Grinnell Athletic & Recreational Center - GARC

12/24/2025

12/12/2025

Due to the winter storm the GARC will be closing early at 6:00pm today, December 11th. Stay safe!

11/30/2025

❄️ Hello, Snow Day! ❄️
The first big storm rolled in and we love seeing families out soaking up the snow and making memories. Winter always feels a little brighter when the hill is full of laughter and flying sleds at Ahrens Park! 🛷💨

Stay safe, stay warm, and keep enjoying this beautiful Grinnell snow. ⛄️💙

Drop your sledding pics below! We’d love to see them!

07/04/2025

🎇 Fireworks at Ahrens Park – July 4th!
Mark your calendars and gather your crew — the annual fireworks show at Ahrens Park is happening Friday, July 4th after dusk!
✨ Enjoy an evening under the stars
🍔 Grab dinner from your favorite food trucks
🎆 Watch the sky light up in celebration of Independence Day!

IMPORTANT REMINDER!
For everyone’s safety, personal fireworks are strictly prohibited on Ahrens Park property.

Let’s celebrate safely and together — see you there!

04/01/2025

Only 2 weeks until our Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt 🔦🐰

We are still looking for businesses/organizations that would like to donate Grand Prize baskets for the golden ticket winners! If you are interested in donating, please send Shelby Miller and email at [email protected].

04/01/2025

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03/09/2025

Our Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt event is coming up next month! Registration is only $3.00 per participant and all you need to bring is a flashlight 🔦 and basket to collect eggs. Plus, get a chance to win a GRAND PRIZE basket by finding a golden ticket in an egg! 🎫 🌙

Register online here: https://grinnellrec.activityreg.com/ (for 2 or more participants) or visit us in office Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

*there is a minimum limit of $5 for card transactions, NOT including the convenience fee. All online registrations must be for 2 or more participants or in addition to other registration/membership purchases you make.

02/24/2025

02/17/2025

Are you interested in helping shape the Parks & Recreation system in Grinnell for years to come? Join us on Thursday, March 6th to offer your input on conceptual park plans and review the process of our master planning process at the Drake Community Library!