Welcome to the summer 2026 seasonal guide to Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, which includes the return of our summer special events including the beachfront Party at the Pier Summer Series (concerts and movies) and July 4th Celebration
For the latest and greatest program information, check the online Activenet catalog at VirginiaBeach.gov/Parks
For most of the activities listed here, including ‘free’ programs, you’ll first need to register online using your Activenet account. For most recreation center activities, you’ll also need an active membership, or a 30-day or a single day pass. These can be purchased online or in any of our seven recreation centers.
THIS GUIDE IS CLICKABLE! Want to register or get more information on a program or event? Simply click on the content and you’ll fly off to exactly the right webpage to sign up!
RECREATION CENTERS
Memberships
Finding legendary value these days can seem as unlikely as spotting a mermaid mountain biking at Marshview Park, but with a Virginia Beach Parks & Rec fitness membership you get a year’s access to seven rec centers, with everything below, all included. Now that really is legendary. Join at VBRecCenters.com
SPECIAL HOURS
ALL REC CENTERS
Juneteenth June 19, 9am - 5pm
Independence Day July 3, 9am - 5pm July 4, Closed
BAYSIDE REC CENTER 4500 First Court Road (757) 385-5930
BOW CREEK REC CENTER 3427 Club House Road (757) 385-5960
GREAT NECK REC CENTER 2521 Shorehaven Drive (757) 385-5940
KEMPSVILLE REC CENTER 800 Monmouth Lane (757) 385-5970
PRINCESS ANNE REC CENTER 1400 Nimmo Parkway (757) 385-5950
SEATACK REC CENTER 141 S.Birdneck Road (757) 385-5920
WILLIAMS FARM REC CENTER 5252 Learning Circle (757) 385-2950
Upcoming Events
Save the date! More event details will be available on our website.
OST SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRTION BEGINS
June 6
FALL YOUTH COED FLAG FOOTBALL ONLINE REGISTRATION
June 9
PARKS AFTER DARK BEGINS
June 11 @ Williams Farm Park
June 11 @ Level Green Park
June 13 @ Rosemont Elementary
JUNETEENTH
June 19
Rec Centers open 9am - 5pm
PARTY AT THE PIER SUMMER SERIES
June 16, 18, 23
July 14, 16, 21, 23 Little Island Park
PLAY ALL DAY
June 21, Mount Trashmore Park
PARKS & REC MONTH
July 1 - 31
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
July 4, Mount Trashmore Park
INDEPENDENCE DAY
July 4
Rec Centers closed
Visit our online calendar for more events as well as the most up to date special event information.
GREATEST AMERICAN CLEANUP
July 5
FALL ADULT SOFTBALL FALL TEAM REGISTRATION
July 7
WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL
Aug 1, Mount Trashmore Park
TR FALL REGISTRATION OPENS
Aug 12, 6pm
VIRGINIA BEACH PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION’S ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Sept 18, Red Wing Golf Course vbprf.org
AQUATICS
Aquatics
SWIM CLINICS
These clinics are for participants who are interested in improving their stroke technique. Each clinic includes starts and turns elements for that stroke. Ages 6 - 17 years; clinic fee: $12 (*clinics are $16)
Backstroke
Date Day Time
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jul 7 Tu 11:15am - 12:15pm
Aug 4 Tu 7 - 8pm
Aug 6 Th 11:15am - 12:15pm
Great Neck Rec Center
Aug 12 W 7 - 8pm
Aug 23 Su 2- 3pm
Aug 31 M 7 - 8pm
Kempsville Rec Center
Jun 15 M 7-8 pm
Princess Anne Rec Center
Aug 10 M 6:45 - 7:45pm
Aug 24 M 6:45 - 7:45pm
Date Day Time
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jul 7 Tu 11:15am - 12:15pm
