Town and Community Partners Kenly American Legion Kenly Boy Scouts Troop 29 Kenly Chamber of Commerce Kenly Girl Scouts Troop 4160 Kenly Historical Society Kenly Police Department Kenly Public Library North Johnston High Chorus North Johnston High JROTC
During each year, our Parks and Recreation Department offers, as well as partners with other departments and associations, specific programs to provide our community with multiple special events. Our special events bring the community together through festivals, holiday celebrations, family activities, and unique experiences that highlight local spirit, create lasting memories, and offer fun for all ages throughout the year. Below are events that Kenly Parks and Recreation has offered and participated in previously and we are constantly striving to plan and organize new events to engage our town and its residents.
Kenly Town Christmas Tree Lighting - December 2nd, 2026
Kenly Christmas Parade - December 4th, 2026
Christmas on Main (through the Kenly Chamber of Commerce) - December 6th, 2026
Kenly Community Clean Up Day (With Friends of Johnston County Parks) - April 18th, 2026
Kenly's Stars & Stripes 250th Celebration - July 3rd, 2026 (With Kenly Police Department, Kenly Volunteer Fire Department, Kenly Public Library, Kenly Historical Society, Kenly American Legion)
Community Bicycle Safety Program (With Kenly Police Department, Kenly Volunteer Fire Department, Kenly Public Library)
Community Summer Splash (With Kenly Police Department)
Kenly Community Blood Drive
Trunk or Treat (with the Kenly Police Department, Kenly Code Enforcement, Kenly Volunteer Fire Department, Kenly Historical Society)
If you are interested in helping sponsor one of these events or have interest in assisting with a new event, please contact Parks and Recreation Director Chris Batten at cbatten@townofkenly.com.
