Rec Center Events & Activities Stay active and engaged with recreational activities, events, programs, and resources for all ages! Effective June 1, rec center reservations will no longer be required. Drop in child care & day passes coming soon! Featured Events & Activities Friday Night OUTBow Creek | Check out our first ever LGBTQ+ friendly social activity group. Come and share your pride; all are welcome.Shag LessonsJune 28 - August 2 | Join us at Kempsville for lessons in Carolina Shag dancing - a slower version of East Coast Swing! Recurring Events Family Nite HikePickleball for Beginners Page Content (Hidden) January Events January EventsTeam Training Tuesday Evenings @ Williams Farm | January 11 - Mar 3Tuesday, January 11 - Tuesday, March 3 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 6:15pm - 7:15pmDo you like working out with a group but need more personalized instruction taught by certified Personal Trainers? Each 8-week session focuses on torching fat and building lean muscle. You will receive a personal assessment and be coached on your short and long term goals.Register Now »Beginner Pickleball Clinics @ Seatack | January 6 & January 15 Thursday, January 6 (6pm - 8 pm) & Saturday, January 15 (9am - 11am) | Seatack Recreation Center Want to try something new and learn the basics of pickleball or refine your skills? Come on out to Seatack Recreation Center and our knowledgeable staff will show you techniques, rules of play and provide you with opportunities for skill development in a FUN and supportive environment.Register Now »Friday Night OUT @ Bow Creek | January 14 Friday, January 14 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 8:00pmWelcome friends and allies to our first ever LGBTQ friendly social activity group. Each month the center will host a variety of themed diverse crafts, games, activities, and guest speakers. Come and share your pride with us; all are welcome. Membership or a day pass is required.Register Now » (Hidden) February Events February Events Beginner Pickleball Clinics @ Seatack | February 3 & February 12 Thursday, February 3 (6:00pm - 8:00pm) & Saturday, February 12 (9am - 11am) | Seatack Recreation Center Want to try something new and learn the basics of pickleball or refine your skills? Come on out to Seatack Recreation Center and our knowledgeable staff will show you techniques, rules of play and provide you with opportunities for skill development in a FUN and supportive environment. Register Now » Kid's Paint Night @ Kempsville | February 4 Friday, February 4 | Kempsville Recreation Center | 6pm - 8pm Let your child’s inner Picasso come out with this paint night event. Our skilled art instructor will guide your child through a paint project, then finish the night off with pizza, drinks, and a treat. This two-hour program will be conducted in a safe, fun, and sanitized environment. Safety protocols include limited numbers and sanitized equipment. Masks will be required. Register Now » Intro to Archery @ Bayside | February 8 - March 1 Tuesdays | Bayside Recreation Center | 6:00pm - 7:15pm Learn the basics of archery. Whistle commands, basic form & technique as well as discipline and respect for the sport will be taught. Due to close proximity between instructors and participants, masks will be required for this class. Register Now » Archery Skills @ Bayside | February 8 - March 1 Tuesdays | Bayside Recreation Center | 7:30pm - 8:45pm This class is for those who want to take their skills to the next level. Each session will focus on drills that will help improve your form and your shot. All participants must have completed Intro 2 Archery or Beginner Archery Clinic. Due to close proximity between instructors and participants, masks will be required for this class. Register Now » Friday Night OUT @ Bow Creek | February 11 Friday, February 11 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 8:00pm Welcome friends and allies to our first ever LGBTQ+ friendly social activity group. Each month the center will host a variety of themed diverse activities to include mixture of crafts, games, activities, and/or community guest speakers. Come and share your pride with us; all are welcome. Membership or a day pass is required. Register Now » Valentines Day Family Brunch @ Williams Farm | February 11 Friday, February 11 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 11am - 2pm Families join us for a Valentine's Day Family brunch! Participants will play board games and enjoy family karaoke! All ages welcome, children must have accompanying adult. Membership or day pass required. Register Now » Beginner Archery Clinic @ Bayside | February 26 Friday, February 26 | Bayside Recreation Center | 9am - 12pm Short on time, but want to learn the basics of archery? Then our condensed half-day clinic is for you. Whistle commands, basic form & technique as well as discipline and respect for the sport will be taught. Due to close proximity between instructors and participants, masks will be required for this class. Register Now » (Hidden) April Events April EventsKid's Paint Night @ Kempsville | April 1Friday, April 1 | Kempsville Recreation Center | 6pm - 8pm Let your child’s inner Picasso come out with this paint night event. Our skilled art instructor