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 3, 2024
Open Bowling at Heritage Lanes | 5 to 10 p.m.
1301 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 453-7781
Fun for the whole family
Take a break for some fun and call Heritage Lanes to check for open bowling availability. They have open bowling from 5 to 10 p.m. on Mondays and a group of five can bowl for an hour for $40 (that includes those fancy bowling shoes). Bowling is an easy and fun activity for the whole family and you can grab some grub at Roddy’s while you’re there. Be sure to call for lane availability and check out their website and Facebook page for last-minute updates.
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Kindermusik at Kokomo Howard County Public Library South | 3:30 to 4 p.m.
1755 E. Center Road, Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765)453-4150
For children ages 18 months to 5 years oldKHCPL offers many activities for little ones to help with literacy and cognitive development. Kindermusik is offered at varying times and multiple of our KHCPL locations. If you’ve never attended before, it's a short and engaging experience where toddlers get to sing, dance, and play musical instruments. For more information on Kindermusik and other KHCPL Events, visit the KHCPL Website.
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Swim and Play at Kokomo Beach | Open Daily through July 28
802 W. Park Ave., Kokomo, IN 46901 | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Summertime in Kokomo means that Kokomo Beach is open! After the previous weekend's preview, Kokomo Beach is now open daily through July 28 and we are ready for some fun. You can purchase a season pass or just drop in for the day, but we know you are excited about swimming, the splash pad, the lazy river, and of course the water slides (48” height requirement). Keep your eyes out for special events at Kokomo Beach including swimming lessons, water walking (ages 18+ only), and more. You can find all of the details about Kokomo Beach on the City of Kokomo- Parks Department website.
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Open Play at the Very Early Childhood Education Center
1608 Kirk Row, Kokomo, IN 46902 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | (765) 252-3995
Recommended Ages 0-5 Kindergarten Readiness
The ultimate play space for preschoolers, the Very Early Childhood Education Center has open play hours on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday each week. With each visit, children receive a free book and age-appropriate learning activity. There are so many opportunities to play and learn at this free, open to the public resource center. Their play space includes toys, buildings that inspire imaginative play, and learning activities that encourage hands-on play and building construction/engineering. Follow them on Facebook for more information.
Friday, June 7, 2024
Strawberry Festival
Downtown Kokomo Courthouse Square | 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.The Strawberry Festival is an annual event held during June’s First Friday celebration downtown. The Courthouse Square is full of people, vendors, and the energy of summer fun and community. There will be lots of fun for your whole family in many parts of our downtown. To learn more about the Strawberry Festival, visit the Greater Kokomo Chamber of Commerce Website.
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Bike Safety Rodeo at KHCPL Russiaville | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
315 Mesa Drive, Russiaville, IN 46979 | (765)-883-5112
Come and learn about Bike Safety from the Russiaville Police Department. Bring your Bike and get ready for a day full of fun. There will be other special guests including Max, our local K-9 officer, prizes, face painting, hot dogs and popcorn. To learn more about this event and other programs happening at KHCPL this week, visit their website.
Sunday, June 9, 2024
Kokomo Jackrabbits Home Game at Kokomo Municipal Stadium | 5:05 p.m.
400 S. Union St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765)457-5000Watching 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.
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.
