Staunton Parks & Recreation

06/07/2026

Boomerang Skills and Workshop w/Makerspace

Become a maker in this hands-on, high-flying class, where you’ll learn the ancient art and modern science behind crafting your very own boomerang. We’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping, sanding, and balancing your creation, all while sharing the secrets that make it spin, soar, and return like magic. No experience needed—just a sense of curiosity and a willingness to embrace a little trial, error, and laughter. Ages 12+. Instructor: Sean Psujek of Makerspace. GHPG, 9am-12pm, Saturday June 13. Price: $55. Register by: June 8. Register online: https://bit.ly/4uMOYR6

06/07/2026

Little Seedlings Camp
This camp is designed for kids to discover the outdoors one mud-puddle, bird sound, or quiet step in the forest at a time. The flow of each day will include morning circle, music, storytelling and movement, a nature walk, art activity, and a picnic lunch before pick up at 1pm. Children will learn how to work within a group of peers, enhance listening skills with music exercises, and do hands-on crafts and nature exploration with skilled teachers. Please pack a bagged lunch, water bottle, and extra change of clothes for your child/ren each day. Children must be potty trained in order to attend this program. Instructor: Samantha Campbell of ‘Hey Ho Let’s Grow’. Ages 2-5. MHP, 9am-1pm.

‘Transportation’ mini-session, June 24-26 https://bit.ly/3Q2aGkQ
‘Transportation’ mini-session, June 29-01 https://bit.ly/4xcPskX

06/06/2026

🎉 Play All Day VA – Family Night at the Bandstand 🎉

📅 Thursday, June 18
🕔 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand Area

Looking for a fun way to spend your evening? Join us for Play All Day VA – Family Night at the Bandstand!

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a fun night filled with:
✨ Foam Party
🎮 Mobile Gaming Truck
🎲 Lawn Games
🎩 Magic Show
🎬 Outdoor Movie featuring GOAT
🍔 Food, fun, and community connections

Whether you want to play, laugh, relax, or make memories with loved ones, there’s something for everyone!

Come out and enjoy an unforgettable summer evening in the park. We can’t wait to see you there!

06/03/2026

The Patsy Cline Historic House & Old Town Wi******er

Check out this National Historic Landmark (as of 2021), the Patsy Cline Historic House offers a window into the renowned country music singer, Patsy Cline’s early road to stardom. The adventure will continue in Old Town Wi******er, located within the heart of a 45-block National Register Historic District and features a quaint pedestrian walking mall bursting with outdoor cafes, fun & specialty retail shops, historic attractions, and more! Thursday, June 11. Depart GHPG at 8am; return around 6pm. Price: $40 (includes transportation and admission only). Register by: June 8. Register online: https://bit.ly/4uSrDNQ

06/03/2026

Intro to Scuba Diving

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to find out but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, discover Scuba Diving with Scuba Buddys. While not an actual scuba certification, during the Discover Scuba Diving experience you’ll learn how to use scuba equipment in shallow water and get a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world! All necessary equipment will be provided. Ages: 12+. Instructor: Scuba Buddys. GHP Pool, Session 1: June 16, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Price: $90. Register by: June 6. Register online: https://bit.ly/43bNmnC

06/01/2026

This Saturday evening, June 6, May Field in Gypsy Hill Park

Looking forward to seeing everyone for our 2nd annual movie night.

05/31/2026

Fit Fridays w/ Flame Fitness
Start your day off right with a Flame Fitness morning workout. Join us at 8am on Friday mornings in the Nelson Street Center for a high intensity interval training workout (HIIT). These workouts are welcome to anyone at the beginner and intermediate levels and is a great environment to challenge yourself physically. Instructor: Jocelyn Jazwinski with Flame Fitness. Ages: 18+. NSC, 8am-9am, Fridays. Join monthly sessions beginning the 1st Friday of each month. Price: $20/month
Register online: https://bit.ly/4uGg7Vu

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Camp Staunton staff is wrapping-up an amazing week of orientation and childcare training. We are so excited for summer camp to begin on Monday!