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Downtown Gloversville Parks

Gloversville's downtown area boasts several revitalized and welcoming parks, each offering unique features and serving as community hubs.

St. Thomas Square has been transformed into a vibrant public space with a range of amenities. It features a new pedestrian and memorial area near the Farmers Market Pavilion, an ice-skating area with synthetic ice for year-round use (converting to a lawn in summer), and a winterized pavilion with glass garage doors and a fireplace for 12-month use. The park also provides food truck parking, green space, and EV charging stations. This redevelopment is a key part of Gloversville's Downtown Revitalization Initiative, enhancing walkability and outdoor spaces.

The Gloversville Farmers Market is located at St. Thomas Square, operating on Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, typically from May through mid-October. This producer-only market offers a wide variety of fresh produce, plants, baked goods, meat, honey, maple products, and more. Nibbles & Bites food truck also offers breakfast and lunch options.

Trail Station Park, a 2.4-acre urban park on West Fulton Street, is a popular spot for walking, running, and fishing in the Cayadutta Creek. Amenities include a parking lot, shelters, picnic tables, and a gazebo. The park is a significant part of the FJ&G Rail Trail and features a preserved FJ&G boxcar, celebrating its railroad heritage. A new splash pad opened in 2023, with a new facility building and restrooms erected in 2025.

The park hosts numerous community events throughout the year, including:

Gloversville Rail Fest: An annual event in August with family activities, vendors, and live music.
Fall Fest: Held in October, offering free children's activities like bounce houses and pumpkin painting.
Gloversville Summer Concert Series: Free concerts by the Gloversville Civic Band on summer Wednesdays.
Fulton County Youth Day: An event in July with games, challenges, music, and food.
Gloversville Easter Egg Hunt: An annual event in April.
Yoga Classes for Kids: Yoga and Mindfulness for all ages with Courtney Wood, Ryt 500 are conducted in the gazebo at the par on Wednesdays for 4 weeks in the summer.

The South Main Street Piazza, located at 12 S. Main St., is a newly completed urban plaza designed for public concerts, performances, and events, with space for food vendors. This project is also part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

Castiglione Memorial Park, at 47 N. Main St., is a quaint pocket park that connects Main Street to St. Thomas Square. It's a small green space with grass and flower beds, situated between two brick buildings. This park has hosted local events such as "Food Truck Fridays" and "Glove City Pride Picnic."

Gloversville's parks and their facilities are available for special events. If you're interested in hosting an activity in one of these green spaces, please contact the City Clerk's Office at City Hall for information on special event permits, rental fees, and other requirements.

City Clerk's Office Contact Information:

Address: 3 Frontage Road, Gloversville, NY
Phone: (518) 773-4542
Email: cityclerk@cityofgloversvilleny.gov

Just beyond the hustle and bustle of downtown, you'll find Myers Park (50 Bloomingdale Ave.), Melchoir Park (94 Kingsboro Ave.), Wohlfarth’s Pond (44 S. McNab Ave.), and Darling Field (198 Kingsboro Ave.). These locations are not only perfect for a leisurely stroll or an afternoon picnic but are also available to rent for private events.

Darling Field is also a hub for sports enthusiasts, featuring fields for soccer and football, as well as courts for pickleball and tennis. For basketball fans, Elk Street Park offers dedicated courts. If you have younger children, they'll love the playground equipment at both Washington Street Park and Spring Street Park. We encourage you to explore and enjoy Gloversville's beautiful parks and green spaces. They provide wonderful opportunities to connect with nature, engage in physical activity, and create lasting memories with family and friends.

St. Thomas Square

Location: 9 Elm St.

Amenities Include: Farmers Market Pavilion, 5 parking spots and hook ups for food trucks, indoor pavilion, seasonal ice skating area, EV chargers

South Main Piazza

Location: 12 S. Main St.

Amenities Include: Space and electric for public concerts, as well as food vendors.

Trail Station Park

Location: Corner of West Fulton Street & Frontage Road

Amenities: Splash bad, building with kitchenette and bathrooms that can also be rented, picnic area, next to FJ&G Rail Trail, gazebo for concerts.

Castiglione Memorial park

Location: 47 N. Main St.

The park connects Main Street to Elm Street and provides direct access to the Farmers Market Pavilion. Recent enhancements to the park include new benches and a pathway for better access. It also serves as a venue for community events.

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FOOD TRUCKS WANTED

Did you know that St. Thomas Square has long-term food truck rental spaces available? Interested? Contact the City Clerk's Office for details.

FJ&G Rail Trail

The FJ&G Rail Trail in Gloversville, adjacent to the Trail Station Park, is a paved multi-use path built on a former railroad bed, offering a scenic route for walking, biking, and other recreational activities. It spans nearly 8 miles, connecting Gloversville with Johnstown and passing through both urban and rural landscapes.