Piney Run Park Events
Piney Run Park & Nature Center
2024 Events Calendar
2024 Gatehouse Hours
| March 1-November 30 | December 1-February 28 |
| Open 7 days a week from 7am until an hour before sunset (except during specified events). | CLOSED |
2024 Boathouse Hours
Boathouse hours are subject to change. Please call the Gatehouse at 410-795-3274 to confirm hours of operation.
| March 1-May 29 | May 30 (Memorial Day)-September 5 (Labor Day) | September 6-November 30 | December 1-February 28 |
| Open on weekends from 7am until an hour before sunset* (except during specified events) |
Open 7 days a week from 9am-an hour before sunset during weekdays and 7am-an hour before sunset on weekends* (except during specified events) *Boat rentals end two hours before sunset |
Open on weekends from 7am until an hour before sunset (except during specified events)
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CLOSED |
FISHING EVENTS
| March 1-November 30, 2023 | Annual Big Fish Contest All fish must be caught at Piney Run Park during regular business hours and must be weighed in alive to qualify. Prizes will be awarded - call the park for details. |
| Friday, June 21, 2024 | Largemouth Bass Fishing Tournament I from 6pm-11pm Prizes awarded for biggest Largemouth Bass (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place). |
| Friday, July 5, 2024 | Late Night Fishing (Non-Tournament) The park will be open until Midnight. Park entrance fees apply. |
| Friday, July 12, 2024 | Catfish Shootout from 6pm-11pm Prizes awarded for the biggest Catfish (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place). |
| Friday, August 7, 2024 | Late Night Fishing (Non-Tournament) The park will be open until Midnight. Park entrance fees apply. |
| Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Largemouth Bass Fishing Tournament II from 7am-Noon Prizes awarded for the biggest Largemouth Bass (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place). |
| Friday, September 6, 2024 | Late Night Fishing (Non-Tournament) The park will be open until Midnight. Park entrance fees apply. |
| Friday, October 4, 2024 | Late Night Fishing (Non-Tournament) The park will be open until Midnight. Park entrance fees apply. |
| Saturday, October 19, 2024 | Striped Bass Showdown from 7am-Noon Prizes awarded for the biggest Striped Bass (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place). |
| Friday, November 1, 2024 | Late Night Fishing (Non-Tournament) The park will be open until Midnight. Park entrance fees apply. |
PARK EVENTS
| Saturday, March 16, 2024 |
March For Parks - Piney RUN 5K Fun Run/Walk Fees: Visit ccrec.recdesk.com and check out our Spring Program Guide for more details and to register for this event. $15 for pre-registration and $20 day-of. |
| September - October 2024 (except during Fall Festival) |
Wagon Trail Rides & Campfire Enjoy a wagon ride through our forests and fields. The wagon ride will take about 45 minutes and a campfire will be waiting for you upon your return. Bring your own marshmallows, hot dogs, and more to roast or just enjoy the campfire. Visit our website at ccrec.recdesk.com for more information or to register; or call the Park Office at 410-795-5165 for more information. |
| Saturday, September 14, 2024 |
Fall for Color's 5K Run/Walk Fees: Visit ccrec.recdesk.com and check out our Fall Program Guide for more details and to register for this event. $15 for pre-registration and $20 day-of. |
| Saturday, October 5, 2024 |
Fall Festival from 10am-4pm |
EVENTS AT PINEY RUN NATURE CENTER
Piney Run Nature Center | 410-795-6043
| March 1 - November 30 | December 1 - February 28 |
| Mondays & Tuesday | Closed Wednesday-Saturday | 11am-5pm Sunday | 12pm-5pm |
Monday-Friday | 11am- 4pm Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays | Closed |
| Summer 2024 | Piney Run Nature Camp Four 1-week sessions of our Summer Nature Camp beginning in the month of July. |
- Kayaking at Piney Run Park – Throughout the open season Nature Center has various guided kayaking opportunities at the park. Call the Nature Center at 410-795-6043 or see our program guide for dates, times, and other information.
- Birthday Parties – Nature Center Birthdays include 3 hours of yurt usage with a 45-minute naturalist-led program - $200 (gift bags are available for $5 each) – Set-up and clean-up are the responsibility of the scheduling parent/guardian.
- Adopt a Critter – The Nature Center’s live animal collection requires constant care. Animals in need of sponsors include birds of prey, snakes, and turtles. You can sponsor all the critters or a specific one. Call 410-795-6043 for details.
PAVILIONS
Planning a party, family get-together, or other outdoor events? All pavilions are available on a reservation-only basis. For more information or to reserve a pavilion, please visit our registration website or call the Park Office at 410-795-5165 from Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm.
Pavilion Fees
Pavilion prices include 5 free vehicle passes for the day of rental.
| Large Pavilion - Pavilion #1 | Accommodates up to 250 people | $350/day |
| Medium Pavlion - Pavilion #4 | Accommodates up to 125 people | $250/day |
| Medium Pavlion - Pavilion #5 | Accommodates up to 125 people | $250/day |
| Medium Pavlion - Pavilion #6 | Accommodates up to 125 people | $250/day |
| Small Pavilion - Pavilion #2 | Accommodates up to 60 people | $200/day |
| Small Pavilion - Pavilion #3 | Accommodates up to 60 people | $200/day |