2022 Family Activities
Lekotek has many special family events in the community throughout the year. Here's a look at what's coming up in 2022. Details about each event are below. Please call our office at 404-633-3430 to get more information. Registration for each event can be found on our event sign up page.
Zoo Day - May 14
Ink Children's Museum - TBD
Easter Egg Hunt - April 9
Family Outing - Noah's Ark - June 2*tentative
Rafting - June 25 *tentative
Moe's Mystery Movie - July 16
Lekotek Run 4 Kids - August 27
Picnic & Cookout - September 10
Family Fun Day at the Pumpkin Patch - October 8
Family Fun Day at The Rock Ranch - TBD
Halloween Parade - October 22
Holiday Party Parade - December 10
Zoo Day
Lekotek is going to the zoo!
When: May 14, 2022.
Tickets: Please RSVP to Lekotek at 404-633-3430.
Tickets will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. (Immediate family only; additional tickets may be purchased at the zoo for friends or extended family.) Children 2 years and younger don't need a ticket.
Noah's Ark
Let's all go out and play! Noah's Ark is a rehabilitation service for animals. We can have a small picnic and then go in to see the animals! Be sure to bring sunscreen.
From the Noah's Ark Web site: "Noah's Ark is located on 250 acres in Locust Grove, Georgia. We provide a loving home for abused, unwanted, and orphaned animals. Noah's Ark is not a zoo or humane society but a place dedicated to the care and treatment of wildlife, domestic livestock, exotic animals, and birds."
When: Thursday, June 2, 2022, 12:30pm-3:00pm *tentative date*
Where: 712 LF-Griffin Rd, Locust Grove, GA (located behind the Tanger Outlet Mall), 770-957-0888
[Visit the Noah's Ark Web site]
Cost: Free. (Please, if you want to, donate to the Ark to help them to continue to provide services.)
RSVP: Please RSVP online or to Jackelyn at 770-289-3276 or Jackelyn@lekotekga.org. Be sure to RSVP so that if it has rained or they are closed, we can get in touch with you!
Rafting
We have partnered with The National Park Service to offer this outdoor event. Park Ranger and Lekotek Dad, John Huth is offering a rafting experience for Lekotek families at Sibley Pond / Sope Creek entrance of Chattahooche River National Recreation area. One to two families will share a raft and paddle around the pond! This is a small shallow pond, perfect for a beginning experience in a raft. Parents won't want to miss out on the fun, please plan to participate with your child(ren)! This is sure to be an incredibly fun summer time favorite!
No Charge! RSVP is required. Limited spaces are available.
When: June 25, 2022 *tentative*
Where: Sibley Pond
RSVP: Sign up online or call Lekotek at 404-633-3430.
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Fall Family Picnic
Join other Lekotek families for an afternoon of fun at the park! The park has beautiful, paved trails, adapted swings, and bathrooms on site. Use McDaniel Farm Road entrance to get to our reserved shelter.
When: September 10, 2022; 11:00am-1:00pm
Where: McDaniel Farm Park
RSVP: Sign up online or call Lekotek at 404-633-3430.
Pumpkin Patch
All Lekotek families are welcome to have fun at the Pumpkin Patch! You can go on a hayride, pet the animals, eat good food, and make some arts and crafts. Best of all you can pick your pumpkin! There is no charge unless you purchases are made from Berry Patch Farms for food or larger pumpkins!.
When: October 8, 2022, 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Berry Patch Farms
RSVP: Sign up onlineor call Lekotek at 404-633-3430.
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Halloween Party
Join your Lekotek friends and AMS Vans for a fun drive-thru parade stye Halloween Party. We'll still have stations with prizes and fun things to see--and of course, you're Lekotek staff will be dressed up ready for some fun. Families will remain in their vehicles, but we'll have some opportunities to interact from a distance. You can come in costume, or as you are. Maybe even decorate your car! We can't wait to see you there! Please Register
When: October 22, 2022, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Where: AMS Vans 6275 Lawrenceville Hwy, Tucker, GA 30084
RSVP: Sign up online or call Lekotek at 404-633-3430.
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The Rock Ranch
All Lekotek families are welcome to have fun at The Rock Ranch! Each fall, The Rock Ranch holds Fall Family Fun days.. Train rides, zip lines, jumping pillows, cane fishing, paddle boats, and horse rides are just a few of the attractions that will make your day truly memorable. A wide range of activities and attractions are offered for the whole family to enjoy.
When: TBD
Where: 5020 Barnesville Highway The Rock, Georgia 30285
Cost: $7.50/person. Children 2 and under are free (pay at the gate)
RSVP: Sign up online or call Jackelyn at 770-289-3276.
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Holiday Party
Join your Lekotek friends for a fun Holiday Party. Due to Covid we will have a drive through style party. We will have stations with prizes and fun things to see--and of course, you're Lekotek staff were ready for some fun. Familiel will remain in their vehicles, but there will be some opportunities to interact from a distance. Please Register!
When: December 10, 2022 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: AMS Vans
RSVP: Sign up online or call Lekotek at 404-633-3430.
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