will guide your child through a paint project, then finish the night off with pizza, drinks, and a treat. This two-hour program will be conducted in a safe, fun, and sanitized environment. Safety protocols include limited numbers and sanitized equipment. Masks will be required.Register Now »Recurve Archery @ Bayside | April 5 - May 3Tuesdays | Bayside Recreation Center | 6:00pm - 7:15pmUse recurve bows and 3-D targets in this traditional shooting style. All participants must have completed Intro to Archery or Beginner Archery Clinic.Register Now »Archery Skills @ Bayside | April 5 - May 3Tuesdays | Bayside Recreation Center | 7:30pm - 8:45pmThis class is for those who want to take their skills to the next level. Each session will focus on drills that will help improve your form and your shot. All participants must have completed Intro 2 Archery or Beginner Archery Clinic.Register Now »Hooked on Climbing @ Seatack | April 8 (2 Sessions)Friday, April 8 | Seatack Recreation Center | 5:30pm -6:30pm & 6:45pm - 7:45pmCome on out to Seatack Rec Center and climb our 24 foot rock wall. All equipment is provided. No experience necessary.Register Now »Friday Night OUT @ Bow Creek | April 8Friday, March 11 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 8:00pmWelcome friends and allies to our first ever LGBTQ+ friendly social activity group. Each month the center will host a variety of themed diverse activities to include mixture of crafts, games, activities, and/or community guest speakers. Come and share your pride with us; all are welcome. Membership or a day pass is required.Register Now »Prom Dress Giveaway @ Bayside | April 9Saturday April 9 | Bayside Recreation Center | 10am - 3pm Guess what Proms back! Bayside Recreation Center invites high school students to a 1 day Prom Dress Giveaway where you can choose a dress that fits your unique style—completely FREE of charge. More than 200 dresses have been donated just for you. We have vintage and brand new, short and long, and sizes 0-20+. We believe all high school students should be able to attend Prom without worrying about the cost. We welcome people of different gender identities, abilities, sizes, and socioeconomic status. Registration not required!Spring Break Celebration! @ Williams Farm | April 15Friday, April 15 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 5pm - 8pm Join us for a fun filled night of board games, table tennis, and much more! Participants ages 5-12 can join in as we celebrate our week away from school! Membership or day pass required.Register Now »Painter's Corner @ Williams Farm | April 23Saturday, April 23 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 12pm - 3pm Welcome to Painter's Corner, whether you're an amatuer or seasoned artist, join us in painting with acrylics on canvas. No experience required. Instructor will guide you along the way. Membership or day pass required.Register Now »Adult Latin Line-Dancing @ Bow Creek | April 28Thursday, April 28 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:45pm - 7:45pm Hola amigo/as and welcome back to a new season of classes! Join us for free preview class to spice up the spring as we dance the night away with various dance styles from salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. We'll explore the different styles of Latin music taught in a line dancing style format.Register Now » (Hidden) May Events May EventsShag Lessons @ Kempsville | May 3 - June 7Tuesdays | Kempsville Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 7:30pmCome join us for some fun and dancing! Carolina Shag dancing is a smoother, slower version of East Coast Swing/Jitterbug/Jive dances. The dance is done to "beach music" which is Rock, R & B and pop from the 50's and 60's. No partner required for registration.Register Now »Adult Latin Line-Dancing @ Bow Creek | May 5Thursday, May 5 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:45pm - 7:45pm Hola amigo/as and welcome back to a new season of classes! Join us for free preview class to spice up the spring as we dance the night away with various dance styles from salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. We'll explore the different styles of Latin music taught in a line dancing style format.Register Now »Parent's Night Out @ Bayside | May 6Friday, May 6 | Bayside Recreation Center | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmParents are you in need of a date night, or just some time of relaxation? Well, Kid's Night Out is the perfect program for you. Enjoy a night out on the town, while your children enjoy a night of fun at the rec center. No time to figure out dinner? No worries, we have you covered. Pizza and drinks are included.Register Now »Kid's Paint Night @ Kempsville | May 6Friday, May 6 | Kempsville Recreation Center | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmLet your child’s inner Picasso come out with this paint night event. Our skilled art instructor will guide your child through a paint project, then finish the night off with pizza, drinks, and a treat. Register Now »Parent and Me Painting @ Williams Farm | May 7Saturday, May 7 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 12pm - 3pm Our painting class promotes parent-child bonding and develops fine