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Dunwoody Kicks Off Fun Summer Season with Kids to Parks

Young child wearing purple shorts, top and hat, splashing in a splash pad.
Splash pad at Two Bridges Park 2024 in Dunwoody, Georgia. Photo credit: Julian Alexander
Dunwoody’s summer calendar features free concerts, free movies and the splash pad season opener at Two Bridges Park.

Dunwoody Parks and Recreation will launch the 2025 summer season with Kids to Park Day on May 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the front field at Brook Run Park. Celebrating its 15th year, Kids to Parks is a national initiative by the National Park Trust that encourages outdoor play.

A family bike ride through Brook Run Park is also scheduled for May 17 starting at 9 a.m. in honor of National Bike Month.

“We always have a great turnout for Kids to Parks as we feature balloon artists, bubbles and face painters,” said Dunwoody Parks and Recreation Director Rachel Waldron. “This event brings our community together, gives us our first taste of summer and sets the stage for more fun in the months ahead.”

A Black dad and his son having fun at the Dunwoody Kids to Parks Day festivities in Dunwoody, Georgia in 2024.
Dunwoody Kids to Parks Day 2024

Summer lineup

The city’s summer events lineup includes free outdoor concerts, movies and the return of the splash pad at Two Bridges Park.

Highlights include:

May 30 Splash Pad Opening Day, Two Bridges Park, 10:30 a.m. Visitors will enjoy free King of Pops and giveaways.

June 6Pics in the Park, Pernoshal Park, 9 p.m. Bring a blanket or chairs to spread out on the lawn to watch “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and enjoy free popcorn and candy. 

Other summer movies include: “Home Alone” on July 11 and “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” on August 1.

June 14Groovin’ on the Green Series Opener, Brook Run Park Amphitheater, 6 p.m. featuring Band X with Nero Simon

About Groovin’ on the Green

This concert series features nine acts performing at the Brook Run Park  Amphitheater on the second Saturday of each month from June through October. All concerts begin at 6 p.m. and are family friendly.

Guests are encouraged to walk or ride bikes to the concerts since the Amphitheater is located along the Dunwoody Trailway. Bring picnics or pick up dinner from a featured food truck. Dogs (on a leash!) are welcome.

Upcoming concerts will feature Hedonistas with After School Special; G Clef & The Playlist with DieDra Hurdle-Ruff; Red Not Chili Peppers with Run Katie Run; and Piano Man Vs. Rocket Man: a Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John.

“We’ve developed a loyal following for our Groovin’ on the Green series,” said Waldron. “These concerts have become a signature part of summer in Dunwoody. It’s a chance to relax, connect and gather under the stars.”

More summer event details

The events listed above are free and open to all. More information about park events can be found at dunwoodyga.gov/parkevents.

In addition to community events, Dunwoody Parks and Recreation will also offer several new programs this summer, including Adaptive Soccer, Kids Goat Yoga and SportsPlay by Kidokinetics.

Information about those programs can be found on the Dunwoody Parks and Recreation youth programs page.

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