Aug 4 Tu 7 - 8pm
Aug 6 Th 11:15am - 12:15pm
Williams Farm Rec Center
Aug 5 W 6 - 7pm
Seatack Rec Center
Aug 11 Tu 7:15 - 8:15pm
Breaststroke
Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center
Jun 7 Su 2:30 - 3:30pm
Jul 10 F 6 - 7pm
Aug 14 F 6 - 7pm
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jun 23 Tu 7 - 8pm
Jul 28 Tu 11:15am - 12:15pm
Aug 7 F 6 - 7pm
Date Day Time
Princess Anne Rec Center
Jun 12 F 6:45 - 7:45pm
Jul 10 F 6:45 - 7:45pm
Aug 12 W 5:45 - 6:45pm
Aug 26 W 5:45 - 6:45pm
Williams Farm Rec Center
Aug 7 F 6 - 7pm
Seatack Rec Center Aug 25 Tu 6 - 7pm
Butterfly
Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center
Jun 12 F 6 - 7pm
Jul 19 Su 11:15am - 12:15pm
Aug 14 F 7 - 8pm
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jun 26 F 6 - 7pm
Jul 19 Su 11:15am - 12:15pm
Aug 4 Tu 11:15am - 12:15pm Aug 18 Tu 7 - 8pm
Date Day Time
Kempsville Rec Center
Jun 5 F 6 - 7pm
Princess Anne Rec Center
Jun 17 W 6:45 - 7:45pm
Jul 17 F 6:45 - 7:45pm
Aug 12 W 6:45 - 7:45pm
Aug 26 W 6:45 - 7:45pm
Williams Farm Rec Center
Aug 10 M 6 - 7pm
Seatack Rec Center
Jun 7 Su 2:45 - 3:45pm
Aug 25 Tu 7:15 - 8:15pm
Freestyle
Date Day Time
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jun 30 Tu 11:15am - 12:15pm
Jul 7 Tu 7 - 8pm
Jul 24 F 6 - 7pm
Jul 30 Th 11:15am - 12:15pm
Great Neck Rec Center
Aug 12 W 6 - 7pm
Aug 23 Su 1 - 2pm
Aug 31 M 6 - 7pm
Kempsville Rec Center
Jun 5 F 5 - 6pm
Jun 26 F 6 - 7pm
Princess Anne Rec Center
Aug 10 M 5:45 - 6:45pm
Aug 24 M 5:45 - 6:45pm
Williams Farm Rec Center
Aug 12 W 6 - 7pm
Seatack Rec Center
Aug 11 Tu 6 - 7pm
Individual Medley
Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center
Jun 6 Sa 11 - 12:30pm*
Jul 24 F 6 - 7:30pm*
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jun 12 F 6 - 7pm
Jul 9 Th 11:15am - 12:15pm
Aug 16 Su 11:15am - 12:15pm
Kempsville Rec Center
Jun 22 M 7 - 8:30pm*
Princess Anne Rec Center
Jul 31 F 6:15 - 7:15pm
Aug 14 F 5 - 6pm
Aug 28 F 5 - 6pm
Starts, Turns, & Finishes
Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center
Jun 26 F 6 - 7:30pm*
Jul 26 Su 11:15am - 12:45pm*
Aug 21 F 6 - 7:30pm*
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jun 9 Tu 7 - 8:30pm*
Jun 21 Su 11:15am - 12:45pm*
Jul 10 F 6 - 7:30pm*
Princess Anne Rec Center
Jun 26 F 6:15 - 7:45pm
Jul 24 F 6:15 - 7:45pm
Aug 14 F 6:30 - 8pm
Aug 28 F 6:30 - 8pm
Williams Farm Rec Center
Aug 3 M 6 - 7:30pm*
Seatack Rec Center
Jun 7 Su 1 - 2:30pm*
Jun 14 Su 1 - 2:30pm*
Aug 27 Th 6 - 7:30pm*
Swim League Prep Clinic
Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center
Jun 5 F 5 - 6:30pm*
Jul 14 Su 2:30 - 4pm*
Jun 28 Su 2:30 - 4pm*
Jul 12 Su 11:15am - 12:45pm*
Jul 17 F 6 - 7:30pm*
Aug 9 Su 11:15am - 12:45pm*
Aug 16 Su 11:15am - 12:45pm*
Bow Creek Rec Center
Jun 7 Su 11:15am - 12:45pm*
Jul 21 Tu 7 - 8:30 pm*
Aug 2 Su 11:15am - 12:45pm*
Aug 21 F 6 - 7:30pm*
Great Neck Rec Center
Aug 9 Su 1 - 2:30pm*
Aug 17 M 6 - 7:30pm*
Aug 26 W 6 - 7:30pm*
Princess Anne Rec Center
Jun 12 F 5:45 - 6:45pm
Jun 17 W 5:45 - 6:45pm
Jun 26 F 5:15 - 6:15pm
Jul 10 F 5:45 - 6:45pm
Jul 17 F 5:45 - 6:45pm
Jul 24 F 5:15 - 6:15pm
Jul 31 F 5:15 - 6:15pm
Williams Farm Rec Center
Jun 1 M 6 - 7:30pm*
Aug 14 F 6 - 7:30pm*
Great Neck Rec Center
Jun 2 Tu 6 - 7:30pm*
Aug 16 Su 1 - 2:30pm*
AQUATICS
WATER POLO CLINIC:
Do you like basketball, soccer and swimming? Then try water polo. This clinic will introduce you to the ball handling skills used in water polo. Participants must be deep water safe.
