City of Ridgecrest Parks and Recreation Department

10/16/2026

Good luck to all of our Flag Football teams this weekend!

We hope everyone has a great time out on the field! Play hard, have fun, and don't forget to cheer on your teammates!

A big thank you to our coaches and families for all the time and support you give our players each week. Remember, everyone is still learning and improving along the way, so let's keep encouraging one another, showing good sportsmanship, and making this a positive experience for everyone!

Have a great weekend, everyone!

10/15/2026

Youth Basketball registration is OPEN!

Our recreational basketball league is all about learning the game, being part of a team, staying active, and having a great time on the court.

No experience? No problem! Whether they’re brand new to basketball or already love the game, we’d love to have them join us!

-Ages 5–15
-$97.75 per player
-January 11 – March 27, 2027
-Registration closes November 30!

Don’t miss out on a fun season of basketball, teammates, and memories!

10/13/2026

Show us your best Halloween look!

Categories include Funniest, Best Group/Pair, and Best Pet/Owner, with age groups 0–5, 6–12, and 13–17.

Entries accepted October 1–30
Email your entry to [email protected] and include the participant’s name, age, and phone number.

Entries will be posted on our page for voting. The most-liked entry in each age group/category will win a Gift Card!

Only likes on the original City post will count.

Winners will be announced October 31!

All costumes must be age-appropriate and suitable for public posting.

10/13/2026

NFL FLAG FOOTBALL PICTURE DAY IS ALMOST HERE!

- October 13th & 14th
- Kerr McGee Center

IMPORTANT REMINDER!

Picture times are scheduled by the PLAYER'S LAST NAME. Please make sure to check the picture schedule and find your player's assigned time.

Each player will take an individual photo, and MDD Photography will combine the individual photos to create a team photo!

Please enter the Kerr McGee Center through the doors located by the Splash Pad.

If you have any scheduling conflicts or questions, please reach out to Larena at 760-499-5074.

We can't wait to see all of our players in their uniforms and capture some great memories from this season!

10/12/2026

🤺 Ready to try something new?
Join us for Fencing at the Kerr McGee Center! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this exciting class is a great way to build agility, coordination, and confidence.

📅 Every Monday & Thursday
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Kerr McGee Center, 100 W. California Ave.

💲 $5 per class
✅ Drop-in classes
✅ Materials provided
⚠️ Limited supplies available
Hosted by City of Ridgecrest Parks & Recreation.
Grab a friend and come take a stab at something new! ⚔️✨

10/11/2026

OPEN GYM SCHEDULE FOR 10/12-10/17!
MONDAY-CLOSED
TUESDAY-10:30AM-4:00PM-BASKETBALL
WEDNESDAY-10:30AM-2:00PM-VOLLEYBALL
THURSDAY-10:30AM-4:00PM-BASKETBALL
FRIDAY-CLOSED
SATURDAY-8:30AM-12PM-BASKETBALL
SATURDAY-1:00PM-5:30PM-VOLLEYBALL

10/10/2026

Show us your best Halloween look!

Categories include Funniest, Best Group/Pair, and Best Pet/Owner, with age groups 0–5, 6–12, and 13–17.

Entries accepted October 1–30
Email your entry to [email protected] and include the participant’s name, age, and phone number.

Entries will be posted on our page for voting. The most-liked entry in each age group/category will win a Gift Card!

Only likes on the original City post will count.

Winners will be announced October 31!

All costumes must be age-appropriate and suitable for public posting.

10/08/2026