Join Massanutten Resort for an epic sendoff of ski season on Saturday, March 14 featuring a pond skim, live DJ, multiple bands, and more! Event Schedule: 9 AM | Ski Area Activities Open 11 AM - 1 PM | Meet a Snowmaker 1PM | Pond Skim (space is limited to 100 skimmers max. Lifeguards on site. Helmets required)
Don't miss the Annual Chess Classic Tournament at Renaissance School! The undisputed worldwide regent of board games for fourteen centuries, chess is a favorite of athletes for the strategy, mathematicians for the probabilities, and people of all ages as a limitlessly fun and challenging intellectual sport. Whether participants choose to sharpen their skills or build [...]
The East Coast's largest showcase of sports and recreational opportunities for people with disabilities. The Virginia Adaptive Sports Festival is for you if you want to... …PARTICIPATE and try out one of our sports adapted for people who have limited mobility, a physical or visual impairment. No matter your age or disability, we have something [...]
Create With Nature on Wednesday, March 11th from 10:30-11:15 am! Visit the Garden for a nature themed art activity with Bruce Gatling-Austin. Stay for a stroll through the Garden. Keep an [...]
Enjoy a fun and informative preview of Spring on this walk in the woods with Charlottesville Area Tree Steward David Marrs at the beautiful Ivy Creek Natural Area. David will [...]
The Greene County Parks and Recreation Foundation, Inc., in partnership with Bishops Events, is hosting its first Luck of the Greene 5k. Runners of all skill levels and ages are [...]
Join us on a Spring Habitat Walk! With the arrival of the spring equinox, the calendar marks the start of spring. While the dramatic greening up of nature is yet to come, the fading winter chill and lengthening days are already causing remarkable happenings during these earliest days of spring. Come and find out about [...]
Join Tree Steward Emily Ferguson on this guided walk to view how the trees in winter reveal the architecture needed to soak up the sun’s energy all summer long. We will look for hints of color and use winter characteristics to discuss and identify trees along the way. This hike will be on unimproved trails [...]
Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the beautiful setting of the Garden. It combines early childhood learning with the magic of nature, offering a fresh experience each week. [...]
The Community of Peace in Louisa (CPL) today announced the launch of an inspirational project to transform their 250 acres of historic Louisa forest into a beautiful Children and Family Musical Park Sanctuary. The project will be officially introduced to the public during the “Walk for Peace” event on Saturday, March 28th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The [...]
UltraTrax, a brand‑new long‑distance walking challenge built for all levels — whether you’re out for a personal milestone or ready to push your limits. How It Works: • Pick your distance: 7, 14, 21, or 28 miles — finish in under 10 hours • Add some grit: Wear a 10, 20, or 35 lb weighted [...]
Save the date! Join for a FREE Family Golf Day for all ages. 🗓️ March 29 | 1–3 PM Enjoy: • Putt putt on the green • Driving range access (range balls included) • Golf instruction and tips • Complimentary ice cream truck • Raffle prizes • Golfzilla and more ⛳ Stick around after the [...]
Planning on planting trees on your property this spring? This is an on-line event. Learn how to select a tree for your property that will have the best chance to survive and flourish in the place that you choose for it. Tim Maywalt, a Charlottesville Area Tree Steward will discuss best practices for planting and [...]
Bring the whole family out to Panorama Farms for Run Fest, a fun-filled day of running, outdoor adventure, and community celebration! Kids, parents, and all ability levels are welcome to join the 1-mile Fun One - perfect for walkers, strollers, and even leashed dogs. After the run, stick around for a lively festival featuring food [...]
Healthy Kids Day is our annual, family-friendly celebration of active play and healthy habits for kids of all ages. Enjoy free indoor and outdoor activities, plus time in the pool. Brooks Family YMCA will be open to the public starting at 7:15am with free entry for our Les Mills Launch and family-friendly group exercise options, [...]
Tandem Friends School is excited to announce the inaugural Tandem Friends School 5K Fun Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 9am at Darden Towe Park. This fundraising event will bring together students, families, alumni, and community members for a morning of movement and connection in support of the school. Open to runners [...]
A tournament to support Foothill's Children's Advocacy Center and its work to support children impacted by abuse and neglect through forensic interviews, medical exams, and coordinated care for families during incredibly difficult moments. This year's tournament in partnership with Cville Smash will include: May 1: Juniors Division May 2: Major League Pickleball All-Star Event May [...]
This FREE event for girls and families features youth sports clinics, a financial literacy workshop, a Senior Commitment Celebration, free food + swag! WHO: Girls of all ages, families; sports clinics for youth ages 14 and under WHEN: Sat. May 2, 12:30–6pm WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA FEE: Free (pre-registration encouraged)