Staunton Parks and Recreation invites residents of all ages to celebrate Play All Day VA on Friday, June 20, and make the most of the longest day of the year by getting outside and discovering the many ways to play.
Organized by the Virginia Recreation and Park Society (VRPS), Play All Day VA is a statewide initiative to highlight the importance of play for all ages, abilities and interests. Communities across Virginia will participate with free or discounted programming, special events and park-focused fun.
“Play is essential to our well-being, no matter our age. Whether it’s swinging at the playground, climbing a tree or watching a movie under the stars, Play All Day VA is a joyful reminder of how much our local parks offer and how they bring our community together,” Staunton Parks & Recreation Programmer Ana Fugate said.
Play All Day VA is celebrated on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, giving everyone an opportunity to get out and discover all that Staunton Parks and Recreation offers throughout the community. To celebrate, Staunton Parks and Recreation encourages everyone to explore new parks or try a new activity.
Scheduled activities at Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand include:
9 a.m. – Yoga with Riva
10 a.m. – noon. – Tree Climbing with Vivid Earth Adventures
Noon – 2 p.m. – Gaming Gone Mobile
2 – 3 p.m. – Foam Party
7 p.m. – Sweet Streets Ice Cream Truck
7:30 p.m. – Magic by Steve!
8:45 p.m. – Family Night Flix – Paddington in Peru
Additional ways to participate throughout the day:
Take a selfie in one of Virginia‘s parks and tag on social media with #PlayAllDayVA and #LoveStaunton.
Enjoy a family picnic at a city park.
Explore a trail, take a walk or find your own way to play outdoors.
The Virginia Recreation & Park Society (VRPS) is a private, non-profit professional organization, founded in 1953 and incorporated in 1956. The organization’s purpose is to unite all professionals, students and interested lay persons engaged in the field of recreation, parks and other leisure services in the Commonwealth of Virginia into one body. Members work together to promote and improve the profession in all its diversity. VRPS is affiliated with the National Recreation and Park Association.
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Rebecca Barnabi
