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Parks and Recreation - Gorilla Hole

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1. What age group can attend Gorilla Hole?

Only fifth and sixth graders are allowed to attend.

2. What time does Gorilla Hole open?

The event is from 7 to 9:45 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Fridays of the month. Doors open at 7 p.m. and parents should arrive to pick up their children between 9:30 and 9:45 p.m.

3. Is my child allowed to leave during Gorilla Hole?

No. Once participants have signed in at the Rec Center door, no one is allowed to leave until a parent or guardian comes inside the building and picks them up.

4. Where is my child allowed to go during the event?

Participants are allowed in the gym, lobby and on the outdoor patio/basketball court, which is fenced. During special activities additional rooms or amenities may be added.

5. Is Gorilla Hole supervised?

Yes. Gorilla Hole is supervised by The Woodlands Township Recreation Center staff, who coordinate the event and have experience developing fun and positive activities for youth of all ages, and off-duty Montgomery County Sheriff Deputies. Township staff supervise the building and event and the deputies staff the front door and sign-in area.

6. Is there a dress code at Gorilla Hole?

Yes, a dress code is enforced. The dress code is at the discretion of the staff and security on duty. Any child wearing an item(s) of clothing deemed inappropriate will be asked to remove the item, change clothes or not allowed to attend the event.

7. What activities are available at the event?

Activities include shooting hoops, dancing, relay races, theme-related contests, special activities and more. Special themed activities include DJs, bands and bounce houses.

8. How much money should I send with my child?

The admission fee is $7/person. Concession items are $1/item. Gorilla Hole T-shirt is $10/shirt.

9. What is sold at Gorilla Hole?

Concessions, special themed items, and Gorilla Hole T-shirts are sold at each event. Concessions include pizza, soda and candy. On select dates sno-cones and popcorn are also sold. Special theme items can include glow-in-the-dark items, sunglasses, shirts to tie-dye and holiday items.