Throughout the year, the Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department provides a wide range of events and activities appealing to all ages and interests. Activities may change depending on the popularity and attendance of the event.

Movies in the Park 

Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and join us at Pearson Park for our outdoor family-friendly movie series under the stars. Admission is free. No alcoholic beverages, please.

Easter Egg Hunt

An annual Easter Egg Hunt is held Easter weekend at various facilities for youth ages 2-12.

Kwanzaa Celebration

This African-American Holiday/Celebration embraces families and communities alike. It will be held in December and includes activities and displays promoted by local businesses and organizations.

Breakfast With Santa

Come bring your little ones ages 2-7 for breakfast and a visit from Santa held in December at the Georgia K. Battle Center.    Admission: 2 cans of food.