Greater Vallejo Recreation District

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Greater Vallejo Recreation District Building and Enhancing the quality of life through our People, Parks and Programs

Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) is a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo that provides parks and recreation programs for children, families, and seniors in Vallejo. GVRD operates primarily by means of locally-controlled funding and also receives revenue from fees for services, park entrances, programs, and facility rentals. Grants and park dedication permit fees assist in the provision for new park development projects and ongoing maintenance. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, an olympic-size swimming pool and 4 community centers. GVRD, maintains over 1,000 acres of public land and offers programs that benefit over 120,000 Vallejo residents of all ages each year.

11/02/2026

Help us wrap up the holidays with a little extra joy! 🎁❤️ GVRD's Wrapped with Recreation Toy Drive is back, and we're collecting donations to help make the season brighter for local children and families in need.

From Nov. 2 through Dec. 11, you can give back by donating:
🎁 New, unwrapped toys
🎀 Wrapping paper, bows and name tags
❤️ Monetary donations and gift cards

📍 Drop off at 395 Amador St.
🕗 Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm

Let's come together to make the holidays GREATER for our community! 💚

Halloween is taking over Children’s Wonderland! 🎃👻 Join us for Nightmare on Glenn Street, a FREE night of family-friendl...
10/28/2026

Halloween is taking over Children’s Wonderland! 🎃👻 Join us for Nightmare on Glenn Street, a FREE night of family-friendly Halloween fun featuring Trick-or-Treat Lane, a haunted house, DJ, festive games, photo ops, food trucks and a costume contest!

📅 Friday, Oct. 30 | 5–8pm
📍 Children’s Wonderland Park
🎟️ FREE | All ages

Costumes encouraged! Come celebrate Halloween weekend with GVRD. 🍬🕸️

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TJwinN

📸 Shoutout to on Instagram for these beautiful images from the 2025 event!

10/25/2026

Make your day GREATER! 💚 Whether you’re here to play, learn, move, create or connect, GVRD has activities and programs for every age, interest and stage of life.

There are so many ways to make your day a little more fun. What will you try next? 🙌 gvrd.org

Serve up some fun this fall! 🏐 GVRD and the National Academy of Athletics are teaming up for a four-week volleyball prog...
10/22/2026

Serve up some fun this fall! 🏐 GVRD and the National Academy of Athletics are teaming up for a four-week volleyball program where kids ages 7–14 can practice serving, passing, setting, attacking and more while building confidence and teamwork along the way.

📅 Saturdays, Nov. 7–28 | 2:30–3:20pm
📍 GVRD Sports Gym
💲 $74/R, $89/NR

No matter their skill level, it’s a great chance to learn, play and grow their love for the game! Learn more: https://bit.ly/4h6Prcr

Join us for a series of community meetings to help shape the future of City Park! We'll be hosting five meetings over th...
10/21/2026

Join us for a series of community meetings to help shape the future of City Park! We'll be hosting five meetings over the next two months for you to share your ideas and provide feedback.

📅 Wednesday, October 28 @ 6:30pm
📅 Saturday, November 7 @ 10:00am
📅 Tuesday, November 10 @ 5:00pm
📅 Saturday, November 21 @ 12:00pm
📅 Wednesday, December 9 @ 6:00pm (In-person & Zoom)
📍GVRD Washington Building, 900 Ohio Street

Your voice matters! We want to hear what improvements, amenities, and recreational opportunities are most important to you and your family. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4zLs7Hz

Game on! 🏀 Make their next birthday one to remember with a sports-themed party at the GVRD Sports Gym! Choose basketball...
10/20/2026

Game on! 🏀 Make their next birthday one to remember with a sports-themed party at the GVRD Sports Gym! Choose basketball, volleyball or dodgeball, and we’ll provide the space, gym access and organized activities for up to 20 guests.

🎉 Saturdays & Sundays | Sept.–Jan.
⏰ 11am–1pm or 1:30–3:30pm
💲 $160/R, $180/NR

Sign up now! GVRD’s Thanksgiving Break Camp gives kids three days of games, creative projects, outdoor play, new friends...
10/17/2026

Sign up now! GVRD’s Thanksgiving Break Camp gives kids three days of games, creative projects, outdoor play, new friends and plenty of ways to stay active while school is out. Campers will even enjoy a special FRESH Theatre experience with Ms. Erin! 🎭

📅 Nov. 23–25 (Monday-Wednesday)
📍 Vallejo Community Center
💲 $120/R, $144/NR

Congrats, new orange belts! 🟠 Are you ready to give judo a try? GVRD offers classes for a variety of ages and experience...
10/14/2026

Congrats, new orange belts! 🟠 Are you ready to give judo a try? GVRD offers classes for a variety of ages and experience levels, from kids learning the basics to adults and experienced competitors looking to sharpen their skills.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mDuV4e

📸: on Instagram

Our offices are closed today, Oct. 12, as we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day. We'll be back open tomorrow, or you can ...
10/12/2026

Our offices are closed today, Oct. 12, as we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day. We'll be back open tomorrow, or you can always visit us online at gvrd.org.

Address

395 Amador Street
Vallejo, CA
94590

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(707) 648-4600

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