 4:15 pm, Return: 8 pm.
Dinner is NOT included!
Moderate walking.
Polar Express Train Ride Experience
Spencer, NC
Wednesday, December 15th
After stopping for dinner on the way to Spencer, we will arrive at Barber Junction to board the Polar Express. The 75 minute train experience includes a stop at the North Pole, cookies, and hot chocolate for everyone. Following the train ride, participants can shop at Candy Cane Lane, snap a photo with St. Nick and more!
Registration and fees:
Resident: $55/Person ($11 due @ registration)
Non-Resident: $60/Person ($12 due @ registration)
Final payment due: December 2nd
Leave **CITY HALL** 4:30 pm, Return: 10 pm.
Dinner is NOT included!
Moderate walking.