Ages: 8-17yrs Fee: $12
Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center
Jun 14 Su 12 - 1pm
Jul 26 Su 2:30 - 3:30pm
Aug 9 Su 2:30 - 3:30pm
Princess Anne Rec Center
Jun 29 M 5:45 - 6:45pm
Jul 22 W 5:45 - 6:45pm
Aug 05 W 5:45 - 6:45pm
Ages: 8-17yrs Fee: $16
Date Day Time
Great Neck Rec Center
Aug 10 M 6 - 7:30pm
Aug 19 W 6 - 7:30pm
Aug 24 M 6 - 7:30pm
YOUTH WATER POLO CLASS
Take this class to build on basic water polo skills! Focusing on treading, passing, field positioning, and gameplay, you’ll be able to become a well rounded, improved water polo player
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Ages: 8-12yrs Fee: $51
Date Day Time
Jun 29 - Aug 17 M 5:30 - 6:30pm
Ages: 13-17yrs Fee: $51
Date Day Time
Jun 29 - Aug 17 M 6:30 - 7:30pm
SUNDAY WATER POLO
This program gives players with experience the opportunity to play pick-up-style water polo with other experienced players. Coaching staff will be available for rule enforcement and explanation for those who are relatively new to the game or have been out of the loop. While knowledge of the sport is recommended, all skill levels are welcome to come try the game out.
Where: Bayside Rec Center
When: Sundays 1:15 - 2:15pm
Ages: 18 yrs+ Fee: $12
SPRINGBOARD DIVE CLINIC
Learn basic diving skills, including approaches, forward and back dives, somersaults and other dives.
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Ages: 7+ yrs Fee: $12
Date Day Time
Jun 16 Tu 6 - 7pm
Jun 23 Tu 6 - 7pm
Jun 30 Tu 6 - 7pm
Jul 07 Tu 6 - 7pm
Jul 14 Tu 6 - 7pm
Jul 21 Tu 6 - 7pm
Jul 28 Tu 6 - 7pm
Aug 4 Tu 6 - 7pm
Where: Princess Anne Rec Center
Ages: 7-10 yrs Fee: $12
Date Day Time
Jul 12 Su 1 - 2pm
Aug 09 Su 1 - 2pm
Ages: 11-18 yrs Fee: $12
Date Day Time
Jul 12 Su 2:15 - 3:15pm Aug 09 Su 2:15 - 3:15pm
ADULT SWIMMING: LEARNING THE BASICS
Learn the basic skills to achieve a minimum level of water competency.
Ages: 14yr+ Fee: $35
Location Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center
Jun 6 - Jul 27 Sa 9:15 - 10am
Jun 22 - Jul 1 M & W 7 - 7:45pm
Jul 6 - July 15 M & W 7 - 7:45pm
Bow Creek Rec Center Jun 22 - Jul 1 M & W 7 - 7:45pm
Aug 31 - Sep 14 M & W 7 - 7:45pm
SWIM LESSONS
Red Cross certified swim lessons for all ages are available at all seven recreation centers.
PARENT AND CHILD AQUATICS
Great Neck Rec Center
Jun 16 - Jul 7 Tu 7:30 - 8:15pm
Jul 21 - Aug 11 Tu 7:30 - 8:15pm
Aug 18 - Sep 8 Tu 7:30 - 8:15pm
Kempsville Rec Center
Jun 2 - Jun 11 Tu, Th 7 - 7:45pm
Jun 16 - Jun 25 Tu, Th 7 - 7:45pm
Jun 22 - Jun 25 M, Tu, W, Th 8:15 - 9am
Jun 29 - Jul 2 M, Tu, W, Th 8:15 - 9am
Jun 30 - Jul 9 Tu 7 - 7:45pm
Jul 6 - Jul 9 M, Tu, W, Th 9 - 9:45am
Jul 13 - Jul 16 M, Tu, W, Th 9 - 9:45am
Jul 14 - Jul 23 Tu 7 - 7:45pm
Jul 20 - Jul 23 M, Tu, W, Th 8:15 - 9am
Jul 27 - Jul 30 M, Tu, W, Th 8:15 - 9am
Jul 28 - Aug 6 Tu 7 - 7:45pm
Aug 3 - Aug 6 M, Tu, W, Th 9 - 9:45am
Aug 10 - Aug 13 M, Tu, W, Th 9 - 9:45am
Aug 11 - Aug 20 Tu 7 - 7:45pm
Seatack Rec Center Jul 11 - Aug 1 Sa 12:15 - 1pm
Aug 15 - Sep 5 Sa 12:15 - 1pm
Williams Farm Rec Center Jun 20 - Jul 18 Sa 9:15 - 10am
Jul 25 - Aug 15 Sa 9:15 - 10am
ADULT SWIMMING: LEARNING AND REFINING SWIM STROKES
Improve foundational skills and swimming strokes.
