Events

Take a day trip to Short Pump Town Center, Richmond’s premier lifestyle Center, to get any last-minute Christmas shopping done. Bus departs Templeton Center front parking lot at 8:30 am and will return by 5:00 pm.

Get creative this holiday season and pour your own handmade soaps! Instructor, Karrye Flowers of Oshun Organics, will guide participants through the hands-on melt and pour method of soap making. Participants will walk away with nutrient-rich holiday-themed soap bars and instructions on how to do it at home. Join us Wednesday, November 17th from 6-8:30 […]

Parks and Recreation Naturalist staff are offering an opportunity to get up close with our educational animals of the Nature Zone. The Nature Zone is home to reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, and more. A trained staff member will safely introduce the animals and educate them about their habitat and lifestyle. Feeling brave? You may even get […]

Safety is the top priority at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation as we continue to serve our community members with quality programs. We have implemented the following safety protocols for all our recreation programs: Assumption of Risk forms, health screening questions for participants, social distancing set-ups, face mask requirements, temperature checks, hand sanitation on-site, and thorough […]

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Safety is the top priority at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation as we continue to serve our community members with quality programs. We have implemented the following safety protocols for all […]

This winter activity using tape and paint will introduce symmetry and negative space to your toddlers. Join us Wednesday, December 1st from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by 11/28.

Enjoy these low-impact, self-paced classes with a fast, upbeat routine that helps trim and tone. Join us starting Wednesday, December 1st from 11:45 am - 12:30 pm through December 31st. […]

Integrate new watercolor techniques and skills with local artist Betty Leary. All supplies provided. Join us Thursday, December 2nd from 1:30-3:30 pm. Register by two days in advance.

Create a beautiful holiday wreath to hang on your front door, using fresh greens, berries, ribbon, and your imagination. Participants will collect greenery on a naturalist lead walk prior to […]

Create a beautiful holiday wreath to hang on your front door using fresh greens, berries, and ribbon. Participants may bring additional seasonal items to add to the wreath. All supplies […]

Scandinavian Holiday Gnomes make great holiday tree decorations. Create a set of these cute characters to add to your holiday ornaments. Join us Tuesday, December 7th from 1:30-2:30 pm. Register […]

Mrs. Joy from Mrs. Joy’s Absolutely Fabulous Treats will teach families the principles of cookie decorating with royal icing. Each participant will decorate three ugly holiday sweater cookies, encouraging imagination […]

Using mini milk cartons, homemade icing, and an assortment of candy, create a mini gingerbread house for the holiday season! Price per child, adult free. Join us Wednesday, December 8th […]

Enjoy a festive holiday setting while creating a personalized ornament! Participants will be able to choose their ornament shape, paint color, and string to create an ornament to take home […]

Join Parks & Recreation on this magical night featuring S’mores, hot cocoa, pictures with Santa, and carriage rides from Lexington Carriage Company. Children 2 and under free. Tickets can be […]

Explore a fun twist on the popular Nutcracker story, with all the trappings of Christmas! Children and parents may become part of the show as popular children’s books and fairy […]

Make a landscape scene come alive as local artist, Rodney Laughon, instructs participants step-by-step how to paint in oils on canvas. A new landscape will be introduced in each class. […]

NOTE: Rescheduled to December 15 due to rain on December 11. Join Parks & Recreation on this magical night featuring S’mores, hot cocoa, pictures with Santa, and carriage rides from Lexington Carriage Company. Children 2 and under free. Tickets can be purchased in advance on our website. Rides are purchased by time slot. Walk-ups are […]

Safety is the top priority at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation as we continue to serve our community members with quality programs. We have implemented the following safety protocols for all our recreation programs: Assumption of Risk forms, health screening questions for participants, social distancing set-ups, face mask requirements, temperature checks, hand sanitation on-site, and thorough […]