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Cullman Christkindlmarkt Parade & Tree Lighting

The Annual Parade & Tree Lighting is November 21 starting at 6:30 PM.

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OmniPlex is Open

Alabama's Newest Large Multi-Sport & Event Center is Open. Explore events, membership, rentals options, and more!

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Cullman Christkindlmarkt Returns

Cullman Christkindlmarkt Return November 20 - December 23! Make Your Plans Now.

Cullman Christkindlmarkt

OmniSports Academy

OmniSports Academy at OmniPlex is Your Home for Training, Leagues, & Coaching. Parks & Rec League Play is Now OSA.

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Latest News & Updates from CPRST

By Jordan Meggs December 31, 2025
Cullman’s annual Christkindlmarkt, a German-style Christmas market, set a new single-day attendance record with visitors from all 50 states. Featuring traditional foods, crafts, and entertainment, the event boosts local businesses and tourism while celebrating Cullman’s rich cultural heritage.
By Jordan Meggs October 10, 2025
Cullman Oktoberfest attracted a record 74,000 visitors, celebrating German heritage with food, music, crafts, and family fun. The event boosted local businesses and community programs. Organizers plan to expand next year, ensuring even greater experiences and economic impact.
By Jordan Meggs September 24, 2025
Visit Cullman won the 2025 PEAK Awards Organization of the Year for boosting local tourism, economic growth, and community engagement. Their strategic marketing and partnerships increased visitors, benefiting businesses and job creation, with plans to expand efforts and promote Cullman’s unique appeal further.
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MISSION STATEMENT

Cullman Parks, Recreation,

& Sports Tourism is dedicated

to improving quality of

life through exceptional

parks, facilities, events,

and recreational

opportunities for all.

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HOME TO THE 2023 NRPA GOLD MEDAL AWARD WINNER - A PIONEER IN PARKS AND RECREATION EXCELLENCE

Exclusively Awarded to the Top Parks Agency in the USA

It's Who We Are

For over 40 years, we have led the way with innovative recreation opportunities for Cullman and its surrounding areas. CPRST is dedicated to improving quality of life through exceptional parks, facilities, events, and recreational opportunities for all.. We offer an impressive range of recreational amenities including 10 parks, two golf courses, a disc golf course, an RV Resort, a Farmer’s Market, a Water Park and 6 recreational facilities.

We take pride in being a leader amongst our peers and have been recognized multiple times as the top agency in the State of Alabama. In addition to this prestigious distinction, we were named a National Gold Medal finalist three times. Our team is driven by excellence and consistently strives to exceed the highest possible standards set by our community.

We pushed ourselves even further in 2019 when we became the first and only agency in Alabama to achieve National CAPRA accreditation. This accomplishment highlights our commitment to best practices that are held accountable by CAPRA and our community. With confidence in our mission of making Cullman an incredible place to live and work, we continue taking strategic steps toward advancement. Our passion for creating exceptional experiences remains unwavering!

“The nation behaves well if it treats its natural resources as assets which it must turn over to the next generation increased, and not impaired, in value.”

 

-Theodore Roosevelt


PROUDLY ONE OF ONLY TWO NATIONALLY ACCREDITED AGENCIES IN THE STATE OF ALABAMA

One of Only 199  Agencies in the United States


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