About Nicholasville Jessamine County Parks & Recreation
Serving Our Community With Pride
The Nicholasville/Jessamine County Parks & Recreation Department is funded by the City of Nicholasville and Jessamine County Fiscal Court. The Parks and Recreation Department operates recreational and cultural programs and maintains more than 15 parks, consisting of 250 acres. The department helps maintain the parks, aquatic center, ball fields, fishing lakes and walking trails. The department is responsible for programs and services to improve the quality of life for all.
Events coming soon
40th Annual Turkey Strut 5k Race!
Saturday, November 23
Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks and Recreation
• Paved course through City County Park and the By-Pass.
• Commemorative race long sleeve t-shirt
• 5K in person and virtual option
• Water station at mid-point and finish line.
• Fruit, bottled water and granola bars available.
• Overall Top 3 M/F and Top 3 M/F Age Group Awards (0-5, 6-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and 80+)
• Music, food and fellowship for our post race celebration.
• Timing by RaceRise
FORM A TEAM – We have Social Teams available again this year! Form a team and invite your friends, family and coworkers to join you. The more the merrier. We’ll have a prize for the largest Social Team.
Sponsors: NJCPR, KY Farm Bureau, Race Rise
LEARN MORE BELOW
Take a look at the items below to learn more about what we do!
Outdoor Activities & Parks
Learn More about the beautiful parks and trails in Jessamine County.
Sports and Recreation
There are many opportunities to participate in sports and recreational activities right here in Jessamine County!
Upcoming 5k Races
Watch for new race info soon!