July 4th John Barr 5K Race

July 4, Starts at 8:00 am - Jeffrey Mansion

The John Barr 5K Race, supported by the Bexley Celebrations Association and the Bexley Recreation & Parks Department, will start and finish at Jeffrey Mansion. This race is for runners/walkers, and chip timing will be used for all participants. The 5K Race will immediately precede the annual Bexley 4th of July Parade.

Registration Info
Pre-Registration Fee: $30.00 (Thru Monday, July 3 @ Noon)
Day of Registration Fee: $35.00 (Begins 6:30am)
*Only the first 350 registered will be guaranteed a race shirt!

1. Online Registration (open through July 3 at noon)
2. Mail-In/Drop-Off Registration: All forms must be mailed or dropped-off at the Bexley Recreation & Parks Department located at Jeffrey Mansion (must be received by July 3 at noon).

For more information about the race, head over to www.bexley.org/fourth. To register for the John Barr 5k, please click here. 

Purchase Your Bexley 4th of July T-Shirt Today!

With youth and adult sizes available, these shirts are perfect for every member of the family. This year, the Bexley Celebration Association is hosting this special fundraiser as a way to raise money for the city's iconic Fourth of July celebration. Snag one of these limited edition Bexley Fourth of July t-shirts today by clicking here! 

Reminder: Dogs Not Permitted at Jeffrey Park

Under Bexley code 618.15(a), dogs are not permitted at Jeffrey Park or Commonwealth Park. We have a frequent number of park visitors each day, especially in the summer, including a large number of young children. Having dogs in these locations can present a safety concern that we are actively avoiding. In addition, dogs can have a negative impact on the fragile ecosystem at these parks, including the wildflowers and the animals that call our parks home. Please note that the Bexley Police Department is actively enforcing these laws. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 

Join the Park 'n Play Crew This Summer

The Bexley Recreation and Parks Department is excited to announce a new Park 'n Play Program! It is a totally free program where staff organizes fun and exciting activities throughout the summer at Jeffrey Park, The David H. Madison Community Pool, and the elementary playgrounds (Cassingham, Maryland, and Montrose). Kids are encouraged to hop on their bikes and head over to the Park 'n Play and join in activities with staff. Parents may also accompany any kids that may need a bit more supervision. There is no age limit on who can and cannot join. For more information on this free program, check out the Park 'n Play website! 

4th of July in Bexley is Right Around the Corner!

With the 4th of July being just a month away, we wanted to thank all of the organizers and community groups who work so hard to make our 4th of July celebrations arguably the best in the universe.

The Bexley Celebrations Association (BCA) works year-round to plan the parade, evening activities, and the fireworks. In addition, the support provided by the City of Bexley Service, Recreation, and Police Departments allows for the events to run smoothly year after year. The Bexley Celebrations Association receives generous support from the Bexley Chamber of Commerce, Bexley-Eastmoor-Berwick Realty Association, Capital University, Kemba Financial Credit Union, Bexley Lions Club, the Bexley Community Foundation, and a host of other community businesses. However, every year, the biggest contributor to this day is YOU! If you haven't had a chance to do so yet, consider providing financial support for the 4th of July festivities by visiting www.bexleycelebrations.org. 4th of July activities are fully funded by donations from residents like you, so thank you Bexley!