Ages: 14yr+ Fee: $35
Location Date Day Time
Bayside Rec Center Jun 6 - Jun 27 Sa 10:15 - 11am
Bow Creek Rec Center Jul 6 - Jul 15 M & W 7 - 7:45pm
Williams Farm Rec Center Jul 25 - Aug 15 Sa 9:15 - 10am
A safe and fun introduction to the water for children ages 1-2 to share with a participating adult guardian.
PRESCHOOL AQUATICS
(AGE 3) & (AGE 4 & 5)
Designed for children to learn water adjustment, basic swimming and safety skills.
LEARN TO SWIM LEVELS
1 - 6
This six-level program allows students to progress at their own pace.
LIFEGUARDING AND
INSTRUCTOR LEVEL COURSE
From entry-level to instructor recertification participants learn the knowledge and skills to prevent recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies.
AMERICAN RED CROSS ADULT
AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED
Learn to recognize and respond to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies.
JUNIOR
LIFEGUARD/ JUNIOR SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Review key skills and abilities and volunteer for future sessions of the Learn to Swim program!
SPORTS & FITNESS
Martial Arts
AIKIDO
Aikido (the way of harmony of ki) training emphasizes the discipline of mind and body with harmonious physical and mental dynamics.
Where: Princess Anne Rec Center
Ages: 7yr+ Fee: $49
Date Day Time
Jul 13 - Aug 17 M 6 - 7pm
CLASSICAL JAPANESE KARATE BEGINNER
Learn Japanese Karate. Students must wear a gi.
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Ages: 10yr+ Fee: $69
Date Day Time
Jun 2 - Jul 9 Tu/Th 5:30 - 6:30pm
Jul 16 - Aug 27 Tu/Th 5:30 - 6:30pm
Where: Bow Creek Rec Center
Ages: 7yr+ Fee: $49
Date Day Time
Jul 14 - Aug 18 Tu/Th 5:30 - 6:30pm
CLASSICAL JAPANESE KARATE BEGINNER/NOVICE
Learn Japanese Karate. Students must wear a gi.
Where: Kempsville Rec Center
Ages: 8yr+ Fee: $69
Date Day Time
Jun 2 - Jul 9 Tu/Th 5:45 - 6:45pm Jul 21 - Aug 27 Tu/Th 5:45 - 6:45pm
CLASSICAL JAPANESE KARATE INTERMEDIATE
To attend this class students are required to have the instructors prior approval.
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Ages: 10yr+ Fee: $69
Date Day Time
Jun 2 - Jul 9 Tu/Th 6:30 - 7:30pm Jul 16 - Aug 27 Tu/Th 6:30 - 7:30pm
CLASSICAL JAPANESE KARATE INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
To attend this class students are required to have the instructors prior approval.
Where: Kempsville Rec Center
Ages: 10yr+ Fee: $69
Date Day Time
Jun 2 - Jul 9 Tu/Th 7 - 8pm
Jul 21 - Aug 27 Tu/Th 7 - 8pm
KARATEDO
introduction to Classical Japanese Karate emphasizing the development of mind, body and spirit. Focus on mental discipline, breathing techniques, basic blocks, strikes and stances.
Where: Great Neck Rec Center
Ages: 8yr+ Fee: $69
Date Day Time
Jun 1 - Jul 8 M/W 6:15 - 7:15pm Jul 15 - Aug 24 M/W 6:15 - 7:15pm
KENDO - WAY OF THE SWORD
Kendo, the ‘Way of the Sword’, is the art of sword fighting. Students will learn to use a bamboo-made sword
Where: Kempsville Rec Center
Ages: 8yr+ Fee: $49
Date Day Time
Jul 26 - Aug 30 Su 3 - 4pm
JUDO
Judo (the gentle way) training emphasizes the techniques of throwing, holding, locking, and pinning.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 7yr+ Fee: $49
Date Day Time
Jul 11 - Aug 15 Sa 9:15-10:45am
Outdoor Recreation
MIND OVER MILES
A walking club for adults that meets on the first Tuesday of every month.
Ages: 21yr+
Fee: Free
Location Date Time
Red Wing Park Jun 2 8 - 9:30am
Princess Anne Athletic Complex Jul 7 8 - 9:30am
Lake Smith/ Lawson Park Aug 11 8 - 9:30am
INVESTIGATION NATURE: THE MAGIC OF MOTHS
Join local naturalist Maurice Cullen for an in-depth look into the lives of moths with a presentation and mothing experience to observe, identify, and photograph different species of moths. Where: Parks and Recreation Admin
Ages: 12yr+
Fee: $20
Date Day Time
Aug 20 Th 8:30 - 10:30pm
FULL MOON PADDLE
Stumpy Lake is known for its serene setting, unique trees and abundant wildlife sightings. Paddle with us to view the sunset, moonrise and have a truly unforgettable experience.
