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CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES
Danville Parks and Recreation provides opportunities and recreation programs, which are open and accessible to all citizens in the city and surrounding areas, regardless of sex, religion, socioeconomic status or level of physical or intellectual impairments. Persons with impairments are encouraged to recreate with their peers by taking any class offered by Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department.
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COMMUNITY HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW
This holiday season, experience the magic of thousands of lights, give back to your community, and visit with Santa himself in historic Ballou Park.
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DAN RIVER TWINS
What happens when three young river otters, a day of fun and games, and a huge flood collide? Read to find out in this playful, exciting story set in the Dan River in Danville, VA.
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DANVILLE CELEBRATES FOURTH OF JULY
At Danville Parks and Recreation, we love to celebrate Independence Day annually with races, fun, games, activities, music, and of course... fireworks!
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DANVILLE CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL
The ultimate Children's Festival returns with interactive arts and entertainment. Explore new ideas, see stories come to life or discover the artist in you while participating in music, drama, art and more. Free admission, crafts and children's rides.
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DANVILLE FARMERS' MARKET
Danville Farmers’ Market will open to the public in May, while following all state, federal, and local health and safety recommendations both for patrons and vendors.
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FESTIVAL IN THE PARK
You can't have spring in Danville without Danville's Festival in the Park, a three day, family-friendly event in historic Ballou Park complete with crafts, children's activities, music, and more!
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FUN WAGON SCHEDULE
The Fun Wagon will be making its way around Danville this summer! Check here for the schedule as summer nears.
MARKET MONSTER MASH
Scare up some fun this Halloween at Danville Parks and Recreation's Annual Market Monster Mash event at the Crossing at the Dan.
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MUSIC AT THE MARKET
Enjoy the free summer concert series at the Community Market each Thursday, June 17 through July 29.
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RIVERVIEW ROTARY CHRISTMAS PARADE
MOVIES AT THE CROSSING
Bring the whole family out for a FREE movie night under the stars at Danville Parks and Recreation’s Movies at the Crossing. We will have games, food and activities for your family and friends to enjoy. Each film will be shown on the big screen starting at 8:30 p.m. Call Danville Parks and Recreation at (434) 793-4636 for more details.
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PLAY DANVILLE VA MAGAZINE
Play Danville VA is published three times a year, and includes all programs from Parks and Recreation and Danville Public Library. The magazine is available in recreation centers, brochure boxes along the Riverwalk Trail, and via the mail through a free subscription. Start your subscription today by filling out this survey!
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RACIN' & TASTIN'
Racin' & Tastin' is an All-U-Care-To-Eat BBQ event that helps support Festival in the Park.
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Contact Us
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Bill Sgrinia
Parks and Recreation Director
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Administration Offices
Physical Address
125 N. Floyd Street
Fourth Floor
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 3300
Danville, VA 24543
Phone: 434-799-5200
Hours
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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