After a long winter, Henrico County is welcoming spring with open arms! Henrico County's Recreation and Parks Spring program guide is here and it’s packed with free and affordable activities for youth ages 3–18, plus events for the whole family to enjoy together.
Mark Your Calendars: Registration Info
Set your alarms! Registration for spring programs begins at 7:00 a.m. on the following dates:
- Henrico Residents: Tuesday, February 17.
- Non-Residents: Friday, February 20.
- How to Sign Up: Register online at connect.henricorecandparks.com.
Spring Programs
Henrico County Recreation & Parks will be offering the following spring programs for youth.
Early Childhood (Ages 3–6)
- Tiny Dancers (Ages 3–4): A fun movement class introducing basic ballet skills through games.
- Story Dancers (Ages 3–6): Dancers read a storybook and then bring it to life through ballet and jazz concepts.
- Kids’ Gym (Ages 3–6): A safe space for children and parents to play together with obstacle courses and parachutes.
Creative Arts & Music (Ages 6–16)
- Magician Apprentice Class (Ages 7–12): Learn the basics of magic and leave ready to perform your own mini-show.
- Studio at The Springs: Pottery Coil Bowl (Ages 10–16): Transform clay coils into a unique bowl in this two-part class.
- Introduction to Guitar 1 & 2 (Ages 6–12): Learn foundational playing habits and techniques. Guitar 1 is a prerequisite for Guitar 2.
- Ballet Groove (Ages 5–7): A high-energy blend of ballet, jazz, and creative movement.
Cooking, Nature & History (Ages 6–17)
- Spring into a Slice of Pizza (Ages 6–12): A hands-on cooking class where kids create their own pizza from dough to toppings.
- Indoor Archery (Ages 10–17): Learn safety and technique using the NASP or USA Archery curriculum.
- History Investigators (Ages 6–12): Practice detective skills by following clues to find hidden boxes at historic sites.
Community Events for All Ages
Henrico is hosting a variety of free events this spring that are perfect for families! No registration is required for these unless noted.
Featured Festivals & Outdoor Fun
- Earth Day (April 11, 12–3 p.m.): Enjoy a fashion show, vendor fair, and recreational activities at Deep Run Park.
- Kite Day (April 12, 12–3 p.m.): Decorate and fly your own kite with demos from the Richmond Air Force Kite Club at Dorey Park.
- Arbor Day Celebration (April 25, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.): Plant sale, museum tours, and food trucks at Virginia Randolph Museum.
- Farm Field Day (May 16, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.): Celebrate agricultural history with trades, crafts, and food trucks at Meadow Farm.
- Sandston Memorial Day Parade (May 25, 1–4 p.m.): Watch the parade on Williamsburg Road followed by a block party at Sandston Recreation Area.
Special Theme Days
- Up! Up! And Away! (April 19, 2–4 p.m.): Celebrate National Superhero Day by dressing up for heroic games and activities.
- Galaxy Quest (May 2, 4–5:30 p.m.): A Star Wars-themed event with costume parades, rocket shooting, and origami (Ages 5–12).
- Bounce House Bonanza (May 31, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.): Celebrate National Bounce House Day with slides and obstacle courses at Crump Park (Ages 2+).
Movies & Music in the Park
Enjoy free films under the stars on Friday evenings at various parks (April 3, April 17, May 1, and May 22). Don’t miss the Spring Concert with Prabir Trio on May 29 at Deep Run Park for some India-inspired rock.
Summer Sneak Peek (Let’s Grow Henrico!
Here's a preview of the Henrico County Recreational & Parks Summer Camps
Summer Camp Registration begins February 17th at 7:00 PM. You must create an account on the website.
Summer Camp Employment (Ages 16+): Applications are open for Recreation Instructors to lead activities and supervise campers. Visit henricojobs.com (keyword: CAMP) for details.
Inclusive & Therapeutic Recreation
Inclusion Services: For assistance or program modifications due to a disability, contact the team at 804-652-1413 or email rec-inclusion@henrico.gov. Requests require at least a two-week notice.
Therapeutic Recreation (TR): TR programs focus on socialization and diverse programming modified for individual needs. Full details for TR programs are located on pages 26–27 of the Henrico guide.
See the full guide below
See the full Henrico County Recreation & Parks Guide below
