The Leisure Services Department invites you to join us for the following FREE City-wide Special Events. See list below:
TONIGHT (Wednesday, June 21st) - Water Carnival at Sutton Pool. A variety of races for ages 5-14. Events begin at 6:30 pm. (NOTE: Sutton Pool swimming pool will be closed for Open Swimming due to this event.)
Saturday, June 24th - The City of Dubuque Leisure Services Department, in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Dubuque County Conservation, are sponsoring a FREE Fishing Day at the Bee Branch Creek. Participants will learn about fish, fish habitat and fishing techniques. Registration begins at 10:00 am until noon; event open to all ages. Please meet at the Bee Branch Creek parking lot located on East 16th Street between Sycamore Street and Kerper Boulevard. A limited number of fishing poles will be available, so please bring your own if you have one. Participants 16 years of age or older will need a fishing license prior to the event.
Thursday, June 29th - Independence Day Kids’ Parade at Comiskey Park. Preparations begin at 9:30 am, with parade to follow.
Tuesday, July 11th - Movie - "Inside Out" at Comiskey Park (approximately shown at 8:30 pm).
Wednesday, July 12th - City-wide Playground Carnival at Allison-Henderson Park, 6-8 pm. Fun-filled evening for all ages. A variety of games and prizes throughout the evening. (NOTE: If attending this event, you will need a minimal amount of money for carnival game participation.)
Wednesday, July 19th - Water Carnival at Flora Pool. A variety of races for ages 5-14. Events begin at 6:30 pm. (NOTE: Flora Pool swimming pool will be closed for Open Swimming due to this event.)
Wednesday, July 26th - City-wide Dodgeball Tournament at Allison-Henderson Park for ages 8-14. Tourney begins at 6:30 pm. Sign-up at your neighborhood park.
Tuesday, August 1st - National Night Out at Comiskey Park, 6 to 8 pm.
Tuesday, August 1st - Movie - "Moana" at Comiskey Park (approximately shown at 8:30 pm).
Saturday, August 5th - Port of Dubuque Marina 4th Annual Lighted Boat Parade (to begin at approximately 9 pm).
Friday, August 11th - Last Day at Sutton Pool
Saturday, August 12th - Doggie Dip at Sutton Pool
Saturday, August 12th - India Independence Day at Steeple Square, noon to 2 pm.
Friday, August 25th - Last Day at Flora Pool
Saturday, August 26th - Doggie Dip at Flora Pool
If you have any questions regarding our City-wide Special Events, please contact the Leisure Services Department at 563-589-4263 or email us at parkrec@cityofdubuque.org.