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It is the mission of the Department to improve the quality of life for the senior, adult, and youth population by providing effective, efficient programs and services in Petersburg, VA.

08/28/2026

🏌️‍♂️ FREE YOUTH GOLF CLASSES THIS FALL! ⛳

The City of Petersburg Office of Recreation, in partnership with Dogwood Trace Golf Course and First Tee – Greater Richmond, is excited to offer FREE golf classes for City of Petersburg youth!

Participants will learn the fundamentals of golf while building confidence, developing new skills, making friends, and having fun. All skill levels are welcome—no previous golf experience is required.

📅 Tuesdays, September 8 – October 13, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Dogwood Trace Golf Course
💲 FREE for all participants
👦🏾👧🏽 Open to City of Petersburg youth of all skill levels

⚠️ REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED IN PERSON.

Parents and guardians must register participants at the City of Petersburg Recreation Office:

📍 1937 Johnson Road, Petersburg, VA
🕘 Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
☎️ 804-324-4015

Space may be limited, so we encourage families to visit our office and register early.

Come learn the game, build skills, make friends, and gain confidence on the course! ⛳

08/25/2026

🏆 CITY OF PETERSBURG RECREATION DEPARTMENT 🥎

Congratulations to our 2026 Petersburg Recreation Men’s Softball League Champions!

🟠 REAGAN’S RUGRATS
2026 MEN’S LEAGUE
🏆 Regular Season Champions
🏆 Tournament Champions

Reagan’s Rugrats brought the energy all season long and finished the year on top, capturing both the Regular Season and Tournament Championships! Congratulations on an outstanding season!

⚫ WOLF PAC
2026 MEN’S LEAGUE
🥈 Tournament Runner-Up

Congratulations to Wolf Pac on a strong tournament run and an excellent season. Thank you for bringing the competition and representing the league well!

The City of Petersburg Recreation Department thanks all of our teams, players, coaches, officials, and supporters for making the 2026 Men’s Softball League a success.

🥎 Great Competition. Great Sportsmanship. Petersburg Recreation!

08/21/2026

We have some serious bowlers in our Senior Program! They showed off some of their skill this past Wednesday at Uptown Alley in Midlothian, VA. The less skilled bowlers had a great time as well! 😄🎳

08/12/2026

🏓📣 REMINDER! FREE Pickleball Lessons are BACK!! Don't Miss Out! 📣🏓

The City of Petersburg Office of Recreation and Special Events wants to remind you that FREE Pickleball Lessons are still going on! Whether you're a first-timer or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this is the perfect opportunity, and it won't cost you a thing!

📍 Location: Legends Park
⏰ Time: Saturdays | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
🗓️ Remaining Dates: August 15, 22, 29 & September 12
👥 Ages: ALL Ages Welcome!
🏓 Equipment: PROVIDED — just show up!

Fun. Friends. Fitness. For Everyone! 💪❤️

Spots are limited, so don't wait! To register or for more information, contact the Petersburg Recreation Department:

📞 804-324-4015
📧 [email protected]

🏢 Register in person at our office:
1937 Johnson Road, Petersburg, VA 23805
Registration Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Come out, have fun, and let's play! 🏓✨

07/31/2026

🏆 UNDEFEATED CHAMPIONS! 🥎🏆

Congratulations to Team Our Turn Now (OTN) on an outstanding Spring 2026 season as the Petersburg Recreation Co-Ed Softball League Regular Season & Tournament Champions! 🎉

Team OTN completed the season undefeated, showcasing exceptional teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship throughout every game at the Petersburg Sports Complex.

👏 Congratulations as well to Pound Softball, our Tournament Runner-Up, for an excellent season and a hard-fought championship appearance.

The City of Petersburg Recreation Department extends its sincere appreciation to all of our players, coaches, officials, families, and fans for making the Spring 2026 season a tremendous success. Your dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship continue to strengthen our community through recreation.

🥎 We'll see everyone back on the field this upcoming fall season! Registration is now open. Stop by the Petersburg Recreation Department Office to register your team and be part of another exciting season of competition, camaraderie, and community.

Congratulations once again to our champions, Team Our Turn Now (OTN), and to all of the teams that made this season a success!

07/29/2026

🛝🌳 Celebrating Progress at Legends Park! 🎉

The City of Petersburg is continuing to work diligently to improve and enhance our neighborhood parks, playgrounds, and recreational spaces. These investments reflect our commitment to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive places where our children, families, and residents can gather, connect, and enjoy quality recreational opportunities.

