Lancaster Recreation Commission

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Operating since 1909, we provide neighborhood-based recreation and learning opportunities for children, adults and seniors – with an emphasis on affordable programs for children – at schools, parks, and playgrounds

🫧 HANDWASHING TIPS FOR KIDS 🫧☀️ School’s almost out for the summer! As kids head into camps, playgrounds, pools, and sum...
05/31/2026

🫧 HANDWASHING TIPS FOR KIDS 🫧

☀️ School’s almost out for the summer! As kids head into camps, playgrounds, pools, and summer fun, it’s a great time to reinforce healthy habits like proper handwashing. 👐

Check out these helpful tips from our friends at Patient First on making handwashing fun and engaging for kids this summer!

🏈🔥 REGISTER TODAY – JR. TORNADO TACKLE FOOTBALL! 🔥🏈Be part of the Jr. Tornado Youth Tackle Football Program and represen...
05/31/2026

🏈🔥 REGISTER TODAY – JR. TORNADO TACKLE FOOTBALL! 🔥🏈

Be part of the Jr. Tornado Youth Tackle Football Program and represent Lancaster with pride! Our focus is on learning the game safely, building teamwork, sportsmanship, and self-discipline — all while competing in the Red Rose Midget Football League.

📅 Season: August 4 – November 16, 2026
📍 Location: JP McCaskey | 445 North Reservoir Street

👥 Teams (Age as of 6/1/26):
• B Team: Ages 11–12
• C Team: Ages 9–10
• D Team: Ages 7–8 (must be 7 by 9/1/26)

🏟 Practices begin in early August (St. Joe’s Catholic Fields, then McCaskey East practice fields)
🏈 Games held Saturdays & Sundays (Sept–early Nov)
🏠 Home games at McCaskey Stadium

📲 All season communication will take place through the BAND app.
📄 Players must submit a birth certificate & signed Red Rose Football Contract (doctor-approved physical required).

⏳ Registration deadline: 9/4
🔗 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/JrTornadoTackle

Let’s build the next generation of Tornados! 🌪️🏈

💃🌟 Summer Dance Camps at Lancaster Rec! 🌟🕺Get ready to move, groove, and shine this summer! Our Summer Dance Camps invit...
05/31/2026

💃🌟 Summer Dance Camps at Lancaster Rec! 🌟🕺

Get ready to move, groove, and shine this summer! Our Summer Dance Camps invite kids ages 6–11 to explore a variety of dance styles through fun, themed weeks led by our dance program staff. Each camp runs 9am–1pm and is packed with creativity, movement, and confidence-building fun.

2026 Camp Themes:
✨ K-Pop Krazy | June 22–26
🎭 Musical Theater | July 6–10
🎬 Lights, Camera, Action | July 13–17
🧚 Fairytale Fantasy | July 27–31

📲 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/SummerDanceCamps26
or scan the QR code on the flyer. Spots fill fast—don’t miss out on a summer full of dance!

🌱 Kids in the Garden is BACK! 🌼Looking for a fun (and FREE!) way to get your kids outside this summer? Join us at the ga...
05/30/2026

🌱 Kids in the Garden is BACK! 🌼

Looking for a fun (and FREE!) way to get your kids outside this summer? Join us at the garden for hands-on learning, creativity, and fresh air!

📅 Tuesday, June 2
📍 Bay Street Community Garden | 726 Bay Street
⏰ 4:45–5:30 PM

Each week brings something new—crafts, nature projects, and real gardening skills! Kids will explore everything from planting and harvesting to learning about pollinators 🐝 and nutrition. Plus, when produce is ready, families are welcome to take some home 🥕

👧 Ages 5–12
💲 FREE — no registration required

Come dig in, get a little messy, and grow something amazing together 🌿

⚡ Agility Skills & Drills ⚡Open to athletes of ALL sports looking to improve speed, agility, footwork, technique, and ov...
05/30/2026

⚡ Agility Skills & Drills ⚡

Open to athletes of ALL sports looking to improve speed, agility, footwork, technique, and overall athletic performance! Join us this season for fun, high-energy sessions in a supportive environment.

📅 April 28 – July 30, 2026 | Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 5:30–6:45 PM
📍 McCaskey East
💲 FREE

⚠️ Registration closes July 16!

🔗 Register today: https://tinyurl.com/PreseasonAgilityDrills

Saturday nights are for celebrating community. 🍻🌳Join us tonight at Lancaster Beer Gardens in Musser Park for School Dis...
05/30/2026

Saturday nights are for celebrating community. 🍻🌳

Join us tonight at Lancaster Beer Gardens in Musser Park for School District of Lancaster Teachers Night as we recognize the educators who support and inspire Lancaster students every day. ❤️

Every purchase made at Beer Gardens helps support Lancaster Rec programs for local children and families.

We’ll also have Schaeffer Catering serving up food throughout the evening.

📍 Musser Park | Lancaster, PA
🗓 Saturday, May 30
⏰ Starting at 4PM

Grab your friends, family, and pups, and enjoy a summer evening downtown. You are helping to support programs that make a difference across our community.

🎾🔥 TENNIS CAMP – SESSION 1 🔥🎾Spots are filling fast — register today!Join us for a fun, high-energy week of skill buildi...
05/29/2026

🎾🔥 TENNIS CAMP – SESSION 1 🔥🎾

Spots are filling fast — register today!

Join us for a fun, high-energy week of skill building led by Tennis Central and McCaskey High School coaches and players. Participants will learn the fundamentals of tennis in an active, group-based environment designed to build confidence and improve technique.

📅 June 8–June 11
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 McCaskey High School Tennis Courts

⚠️ Registration closes 6/4 — don’t wait!
🔗 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/TennisCampSession1
📲 OR scan the QR code on the graphic to secure your spot before it fills up!

Let’s hit the court! 🎾

⚽ Register TODAY for Summer Soccer Camp! ⚽Calling all young athletes! Whether your child is just starting out or looking...
05/29/2026

⚽ Register TODAY for Summer Soccer Camp! ⚽

Calling all young athletes! Whether your child is just starting out or looking to sharpen their skills, this camp is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals, build confidence, and have fun on the field. Led by experienced coaches from J. P. McCaskey High School, participants will work on drills, technique, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

👟 Ages 8–13

📅 July 13 – July 16 | Monday – Thursday
⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 JP McCaskey Turf Field

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/SoccerCamp26
🚨 Registration Deadline: July 8

👉 Don’t miss out on a fun week of soccer, skill-building, and teamwork—sign up today!

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Friday nights are better in Musser Park. 🍻🌳Join us tonight at Lancaster Beer Gardens in Musser Park for cold drinks, com...
05/29/2026

Friday nights are better in Musser Park. 🍻🌳

Join us tonight at Lancaster Beer Gardens in Musser Park for cold drinks, community vibes, and an evening that gives back to Lancaster!

Every purchase made at Beer Gardens helps support Lancaster Rec programs for local children and families.

We’ll also have Phusion Food Truck serving up incredible food throughout the evening.

📍Musser Park | Lancaster, PA
🗓 Friday, May 29
⏰Starting at 4PM

Grab your friends, family, and pups and come enjoy a summer evening downtown, all while helping to support programs that make a difference in the Lancaster community.

For more information, please visit: www.LancasterRec.org/BeerGardens

Address

525 Fairview Avenue
Lancaster, PA
17603

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(717) 392-2115

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