Category: Parks and Recreation
PPRD’s 2026 Snowball registration open
February 4, 2026
Community Events
The annual Pittsburg Parks and Recreation Department’s Snowball Tournament is back. The adult softball tournament is set to start at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, at Lincoln Park and...
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Heads Up! February events & meetings
February 2, 2026
Community Events
Heads up! Upcoming events, meetings this month Feb. 10 Pittsburg City Commission Meeting The Pittsburg City Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.,...
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City works to save band ‘dome’
January 30, 2026
City Press Releases
Since 1937, the J.J. Richards Band Shell has stood in Lincoln Park. A center of music and culture in Pittsburg, the “Band Dome” has hosted countless concerts and events over...
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Loy selected as Parks & Rec Director
January 15, 2026
City Press Releases
Long-time golf super selected as Parks Director Long-time Four Oaks Golf Course Superintendent Kristopher Loy was selected as Pittsburg Parks and Recreation Director. “Kris has been a great superintendent at...
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Christmas parade applications open
November 19, 2025
Community Events
The Christmas parade has been a tradition that brings over 6 thousand people together to kick off the holiday season. This year’s parade is set for 6:30 p.m. on Dec....
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Remembering Toby Book
November 5, 2025
City Press Releases
The City of Pittsburg is mourning the loss of long-time city employee, Tobias “Toby” Book, who passed away on Oct 29. Toby began his nearly three-decade long career with the...
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Mother & Daughter Date Night set for Oct. 25
October 8, 2025
City Press Releases
A special event for daughters and their mothers is set for Oct. 25 at Lincoln Center, located at 710 W. 9th St. in Pittsburg. The event, Sprinkles & Sparkles: Mother...
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Pittsburg parks receive major upgrades thanks to Pritchett Trust, community partners
September 9, 2025
City Press Releases
Two community parks in Pittsburg are set to receive major upgrades, thanks to generous support from the Pritchett Trust and the collaborative efforts of Pittsburg Parks and Recreation, Everybody Plays...
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Johnson Family returns to Pittsburg for Pickleball Court Ribbon Cutting
August 1, 2025
City Press Releases
PITTSBURG, KS – The City of Pittsburg held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, July 28 at 1:00 pm at Four Oaks Sports Complex to celebrate the opening of the new Johnson...
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Pittsburg to host 2025 July 4th Celebration
July 3, 2025
City Press Releases
8:00 am to dusk – Arts, Crafts & Food Vendors set up at Lincoln Park. 8:00 am to 1:00 pm – Information Booth opens at Lincoln Park Pavilion #3. 8:30...
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