Recreation & Parks Department
 The Recreation & Parks Department offers a year-round program of recreational and leisure-time activities for all age groups and interest levels. These programs include a variety of classes, athletic leagues, special events, and trips. We sponsor special events throughout the year including the annual Memorial Day Parade and Festival, July 4 Fireworks, the Fall Festival, and Holiday Craft Show. The Recreation & Parks Department is also responsible for managing and maintaining neighborhood parks and the Cherry Hill Farmhouse and Barn.
The Falls Church Community Center is the main location for the Recreation & Parks Department. The Community Center hosts the majority of our programs and is the location of our staff offices.
Upcoming Activities
Summer Class Registration
Registration for City residents begins on May 13th at 8 a.m. and for Non-City residents on May 20th. View the Summer Class offerings in the Online Registration system NOW!
Concerts In The Park - Thursdays, June 20 to August 1 at 7 p.m.
The Recreation and Parks Department and the Village Preservation and Improvement Society host an annual Summer Concerts in the Park series held in Cherry Hill Park (312 Park Avenue). The series features local musicians of various genres. Click HERE for flyer with band line-up. All concerts are free to the public.
Fouth of July Fireworks- Thursday, July 4
Join us at the annual July 4th Independence Day Celebration at George Mason High School (7124 Leesburg Pike). The event is free to the public. Music starts at 7 p.m. with a live performance by Beatles tribute band The Apple Core. Fireworks start at 9:20 p.m. Food, drinks and ice cream will be for sale. Bring a blanket for the field - chairs will only be permitted on paved surfaces. No alcohol, personal fireworks, or smoking permitted on school grounds. In the event of rain, the event is scheduled for July 5 at the same time and location. Click HERE for event flyer.
ACTIVITY SPOTLIGHT
Beginning Karate
7 yrs. and up If you are curious about the martial arts, ready
for a practical exercise program, or interested in
self-defense, then come join us! Classes cover
basic blocks, kicks, punches, self-defense techniques,
and forms (katas) that are common to many types of
martial arts. No need to worry about the physical
requirements because they aren't too challenging.
Beginning students will not engage in fighting and do not have to wear unifomrs. So, come try karate! More info is available at www. StratfordKarate.org
Saturday: 6/2-8/10 Time: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Activity #: 350507- B Fee: R:$101 NR:$111
Location: Community Center Dance Studio
Instructor: Richard Hathaway
ADA Statement
Policy of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Disability: The City of Falls Church does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its employment practices or in the admission to, access to, or operations of its services, programs, or activities. Cindy Mester, 300 Park Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22046 has been designated to coordinate compliance with the ADA non-discrimination requirement. |
