July Parks and Recreation Month Events
Last Updated: April 22, 2024
As part of National Recreation and Park Association initiatives, Harrisonburg City has recognized July as Harrisonburg Parks and Recreation Month!
Simms Center
Food Truck Rally
Last Updated: April 27, 2020
Try out some of Harrisonburg’s food trucks at the Lucy Simms Center and enjoy a great day in the park. Make sure to bring a blanket so you can have a picnic with your favorite food truck cuisine.
Parks and Recreation Open House
Last Updated: April 8, 2016
Learn about the happenings throughout the Parks and Recreation Department at an Open House at the Simms Center in Ralph Sampson Park.
Black History Month
Last Updated: February 10, 2022
Join the Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center as we celebrate Black History Month in Harrisonburg.
Community Cookout
Last Updated: January 11, 2019
Meet new people, bring your neighbors, friends, and family to this free event with free food and music at Ralph Sampson Park.
Prom Dress Drive Giveaway
Last Updated: March 23, 2020
The Lucy F. Simms Center is collecting gently used dresses, accessories, and shoes for local girls looking to attend their high school prom. This giveaway event is open to any person attending a high school prom.
Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center
Last Updated: May 31, 2024
The Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center has a gymnasium, fitness room, computer lab, and meeting spaces.
Recreation Facilities
Last Updated: August 28, 2024
Facilities located in the city parks - Cecil F. Gilkerson Community Activities Center, Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center, and Westover Swimming Pool Complex.