motor skills. Join us for a special day that will leave a lifetime of memories. You and y our child each make one painting and when you hang them next to each other they create one masterpiece! All materials included. Register Now »Cooking with Bri @ Great Neck | May 7Saturday, May 7 | Great Neck Recreation Center | 12:30pm - 2:30pmSaturday afternoon have just gotten better. Come sit down with Bri and get ready to make some healthy treats to eat. We'll supply all the edible craft materials for the program. Instructor: Great Neck StaffRegister Now »Hooked on Climbing @ Seatack | May 13 (2 Sessions)Friday, May 13 | Seatack Recreation Center | 5:30pm -6:30pm & 6:45pm - 7:45pmCome on out to Seatack Rec Center and climb our 24 foot rock wall. All equipment is provided. No experience necessary.Register Now »Friday Night OUT @ Bow Creek | May 13Friday, May 13 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 8:00pmWelcome friends and allies to our first ever LGBTQ+ friendly social activity group. Each month the center will host a variety of themed diverse activities to include mixture of crafts, games, activities, and/or community guest speakers. Come and share your pride with us; all are welcome. Membership or a day pass is required.Register Now »Bike Rodeo@ Great Neck | May 14Saturday, May 14 | Great Neck Recreation Center | 9am - 11am Enjoy a fun filled safety day riding your bicycles through a safety course, interact and be guided by our Virginia Beach Bike Patrol unit, have your bike inspected for safety issues. Learn proper road travel protocol, hand signals, crosswalk, railroad track etiquette, and safety. First 20 registered participants to receive free helmet and swag. Register Now »Family Kendo @ Kempsville | May 27 - July 1Fridays | Kempsville Recreation Center | 6:40 pm - 7:40 pmKendo, the 'Way of the Sword', is the art of sword fighting. Students will learn to use a bamboo-made sword to strike effective blows on targeted areas of the body and develop competing skills, as well as the etiquette and philosophy behind it.Register Now » June Events June EventsAdult Latin Line-Dancing @ Bow Creek | June 2 - June 9Thursdays | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 7:30pm Hola amigo/as and welcome back to a new season of classes! Join us for free preview class to spice up the spring as we dance the night away with various dance styles from salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. We'll explore the different styles of Latin music taught in a line dancing style format.Register Now »Friday Night OUT @ Bow Creek | June 10Friday, June 10 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 8:00pmWelcome friends and allies to our first ever LGBTQ+ friendly social activity group. Each month the center will host a variety of themed diverse activities to include mixture of crafts, games, activities, and/or community guest speakers. Come and share your pride with us; all are welcome. Register Now »Full Moon Paddle @ Stumpy Lake | June 14Tuesday, June 14 | Stumpy Lake Natural Area | 7:30 pm - 10:00 pmStumpy Lake is known for its serene setting, unique trees and abundant wildlife sightings. Kayaking this area by moonlight only adds to the ambiance and appeal. Paddle with us to view the sunset, moonrise and have a truely unforgetable experience. Register Now »Parent's Night Out @ Bayside | June 17Friday, June 17 | Bayside Recreation Center | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmParents are you in need of a date night, or just some time of relaxation? Well, Parent's Night Out is the perfect program for you. Enjoy a night out on the town, while your children enjoy a night of fun at the rec center. No time to figure out dinner? No worries, we have you covered. Pizza and drinks are included. Also, kids will be making a Father's Day themed craft. Register Now »The Creative Pod Program @ Bow Creek | June 21 - August 25Tuesdays & Thursdays | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 12:00pm - 5:00pm (drop in)This program is sure to stir your creative abilities and talent through a variety of art projects including sketching, painting, and clay creations just to name a few. This is a 10 week program offered two days a week. (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 12:00 pm to 5 pm. You may drop-in anytime during these hours to work on your art projects.Register Now »Shag Lessons @ Kempsville | June 28 - August 2Tuesdays | Kempsville Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 7:30pmCome join us for some fun and dancing! Carolina Shag dancing is a smoother, slower version of East Coast Swing/Jitterbug/Jive dances. The dance is done to "beach music" which is Rock, R & B and pop from the 50's and 60's. No partner required for registration.Register Now » July Events July EventsParent's Night Out @ Bow Creek | July 1Friday, July 1 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmParents are you in need of a date night, or just some time of relaxation? Well, Parent's Night Out is the perfect program for you. Enjoy a night out on the town, while your children enjoy a night of fun at the rec center. No time to figure out dinner? No worries, we have you covered. Pizza and drinks are included. Register Now »Hooked on Climbing @ Seatack | July 1 (2 sessions)Friday, July 1 | Seatack Recreation Center | 5:30pm -6:30pm & 6:45pm - 7:45pmCome on out to Seatack Rec Center and climb our 24 foot rock wall. All equipment is provided. No experience necessary.Register Now »Adult Latin Line-Dancing @ Bow Creek | July 7 - July 14Thursdays | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 7:30pm Hola amigo/as and welcome back to a new season of classes! Join us for free preview class to spice up the spring as we dance the night away with various dance styles from salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. We'll explore the different styles of Latin music taught in a line dancing style format.Register Now »Friday Night OUT @ Bow Creek | July 8Friday, July 8 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30pm - 8:00pmWelcome friends and allies to our first ever LGBTQ+ friendly social activity group. Each month the center will host a variety of themed diverse activities to include mixture of crafts, games, activities, and/or community guest speakers. Come and share your pride with us; all are welcome. Register Now »Sunset Kayak Tour @ Lake Lawson/Lake Smith | July 9Saturday, July 9 | Lake Lawson/Lake Smith Natural Area | 6:00pm - 8:30pmCome Paddle with us at sunset! Those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Wear water appropriate clothing and footwear. Tandem kayaks (max weight 500 lbs per boat), paddles and life jackets will be provided. This activity requires the ability to get in & out of kayak and to be able to paddle unassisted.Register Now »Full Moon Paddle @ Stumpy Lake | July 13Wednesday, July 13 | Lake Lawson/Lake Smith Natural Area | 7:30pm - 10:00pmStumpy Lake is known for its serene setting, unique trees and abundant wildlife sightings. Kayaking this area by moonlight only adds to the ambiance and appeal. Paddle with us to view the sunset, moonrise and have a truely unforgetable experience. Those under 16 must be accompanied in boat by a parent or guardian. Register Now »Making S'more Memories @ Williams Farm | July 15Friday, July 15 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 1:00pm - 3:00pmJoin us for campfire stories, learn how to set up a tent and make a DIY S'mores kit to take home! Membership or day pass required.Register Now »Family Paddle @ Stumpy Lake | July 30Saturday, July 30 | Stumpy Lake Natural Area | 9:00am - 11:00amParents: bring the kids out for a paddle designed specifically for them! With activities designed to keep younger paddlers engaged, the family will have a chance to unplug and catch some great nature views at the same time. All participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Wear water appropriate clothing and footwear. Register Now »The Creative Pod Program @ Bow Creek | June 21 - August 25Tuesdays & Thursdays | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 12:00pm - 5:00pm (drop in)This program is sure to stir your creative abilities and talent through a variety of art projects including sketching, painting, and clay creations just to name a few. This is a 10 week program offered two days a week. (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 12:00 pm to 5 pm. You may drop-in anytime during these hours to work on your art projects.Register Now » (Hidden) September Events September Events3 on 3 Teen Basketball Challenge @ Williams Farm | September 24Monday, September 24 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmTime to bring your basketball skills to the court. We will have a 3 v 3 Tournament and afterwards food and drinks!Register Now »Just Paint It @ Bow Creek | September 24Monday, September 24 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6 pm - 8 pmWhether you're a couple looking to spend quality time together or just friends looking for something fun to do, "Just Paint It" is all about having a great time while getting creative and trying your hand at painting your own piece of art. Membership Required.Register Now » Teen Spades Tournament @ Williams Farm | September 25 Saturday, September 25 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 2 pm - 4 pm Gather your friends and show off your two person skills with a spades tournament! Double elimination! Membership Required. Register Now » Fall Flannel Fest @ Bow Creek | September 25 Saturday, September 25 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 11 am - 2 pm All ages are invited to play games and take part in nature-based activities, games, and more in this rustic theme event. There will be various vendors, exhibitors and delicious eats available for purchase through local food trucks! We're hosting a Sensory Tent that's dedicated for individuals needing a calm, safe space and organized sensory input for over-stimulation. Register Now » (Hidden) October Events October Events Family Indoor Campout @ Kempsville | October 22Friday, October 22 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:30 pm - 8 pmTake the experience of the great outdoors inside with our family friendly event that will be filled with a variety of activities to include a firefly scavenger hunt under the stars, indoor pond hike, a nature craft, and s'mores cookout. It'll be a night like no other!Register Now » Ghoula Palooza @ Great Neck | October 23 Saturday, October 