SUMMER IN THE CITY
OBSTACLE RUNAROUND | JUNE 13
SPLASH BASH | JULY 11
PICKLE-LOOZA | AUG. 15
COMMUNITY CAMPOUT | SEPT. 11-12
Summer in the City brings classic summer fun to the entire community! This series is made up of four different events hosted on Jones Center’s campus from June through September.
For the competitive types: prepare to get muddy with your kids and friends at our Obstacle Runaround or compete in the third annual Jones Center pickleball tournament! Or if you’re seeking a more chill vibe, cool off at our FREE Splash Bash community block party or cozy up to the campfire with s’mores at our Community Campout. The campout has become a signature event to hail the change of seasons and wave goodbye to summer!
Whatever your summer style is, we’ll see you here.
+ Jones Center members receive 20% off event registrations!
Obstacle Runaround | June 13, 2026
Kids and adults team up for a series of challenges designed to build endurance, strength and agility while encouraging teamwork at the 2026 Obstacle Runaround! This outdoor event is a beloved obstacle race where grown-ups and kids conquer challenges together. Teams of two will navigate 10+ obstacles on the course, including a mud pit, tire run, army crawl and more. You’ll have so much fun, and bonus, you can do the course more than once!
WHAT: Obstacle Runaround
WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 10am-12pm
WHO: Teams of two; one child (ages 3-12) and one adult (18+)
WHERE: Community Park at Jones Center
COST: $35 per team/$28 for members
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: June 11
Splash Bash | July 11, 2026
Splash Bash delivers vintage summer fun! If you summer memories include running through sprinklers on your lawn or devising other ways to cool off, this event is for you.
Beat the heat with outdoor water fun taken to the next level! Enjoy inflatable water slides, water balloons, games, and activities, music and dancing in the Jones Center’s backyard – with a special Toddlers Zone for the little ones. Bring your swimsuit and join the fun at our free community block party!
You will need to sign a waiver upon entry to the event.
WHAT: Splash Bash
WHEN: Saturday, July 11, 10am-2pm
WHO: All ages
COST: FREE
DETAILS: Inflatables and games will be ongoing. Lawn chairs are recommended. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Pickle-looza | August 15, 2026
Join us at Jones Center for our third annual mixed doubles pickleball tournament! We’ll be serving up a lively competition and a seriously fun experience for all skill levels. Teams of two will compete through a bracket system with winners receiving medals and a year’s worth of bragging rights!
Participants aged 16 and older are welcome to join the tournament. Only one registration is needed per team.
WHEN: Saturday, August 15, 2026
TIME: 9am-4pm
COST: $50 per team
WHO: Teams of 2 players aged 16 or older; mixed gender or all female
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: August 12
TOURNAMENT STRUCTURE:
Max of 20 teams, 10 per bracket. Two brackets:
Blue: 2.5-3.2 rating
White: 3.3-3.9 rating
Phase 1: Pool Play (~4 hours)
Four pools of 5 teams. Each team plays 4 matches.
Tie breakers will be determined by the total points scored.
Phase 2: Bracket Play (~4 hours)
Teams will be seeded in the bracket based on pool play. The top team in each pool will receive the most favorable position in the bracket, while the last-place team in each pool will receive the least favorable position.
Double elimination.
Practice your skills and advance to the next level. Join our pickleball clinics starting in June!
Community Campout | September 11-12, 2026
Sleep out under the stars with your family at Jones Center's third annual Community Campout. This event is perfect for those new to camping and eager to learn how to pitch a tent and survive in the wilderness. There will be educational pop-ups featuring kids' crafts and nature exploration. Jones Center staff will be there to assist you and ensure your camping experience is enjoyable.
Your camping adventure will include campfire cooking, outdoor games, live music and more. Whether you love camping or haven’t ever tried it before, this event is for you!
WHAT: Community Campout
WHEN: Friday, Sept. 11, 6pm - Saturday, Sept. 12, 10am
WHO: All ages; 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult
WHERE: North Community Park at Jones Center
COST: $50 public/$40 member per-campsite
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: September 9
DETAILS:
Campsites accommodate up to 6 people. You can choose a tent size while
registering, while inventory is available.
Options are 2-person, 4-person or 6-person. You can also bring your own
if you prefer!
Education pop-ups: wilderness survival, kid’s crafts, nature exploration
and more!Food options
o Dinner: Hotdogs & Hamburgers (condiments & toppings included),
chips and sodas.
o Dessert: Make your own S’mores!
o Breakfast: Yogurt bar, fruit, muffins.
Live music
Late-night movie
Morning yoga session for the whole family
Fenced-in secure location on west side of campus
Security onsite 24/7
Bring your lawn chair, bedding, and whatever else you need for a sleepover
Easy parking and unloading
On-site restrooms available.
