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Calendar

Announcements

Sunday, June 20
- 8:00 AM Father's Day Fishing Frenzy
Monday, June 21
- 3:00 PM Pop Up Programs In Pocket Parks - Indian River Park (NW Side)
Thursday, June 24
- 9:00 AM Nature Academy: Nature's Connections

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Classes & Programs

While we hope you have enjoyed past editions of the Peake Discovery Guide, many of our events, programs, activities and classes have been either cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19, or times, dates and locations may have changed. Please visit our web pages for information and updates on reopenings, postponements and cancellations, and a listing of classes and programs that are now open for registration.

Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Phone: 757-382-6411	Email: ContactPRT@cityofchesapeake.net
Chesapeake Visitor Center and Parks, Recreation and Tourism Administrative Office
Address: 1224 Progressive Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat. - Sun. Closed

What's Coming Up - June 14, 2021

Catch a glimpse of events and programs that are happening in Chesapeake this week and beyond.

Classes & Programs

COVID-19 Updates and Information

News and Updates

KayaXpedition Cancellation for June 12 - see special statement
Parks, Recreation and Tourism Facebook page
Department Project Updates
Department Report
Western Branch Trail and Rails to Trails Project

Additional Information: 757-382-6411

Now Open!

2021 Fall Coed Soccer Registration (closes July 19)
2021 Summer Coed Volleyball (closed June 7. Waitlist open until June 14. Call 757-382-6411.)
Your Opinion Matters! - Surveys
Notable Yards Contest Nominations
Classes and Programs (All Ages)