June is Recreation & Parks Month
Join us as we celebrate with 30 days of activities and events catering to all!
Let's focus on the benefits recreation and parks have on our physical, social and mental health. There are many ways you can get involved and be active! From acrylic painting, nature-themed crafts and coding, to dancing, swimming and sports, there's something enjoyable for everyone to partake in!
June is Recreation and Parks Month Launch Event
Celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month with a day packed full of fun and excitement at North Thornhill Community Centre! On Sunday, June 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., you’re invited to join us for a FREE event filled with fun activities for everyone to enjoy. Get moving with DanceFIT, challenge your skills with pickleball and archery, learn lifesaving tips with baby choking demos, and dive into the action at the Vaughan Lifesaving Club showcase event in the pool from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. See you there!
Join us for the grand opening of Thornhill Outdoor Pool!
Thornhill Outdoor Pool (26 Old Yonge St.) is making a splash with its seasonal opening celebration on Saturday, June 14. Join the festivities and dive into a day of fun! Don't miss out on the excitement!
All proceeds go to RecAssist!
All proceeds from June is Recreation and Parks Month programming will go towards RecAssist, the City's fee assistance program, which helps subsidize the cost of recreation programs and swim lessons for low-income individuals and families in Vaughan. Aren’t able to attend a program, but want to contribute? Donations to RecAssist can now be made online at vaughan.perfectmind.com in denominations of $5, $10 or $25. Tax receipts will be provided for donations of $25 or more. Donate now!
FREE and $5 Registered Programs
Many diverse activities are offered during June is Recreation and Parks Month - and for only $5! Crafting sessions, family mindfulness programs and sports, coding workshops, dance classes, inclusion programs, counselling sessions on child behaviour and motivation, and much more.
FREE Recreational Swims and Aquafitness
Residents of all ages can enjoy FREE recreational and length swims, as well as aquafitness classes on select days and times. Register and pay up to 7 days in advance. Limited spots will be available for walk-ins one hour prior to the start of the program.
| Date | Activity | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 1 | Recreational Swim | 3-4:30pm | North Thornhill Community Centre |
| June 4 | Recreational Swim | 7:45-8:45pm | Woodbridge Pool & Memorial Arena |
| June 5 | Length Swim | 12-1pm | Al Palladini Community Centre |
| June 8 | Kick-off - VLC Showcase Event | 11:30am-12:30pm | North Thornhill Community Centre |
| June 9 | Aquafit | 7:45-8:30pm | Al Palladini Community Centre |
| June 11 | Recreational Swim | 6-7pm | Father Ermanno Bulfon Community Centre |
| June 14 | Thornhill Outdoor Pool Grand Opening Party | 12:30-2:30pm | Thornhill Outdoor Pool |
| June 16 | Length Swim | 8:45-10:00pm | Chancellor Community Centre |
| June 19 | Aquafit | 9:30-10:15am | North Thornhill Community Centre |
| June 21 | Recreational Swim - Lifeguard Fitness Challenge | 1:30-2:30pm | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| June 24 | Length Swim | 8:45-10:00pm | Dufferin Clark Community Centre |
| June 28 | Aquafit | 7:45-8:30am | Father Ermanno Bulfon Community Centre |
$5 Drop-in Sports
Participate in a range of drop-in sports - volleyball, basketball, badminton, ball hockey - offered on select days and times . Register and pay up to 7 days in advance. Limited spots will be available for walk-ins one hour prior to the start of a drop-in programs.
| DATE | ACTIVITY | TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 7 | Family Basketball | 3:30-5 pm | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| June 9 | Youth 3 on 3 Basketball | 3:30-5:30 pm | Chancellor Community Centre |
| June 11 | Youth 3 on 3 Basketball | 3:30-5:30 pm | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| June 13 | Youth Badminton | 8:30-10:30pm | Maple Community Centre |
| June 18 | Volleyball | 8:30-10:30pm | Father E. Bulfon Community Centre |
| June 19 | Adult Badminton | 8:30-10:30pm | Maple Community Centre |
| June 21 | Family Basketball | 3:30-5 pm | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| June 23 | Youth 3 on 3 Basketball | 3:30-5:30 pm | North Thornhill Community Centre |
Make a difference in your community
RecAssist is the City’s fee assistance program, which helps subsidize the cost of recreation programs and swim lessons for low-income individuals and families in Vaughan. 100% of donations go towards recipients. Tax receipts will be issued via email for donations of $25 or more.