Valdosta-Lowndes County Parks & Recreation Authority

****If you try to register and the system tells you your child is ineligible for the grade you are registering, please go into your account and click the edit button by your child's name.  It looks like a pencil.  Then there should be a...read more

Join us for a FREE MOVIE!  On Friday, November 9th, VLPRA will show the animated hit "SING" at John W. Saunders Park (1151 River Street in Valdosta).  Bring a blanket or chairs and your whole family for the free event.&n...read more

VLPRA and the Miracle Field of Valdosta are diligently working on the new Miracle Field Complex at Freedom Park.  The addition will include one rubberized Miracle Field and four standard baseball/softball fields.  The project is expected to...read more

VLPRA gladly rents out our facilities to residents for special events, family gatherings, birthday parties, and even weddings.  Our 40+ parks and facilities have picnic shelters, gazebos, and pavilions that are perfect for gatherings of vario...read more

It's time for our football playoffs!   And NEW THIS YEAR: we will be live-streaming our games from Bazemore-Hyder Stadium!  Anyone who wants to watch any of the games at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium can see them at no charge LIVE by c...read more

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****If you try to register and the system tells you your child is ineligible for the grade you are registering, please go into your account and click the edit button by your child's name.  It looks like a pencil.  Then there should be a drop down menu for grade.  Select your child's current grade and click save.  Then try to register.  If this doesn't work, please call us at 229-259-3507.***

REGISTRATION EXTENDED TO 11/11!!!!  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!!!!

Register NOW for our Youth Basketball program!  Kids play with their classmates in our school-based league with boys teams and girls teams in every grade at each school. Kids wear their school colors and uniforms are provided!  There's teams at both public and private schools in Lowndes County. 

Practice and game days vary.  Practices will likely start in December and games in January.  Interested in coaching?  Email Andre at anewson@vlpra.com.  
 

Join us for a FREE MOVIE!  On Friday, November 9th, VLPRA will show the animated hit "SING" at John W. Saunders Park (1151 River Street in Valdosta).  Bring a blanket or chairs and your whole family for the free event.  It starts at dusk (around 5:45/6:00 PM).  There will be concessions for sale (cash only please), and picnics are welcome.  We will show the film on our massive 20 foot inflatable screen (with subtitles for those who are hearing impaired).  It's a fun, free way to spend the evening with your loved ones enjoying South Georgia's beautiful fall weather.  No registration required, just show up.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  We'll see you in the park!

VLPRA and the Miracle Field of Valdosta are diligently working on the new Miracle Field Complex at Freedom Park.  The addition will include one rubberized Miracle Field and four standard baseball/softball fields.  The project is expected to be complete in the spring of 2019.  Find out more about the Miracle League of Valdosta here and scroll down to see the latest construction photos taken in mid-October.

VLPRA gladly rents out our facilities to residents for special events, family gatherings, birthday parties, and even weddings. 

Our 40+ parks and facilities have picnic shelters, gazebos, and pavilions that are perfect for gatherings of various sizes.  Many feature electricity and bathrooms.  We even have a beautiful sanctuary that is popular for wedding ceremonies and a large multipurpose room in the same building with a full kitchen to accommodate receptions.  Many center rentals will include access to a full kitchen and the use of tables and chairs.  All rentals require a deposit.  Call us at 229-259-3507 for info.

STAGE
Our brand-new portable, hydraulically powered stage is available for rent.  Our staff will deliver the stage, set it up, take it down, and stay with the stage for the duration of your event.  The stage is 32 feet long and almost 24 feet deep.  It’s an open air, outdoor stage perfect for large events.  A PA system, mic stand, tables, and chairs are also available for rent.

PORTABLE BLEACHERS
VLPRA’s new hydraulically powered bleachers feature a canopy and handrails.  The bleachers hold well over 200 people and can act as main or overflow seating for your outdoor event.  VLPRA staff will deliver and pick up the bleachers as part of your rental.

SHOWMOBILE
VLPRA’s Showmobile is a portable stage with a roof and three walls.  The front wall opens to reveal the stage itself.  The Showmobile’s dimensions are 22 x 16.

A PA system, mic stand, tables, and chairs are also available for rent.  VLPRA staff will deliver and pick up the bleachers as part of your rental.  A PA system, mic stand, tables, and chairs are also available for rent.

TABLES AND CHAIRS
VLPRA offers 4-foot round tables and matching black chairs for rent.  Rent up to 100 chairs and 13 tables at a time.  VLPRA staff delivers the tables and chairs in a trailer.  Renters are responsible for set up and take down.

Call 229-259-3507 for more information, rates, and availability.

It's time for our football playoffs!  

And NEW THIS YEAR: we will be live-streaming our games from Bazemore-Hyder Stadium!  Anyone who wants to watch any of the games at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium can see them at no charge LIVE by clicking this link:
http://www.esenetworks.com/live-events.aspx?id=35030

REMAINING FOOTBALL PLAYOFF SCHEDULES:

Thursday 11/8/18
Flag
-6:00 PM Valdosta White vs Lowndes White @ Bazemore Hyder for Flag Gold Championship
-6:00 PM Newbern Black vs Newbern Gold @ North Lowndes for Flag Silver Championship
4th/5th Grades
-7:30 PM Hahira Crimson vs Newbern Gold @ Bazemore-Hyder for 4th/5th Gold Championship
-7:30 PM Pine Grove Crimson vs Valdosta @ North Lowndes for 4th/5th Silver Championship
 

GOLD CHAMPIONS:
Flag: TBD
2nd/3rd Grade: Newbern Black
4th/5th Grade: TBD