The Kokomo Post Kids: Weekly Fun Calendar
It’s easy to say that Kokomo is so boring when you don’t know what’s going on in town. Even our kids love telling us how dull life can get when your days all look the same. We’re here with a new weekly fun calendar, hoping to encourage you and your family to try something new and experience more of what Kokomo has to offer. Here’s something you can do with your kids every day this week! Take a look and tell them we sent you!
Monday, June 10, 2024
Kokomo Jackrabbits Home Game at Kokomo Municipal Stadium | 7:05 p.m.
400 S. Union St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765)457-5000
Watching our Kokomo Jackrabbits play ball is a great way to spend a summer evening with your family and friends. Watch the Jackrabbits take on the Royal Oak Leprechauns from the backyard seats or reserved seats in the stadium. You can purchase tickets online or at the stadium, but be sure to check their promotional schedule for games that will feature fireworks and extra fun.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Kids Summer Camp at Fired Arts Studio | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
106 N. Main St. Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765)450-3088
The staff at Fired Arts Studio want to help you dive into summer with some special “Under the Sea” themed art projects during the first week of Kids Summer Camp. This week of camp will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. You can choose to participate in all three days and save or register for individual days. Each day participants will complete the daily project and enjoy a snack together. You can register and find more information about these events on the Fired Arts Studio Website.
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Kid Quest: Campfire Adventures at KHCPL Main | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
220 N. Union St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765)457-3242
Recommended for children ages 0-5
If you’re registered for the Summer Reading Program, then you are in for a summer full of adventures! Kid Quest: Campfire Adventures on Wednesdays at KHCPL Main will have a different camp theme each week. Dress for a mess and get ready to sing, do crafts and hear a special story. For more details on this event and others happening at KHCPL, visit their website.
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Visit the Kirkendall Interpretive Nature Center at Jackson Morrow Park
1-5 p.m. | 4200 S .Park Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 456-7275
Fun for the Whole Family
The Kirkendall Nature Center is currently operating on its summer schedule with open hours Tuesday through Sunday. The nature center is home to many Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department (KPRD) activities including creature features throughout the summer months. If you’ve never visited the nature center, it is a great place to learn more about local wildlife species, plants and insects. In addition to the preserved and live animals, the nature center has games, books, and other hands-on activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Friday, June 14, 2024
Family Movie Night at KHCPL Russiaville | 7:30-10.30 p.m.
315 Mesa Drive, Russiaville, IN, 46979 | (765)883-5112
Fun for the Whole Family
Watching Disney’s “Cars” with your family at the library might be the perfect way to end a busy week. Bring your chairs or lay out a blanket and sing along with us at this FREE Public Event. DJ Gerry will get the party started at 7:30 p.m. and the movie will begin at dusk (approximately 9 p.m.). For more information, visit the KHCPL Website.
Saturday, June 15, 2024
The Little Sprouts Club at the Kokomo Farmers Market | 9 a.m.- Noon
Downtown Kokomo at the corner of Mulberry and Washington streets
(765) 416-3191 | https://kokomofarmersmarket.com/
You might not normally consider the Farmers Market to be a “fun” thing for kids to do, but ours definitely is. The Kokomo Farmers market invites performers and demonstrations to be present each weekend and the Farmer’s Market Committee has a special tent with a hands-on activity for kids. The activities are a lot of fun and relative to learning about gardening, making healthy food choices, and more. That’s not even the best part though. When your child participates, he or she will receive a Sprout Buck do some shopping at the market alongside you. Be sure to follow The Kokomo Farmers Market on Facebook for last-minute updates.
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Play Mini-Golf and more at City of Firsts Adventure Park | 1-8 p.m.
409 Arrow St., Kokomo, IN 46902 | 765-450-8155
Fun for the whole family
After celebrating the season opening last weekend, we are so excited to see the signs of spring and summer weather so we can play at City of Firsts Adventure Park. There’s fun and competition for the whole family whether you want to take a swing at the batting cages, score on your favorite mini-golf course, or race to the finish line on the go-karts. Before entering the park everyone must complete and sign a waiver. More information, including pricing and age or height requirements can be found on the City of Firsts Adventure Park Website. You can also follow them on Facebook to catch any last minute news or updates.
What is on your family calendar this week? Leave us a comment below or on our social media pages so we can add it to our list! Check out our Kokomo Events Calendar for even more ways for you to experience Kokomo this week.
