Family Activities
Lekotek has many special family events in the community throughout the year. Here's a look at what's coming up in 2021. 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 - TBD
Ink Children's Museum - TBD
Family Outing - Noah's Ark - June 3 *tentative
Rafting - June 19
Moe's Mystery Movie - July 17
Lekotek Run 4 Kids - August 28
Picnic & Cookout - Septemeber 11
Family Fun Day at the Pumpkin Patch - October 9
Family Fun Day at The Rock Ranch - TBD
Halloween Parade - October 30
Holiday Party Parade - December 12
Sign up here for Special Events
Zoo Day
Lekotek is going to the zoo!
When: TBD.
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 Family Day
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 3, 2021, 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 19, 2021, 10:00am-1:00pm
Where: Sibley Pond
RSVP: Sign up online or call Lekotek at (404) 633-3430
family fall picnic
All Lekotek families are welcome to have fun at the park! The CREEC center has a covered deck, a pond, a large field and trails for hiking. Bring a dish and Lekotek will provide the main course, drinks and S'mores and more fun!
When: September 11, 2021; 4:30pm-7:00pm
Where: CREEC Center
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 9, 2021; 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Berry Patch Farms
RSVP: Sign up online or call Lekotek at (404)633-3430
Halloween Parade
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: Saturday, October 30, 2021, 10:00pm-12:00pm
Where: AMS Vans 6275 Lawrenceville Hwy, Tucker, GA 30084
RSVP: RSVP online or contact us at (404)633-3430
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. A day at The Rock Ranch is packed full of excitement, fun, adventure and making memories. 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. Fall is a great time of year to experience The Rock Ranch. All the colors of the season create a beautiful setting for loads of memorable family fun.When: TBD
Where: 5020 Barnesville Highway The Rock, Georgia 30285
Cost: $7.50/person. Children 2 and under are free
RSVP: RSVP online or contact Jackelyn (770)289-3276
Holiday Party
Join your Lekotek friends for a fun Holiday Party. Last year due to Covid we did a drive through style party. We still had stations with prizes and fun things to see--and of course, you're Lekotek staff were ready for some fun. Familiel remained in their vehicles, but we had some opportunities to interact from a distance. Details of this year’s event will be determined closer to the event.. Please Register!
When: December 11, 2021
Where:
Cost: Free
RSVP: Call Lekotek (404)633-3430 or sign up online.