Bexley Recreation & Parks

06/04/2026

The John Barr 5K, presented by Bexley Automotive, is a Bexley 4th of July annual event with a run routed through north Bexley, commencing from and returning to Jeffrey Mansion! The race begins at 8:00 a.m. sharp, leaving plenty of time to watch or participate in the parade afterward.

Register by June 8, 2026, to save up to $10 and be guaranteed a race shirt!

Registration Windows:
Saturday, July 4, 8 am
Early Reg Cost: $30 (by 6/8 at 11:59 pm),
Regular Reg Cost: $35 (6/7 - 7/3 at 11:59 pm)
Day of Cost: $40 (7/4)
Register Today!
https://runsignup.com/bexleyjohnbarr5k

06/02/2026

Pickleball Summer Camps are in full swing, and we still have spots available! Be sure to register on our website. https://bexleyoh.myrec.com/info/activities/default.aspx

A special shoutout to for pictures of our pickleball programs.

06/01/2026

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Register today at bexleyrec.com!

Register today at bexleyrec.com!

05/22/2026

Join us on May 27 at 6:00pm at Jeffrey Mansion for a public workshop to share your thoughts on the Jeffrey Park Playground renovation draft plan! Can't make it? Take our survey instead! https://forms.gle/TTz2h93Pdmu7NQgd7

05/14/2026

The David H. Madison Bexley Community Pool opens on May 23! Please note this important update regarding payments at the pool in 2026.

The David H. Madison Pool opens Saturday, May 23! Buy your membership online today! https://bexleyoh.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30376

NEW in 2026!
We will no longer be accepting cash or checks for front desk purchases. All transactions will require a credit/debit card or tap to pay. Please note, the Dive concession stand will still be accepting cash or card for transactions.

05/12/2026

COSI Science Festival - Bexley Event's Were a Hit!
Super Science Block Party & How to Make a Bagel

Thank you to Fox's Bagel & Deli - Bexley, , Columbus School for Girls, Bexley City School District, Capital University, Bexley Public Library, and St. Charles Prep School for their time, energy and excitement for this awesome science filled week! Thank you also to the Bexley Community Foundation for their continued support of our events.

05/05/2026

Woohoo for the Moore family! They hit the jackpot in our pool membership raffle - just in time to get their summer splash on! Still time to dive into a membership before Opening Day on May 23rd! ​bexleyrec.com

05/05/2026

Dive into fun with our Learn to Swim Program! 🏊‍♀️
Registration opened: April 24 (Residents)
May 8 (Non-Residents).
Don't be a fish out of water, sign up for lessons today!

Lesson Dates: M-T-W-R
Times: 905, 940, 1015, 1050
Fee: $85 ($95 NR)

Levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Session 1 (3 weeks): June 8 - June 25
Session 2 (3 weeks): July 6 - July 23
Saturday Group Lessons (4 weeks @ 45 min for Level 1-5)

Lesson Dates: Saturdays
Session: July 11 - Aug. 1
Levels: 0
Time: 905, 940, 1015
6mo - 18mo - 8 at each slot
18mo - 3yr - 8 at each slot
Fee: $50 ($55 NR)

Levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Time: 905, 1000
Max: 18
Fee: $60 ($65 NR)

05/01/2026

Bexley Super Science Block Party is a go for outside! It will be damp but it is not going to rain on our parade. Dress for the weather and let the science-y goodness begin! Food trucks, hands-on activities, live robot demos, and more await you at Capital on Main St from 6-8. See you there, science enthusiasts! ☔️🎉

04/24/2026

Get ready to shred, dudes! We're stoked to invite you to the soft opening of The Bexley Skate Park on Monday May 4th at 5 PM. It's not 100% done, but who needs landscaping when you can ollie? Mayor Ben's firing up the grill, so come hungry! Remember your helmet for a safe and rad skate sesh!