23 | Great Neck Recreation Center | 11 am - 2 pm Get your costumes ready because it's going to get spooky when we light the cauldrons.. and then the witches, ghosts, and ghouls come out to play! There will be freakishly fantastic music to dance to with loads of frighteningly fun activities to do and vendors to see. Register Now » Little Pumpkin Painting Party @ Seatack | October 23 Saturday, October 23 | Seatack Recreation Center | 9:30 am - 11 am Bring the family out to Seatack Recreation Center and get in the Halloween spirit. We'll be painting little pumpkins! Light refreshments and other spirited activities will be provided. $10 registration fee for all painters. Membership or day pass is required. Register Now » Nerf Turf Battle @ Kempsville | October 31 Sunday, October 31 | Kempsville Recreation Center | 11 am - 1 pm Nerf Trick or Treat! Spend the evening defending your turf in this 2 hour Halloween Nerf battle. Don your child-friendly costumes (no masks or trip hazards, please)! Pizza & Drinks will be served after the battle. Membership Required. Register Now » (Hidden) November Events November EventsFish Gravel Mosaic Art @ Great Neck | November 6Saturday, November 6 | Great Neck Recreation Center | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Ages 18 & up: Show your artistic side create a beautiful mosaic from assorted fish gravel. Patterns available to be placed on round or rectangle wooden pieces. Colors are blue, black, red, white, clear, yellow, green, brown, purple, silver, gray and gold. Great for Christmas gifts. Registration is required, membership required. Day passes available.Register Now »3 on 3 Teen Basketball Challenge @ Williams Farm | November 12Friday, November 12 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Time to bring your basketball skills to the court. We will have a 3 v 3 Tournament and afterwards food and drinks! Membership Required.Register Now »Red, White, and Blue Thanks to you! | November 13Saturday, November 13 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm To show our thanks to our fellow soldiers and veterans, we will be having a fun night of bingo, Free to the veterans and current service members and their families, non service members are welcome to attend as well. There will be fun prizes to take home! Water, fruit punch, and lemonade with snacks and pizza will be there for you to enjoy!Register Now »Parent's Night Out - Pajama Party! @ Williams Farm | November 19Friday, November 19 | Williams Farm Recreation Center | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pmParents are you in need of a date night, or just some time of relaxation? Well, Parent's Night Out Movie Night is the perfect program for you. Enjoy a night out on the town or get a jump start on your holiday shopping while your children enjoy a night of fun at the rec center. Kids will have a pizza and cookie snack!Register Now » (Hidden) December Events December EventsAdult Game Night @ Great Neck | December 3Friday, December 3 | Great Neck Recreation Center | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pmAges 18 & up: Mah Jong, Bridge, Spades, Trivial Pursuit, Cribbage, Giant Chess, Giant Checkers, Giant Connect 4, Rummy, Monopoly, Life, etc. Get you game night on, learn new games, and meet others in the community. Cost: Free, membership required. Day passes available. Register Now »Kid's Paint Night @ Kempsville | December 3Friday, December 3 | Kempsville Recreation Center | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmLet your child’s inner Picasso come out with this paint night event. Our skilled art instructor will guide your child through a paint project, then finish the night off with pizza, drinks, and a treat. Register Now »Pickleball for Beginners @ Bow Creek | December 11Saturday, December 11 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 9:30 am - 11:30 amWant to try something new and learn the basics of pickleball or refine your skills? Come on out to Bow Creek Recreation Center and our knowledgeable staff will show you techniques, rules of play and provide you with opportunities for skill development in a FUN and supportive environment.Register Now »Just Paint It! @ Bow Creek | December 17Friday, December 17 | Bow Creek Recreation Center | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmHoliday season is here and we are introducing a new Family Painting Event. Both adults and children ages 9 and up can come to share in this "Just Paint It" experience. Looking to spend quality time together as a family or just on your own? "Just Paint It" is all about having a great time while getting creative and trying your hand at painting your own custom piece of art.Register Now » Programs for All Ages & Lifestyles Inclusion Support ServicesTherapeutic RecreationYouth Opportunities OfficePersonal Training Fitness at Home Parks & Rec Group FitnessFitness for KidsLes Mills On DemandSilver Sneakers Contact InformationParks & Recreation(757) 385-1100fun@VBgov.com Connect With UsFind us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterView our YouTube VideosView our latest photos on InstagramSignup for our newsletter Martial Arts Treasures in Our Parks Recreation Centers Bikeways & Trails Special Events Facebook Fitness Group