1-acre Phoenix Park in downtown Lexington begins $4.6M renovation in summer, set to reopen spring 2025 with stage, swings, shade, and interactive fog area.

Phoenix Park in downtown Lexington is set for a $4.6 million renovation, which will include a performance stage, adult bench swings, metal shade structures, and an "interactive fog area". The one-acre park, which has needed renovations for many years, is set to begin construction this summer and is expected to reopen in spring 2025. The project aims to create functional, beautiful, and multi-faceted parks in the community.