PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS
Discover Exciting Events & Programs in Gloucester!
From seasonal festivals and outdoor adventures to youth sports and cultural activities, Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism offers a wide range of events and programs for all ages to enjoy. Browse our calendar to find something that suits your interests. When you’re ready to sign up or register, please note that you’ll be redirected to our official registration platform, CivicRec, to complete the process securely and efficiently.
*Some items listed may be closed for registration, have reached max capacity, or have an upcoming registration opening date. Check the official registration website for more information.
Intermediate Belly Dance
This is a great place for new dancers and those wanting to brush up on their technique. We will learn basic belly dance movements and techniques, posturing, language, move execution and this helps you to build necessary strength.
YOGA - August
Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism invites you to join Free Flow Floor Yoga led by Instructor Nichole Knott. Designed for participants ages 13 and older, this class offers a creative and engaging yoga experience for a wide range of abilities.
International Cuisine Culinary Club ( Aug 5 - 26 )
In this 8-week course you will explore international cuisine, characteristic cooking practices and traditions often associated with a specific region, country, or culture.
Fall Field Hockey Clinics
Designed for FUN & skill development. All players must have shin guards, mouthguard, stick, & cleats.
Dolphin Watching: Best Years Trip
Experience the excitement of seeing dolphins in their natural habitat on a sightseeing cruise departing from Rudee Inlet.
Park After Dark - August
The after dark hours are generally for the residents of the park! Join us as we keep the gates open late for you to experience the beauty and activity of the park at night.
Virginia Aquarium: Best Years Trip
Discover the wonders of Virginia's marine life with a visit to the Virginia Aquarium.
Fall Karate
uild confidence, strength, and discipline with our Shorinji Ryu Japanese Karate program.
B-I-N-G-O - August
Join us for BINGO on the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Stewart Building, a lively and social event exclusively for ages 50 and up!
Fall Gymnastics
Get ready to flip into fall! Registration for Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism's Fall Gymnastics Program opens Monday, August 10.
YOGA - September
Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism invites you to join Free Flow Floor Yoga led by Instructor Nichole Knott. Designed for participants ages 13 and older, this class offers a creative and engaging yoga experience for a wide range of abilities.
Fall Social : Best Years Trips
Curious about Best Years Trips and all the fun places we’re headed? Come learn more at our Best Years Trips Social on September 4 at Whitcomb Lodge at Beaverdam Park!
Glow Paint Class - Waterfall Edition
Youth ages 11-17 are invited to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece using vibrant glow paints under black lights.
International Cuisine Culinary Club
In this 8-week course you will explore international cuisine, characteristic cooking practices and traditions often associated with a specific region, country, or culture.
Flight Night at Zoll Vineyards
Join us for a Best Years Trip to Flight Night at Zoll Vineyards! Gather your friends for a fun evening of tasting, comparing favorites and maybe discovering a new wine to love.
Little Lotus Kids Yoga (Ages 3-5)
A fun and calming yoga class designed just for ages 3–5! Through playful games, stories, movement, and simple yoga poses, children will explore breathing, mindfulness, and creativity in a supportive environment.
Mighty Minds Kids Yoga (Ages 6-11)
An engaging yoga class for ages 6–11 that combines movement, breathing, mindfulness, and fun activities to help kids grow strong in both body and mind!
Harvest Market at Oozlefinch: Best Years Trip
Join Best Years for a fall outing to the Harvest Market at Oozlefinch Beers & Blending!
West Point's Food Trucks by The River: Best Years Trip
Spend a relaxing evening enjoying great food, live music, and beautiful waterfront views at Food Truck Friday at Riverwalk Park.
The Full Hike - Sept 19
Beaverdam has beautiful trails where you can enjoy the flora and fauna of Gloucester.
Bird Bingo at Beaverdam
Grab the family and get ready to spread your wings for a fun new adventure! Join us at Beaverdam Park on September 19 for Bird Bingo—a family-friendly way to explore the park, enjoy the outdoors, and see how many feathered friends you can spot.
Fall Adult Co-Ed Softball
Adult Co-Ed Softball registration is now OPEN! Gather your friends, coworkers, or neighbors and sign up for a fun and competitive summer season.
B-I-N-G-O - SEPT
Join us for BINGO on the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Stewart Building, a lively and social event exclusively for ages 50 and up!
Park After Dark - September
The after dark hours are generally for the residents of the park! Join us as we keep the gates open late for you to experience the beauty and activity of the park at night.
Drumhellers Orchard Harvest Festival: Best Years Trip
Celebrate the flavors and traditions of fall at Drumheller's Apple Festival. Enjoy a fun-filled day featuring apple launching, fresh apple butter demonstrations, live country music, local vendors, and scenic mountain views.
