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Activities and Classes

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

The Summer 2024 Activity Guide is available online! Learn about the variety of programs taking place June through August!

Parks and Recreation

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

The mission of the Harrisonburg Department of Parks and Recreation is to enhance the quality of life and meet the needs of the community by providing comprehensive leisure service opportunities and to develop and maintain a safe system of open spaces and public facilities for the use and enjoyment by the public.

Swimming and Aquatics

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

The Westover Swimming Pool Complex has an Olympic pool, diving pool, and a splash pad. The Olympic pool is handicapped accessible in the summer.

Art in the Park

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

Join us at the City parks for creativity and art! We have options for all age groups.

Dance Programs

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

The Harrisonburg Parks and Recreation Dance Program provides students with the utmost quality in dance education within a positive and nurturing learning environment.

50 & Wiser

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

Harrisonburg Parks and Recreation offers a variety of activities for adults age 50 and Wiser!

Public Utilities

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

The Department of Public Utilities is responsible for providing water and sewer services to residences and businesses in the City of Harrisonburg and some in neighboring Rockingham County.

Harrisonburg Conservation Assistance Program

Last Updated: April 26, 2024

The Harrisonburg Conservation Assistance Program (HCAP) is an urban cost share program that provides financial incentives and technical assistance to property owners installing stormwater projects in Harrisonburg.

Transportation Planning

Last Updated: April 24, 2024

Creating plans and conducting studies ensures that transportation projects and operational improvements are completed to facilitate safe and efficient travel within the City.

Water & Sewer

Last Updated: April 24, 2024

Water and sewer connections; link for existing services and instructions for new construction.

Special Events

Last Updated: April 24, 2024

Parks and Recreation holds a variety of special events throughout the year.

Celebrating the Firefly

Last Updated: April 24, 2024

Learn about the benefits of fireflies then as the sun sets and dusk arrives there will be the option to stroll down the paths at Heritage Oaks Golf Course and see the fireflies lighting up.

Pop Ups in the Park - Purcell Park

Last Updated: April 24, 2024

Join us at Purcell Park, along with Harrisonburg Public Works, in building a pollinator hotel for your yard.