Special Events
Kerry’s Kids’ and Teen Mud Run
Kids’ and Teens’ Mud Run July 11, 2026
A Fun-Filled Day of Challenges, Games & Celebration!
Obstacle courses!
This year, youth racers will take part in age-appropriate muddy obstacle course challenges and fun activities designed to:
✅ Build their skills
✅ Boost confidence
✅ Maximize fun
Get ready for a day full of energy, teamwork, and celebration!
Fidler Pond’s Fantastic Fishing Derby
Calling all fishers! Bring your families, fishing poles and bait to Fidler Pond
Park to join us for our annual Fantastic Fishing Derby. Awards will be given to participants ages 3–17 for the first fish caught, the smallest fish caught, the largest fish caught and whatever else we can think of to award! No fishing license is required for this event.
When: June 6
Location: Fidler Pond Park, 1424 Lincolnway East
Fee: $5 per person
Ages: 3–17
Register: Now through June 2nd at Goshen Park Office, 524 East Jackson Street, or online
Contact: Kim Stephens at 574-537-3843 or email kimberleestephens@goshencity.com
Click here for Online Registration
Touch-a-Truck
Date: Saturday August 22
Time: 10am – 12noon
Location: Shanklin Park
Description: First hour is sensory free time. This event provides a unique opportunity for children to explore vehicles of all types in one place. Vehicle types may include public service, emergency, utility, construction, and just plain cool! Children will be allowed to touch, climb on and ask questions about their favorite vehicles in a safe, supervised environment. Accompanying personnel will teach the children about the vehicles and how they benefit us and our community. This event is free for all ages.
Senior Health Expo
Join Us September 12, 2026 at Pringle Park from 10am to 1pm for a Day of Fun & Fitness!
Activities You can try Include:
- Pickleball
- Volleyball
- Drum Circle
- Zumba
- Walking & More!
Events for all abilities try what you are comfortable with!
After the Event:
- Multiple community health businness and organziation will offer information, heatlh checks, and immunization information, housing, health insurance and much more.
- Community Health Fair vendors are onsite the duration of the event. Come when you can!
Stay Updated & Register: Free Event
Don’t Miss Out on a Day of Fun, Fitness & Community!
Trunk-or-Treat
Trunk or Treat – Goshen Parks & Recreation When: Saturday, October 24, 2026• 2:00–4:00 PM Location: Shanklin Park • Free to the public Calling all families for food, fun, and trick-or-treating! See decorated trunks, fun costumes (optional but encouraged), and enjoy fall activities including a free Halloween movie playing during the event to enjoy while you visit one of our many food vendors before or after you Trunk or Treat. Rain or shine—the festivities are on! Questions? Contact Kimberlee Stephens at kimberleestephens@ goshencity.com.
Vendor Call (Businesses, clubs, & community groups) We’re seeking 50+ vendors to help make Trunk or Treat magical! Come build community relationships, network and build your teams bonding. Bring candy or small trinkets to hand out. You may decorate a vehicle or table, and costumes are welcome (but not required). Food vendors needed as well. Interested Vendors Email Kimberlee Stephens at kimberleestephens@goshencity.com to reserve your spot.
Click here for Online Registration
Letters to Santa
Drop your letters to Santa in the North Pole mailbox at the Goshen Public Library and Santa and his helpers will make sure you get a return letter sent right to your house! There is no postage necessary. Just be sure to include your full mailing address and print neatly! The mailbox will be located on the main floor in the library near the circulation desk from November 7 to December 5, 2026.
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