Where: Stumpy Lake Natural Area
Ages: 12yr+
Fee: $60
Date Day Time
Jun 29 M 7:30 - 10pm Jul 29 W 7 - 9:30pm Aug 28 F 6:30 - 9pm
FAMILY PADDLE
Parents: bring the kids out for a paddle designed specifically for them! With activities designed to keep younger paddlers engaged.
Ages: 5yr+
Fee: $50
Location Date Time
Pleasure House Point Natural Area Jun 6 9 - 11am
Stumpy Lake Natural Area Jul 25 9 - 11am
Lake Smith/ Lawson Park Aug 22 9 - 11am
SUNSET KAYAK TOUR
Come paddle with us at sunset!
Ages: 12yr+
Fee: $60
Location Date Time
Pleasure House Point Natural Area Jun 11 6 - 8:30pm Thalia Creek Kayak Launch Jun 16 6 - 8:30pm
Pleasure House Point Natural Area Jul 9 6 - 8:30pm Lake Smith/ Lawson Park Aug 18 5:30 - 8pm
Summer Athletics
BEGINNER PICKLEBALL CLINIC
Learn techniques, rules and skills to get started. Equipment is provided.
Where: Bow Creek Rec Center
Ages: 14yr+ Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Jun 10 W 12:30 - 2:30pm
Jul 24 F 5:45 - 7:45pm
Where: Princess Anne Rec Center
Ages: 18yr+ Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Jun 14 Su 1:15-3:15pm
Where: Princess Anne Rec Center
Ages: 18yr+ Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Jun 11 Th 6 - 8pm
Jul 18 Sa 9 - 11am
Aug 8 Sa 9 - 11am
WOMEN’S INTERMEDIATE PICKLEBALL LEAGUE
Join our women’s doubles league for players with a 2.5 rating or higher.
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 18yr+ Fee: $50
Date Day Time
Jul 15 - Aug 19 W 5:30-9pm
LACROSSE
Learn Lacrosse basics while gaining skills in teamwork and leadership.
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 7-10yrs Fee: $100
Date Day Time
Jul 27 - 30 M - Th 12 - 2pm
SOCCER CLINIC
In this clinic your child will learn to play soccer in a fun environment.
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 7-10yrs Fee: $100
Date Day Time
Jul 13 - 16 M, Tu, W, Th 12 - 3pm
DRIBBLE DRILLS AND SKILLS
Want to test and refine your basketball skills? Join us at Williams Farm Recreation Center and our staff will show dribble, drills, skills and techniques.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 8yr+ Fee: $5
Jul 8 W 1 - 3pm Jul 22 W 1 - 3pm Jul 29 W 1 - 3pm
POP-UP SPORTS CLINIC
Is your child looking to learn basic rules of a variety of sports and other fun ageappropriate games. Then come out for this fun 3 hour pop-up clinic
Where: Bow Creek Rec Center
Ages: 6 - 11yrs Fee: $25 Date Day Time Aug 17 M 12 - 3pm Aug 19 W 12 - 3pm Aug 21 F 12 - 3pm
Arts & Crafts SUMMER ACTIVITIES
SANDY ART
Let’s explore our creative side with a craft thats just right for the season. Come explore your artistic side with this sand jar activity that would be fun, colorful and enjoyable, lets bring VA ocean vibes indoors.
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 6-10yrs Fee: $18
Date Day Time
Jun 17 W 4 - 6pm
CRAFTY HANDS
Put your art skills to the test! Using little crafty hands to create unique crafts while enjoying a tasty treat and fun entertainment
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 7-12yrs Fee: $12
Date Day Time
Jun 18 Th 1:30 - 3:30pm
Jul 16 Th 1:30 - 3:30pm
Aug 20 Th 1:30 - 3:30pm
KIDS PAINTING AND PIZZA WITH LIZ
Join us for a fun afternoon of creativity! Kids will enjoy pizza and snacks while painting their own canvas masterpiece.
Where: Great Neck Rec Center
Ages: 7-12yrs Fee: $20
Date Day Time
Jun 20 Sa 10am - 1pm
INTRO TO REALISM DRAWING
This class introduces realistic drawing techniques for teens and young adults. Participants will learn observation skills, value shading, proportion, and detail through guided drawing exercises and finished artworks. Students will practice drawing from life and reference images while building confidence and strong foundational skills.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 13-18yrs Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Jun 20 Sa 9:30 - 11:30am
PAINT NIGHT AT BAYSIDE REC
Whether you’re a couple looking to spend quality time together or just friends looking for something fun to do, Paint Night is all about having a great time while getting creative.
