Blacksburg Parks and Recreation

11/02/2026

FYI to those using Heritage Park over the next few weeks - invasive plant removal work will occur in the area beginning today and will last approximately 2-3 weeks.

11/02/2026

Invasive Plant Removal in Heritage Park Begins November 2

Beginning Monday, November 2, the Town of Blacksburg will complete work in Heritage Park to remove invasive plant species such as autumn olive, privet, multiflora rose, and Asiatic bittersweet. Using heavy forest mulching machinery to clear a 15-acre area, this project will allow space for regrowth and the restoration of the natural habitat with thousands of native plants. This work will only target non-native and invasive plants. The most visible work will be completed on the Meadowbrook Drive side of the park, but work will also occur on the Glade Road side of the park.

This project is expected to take an estimated 2 – 3 weeks; the forest machinery equipment will be active between the hours of 9am – 5pm.
Citizens using the park in these areas may experience elevated noise levels, see machinery being operated and may observe heavy equipment parked in or near the lot on the Glade Road side of Heritage Park, during the work period.

The overall project is being completed in collaboration with the New River Conservancy, the Virginia Environmental Endowment, and the Virginia Department of Forestry. This is phase 2 of a two-phase project.

Questions: Contact Dylan Vines, Parks and Natural Lands Coordinator at [email protected], 540.443.1108.
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10/29/2026

Blacksburg Parks and Recreation Trip: “Elf the Musical” at the Barter Theatre

There are two spots remaining for our November 17 trip to see “Elf: the Musical” at the Barter Theatre. Register now to secure your seat!

The hilarious tale of Buddy, an orphaned baby who crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and winds up being raised at the North Pole. When Buddy discovers that he is actually human, he embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern-day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner “elf.”

Date: Tuesday, November 17, 9:30am-7pm.
Location: Please arrive at the Community Center at least 15 minutes prior to departure
Cost: $65R/$75NR, Lunch at Fiddler’s is not included in the program fee.
Age: 18+

Register at blacksburg.gov/recreation, by calling 540-443-1100, or visiting any Parks and Recreation facility.

10/29/2026

Registration ends today for youth basketball! There's still space left in our 11-12 and 13-14 Girls Basketball programs.

Upcoming Placement Practices:
Ages 11-12: Nov 4, 6pm-7pm
Ages 13-14: Nov 4, 7pm-8pm

Register online at www.blacksburg.gov/recreation, over the phone at 540-443-1100, or in-person at any Blacksburg Parks and Recreation facility.

10/27/2026

Join us downtown on Saturday for the pet and human costume contest
with Downtown Blacksburg, Inc.!

“It’s official — VT Therapy Dogs Derek & Epcot are making their Downtown Trick or Treat debut on Oct. 31!” 🎃🐶

Join us for Tricks & Treats with local merchants from 1–3 p.m., followed by a pet contest at 3 p.m. and a people contest at 3:30 p.m. — all with the chance to win downtown prizes

Blacksburg Parks and Recreation

10/22/2026

Registration ends soon for youth basketball! Sign up by October 29 to secure your spot.

Upcoming Placement Practices:
Ages 9-10: Nov 3, 6pm-7pm
Ages 11-12: Nov 4, 6pm-7pm
Ages 13-14: Nov 4, 7pm-8pm

Register online at www.blacksburg.gov/recreation, over the phone at 540-443-1100, or in-person at any Blacksburg Parks and Recreation facility.

10/20/2026

Space still available: Yoga for Seasonal Stress Relief.
Find calm, balance, and renewal during the busy holiday season with this gentle, grounding yoga class designed to ease stress and restore energy. Through mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, participants will learn practical tools to release tension, improve emotional well-being, and cultivate greater peace and resilience throughout the season. Class is taught by instructor Jennifer Speiden.

Register at blacksburg.gov/recreation to save your spot today!

Class Details:
Thursdays from 2-3pm at the Community Center
October 29-December 10
Ages 18+
$45 for residents and $55 for non-residents

10/19/2026

Our most recent Mystery Dine Out trip took participants to The Mason Jar in Dublin.

Participant Bev stated, “The food was great & so was the service. As an added treat since we were just 5 minutes away from Claytor Lake we took a little side trip to the State Park. We just drove around the lake. It was a beautiful day & the lake was glittering from the sun. There is a submerged Appalachian Ghost town, Dunkard’s Bottom, at the bottom of the lake. This happened with the creation of Claytor Lake being built from 1937 to 1939. Also, the chimney from the Christian House aka the Christian-Cloyd House, home of Colonel William Christian who was Patrick Henry’s brother-in-law, was the only thing that was not completely submerged by the lake. It remained as a visible monument for many years then had an electric light added after it was hit by a park ranger’s boat. It was relocated in 1989 to a location in the park near the Howe House. This was not just an eating trip but an history trip as well.”

Our next Mystery Dine Out trip is already sold out! Check out our other programs at Blacksburg.gov/recreation.

10/08/2026

We're hosting Chinese Culture Day with Virginia Tech Chinese Studies on October 22 from 5pm - 6pm. This event is free and open to the public, no registration needed!