Winter, Spring Break and Summer Camp registration are now open! Winter programs take place January through March, Spring Break Camps occur April 15-19,  and summer camps are available June 14-August 30. Register online or in-person at the Registration & Reservation Office located at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. 

Winter 2019 Program Guide

Registration Information

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Register now for 2019 Summer Camps! View the complete list of options in the 2019 Summer of Smiles Summer Camps Guide online or pick up a copy from recreation centers and public libraries located throughout the City. 
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Visit the Summer Camp Information Page

The new Patrick Henry Recreation Center is now open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For a limited time, sample classes for free that will be offered starting in the Spring season. 
Parking and Access Map During Construction
General Information
Project Updates
Drop-in Class Schedule

The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities guarantees a consistent superior customer experience to all who participate in programs or visit parks and facilities. Interactions will be Responsive,Professional, Courteous and Accountable. Tell us about your experience - complete the RPCA Your Experience Matters Survey now.
RPCA Customer Service Guarantee

The interim Waterfront Park featuring seating terraces, bench swings, movable furniture and much more is now open! The City’s Waterfront Plan envisions a new public plaza at the foot of King Street encompassing the City owned properties of 1 & 2 King Street, and the existing King Street Park, totaling about one acre. 
Waterfront Park Construction Time Lapse Camera 
River Level Data: March 2018 - September 2018

The Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities offers the community a personal opportunity to honor a friend or loved one by adopting a bench at one of our parks. When you adopt, City Staff will install a personalized plaque on either an existing or a new park bench.

The Alexandria Children and Youth Master Plan (CYMP) Out of School Time (OSTP) Work Group has compiled a list of City funded after school program opportunities for youth. The list includes operational information, service offerings and a link to the providers’ website for more information.
After School Providers 

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