Campin' in the Park, Spring Hill: free overnight at Fischer Park

Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. This page is updated each year at the same address. Facts come from the city’s Campin’ in the Park page and its 2026 calendar of events.

Campin’ in the Park is a free overnight campout run by Spring Hill Parks and Recreation on the athletic fields of Fischer Park at Port Royal. The 2026 campout ran from Saturday, Sept. 19, to Sunday, Sept. 20. The city has not announced the 2027 dates. The last two campouts were in late September, with registration opening in late August or early September; we will add the 2027 dates here when the city posts them on its Campin’ in the Park page.

Who to call

• Spring Hill Parks and Recreation: 931-487-0027, parks@springhilltn.org, 4237 Port Royal Road; office hours 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday
• Official page and registration: springhilltn.org/620/Campin-In-The-Park
• Emergencies: 911

At a glance

How registration works

According to the city’s page:

• Registration is required, and space is limited, so the city advises reserving a campsite early.
• Each campsite takes one registration and holds a maximum of six people.
• One person age 18 or older must register each campsite.
• The registration link is posted on the Campin’ in the Park page when the window opens. In 2026 the window ran Aug. 24 to Sept. 11; in 2025 it ran Sept. 2 to Sept. 21, according to the page as archived in August 2025.

The city also posts a camping checklist and camp rules on the same page. Read them before you pack.

What happens overnight

The city describes the event as a chance to “unplug from technology and reconnect with nature.” Through the evening and night, campers can expect:

• tent camping on the park’s athletic fields
• outdoor programs and activities for all ages
• a family-friendly movie
• a campfire (bring your own s’mores supplies; the city does not provide them)
• open green space for footballs, frisbees and yard games

In 2025 the city said the campout ended Sunday at sunrise.

Past dates

Sources: the city’s Campin’ in the Park page and its August 2025 version via the Internet Archive.

What to know before you go

• Bring your own gear. It is tent camping on a sports field, so bring your tent, bedding and whatever you would take to a campground.
• Weather. The city’s page does not say what happens if it storms. Call Parks and Recreation at 931-487-0027 if the forecast looks bad.
• Pets. The page does not say whether dogs may stay overnight; ask Parks and Recreation when you register.
• The park. Fischer Park has restrooms, a half-mile walking trail and a playground; more in our parks and trails guide.

More free city events

Campin’ in the Park follows Hill Fest in June and comes just before the city’s Trunk or Treat in October. See free things to do in Spring Hill, kids’ activities and things to do this month.

Frequently asked questions

When is Campin’ in the Park 2027 in Spring Hill?

The city has not announced it yet. The campout was Sept. 19-20 in 2026 and Sept. 27-28 in 2025, both Saturday night into Sunday.

Do I have to register for Campin’ in the Park?

Yes. Registration is required and space is limited. In 2026 it opened Aug. 24 and closed Sept. 11 on the city’s Campin’ in the Park page.

How much does Campin’ in the Park cost?

Nothing. Spring Hill Parks and Recreation says the event is free; the only requirement is registering in advance.

How many people can share a campsite?

Up to six people per campsite, with one registration per campsite, and the person who registers must be 18 or older.

Are s’mores provided at Campin’ in the Park?

No. Campers may bring their own s’mores supplies to roast at the campfire, but the city does not supply them.