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The Parks and Recreation department is responsible for the success of recreational programs in Bardstown. It coordinates activities of volunteer recreational services for all sports programs. It also forms long-range plans for new parks and recreation opportunities. The department has five full-time employees and about fourteen seasonal part-time employees.

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Brighten Bardstown — Holiday Decorating Contest Entry - Winter 2025

Brighten Bardstown — Holiday Decorating Contest

Light up the holidays and show off your festive spirit! Enter your home in Bardstown’s Brighten Bardstown contest and compete for prizes while spreading cheer across the community. 

Sign up by: December 7th

All entries will appear on the Brighten Bardstown Holiday Lights Map for families to enjoy this December. Use #BrightenBardstown to share your display!

Registration Status:
Open
Regular Registration:
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - Sunday, December 7, 2025
Program Duration:
Monday, December 1, 2025 - Thursday, January 1, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$0.00
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5th Quarter Basketball - Fall 2025

The Bardstown Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for their 5th Quarter Basketball developmental program for 4-10 year old's.

Registration Status:
Open
Regular Registration:
Friday, August 1, 2025 - Friday, December 12, 2025
Program Duration:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - Saturday, February 21, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$45.00
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Middle School Basketball League - Fall 2025

The Bardstown Recreation Department is now accepting registration for our Middle School Basketball League for ages 11-15. This league is for kids that did not play for their school team. For any questions, feel free to call our office at 502-348-9281.

Registration Status:
Closed
Regular Registration:
Friday, August 1, 2025 - Friday, November 7, 2025
Program Duration:
Monday, November 17, 2025 - Friday, February 27, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$50.00
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2026 High School Basketball League - Spring 2026

REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN December 15th, 2026!

Registration Status:
Not Open Yet
Regular Registration:
Monday, December 15, 2025 - Thursday, February 19, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$50.00
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2026 Spring Youth Volleyball - Spring 2026

REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN December 15th, 2025!

Registration Status:
Not Open Yet
Regular Registration:
Monday, December 15, 2025 - Thursday, February 19, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, March 2, 2026 - Friday, May 1, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$55.00
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2026 Youth Kickball - Summer 2026

REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN MARCH 16th, 2026!

 

Registration Status:
Not Open Yet
Regular Registration:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - Friday, May 22, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, July 31, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$30.00
Presentational 2026 Adult Kickball League visual

2026 Adult Kickball League - Summer 2026

REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN MARCH 16th, 2026!

Registration Status:
Not Open Yet
Regular Registration:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - Friday, May 22, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, July 31, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$300.00