Freshwater Fishing Workshop
Calling all young anglers! Join Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism for a Freshwater Fishing Workshop led by Park Ranger Luke.
Jamestown Discovery Tour: Best Years Trip
Experience the beauty and history of the James River on a guided sightseeing cruise.
Halloween Spooktacular Driving Tour
It’s time to break out the cobwebs, pumpkins, skeletons, and all things spooky. Gloucester homes and businesses are invited to decorate for Halloween and enter the 2026 Spooky Driving Tour Competition for a chance to win!
Gauthier Vineyard & Pizza
Join us for a Best Years Trip to Gauthier Vineyard and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the porch with friends! Sip your favorite wine, enjoy some delicious pizza and take in the vineyard atmosphere.
Belly Dance Workshop
In this introduction workshop you will learn the basics of Belly Dance.
YOGA - October
Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism invites you to join Free Flow Floor Yoga led by Instructor Nichole Knott. Designed for participants ages 13 and older, this class offers a creative and engaging yoga experience for a wide range of abilities.
International Cuisine Culinary Club
In this 8-week course you will explore international cuisine, characteristic cooking practices and traditions often associated with a specific region, country, or culture.
Mamma Mia! : Best Years Trip
Join us for the hit musical MAMMA MIA! featuring the timeless songs of ABBA.
Intermediate Belly Dance
This is a great place for new dancers and those wanting to brush up on their technique. We will learn basic belly dance movements and techniques, posturing, language, move execution and this helps you to build necessary strength.
The Full Hike - October 17
Beaverdam has beautiful trails where you can enjoy the flora and fauna of Gloucester.
Fall Foliage Paddle
Join Beaverdam Park Rangers on October 17 for a Fall Foliage Paddle around beautiful Beaverdam Lake!
Skyline Drive: Best Years Trip
There's no better time to experience the beauty of Virginia than during the peak of fall foliage! Join us for a relaxing day trip through Shenandoah National Park as we travel the iconic Skyline Drive, one of the nation's most scenic byways.
Spooky GLO Park After Dark
The after dark hours are generally for the residents of the park! Join us as we keep the gates open late for you to experience the beauty and activity of the park at night.
B-I-N-G-O - OCT
Join us for BINGO on the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Stewart Building, a lively and social event exclusively for ages 50 and up!
Norfolk Botanical Garden: Best Years Trip
Celebrate the beauty of fall with a visit to Norfolk Botanical Garden, Virginia's largest botanical garden.
Touch-A-Truck 2026
Touch-A-Truck 2026 is rolling into Gloucester on Sunday, November 1, from 12:00–4:00 PM at the Old Page Grounds!
YOGA - November
Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism invites you to join Free Flow Floor Yoga led by Instructor Nichole Knott. Designed for participants ages 13 and older, this class offers a creative and engaging yoga experience for a wide range of abilities.
Skyline Drive: Best Years Trip
There's no better time to experience the beauty of Virginia than during the peak of fall foliage! Join us for a relaxing day trip through Shenandoah National Park as we travel the iconic Skyline Drive, one of the nation's most scenic byways.
Naturalist Paddle
Explore Beaverdam Lake from a whole new perspective on our Guided Naturalist Paddle.
Winter Basketball
Get ready to hit the court! Our Winter Youth Basketball League is perfect for players ages 8–16 looking to build skills, make friends, and have FUN this winter!
Owl Prowl (Family Friendly)
Join us for a family-friendly evening adventure at Beaverdam Park as we explore the fascinating world of owls.
Harvest Market at Oozlefinch: Best Years Trip
Join Best Years for a fall outing to the Harvest Market at Oozlefinch Beers & Blending!
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts: Best Years Trips
Spend the day exploring one of the nation's premier art museums at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond.
Park After Dark - November
The after dark hours are generally for the residents of the park! Join us as we keep the gates open late for you to experience the beauty and activity of the park at night.
The Full Hike - November 21
Beaverdam has beautiful trails where you can enjoy the flora and fauna of Gloucester.
Owl Walk ( 16+)
Step into the woods after dark and discover WHO stays awake while the rest of the park sleeps.
Christmas & Holiday Parade & Annual Tree Lighting
Experience the quaint charm of Gloucester Main Street under the glowing lights and twinkle of the holidays.
The Full Hike - August
Beaverdam has beautiful trails where you can enjoy the flora and fauna of Gloucester.
