Fort Lee Recreation

04/02/2026

Important information

To reach the Recreation Department by phone, dial 201-592-3500 extension 3612.

02/22/2026

The Recreation Center and Youth Center will be closed on Monday, February 23rd and all classes are cancelled. Stay safe!

01/08/2026

📄 It may be early, but our much-anticipated Paper Shredding Event dates for 2026 have been set!

Saturday, April 4
Saturday, October

🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Fort Lee Recreation Center
1500 8th Street

Safely dispose of sensitive documents and help protect against identity theft.
Open to Fort Lee residents.

📌 Mark your calendars!

01/08/2026

Just a reminder, registration for our 2026 Winter Recreation Programs begins this Saturday, January 10th from 11am - 1pm at the Recreation Center, 1500 8th Street (the bottom of Stillwell Avenue). This in-person registration is for Fort Lee residents only.

The Winter Brochure can be found at:
https://fortleenj.org/DocumentCenter/View/8999/Winter-Brochure?bidId=

Registration will continue weekdays from 9:00am – 3:30pm beginning Monday, January 12th.

THE RECREATION OFFICE IS CLOSED ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19th IN OBSERVANCE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY.

Non-residents will be able to register for any classes that remain available, beginning Tuesday, January 20th. You may choose to register after a class start date, however, the price of the class

*In the case of inclement weather on January 10th, please call the Fort Lee Recreation Office at 201-592-3612 for updates on the rescheduling of registration.

11/25/2025

11/17/2025

11/07/2025

We need your help! 🏀Fort Lee Girls Basketball is looking for volunteer coaches. No coaching experience required — just a willingness to support our young athletes. Season runs December to March, with a 2–3 hour weekly commitment.

If interested, send email to:
[email protected]

11/07/2025

✨Don’t forget! Let It GLOW! Begins tonight!✨

Walk through the Bergen County Zoo for an evening stroll under dazzling light displays, cozy up by the fire pits with a s’mores kit from the Gift Shop, and hop aboard the train (which is included in your ticket!)

Tickets are available NOW on Eventbrite and at the door during the event! Find the ticket link and more info at www.FriendsofBergenCountyZoo.org/let-it-glow

10/21/2025

Winter Indoor Program
Fort Lee Soccer Club is excited to offer our soccer families a Winter Indoor Recreation Soccer program. The indoor program is designed to continue the development of our soccer players (2012-2021 birth year) as well as provide the kids with a fun outlet during the cold winter months.

To register: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/502977

Fee: $200
From Jan to March 2026

8-week program of training and 8 games. Volunteer PARENT MANAGERS and COACHES are welcome (Please select your available on registration form).

HURRY! Spaces are filling up fast!

09/11/2025

On-line registration remains open for TGA Golf Clinics that begin next week. Sign up now!

Registration for Fall Youth Golf Clinics, made possible by TGA Junior Golf and the Fort Lee Recreation Department, begins Monday, August 25th at 8:00am. These clinics are ideal for all players, from beginners to experienced junior golfers. Scan the QR code to register, or go to:
https://registration.youthathletesunited.com/events/spotlight/fort-lee-recreation-fall-2025-golf-clinics

For more information, contact Christine Kostianis at [email protected] or 917-304-3986.

09/06/2025

🎃 ZOO BOO is BACK at the Bergen County Zoo! 👻 Get ready for 3 days of frightfully fun Halloween magic!

🗓️ October 17th, 18th & 19th
🚂 Daytime Trains: Fun & Friendly
🌙 Nighttime Trains: Scary & Spooky (recommended for older children & brave adults!)
🎠 Carousel: Cute & Creepy (in a good way!)

🧛 MEMBER PRE-SALE is LIVE now on CommunityPass through September 28th!
🎟️ General tickets drop October 1st at 9:00am on Eventbrite

Costumes encouraged. Fun guaranteed. We’ll see you at Zoo Boo… if you dare! 💀

Tickets & details: friendsofbergencountyzoo.org/zooboo

Not a member? It’s not too late! Become a member today and get pre-sale access AND ticket discounts! www.FriendsofBergenCountyZoo.org/membership

QUESTIONS? Contact [email protected] or DM us!

07/31/2025

Tonight's movie has been postponed due to heavy rain in the forecast. "Crazy Rich Asians" will be shown now on Thursday, August 28th.