Henderson Vance

06/17/2026

Aycock Recreation Center will be closed next week on Friday, June 19, 2026 in observance of Juneteenth.

06/17/2026

Sign up now for our 2026 Gate City Seahawks Football season and cheerleading season!! 🏈 Registration will end on Thursday, July 2, 2026. You can register in person or online at hvrpd.recdesk.com

06/17/2026

Our pool is currently only open on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!!

Please remember to wear appropriate swimwear! Refunds will not be given to those who don't follow pool rules.

The Aycock Recreation Center Pool will be open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays starting today!

06/17/2026

Registration for our 90s Kickback Pool Party ends next week!!

Dive into the past with a 90s Kickback Pool Party that's all that and a bag of chips! 🕶️

We're throwing it back to the dopest decade, where the beats were fresh, the fashion was fly, and the poolside vibes were off the charts. Slide into your windbreakers, rock those neon swimsuits, and bring your best retro attitude. Whether you're chillin' in the deep or vibin' on the deck, this party is gonna be the bomb. Grab your crew and let's make some waves! 🩱

Registration opens Friday, May 1st!!

06/17/2026

Teen Hoop Haven starts today!!

Looking for a fun, safe, and competitive place to play basketball this summer? Hoop Haven is a free open gym program designed just for teens, giving you full access to indoor courts, and nonstop hoops all summer long! 🏀

06/16/2026

The Juneteenth Celebration was a great success with an outstanding community turnout. Families, youth, and community members came together to celebrate freedom, culture, and unity. Attendees enjoyed the various activities, entertainment, vendors, and fellowship throughout the event. We appreciate everyone who participated and helped make this year's Juneteenth Celebration a memorable occasion for our community. Thank you to Vance County Arts Council, Leslie Perry Memorial Library, Henderson Police Department - NC, Vance County Emergency Management, City of Henderson Fire Department

06/15/2026

Registration for Bars N Hooks ends this Sunday!!

"Bars N Hooks" is a 6-week music enrichment program for middle school-aged teens interested in rap and hip-hop songwriting. Participants will learn the basics of songwriting, rhythm, flow, beat structure, and creative expression while working in a positive environment. They'll also have the opportunity to record music in a professional studio with trained sound engineers! 🎤

Due to limited space, only 10 participants will be selected through a vetting process.

06/15/2026

06/15/2026

Registration ends this Friday!!

Swim a Lap in our pool at our Summer Kick Off this June!! 🏊‍♀️

06/14/2026

Join us for the 6th Annual Henderson Juneteenth Festival! Enjoy local vendors and food trucks, live performances, raffles, games and more! And to finish off the celebration, we'll be having a firework show at Fox Pond Park! 🎉