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.


Programs
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
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Youth Soccer – 2016-2017’s – Fall 23
Soccer Field Buena Vista, CO, United States2016-2017’s YOUTH SOCCER - Fall 2023 Fall Youth Soccer is here! Players will be placed on parent-volunteer coached teams. Practices will be led by trained Practice Facilitators. Game schedule […]
Buena Vista Youth Tackle Football – Grades 3-6 – Fall 23
Buena Vista High School Football Fields 559 S Railroad St, Buena Vista, CO 81211, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesJoin Buena Vista Youth Tackle Football for the Southern Colorado 11v11 Youth Tackle Football League this Fall! The program will feature a 3-4 Grade age group and a 5-6 Grade […]
Women’s 6X6 Volleyball League – Fall 2023
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesWomen’s Volleyball League Ages: 16+ $25/Participant Wednesdays, 6:00-9:30pm September 6 - October 25 Darren Patterson Christian Academy Team Registration Deadline: Friday, August 25 *Late team […]
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. […]
Buena Vista Youth Flag Football – Grades 1-2 – Fall 2023
Youth Baseball Field 38.845694, -106.124012, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesYouth Flag Football - Grades 1-2 BV Rec is working with Buena Vista Tackle Football to provide an opportunity to learn and play football this fall! The 7-week program will […]
Wild Roots Nature Classes – Fall 2023
River Park 717 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesWild Roots Nature Classes - Fall 2023 Looking to explore nature and develop a love of the outdoors and learning? In this 6-week series, we explore and learn through nature, […]
Men’s 4X4 Volleyball League – Fall 2023
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesMen’s Volleyball League Ages: 16+ $25/Participant Tuesdays, 6:00-9:30pm September 5-October 24 Darren Patterson Christian Academy Team Registration Deadline: Friday, August 25 *Late team fee of $50 […]
Young at Heart
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesYoung at Heart is a group for ages 55+. We meet at noon on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the BV Community Center. Each meeting includes a potluck […]
Monday Morning Art
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesMonday Morning Art Ages: 18+ $1/visit 3rd Monday of the Month, 9:30am-12:00pm Community Center - Aspen Room Artists of all mediums are welcome! Bring your projects […]
Youth Basketball League – Coed Kindergarten – 2023
Darren Patterson Christian Academy 518 S San Juan Ave, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesCoed Kindergarten Youth Basketball - Fall 2023 BV Rec & BVHS Boys Basketball are partnering again to bring you the Youth Basketball League! The League is open for players in […]
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.