Parks and Recreation

2026 Footrace Registrations are now being accepted. For complete details on the 2026 footrace click here.

2026 Swimming Lessons are now available. Click here for details.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 Activities
  • 9 a.m.: Children’s footraces
  • 10 a.m.: 1.776 mile (1.776 race map) and 5-mile (5 mile race map) footrace start
  • 2 p.m.: Parade starts at Chase Circle (parade route): THEME: America 250! Looking for various participants, walkers, decorated bikes, floats, antique cars, etc. There will be ribbons and trophies as well as monetary prizes for top participants. Get your family, your friends or even your business ready to participate!
  • 6 p.m. Rehearsal ; 7 p.m. Show: Town Band Concert at the Bandstand (band schedule)
  • Dusk: Fireworks

The Center Harbor Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities, special events, facilities, and services that encourage health, fitness, relaxation, enjoyment, cultural enrichment, and learning. They also provide opportunities for community involvement.

We are committed to providing affordable, inclusive, accessible opportunities to a diverse range of abilities and interests, across generations, to build confidence, quality of life, and pride in the community.

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Nancy Bickford – Parks & Recreation Director

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