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Ages: 18y+ Fee: $25
Date Day Time
Jun 26 F 5 - 7pm
Aug 21 F 5 - 7pm
FAIRY-TALE PARTY
Step into an adventure and have a magical time at this event full of color, goofy games/activities, a craft corner, delicious treats and theme music for all our Disney guest to enjoy. Come dress in your favorite character costume if you desire but not requied
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 4-10yrs Fee: $20
Date Day Time
Jul 11 Sa 1 - 3pm
COMIC BOOK CREATOR
Step right up for a one-day extravaganza where you’ll unleash your inner comic book genius! Dive into your imagination and craft a universe all your own.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 8-16yrs Fee: $30
Date Day Time
Jul 23 Th 1 - 4pm
COLORFUL VIBES ART CLASS
Do you have a passion for art and want to learn from the best? Meet Virginia local ViBes Artists and learn different art techniques in these unique classes designed for family or individual fun and great experience to unleash your creativity!
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 7-12yrs Fee: $12
Date Day Time
Jun 27 Sa 12:30 - 2pm Jul 25 Sa 12:30 - 2pm
ARTS OF ALL SORTS
Arts of All Sorts is a hands-on, inclusive program designed to explore and celebrate a variety of art forms. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert artist, this program offers a creative space to experiment with different art mediums freely.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 8-17yrs Fee: $5
Date Day Time
Jul 14 Tu 2 - 4pm
Jul 21 Tu 2 - 4pm
Jul 28 Tu 2 - 4pm
Aug 4 Tu 2 - 4pm
Aug 11 Tu 2 - 4pm
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
BASIC PAINTING CLASS
If art and painting is your passion then join us at Seatack Recreation for this basic Paint class. This intriguing class is fun and full of color while creating your art piece.
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 7yrs+ Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Aug 8 Sa 12:30 - 2pm
SCIENCE IN ART WITH FELICIA KALOYDIS
In this six-week art experience, you will come with an exploration mindset and become an investigator of fluid dynamics, air pressure, and gravity, using acrylic paint on canvas.
Where: Bow Creek Rec Center
Ages: 12yrs+ Fee: $89
Date Day Time
Aug 26 - Sep 30 W 5:30 - 6:30pm
Summer Programs
SLIME LAB
Participants will create their own slime using different ingredients and textures. Participants will experiment with colors, glitter, and accessories while learning basic science concepts related to slime creation.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 5-14yrs Fee: $7
Date Day Time
Jun 19 F 3 - 4pm
Jul 17 F 5:30 - 6:30pm
Aug 14 F 5:30 - 6:30pm
TIE-DYE DAY
Participants will learn tie-dye techniques and create colorful custom shirts using various dye patterns
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 8-13yrs Fee: $12
Date Day Time
Jun 16 Tu 4:30 - 5:30pm
GARDENING:
SUMMER SEASON SUCCESS GOOD VEGETABLE HARVEST
Summer vegetable gardens produce good eating now and into the winter. Being successful means planting things that work well in our hot summers (and YOUR yard), and handling the inevitable diseases, critters and bugs that want to enjoy your crops before you do! Come learn about the challenges of weather, watering, insects, birds, and fungus.
Where: Princess Anne Rec Center
Ages: 10yrs+ Fee: FREE
Date Day Time
Jun 16 Tu 6:45 - 7:45pm
STEM EXPLORERS
Kids will complete a STEM project in a small group setting, designed to foster interest in science and technology. Projects include building an air powered car, creating your own lava lamp, and participating in our egg drop challenge.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 7-13yrs Fee: $20
Date Day Time
Jul 30 Th 1 - 4pm
STRESSLESS POINTILLISM ART WITH FELICIA KALOYDIS
Pointillism is the art of creating vibrant paintings using only distinct dots of color. We will eliminate the pressure of pursuing the perfect brushstrokes to create your original work of art, and replace it with a rhythmic, meditative practice that calms your mind.