We are excited to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the NEW ADA-accessible and inclusive playground at Legends Park! This new space was thoughtfully designed to provide children of all abilities the opportunity to play, explore, and create memories together.

During this special celebration, we are also proud to recognize an incredible young Petersburg author, Miss Destiny Bryant! 📚✨

At just 6 years old, Destiny reached an amazing milestone by publishing her first children’s book. Through her passion for reading and storytelling, she continues to inspire her peers and promote literacy in our community through her “Story Time with Destiny Book Exchange,” a public book exchange kiosk created to encourage children to read, share, and discover new stories.

Destiny’s achievement represents the creativity, talent, and leadership of the young people who make Petersburg special. We are proud to celebrate her accomplishment and the positive impact she is making in our community.

Join us as we celebrate this exciting milestone:

📅 Monday, August 3, 2026
🕦 11:30 AM
📍 Legends Park

🎀 Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate community progress, youth achievement, and a playground where every child has the opportunity to play and belong!

🌭 The first 100 attendees will receive FREE food!
🍔 After the first 100 guests, concessions will be available for purchase.

Together, we are building stronger neighborhoods, investing in our future, and creating opportunities for the next generation of Petersburg leaders. 💙

07/23/2026

As our Summer Camp comes to a close, we are proud to celebrate a special milestone for some of our young ladies who recently completed an Etiquette Class. To commemorate their hard work and the valuable life skills they learned, they enjoyed a beautiful Tea Party filled with elegance, confidence, and celebration.

A special thank you to the Petersburg Public Library for graciously providing the venue, Instructor TeAunte Phillips for sharing her knowledge and inspiring our participants, Granny's Love Catering for the wonderful refreshments and hospitality, and our entire Recreation, Special Events & Volunteerism team for helping make this memorable event possible.

Experiences like these go beyond recreation—they build confidence, character, and life skills that will benefit our youth for years to come. We are incredibly proud of each participant and wish all of our campers a safe, fun, and successful school year!

07/16/2026

🍂 Fall is almost here, and it's time to get in the game! Registration is now open for the City of Petersburg Office of Recreation and Special Events' exciting fall programs.

Whether your child is ready to hit the soccer field, you're looking to learn pickleball, or your team is gearing up for softball season, we have something for everyone!

🏃 Youth Soccer League (Ages 4–12)
🏓 FREE Pickleball Lessons (All Ages Welcome)
🥎 Adult Co-Ed Softball League
⚾ Adult Men's Softball League

Don't miss your opportunity to stay active, build new friendships, and enjoy quality recreation this fall. Register early to secure your spot!

📍 Petersburg Recreation Department
1937 Johnson Road
Petersburg, VA 23805

📞 804-324-4015
📧 [email protected]

See the flyer below for registration dates, fees, locations, and program details. We look forward to seeing you this fall!

07/11/2026

Another great day at the Petersburg Recreation Department's FREE Summer Camp! 🍕☀️

Our campers and staff enjoyed another exciting Pizza Party, and the smiles say it all! Check out these great photos of our youth and team having an amazing time together.

We were proud to serve more than 150 youth and staff during today's celebration. The fun continues next Thursday as we look forward to our special Chick-fil-A Day for all campers and staff!

Thank you to everyone who helps make our summer camp a safe, fun, and memorable experience for Petersburg's youth.

07/10/2026

What a week for our 11–12-year-old campers in the Petersburg Recreation Department's FREE Summer Youth Program!

A huge thank you to the Petersburg Bureau of Police for hosting the Virginia Rules Camp and teaching our youth valuable life skills, leadership, and the importance of making positive choices.

We also extend our appreciation to the Petersburg Fire Department, Commonwealth Attorney Tiffany Buckner, and the Petersburg Sheriff's Office for partnering with us during Public Safety Week, giving our campers an up-close look at the professionals who serve and protect our community every day.

Our campers were also introduced to the basics of First Aid and CPR, exposing them to essential safety skills and emergency preparedness.

The icing on the cake was an educational field trip to the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia, where our youth explored the rich history and contributions of African Americans in the Commonwealth.

Partnership is at its best when organizations come together to invest in our young people. Thank you to all of our community partners for making this an unforgettable week!

Next up: the D.A.R.E. Summer Reading Program in partnership with the Petersburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, as we welcome our male campers after recently completing a successful reading program with our girl campers.

Check out the photos and see all the fun, learning, and memories our campers made this week!

Address

1937 Johnson Road
Petersburg, VA
23803

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18043244015

Website

https://www.petersburgva.gov/144/Parks-Leisure-Services

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