Treasures & Taste : Best Years Trip
Looking for the perfect day trip? Join us for a fun-filled adventure to Tappahannock, where great food, unique shopping, and a sweet treat are all on the itinerary!
Beaverdam Park Nature Camp- Survivor (Ages 9-12)
Join us this summer for hands-on outdoor adventures! We're offering three exciting theme weeks designed to spark curiosity and build a love of the natural world.
Virginia Sunflower Fest : Best Years Trip
Celebrate summer at the Virginia Sunflower Fest at Chiswell Farm in Greenwood, VA, just outside Charlottesville!
Basketball Summer Camp
Drills, games, & skills challenges, to meet players ability levels, with the goal of fun.
Drawn To Nature Summer Camp
Do you love art, writing, or nature? Join us for a four-day nature journaling camp! Each camper will receive their own sketchbook and drawing supplies.
Moth-ers Night Out
The Middle Peninsula chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists and Gloucester Parks, Recreation and Tourism are sponsoring a moth event on Friday, July 24, 2026 at 7:30 pm.
Refined For One : Cooking Class
Cooking for one has never been so rewarding. Refined For One is designed for anyone who wants to create delicious, elevated meals without the hassle of cooking for a crowd.
Belly Dance Workshop
In this introduction workshop you will learn the basics of Belly Dance.
Soccer Goalie Camp (Ages 9-15)
Drills, games, & skills challenges, to meet players goalie ability levels, with the goal of fun and advanced skills.
Gymnastics Summer Camp (Copy)
For ages 4-16. We are offering two weeks of 2-day camp for gymnastics for all ability levels. We will work on bars, beam, floor, vault and trampoline.
Beaverdam Park Nature Camp- All About Animals (Ages 6-8)
Join us this summer for hands-on outdoor adventures! We're offering three exciting theme weeks designed to spark curiosity and build a love of the natural world.
The Full Hike - July
Beaverdam has beautiful trails where you can enjoy the flora and fauna of Gloucester.
Fresh From The Garden: Cooking Class
From the garden (or market) to table, this class celebrates healthy eating, creativity in the kitchen and the joy of cooking with fresh ingredients!
Soccer Summer Camp
Drills, games, & skills challenges, to meet players ability levels, with the goal of fun.
Beaverdam Park Kayak Adventures ( July 13 - 16 )
For ages 10-15. Campers will learn the basics of water safety and Kayak operation. Proper paddling strokes, planning and adventure and self-rescue will be covered.
Park After Dark - July
The after dark hours are generally for the residents of the park! Join us as we keep the gates open late for you to experience the beauty and activity of the park at night.
YOGA - July
Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism invites you to join Free Flow Floor Yoga led by Instructor Nichole Knott. Designed for participants ages 13 and older, this class offers a creative and engaging yoga experience for a wide range of abilities.
Gymnastics Summer Camp
For ages 4-16. We are offering two weeks of 2-day camp for gymnastics for all ability levels. We will work on bars, beam, floor, vault and trampoline.
Beaverdam Park Kayak Adventures ( June 29 - July 2)
For ages 10-15. Campers will learn the basics of water safety and Kayak operation. Proper paddling strokes, planning and adventure and self-rescue will be covered.
Park After Dark - June
The after dark hours are generally for the residents of the park! Join us as we keep the gates open late for you to experience the beauty and activity of the park at night.
B-I-N-G-O - June
Join us for BINGO on the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Stewart Building, a lively and social event exclusively for ages 50 and up!
Beaverdam Park Nature Camp- Invertebrates (Ages 6-8)
Join us this summer for hands-on outdoor adventures! We're offering three exciting theme weeks designed to spark curiosity and build a love of the natural world.
Play All Day VA at Beaverdam Park
Participants are encouraged to join in on as many activities as they’d like while enjoying the beauty of Beaverdam Park and celebrating healthy, active living through Play All Day VA.
The Full Hike - June
Beaverdam has beautiful trails where you can enjoy the flora and fauna of Gloucester.
Performing Arts Camp - Disney & Broadway
For ages 7-17. Under the direction of Karen Scalf. We offer a Disney themed camp for ages 7-11 and a Broadway Musical Theater Camp for ages 12-17.
Kid's Summer Fishing Tournament
Join us for a great morning fishing at Beaverdam Park! Join the fun and win prizes!
Saltwater Fishing Workshop
Calling all young anglers! Join Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism for a Freshwater Fishing Workshop led by Park Ranger Luke.
Canoe Jam 2026
Get ready to hit the water for one of Gloucester’s favorite outdoor traditions—Canoe Jam 2026! Proceeds from this exciting event benefit Beaverdam Park, so every paddle makes a difference.