Special Events

Adult Nighttime Easter Egg Hunt

Hunting Easter eggs is not just for kids!  Join us at Morgan Soccer Park to search for the “glowing” Easter eggs.  Many eggs will contain great prizes donated by local merchants.   Participants must be 18 years of age or older.

Alan Leake Memorial Kids Fishing Tournament

This Annual Kids Fishing Tournament is dedicated to the memory of Fulton Fire Fighter, Alan Leake. Bring your kids out for a great day of fishing, skills competitions, and FUN! Open to children ages 4 to 17.

Big Bubble Blowout

Join us at the City Hall Fountain for the Annual Big Bubble Blowout. Adults and Children will be allowed to play and splash in the giant bubbles! The event is free to the public and there will be hot dogs, popcorn and drinks served.

Blues n’ Ques Barbeque Contest

Summer may be over, but it is not too late to fire up the grill one last time.  Is your barbecue the best in town?   Prove it at this year’s barbecue contest. Judging will begin at 12:30 pm at the Atkinson Shelter.  Cooks must check in by 10:30 am.  Contestants will be judged in 5 categories:  Pork, Poultry, Beef,    Specialty and Top Chef.  Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each category.

Callaway Classic Horseshoe Pitching Tournament

A great game for all ages and skill levels.  The 8th Annual Fulton Fall  Classic Horseshoe Pitching Tournament will be held on Sunday, October 6th.  This tournament will be open to all ages.  Players will be divided based on skill level.  Awards will be given to the top three players in each division.   The doubles tournament will be limited to twelve,  2-person teams.

Divisions:  Singles A, B, C, D & Doubles

Clean Sweep Saturday

Families, businesses, clubs, churches, & individuals are invited to participate in a city-wide clean-up event. This is a fun, family-friendly event with lunch, drinks and a FREE Pride Day T-Shirt for the first 200 pre-registered participants.

Fulton Triathlon

Sponsored by Fulton Parks & Recreation  and Atlas Physical Therapy:

A swim/bike/run event for the beginning/intermediate athlete age 13 & older consisting of a 200 meter swim (8 lengths of the pool), a 10K road bike, and a 2 mile cross country run.  Also includes a relay  competition for 2 or 3-person teams.  Overall, age-group, and team awards plus t-shirts and  refreshments for all participants.  Registration forms, including race day schedule and fees, available beginning TBA.  Field is limited. Additional information available at the Fulton Triathlon website.

Pumpkins in the Park

Put your artistic talents on display and donate a carved pumpkin to the 2nd Annual Pumpkin Trail.  This event will take place at the covered bridge on Stinson Creek trail on Tuesday, October 30th.  All carved pumpkins that are donated will be lit  Tuesday evening and be on display until Halloween.  Pumpkins will be awarded prizes for the categories of Scariest, Most Original, and Biggest Pumpkin.

Summer Cinema Series

The Summer Cinema Series is back with 3 different movies to be shown in June, July, and August. All movies are rated G or PG. Seating is available in the Amphitheatre or you can bring a lawn chair or blanket. To find out what movie will be playing contact the Parks & Recreation office.

Tails on the Trail Run/Walk

Fulton Parks and Recreation is excited to offer our Tails on the Trail event for it’s 5th year  starting at our new city dog park.  This run/walk is open to all ages and will take place on    Fulton’s beautiful Stinson Creek Walking Trail.  All participants will be required to run/walk with their own dog.  The first 50 entries will receive a free t-shirt and prizes will be awarded.

Turkey Trot 5K Run

Fulton’s 8th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk is open to all ages and will take place on  Fulton’s beautiful Stinson Creek Walking Trail.  The first 100 entries will receive a free t-shirt.  Winners in each age group will receive a free Thanksgiving turkey and award medal.

Washer Tournament

Join us at the Fulton Street Rair for the 7th Annual Washer Tournament. This year’s event will be a doubles tournament only starting at 10:00 am. Pre-registration is required.