Parks and Recreation

Join Sandy Parks & Recreation in spreading joy, lights, and laughter all season long.

Winterfest magic doesn’t make itself — that’s where YOU come in!

Location: Meinig Park
Date: Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Time: 4:30–6:30pm

Raise a glass and celebrate the season with us at Holiday Happy Hour! This cheerful gathering is the perfect way to wrap up Winterfest and bid farewell to the holidays alongside friends, neighbors, and our amazing community.

Enjoy delicious drinks, tasty snacks, and plenty of good company as we toast to a new year filled with joy and connection.

Date: Saturday, January 3rd
Gather: 8:00am | Start: 9:00am
Finish: by 10:30am | Out by: 11:30am
Location: Abundant Life Church Parking Lot → Out-and-back on the Tickle Creek Trail

Lace up your sneakers, grab your cozy holiday gear, and join us for the first-ever Winterfest Jolly Jog & Walk! This cheerful 5K fun run and walk is the perfect way to kick off the New Year with family, friends, and festive spirit.

Step into Autumn Magic!

Discover the secrets of the season and explore our Autumn forests with Sandy’s Bee City USA Action Group & Clackamas River Basin Council (@clackamasriver) on a guided hike along Tickle Creek Trail

Sunday, Nov 2 from 2–4 PM

$5/Participant

Led by Dakota, an entomologist with the Clackamas River Basin Council! Register today by scanning the QR code on the flyer, by calling (503) 668-5569, or online here. 

Join us for creepy crawly encounters at the Sandy Community Center this October! Get up close and personal with fascinating critters (like roaches, crickets, worms, flies, and more!!), learn about their incredible roles in our ecosystem, and get tips if you want to raise them in your own home! Not all bugs may be touched or held, but there will be a whole lot to see and learn 

All ages are welcome (it's a very fun and FREE event for children and adults alike!)

Join Us for Sandy's 3rd Annual Stocking Stroll!

Get ready to jingle all the way through downtown Sandy!

Date: Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Downtown Sandy

Bring your festive spirit and enjoy a delightful stroll through downtown, visiting participating businesses to fill your stockings with sweet treats and holiday surprises! 

Let’s make this a night of joy and merriment together!

Thank you to all of our participating businesses: 

Celebrate the Season with Santa Claus in Sandy!

Join us for an unforgettable night filled with holiday cheer!

Date: Friday, December 12th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Meinig Park

Meet Santa, capture the perfect holiday photo, and drop off your letters to the North Pole! 

A heartfelt thank you to our fantastic event sponsors:

Winterfest would not be possible without their support.

Get Ready for Sandy's 4th Annual Pet Pictures with the Grinch!

Join us for a whimsical evening of fun and festive cheer!

Date: Friday, December 5th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Meinig Park

Bring your furry friends and snap adorable family photos with the Grinch himself! Explore the petting zoo, meet some cuddly animals, and treat yourself to delicious holiday goodies.

A heartfelt thank you to our fantastic event sponsors:

Winterfest would not be possible without their support.

Bigger and better than ever, with upgraded lights and decorations in Meinig Park and a December packed with even more fun holiday events!