Get Your Passport to Fitness!

Does your New Year's resolution include losing weight or getting fit? To make 2010 a success, visit your local recreation center on January 16 for Passport to Fitness. Bring a friend or family member and sample a variety of fitness mini-classes at this free event. We offer core conditioning, cardio, mind & body, water fitness and adult fitness classes.  Learn about upcoming programs and speak with our staff to answer your fitness questions. Show up ready to work out and bring a swim suit if you want to try our water classes. You can also enter to win a 30-day unlimited group fitness pass to help you with your resolution!
 
View a schedule of the mini-classes being held at each recreation center and save the date for this great fitness event!

Experience Virginia Beach Winter Wildlife

Plan to attend the Winter Wildlife Festival on January 30 for the chance to witness winter wildlife all around Virginia Beach, whether it's following fascinating bird activity, spectacular whale sightings or the musings of harbor seals near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. Learn what it takes to properly observe and identify wildlife, while embracing the eco-friendly concept of "leave no trace."
 
This event includes educational workshops such as Rain Barrel Making and Backyard Habitat, and engaging excursions that are sure to captivate outdoor enthusiasts, both novice and expert. Registration is required to attend workshops and excursions (some require a fee), so sign up early before they fill! 
 
Be sure to stop by the Exhibit Hall and speak with Winter Wildlife Festival partners and learn ways to get involved with local environmental efforts. The Exhibit Hall is free to attend and will be open at Kempsville Recreation Center from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
 
Visit VBgov.com/WinterWildlife for a full list of excursions and educational sessions along with registration information.

Planning an Event in 2010? 

Reserve a Picnic Shelter in Our Parks 

 

If you're planning an outdoor event or gathering in the coming year, consider hosting it in a Virginia Beach city park.  Reserve a picnic shelter and enjoy the serenity and beauty of the park surrounded by your friends and family!

 

Picnic shelters are available in the following parks: Bayville Farms, City View, Great Neck, Little Island, Mount Trashmore, Munden Point, Red Wing and Woodstock Park. Shelter sizes range from eight to twelve tables and all shelters have grills for charcoal cooking.

 

Shelter reservations for 2010 begin on January 4. View rates and reservation procedures for shelters.

 

Get Married in Our Parks

 

Weddings are welcome in designated parks throughout the city.  We have three beautiful gardens at Red Wing Park and a gazebo overlooking the Lynnhaven Bay at Great Neck Park that are among our most popular wedding locations. 

 

Reservations for 2010 begin on January 4. View rates and information for weddings.

Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation believes all of our diverse citizens have a right to participate in community recreation and we are committed to creating equal access for everyone who may have a challenge or barrier. If you or your child require additional support, we can help.  Learn more about our accommodation and inclusion services.