Get fit, have fun, and play in beautiful
Buena Vista, Colorado!
BV REC works with local enthusiasts, instructors, businesses and citizens, and currently provides over 75 athletic, cultural, and expeditionary activities. We know you’ll find something here you’ll like! If what you’re looking for isn’t offered, we will work with you to find out where it is offered or what might be required to get it going.
Athletics
Sports leagues or recurring athletic programs. This includes softball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and other recreational and competitive leagues.
Outdoor Rec
Nature-based programs aimed at community engagement & conservation like group bike rides, 4x4 meet ups, cross country skiing, or trail building.
Fitness
Organized activities aimed at physical fitness and health. This includes yoga, group workout classes, swimming, gymnastics, martial arts, and more.
Special Events
Local community events that focus on recreation activities. Examples include concerts, tournaments & races.
Special Interests
Fun programs geared toward special topics of interest like bridge, seniors, dog lovers, or children's play groups.
Fine Arts
Recurring activities focused on artistic expression such as weekly art classes, music lessons, and dance classes.
What’s Happening in BV
Search for programs and events by date, keyword or location, and view them by month, week or day, as a list or photo grid, or on a map.
Pickleball Arranged Play @ DPCA & McGinnis – Winter 2025
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United States +1 morePickleball: Arranged Play, Lessons, & Training Tuesdays, 5:15-7:15pm (Early Session) & 7:30-9:30pm (Late Session) - McGinnis Gym Wednesdays, 5:15-7:15pm (Early Session) & 7:30-9:30pm (Late Session) - DPCA Saturdays, 1:15-3:15pm (Early […]
Culinary Creations with Tom Campbell, Frank Willis and Ben Miner
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesCulinary Creations with Tom Campbell, Frank Willis and Ben Miner Ages: 16+ Wednesdays, 6:00pm-8:00pm February 12, 19, 26 and March 5, 2025 Buena Vista Community Center - 715 E Main […]
Bridge Club
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesBridge Club – Ages: 18+ $1/visit Thursdays, 1:00-4:00pm Year Round Community Center - Pinon Room Bridge Club meets every Thursday from 1:00-4:00pm at the Community Center. […]
Demon Diggers Youth Volleyball – Winter 2025
Buena Vista Middle & High School Gyms 559 S Railroad St, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesDemon Diggers Youth Volleyball Coed Grades: 3-8 $60 Mondays & Thursdays, February 24-March 13 Grades 3-4: 6:00-7:00pm (White Gym), Grades 5-6: 6:00-7:00pm (Red Gym), Grades 7-8: 7:00-8:15pm […]
Adult Coed Indoor Soccer League – 2025
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesAdult Coed Indoor Soccer League Ages: 16+ - $30/player (No Team Fee) Thursdays, 6:00-10:00pm - January 16-March 13 Darren Patterson Christian Academy Get ready for the upcoming season of […]
Open Gym Pickleball (Ages 10+) – Fall 24
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesOpen Gym Pickleball for Ages 10+ $5/visit November 1-December 29 Sundays, 1:30-4:30pm; Fridays, 6:00-9:00pm Darren […]
Open Gym Pickleball (Ages 10+) – Winter 2025
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesOpen Gym Pickleball for Ages 10+ $5/visit January 3 - May 11 […]
Game Night
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesGame Night Ages: All Ages Welcome Saturday, March 8th, 2025 NOON-9:00pm Buena Vista Community Center - 715 E Main St Registration Deadline: Drop In This will be a donation only […]
Adult Pickleball – Learn to Play Days – Winter 2025
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesHave you heard of Pickleball? Pickleball mixes badminton, tennis, and ping pong skills creating a fun, active, low-impact activity for individuals of all ages and athletic backgrounds! Come try your […]
Pickleball Arranged Play @ DPCA & McGinnis – Winter 2025
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United States +1 morePickleball: Arranged Play, Lessons, & Training Tuesdays, 5:15-7:15pm (Early Session) & 7:30-9:30pm (Late Session) - McGinnis Gym Wednesdays, 5:15-7:15pm (Early Session) & 7:30-9:30pm (Late Session) - DPCA Saturdays, 1:15-3:15pm (Early […]
Sign Up
As you explore local programs online, you can sign up instantly! You can also print the Registration Form below and return it by mail (PO Box 2002, Buena Vista, CO 81211) or drop it off at Town Hall (210 E Main Street). Please contact us or the specific program organizer with any questions!
Submit an Event
This website is intended to be a one-stop source for all things recreational in Buena Vista. In addition to programs hosted by the Town of Buena Vista Recreation Department, other organizations are welcome to submit programs that fall within the mission statement of the Recreation Advisory Board.
Program Proposals
We’d love to hear your ideas for new programs that inspire a variety of interests, including sports, music, and fine arts. Please submit your ideas for events and activities that promote community development through positive social interaction and facilitate stewardship of our outdoor recreation resources.
BV Rec Policies - Refunds & Late Fees
Refunds for recreation programs will be given if a participant withdraws before the registration deadline for the program. Full or partial refunds may be given if a participant withdraws after the registration deadline due to a medical or family emergency. Refunds will not be granted for program cancellations due to inclement weather or other circumstances beyond the control of the Recreation Department. Late registrations for youth sports programs will be accepted until the first games of the season have been played.
A late fee will be charged for registrations submitted after the registration deadline of each program. For youth sports, the fee will be 50% of the registration fee for the program. For adult sports, the fee will be $50 per team.
Buena Vista Recreation reserves the right to remove any participant, volunteer, or spectator from any programs BV Rec facilitates at the discretion of staff.