Where: Bow Creek Rec Center
Ages: 12yrs+ Fee: $89
Date Day Time
Aug 26 - Sep 30 W 7 - 8pm
STEM PLANT SCIENCE WITH CLAY POTS
Participants will learn about plant science by labeling a plant diagram and discussing how plants grow and survive. Participants will then paint, decorate, and plant seeds or small flowers.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 5-12yrs Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Jul 2 Th 2 - 3:30pm
TEEN BUSINESS CREATION CAMP
Teens will learn the basics of entrepreneurship by developing their own small business ideas. Participants will explore branding, product design.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 13-18yrs Fee: $8
Date Day Time
Aug 4 - Aug 7 Tu-F 3:30 - 5:30pm
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
STOP MOTION ANIMATION
Stop Motion Animation is a unique 5 day Summer Camp for youth that teaches the basics of stop motion animation using different objects and materials along with digital photo/video software to empower young participants to create their own worlds of artistic creations
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 12-17yrs Fee: $180
Date Day Time
Jun 22 - Jun 26 M-F 9am - 1pm
BEAT MAKER 101
This 5-day camp is designed to bring out the inner beat maker artist within each camper. Campers will learn that you do not need to be a musical genius to be a good songwriter or artist - what you need is an understanding of the creative process, knowledge of what makes beats work, and have a passion for creating.
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 12-17yrs Fee: $165
Date Day Time
Jul 6 - Jul 10 M-F 9am - 1pm
SOUND AND VISION
This 5-day camp is designed to bring out the inner artist in every one. Together the entire camp group will create a song from scratch, creating the beat, melody and lyrics followed by a music video that we will plan, film and edit. Learn the basics of music creation, audio recording, lighting, filming and editing with this engaging one of a kind course
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 12-17yrs Fee: $165
Date Day Time
Aug 10 - Aug 14 M-F 9am - 1pm
ARTISTIC PLANT SCULPTURE
Participants will create artistic plant sculptures by painting mannequin heads and modifying them to hold plants
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 13-18yrs Fee: $8
Date Day Time
Jun 30 Tu 3:30 - 5:30pm
JIGSAW JAM COMPETITION
Create your team of 2-4 people and race against time, and other participants, to complete your puzzle the first. Teams have just two hours to try and complete the provided 300-piece puzzle.
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 4yrs+ Fee: $10
Date Day Time Jul 17 F 4 - 6pm
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
Parents do you need some time to relax or a date night, we got you covered! Where the kidz can be safe and have fun at the recreation center. Pizza dinner and snacks will be provided.<div>There will be games, gym activities, craft, and have tons of FUN!
Ages: 3-12yrs Fee: $20
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Aug 28 F 5 - 8pm
Where: Bow Creek Rec Center
Jun 12 F 5 - 8pm
Jul 17 F 5 - 8pm
Aug 21 F 5 - 8pm
Where: Kempsville Rec Center Date Day Time
Jun 12 F 5 - 8pm
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Date Day Time
Jun 26 F 5 - 8pm
Jul 31 F 5 - 8pm
Aug 28 F 5 - 8pm
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Date Day Time
Jun 26 F 5 - 8pm
Aug 14 F 5 - 8pm
ESPORTS
It’s time to be the best! Are you ready to show off your gaming skills and test them against some of the best in Virginia Beach?
GamerBus Pop Up
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 5-17yrs Fee: Free
Date Day Time
Jun 23 Tu 6-8pm
Super Smash Bros Tournament
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 8-16yrs Fee: $8
Date Day Time
Jul 1 W 6-8pm
Ultimate Mario Kart Tournament
Where: Williams Farm Rec Center
Ages: 8-16yrs Fee: $8
Date Day Time
Aug 5 W 6-8pm
CHESS BEGINNERS
Students will learn chess terminology, board setup and piece movements, check/checkmate/stalemate concepts, some basic checkmate patterns, principles to follow in the opening, basic defense and calculations, castling, pawn promotion and en-passant, chess notation, and an introduction to tactics
Where: Seatack Rec Center
Ages: 7yrs+ Fee: $25
Date Day Time
Jun 2 - Jun 23 Tu 5 - 6pm
SHAG LESSONS! PRESENTED BY THE VIRGINIA BEACH SHAG CLUB
Come join the Virginia Beach Shag Club for some fun and dancing! Carolina Shag dancing was originally derived from fast dances like the Jive, Jitterbug and Bop by teens along the beaches of North and South Carolina to create a smoother version of these dances that can be done by all ages.
