NEW Catalog of Activities

We are your local parks and recreation department. We are pleased to offer NEW youth and adult hockey lessons and play times. Plus we have fun ways to explore hobbies with classes in art, crafts, dance, fitness, cooking, Italian, Japanese culture and more! Don’t miss our list of outdoor parks to explore; dates to sign up for youth soccer, field hockey and baseball; or our list of spring trips and special events.
Upcoming Classes for Kids & Adults
Join the fun with these Children's Classes beginning in the next four weeks.
Have you heard? Our new online registration is open for business! We now accept registration online, in person and by mail. Questions? Call 540-372-1086. Sign up for these programs now:
Now Registering: Youth Sports
Youth Soccer
Novice (6yrs-7yrs)
Rookie (8yrs-9yrs)
Junior (10yrs-12yrs)
Senior (13yrs-16yrs)
Deadline to register is February 21st. There is a $10 late fee for any late registration. Location: Dixon Park. Season: March 6 – May 9, Times Vary: weekday evenings and Saturdays. Fee: $30/$60 (residents/non-residents). Registration forms »

Tot Soccer
4yrs – 5yrs
Deadline to register is March 13th. There is a $10 late registration fee. Location:
Dixon Park. 5 Week Program (Program will meet on Saturdays only)
Sessions 1: 9:00am – 10:00 am
Session 2: 10:00am – 11:00am
March 28 – May 2 (No session on Saturday, April 12)
Fee: $25/$50 (residents/non-residents) Registration forms »

"Quick Sticks" Field Hockey
Rookies (7yrs – 9yrs)
Juniors (10yrs – 12yrs)
Seniors (13yrs – 15yrs)
Deadline to register is February 21st. There is a $10 fee for late registration after February 21st. Location: Dixon Park. March 16 – May 9 Times Vary: weekday evenings and Saturdays. Fee: $30/$60 (resident/non-residents) Registration forms »

"Lil Sticks" Field Hockey
5 yrs - 6 yrs
Deadline to register is March 13th. There is a $10 late registration fee after March 13th. Location: Dixon Park. 5 Week Program (Program will meet on Saturdays only)
March 28-May 2 (No session on Saturday, April 12) 9:00am-10:00am
Fee: $25/$50 (residents/non-residents) Registration forms »

Dek Hockey Clinic
8 yrs -11 yrs
Is your child interested in hockey but have no experience on roller blades? You’ve come to the right place. Dek Hockey Clinic is a program designed to teach your child the basics of hockey while keeping their feet on the ground. We have partnered with the University of Mary Washington Ice Hockey to teach you a sport that can be played by all. The experienced instructors will have your child playing like a pro in no time. Please bring hockey stick. Location: Fredericksburg Roller Hockey Rink.
Session 1: February 8th, Saturday, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Session 2: February 22nd, Saturday, 9:00am-10:00am
Session 3: March 7th, Saturday, 9:00am-10:00am
Session 4: March 21st, Saturday, 9:00am-10:00am
$10 (residents/non-residents)
Coaches Wanted
If you have a love of the game and enjoy working with children and passing on that interest, call us! Our seasons are about 6 to 8 weeks long. You bring us your enthusiasm and we’ll give you what you need to get started with our department as a coach! Call 540-372-1086 ext. 214 or email wlmitchell@fredericksburgva.gov
Upcoming Special Events
Snowball Fight Rescheduled for THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, February 1 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Admission $3 per person or $5 for 2 people

Held snow or shine! Come dressed for the weather, bring drinking water.Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Teen and adults, bring your group of friends and we’ll schedule you for an adults-only match too! Matches are approximately every 10 minutes. Signed waivers are required to play. For info: Follow the Facebook Event or call 540-372-1086. Admission accepted on-site at the event.
Father-Daughter Dance
Friday, February 7 at 6:30pm–8:30pm
Pre-register: $6 per person. At the door if space: $8 per person
Lafayette Upper Elementary School, 3 Learning Lane

Attention Dads!! Join us for our Annual Valentine’s Dance for fathers, stepdads, grandpas, and uncles to treat their little sweethearts to an evening of dress-up, fun and dancing. It’s a magical evening for dads and daughters alike. Girls must be between 4 -12 years old. For more information please call 540-372-1086 ext. 0,   email us  or follow the event on  Facebook. Register online »
Nerf Mania
Friday, February 28
6:30pm–7:30pm (Ages 6-8yrs)
7:45pm-8:45pm (Ages 9-13yrs)
Dorothy Hart Community Center, 408 Canal Street
$10 per person, limited space – pre-registration is required.

Nerf Mania will feature several short games such as capture the flag, free play with obstacles, target practice, and other favorites. Pizza and drinks will be provided. Bring your own Nerf gun (limit only 1) and protective eye wear. We will supply the Nerf bullets. Players must wear protective eyewear. Staff reserves the right to deny use of any participant’s Nerf gun that they feel is too powerful. Pre-registration is required. Parents must stay with children during the event. For more information please call 540-372-1086 ext. 0,   email us  or follow the event on  Facebook. Register online for 6-8 years» or Register online for 9-13 years»
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Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events
The mission of the Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation, and Events Department is to enhance the lives of our citizens by providing a diverse package of recreation and park opportunities.

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