Charlottesville Parks and Recreation

Charlottesville Parks and Recreation Recreational Classes and Programs, Parks, Trails, Fitness Centers, Swimming Pools, Playgrounds We offer over 200+ classes for adults, kids and seniors.

Charlottesville Parks & Recreation offers a variety of services to the citizens of the City of Charlottesville and the surrounding region. Our park system consists of 26 parks and over 700 acres of public land. Classes include dance, yoga, gymnastics, marital arts, aquatics, golf, art, outdoor adventure, adaptive recreation and much, much, more.

❤️🖤💚 On this Juneteenth, we honor freedom, celebrate resilience, and reflect on the ongoing pursuit of equality. Togethe...
06/19/2026

❤️🖤💚 On this Juneteenth, we honor freedom, celebrate resilience, and reflect on the ongoing pursuit of equality. Together, we can continue building a stronger, more inclusive community for all.

Please note our operating hours for Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
06/18/2026

Please note our operating hours for Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Play All Day VA (PADVA) is almost here! 😎 PADVA is just a few days away, and we have an incredible lineup of FREE events...
06/16/2026

Play All Day VA (PADVA) is almost here! 😎 PADVA is just a few days away, and we have an incredible lineup of FREE events and activities for all ages to enjoy!

Looking for a great way to celebrate Dad this Sunday? Check out these featured events:
🚴 Dads-Only Bike Ride
🪁 Kite Day & Food Truck Rodeo
🐾 Bark Buddies in the Park — featuring a Dog & Dad Lookalike Contest!

Plus, enjoy FREE access to all recreation facilities, including our two outdoor pools! 🏊☀️ Don't miss this community-wide celebration of play, wellness, and fun. See you there! VRPS: Virginia Recreation & Park Society

🏊‍♂️ Swim meet season is here! The first home swim meet of the season is happening this Wednesday, June 17, at Washingto...
06/15/2026

🏊‍♂️ Swim meet season is here! The first home swim meet of the season is happening this Wednesday, June 17, at Washington Park Pool. Please note that the pool will close to the public at 3:45 PM for the event.

📅 Mark your calendars for our upcoming home meets on June 24 and July 1 as well!

Thank you for your support, and best of luck to all of our swimmers competing this season.

💦 Go City Swordfish! 🐟

06/12/2026

Our Summer Camp staff spent the week training and preparing to provide the best possible experience for our campers this summer!

As part of pre-week training, the team enjoyed fun team-building activities, including a scavenger hunt on the Downtown Mall and a day at Urban Air in Richmond. These experiences helped strengthen teamwork, communication, and camp spirit.

We are ready, excited, and can’t wait to welcome our participants for an amazing summer!

SAVE THE DATE: SOUNDS OF SUMMER! Join us for two exciting community events filled with live music, fun games, and FREE ...
06/08/2026

SAVE THE DATE: SOUNDS OF SUMMER! Join us for two exciting community events filled with live music, fun games, and FREE food (while supplies last)!

📅 July 11 | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Tonsler Park
🎵 Featuring 100 Proof GoGo Band

📅 August 9 | 12:30–3:30 PM
📍 Forest Hills Park
🎒 Better Together Back 2 School Bash
🎵 Featuring Boxed Lunch Band

Mark your calendars, invite your family, friends, and neighbors, and come celebrate summer with us! We look forward to making great memories together.

🌳 Help Shape Charlottesville’s Green Future! 🌳The City of Charlottesville is developing a new Urban Forest Management Pl...
06/05/2026

🌳 Help Shape Charlottesville’s Green Future! 🌳

The City of Charlottesville is developing a new Urban Forest Management Plan, and we want to hear from you. Your feedback will help guide decisions about where we plant trees, how we protect our urban forest, and how we grow our tree canopy for future generations.

✅ Choose the survey that fits your schedule: 2, 5, or 10 minutes.
🎁 Complete the survey for a chance to win a $50 Charlottesville Parks & Recreation gift certificate or City of Charlottesville swag, including water bottles, mugs, and more.

📅 The survey deadline has been extended to June 7!

Take the survey today: https://connect.charlottesville.gov/urbanforest-managementplan?fbclid=IwY2xjawSP81pleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0WThscG5hSkxvbEV1Rlk1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhU0LvrDNTmGVeN0zclu_qEXP9tgSxlPxe4YZp_cuXach70e3Kevp4xhPyuI_aem_GHWsQRJKicYjJkRpDOdorw

💦 Splash Sundays is only 2 days away! ☀️ Join us this Sunday, June 7, at Washington Park Pool for FREE swimming all day ...
06/05/2026

💦 Splash Sundays is only 2 days away! ☀️ Join us this Sunday, June 7, at Washington Park Pool for FREE swimming all day and an evening of summer fun featuring a live DJ, inflatables, yard games, and free food while supplies last.

📍 Washington Park Pool
🕔 5–7 PM
🎟 Free pool admission all day

Bring your friends, family, and summer vibes. We'll see you at the pool! 🌊

🌞 Save the Date! 🌞 On June 21, Charlottesville Parks & Recreation is joining parks and recreation agencies across the Co...
06/04/2026

🌞 Save the Date! 🌞 On June 21, Charlottesville Parks & Recreation is joining parks and recreation agencies across the Commonwealth for Play All Day VA!

Celebrate the summer solstice and the longest day of the year by getting outside, exploring a new park, facility, or trying a new activity—all FREE!

👉 Swipe through to see the full lineup of activities, including a special 17-mile dads-only bike ride led by Charlottesville's Bike & Pedestrian Coordinator, Thomas Sefranek, celebrating Father's Day in style. 🚴‍♂️

Whether you're looking for adventure, recreation, or family fun, there's something for everyone. We can't wait to see you out there!

Have you heard the news? We have a NEW Pickleball Ladder League at Tonsler Park!Whether you're looking to improve your g...
06/04/2026

Have you heard the news? We have a NEW Pickleball Ladder League at Tonsler Park!

Whether you're looking to improve your game, meet new players, or enjoy some friendly competition, this league is a great way to stay active this summer. Players will compete against others at a similar skill level, with rankings updated throughout the season based on match results.

📅 June 30 – August 27
📍 Tonsler Tennis Courts

Join the ladder, challenge yourself, and see how high you can climb! Register today! https://ow.ly/xxWi50Z7ESE

Address

501 E. Main Street
Charlottesville, VA
22902

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14349703260

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