City of Rocky River, Ohio

Community Programs

Aquatics and Safety
Community Programs
Fitness and Wellness
Hockey and Skating
Sports and Leagues

Recreation comes in all shapes, sizes and with various activities; we strive to offer something for everyone!

The Recreation Department is on a mission to make your experience in Rocky River even more enjoyable! We're constantly brainstorming new and exciting camps, clubs, and training sessions designed to bring our community together and add a dash of fun to your day.

Whether you're looking to dive into a new hobby, meet new friends, or challenge yourself with a skill-building workshop, there's something for everyone! Don't forget to check back often to catch the latest updates on our offerings and be part of the adventure in our vibrant city. Your next favorite activity is just around the corner!

For Community Programs questions, contact Brad Wisniewski & for Summer Day Camp questions, contact Daniel Conway

Register for a program!

Youth Programming

Preschool Programming (0-5)

  • 10:00am-11:30am Mondays and Fridays

    We’re inviting preschool families to join in for gym play using tumbling mats, sports equipment, and a parachute! Ages 0-5.

    Fees: Free for members, $5.00 resident, $6.00 non-resident Additional child is $3.00.

Adult Programming

  • Registration is now open for Spring 2026!

    Community Band Mondays, 7:30–9:30pm | Rocky River Middle School Band Room.

    If you have ever played an instrument and are looking for a fun venue to flex your musical muscles, please come join the Community Band. Community Band is open to musicians of all skill levels and no auditions are required. Concert information will be discussed during rehearsals

    Fee: $50/per person

  • NEW DATE: One-Click Registration will now be Thursday, March 12th at 9:00am.

    Campers must have completed kindergarten (going into 1st grade in the fall) through 5th grade

    More information and details available in our Info Guide

    "One-Click" registration automatically enrolls your child for all nine weeks of Day Camp. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. No Credits nor Refunds will be given for cancelled week(s).

  • View our flyer here

    Registration begins March 18th at 9:00am online!

    Weeks of Fun:

    June 8th

    June 15th

    June 22nd

    June 29th

    Monday-Thursday at Elmwood Cabin

A classroom decorated with colorful paper flags hanging above a boy with a big smile, behind a pyramid of stacked plastic cups in blue, red, yellow, and gray.
A young boy crawling through an inflatable obstacle course at an outdoor event.
An outdoor band performance with musicians seated under a large wooden pavilion, facing a conductor, during daytime. The setting includes trees, a grassy area, park benches, and a trash and recycling bin.
A miniature town named Safety Town in Rocky River, featuring small colorful buildings, pathways, benches, and trees, enclosed by a black fence.
Children and adults gathered in a park with trees, near an inflatable bounce house decorated with a castle design and pirate theme, some children playing and others watching or standing around.
Children and adults gathered at the starting line of a race outdoors, with some crouching or standing, on a sunny day with green trees in the background.