Where: Princess Anne Rec Center
Ages: 12yrs+ Fee: $49
Date Day Time Jul 7 - Aug 11 Tu 6:45 - 7:45pm
CLEVER CHEF FOOD FUN LEVEL 1
Come join us for a program centered around learning more about food and cooking. We will be learning basic kitchen safety, simple cooking skills, and adding new recipes to your repertoire. Each week will focus on a different topic. Prepare and sample the foods we make and learn a few recipes to share
Where: Princess Anne Rec Center
Ages: 7-13yrs Fee: $89
Date Day Time
Aug 31 - Oct 19 M 6:30 - 7:30pm Aug 31 - Oct 19 M 7:30 - 8:30pm
Therapeutic Recreation
TR offers a variety of opportunities throughout the year for children, teens and adults with disabilities. Diagnoses served include Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Down Syndrome, learning disability, mild to profound intellectual disability, traumatic brain injury, hearing impairment, visual impairment, or physical disability
TR SURF N FUN
Would you like to ride a wave? Join Therapeutic Recreation Programs for an afternoon of surf and fun in the sun. Instruction will take place at the Pendleton surfing area. Each surfer will receive a 30-minute surf lesson. Time slots will be assigned after registration. Surfers will be mailed parking passes and additional information prior to the event date. Surfboards and lifejackets are provided; Waves are not guaranteed. Membership cards are not required, so bring the whole family!
Ages: 5yrs+ Fee: $30
Dates Day Time
Jul 11 Sa 10am - 3pm
Jul 25 Sa 10am - 3pm
757 TRAVELERS:
Ages: 18+ Fee: $12
VIRGINIA ZOO
Participants will get to spend a morning exploring the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk while socializing with peers.
Dates Day Time
Jun 5 F 9am - 12pm
RED ROBIN
Eat lunch and socialize with peers at Red Robin with 757 Travelers! Participants will need to bring funds to cover cost of meal and tip. Cash or card are accepted.
Dates Day Time
Jun 10 W 11am - 1:30pm
APRX MINI GOLF
Enjoy an afternoon of mini golf with friends at APEX in Virginia Beach! Participants will need to bring money to cover the cost of the game ($24 for 2 games). Optional funds can be brought to purchase food or drinks.
Dates Day Time
Jul 18 Sa 2:30 - 4:30pm
FLIPPER MCCOY’S
Participants will get to play classic and new arcade games at Virginia Beach’s Flipper McCoy’s arcade at the oceanfront.
Dates Day Time
Aug 11 Tu 10:30am - 1pm
WALK AT OAK GROVE PARK & RITA’S
Come and enjoy an evening walk at Oak Grove Park in Chesapeake followed by a treat at Rita’s (custard or italian ice). Participants will need to bring cash or card to cover their purchase at Rita’s. Participants must be able to navigate a dirt trail with occasional roots.
Dates Day Time
Aug 13 Th 5:30 - 8pm
THE PIZZA BOX
Enjoy an afternoon of mini golf with friends at APEX in Virginia Beach! Participants will need to bring money to cover the cost of the game ($24 for 2 games). Optional funds can be brought to purchase food or drinks.
Dates Day Time
Aug 27 Th 5 - 7:30pm
Forever Young 55+
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
W/ROBIN
Come join us and Robin Paul with Kempsville Library as she facilitates a conversation about a variety of topics and share our own life experiences on the subject
Where: Kempsville Library
Ages: 55yr+ Fee: FREE
Date Day Time
Jun 25 Th 11:45am - 1:45pm
Jul 23 Th 11:30am - 1:30pm
Aug 20 Th 11:30am - 1:30pm
CITY-WIDE FOREVER YOUNG TEA PARTY
Come join us for a Tea Party here at Kempsville Recreation Center. We will have entertainment, lunch, group games, dancing, and lots of fun. Lunch will be provided. Various teas will be available for you to try.
Where: Kempsville Rec Center
Ages: 55yr+ Fee: $17
Date Day Time
Jun 2 Tu 10am - 1pm
BAYSIDE FOREVER YOUNG FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATION
Please join us to celebrate our Fathers or a special male role model in our lives. We will be providing lunch, activities and games
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Ages: 55yr+ Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Jun 17 W 10am - 1pm
CITY-WIDE FOREVER YOUNG
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES
Step into the roaring 1920’s where Jazz and Swing were the bee’s knees with the Doorway Singers. Immerse yourself in the glitz and glam of old time Hollywood by dolling up in your finest dapper threads. Take a gamble and test your knowledge of moving pictures with talkie trivia. And top the night off with southern styled chew and the chance of obtaining an award!
Where: William Farm Rec Center
Ages: 55yr+ Fee: $18
Date Day Time
Aug 26 W 9:45am - 1pm
BAYSIDE’S FOREVER YOUNG HELLO SUMMER PARTY
Please join us for a Summer party with entertainment, games and lunch!
Where: Bayside Rec Center
Ages: 55yr+ Fee: $15
Date Day Time
Jul 15 W 10am - 1pm
FOR ADULTS 55+
Forever Young programs are created for adults ages 55 & up to socialize in special events, lunches, games, arts and crafts, exercise, as well as local shopping trips and excursions.
Forever Young Programs are included with recreation center membership or with SilverSneakers membership.
