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.
Events
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Bus to Swimming Lessons – 2026
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesAges 6+ $105 per participant per session The Buena Vista Recreation Department is working with Salida Recreation to provide transportation to swimming lessons. Participants will meet at […]
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Headwater x Guidestone Farm Camp
Headwater Farms 15264 Co Rd 350, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesHeadwater Farms in Buena Vista and Guidestone Colorado from Salida are joining forces! Come join us for 3 packed days of fun at Headwater Farms. Experience the magic of Guidestone […]
$250 -
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. […]
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Rockies Skills Challenge 2026
High School Baseball Field Buena Vista, CO, United StatesRockies Skills Challenge 2026 Date: Thursday, June 4th from 5:30pm-7:00pm (Registration at 5:00pm) Ages: 6-13 (as of August 1, 2026: proposed date of the Rockies Skills Challenge State Competition) Cost: […]
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Open Play Pickleball for Ages 10+ – Summer 2026
River Park Pickleball Courts 714 E Main St, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesOpen Play Pickleball Coed | Ages 10+ | $2 Per Visit Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:00-11:00am May 18 - September 30 BV River Park Pickleball Courts Registration: Drop-in Anyone under the […]
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Girls Softball – 10U Modified Live Pitch – Summer 26
Softball Field Softball Field, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesGirls Softball League – 10U Modified Live Pitch Ages: 7-10, as of 8/31/2025 June 1 - July 18 - Sheila Stout Memorial Softball Field Cost: Early Registration Discount! (Register Before […]
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Open Play Pickleball for Ages 10+ – Summer 2026
River Park Pickleball Courts 714 E Main St, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesOpen Play Pickleball Coed | Ages 10+ | $2 Per Visit Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:00-11:00am May 18 - September 30 BV River Park Pickleball Courts Registration: Drop-in Anyone under the […]
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Girls Softball – 14U Live Pitch – Summer 26
Softball Field Softball Field, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesGirls Softball League – 14U Live Pitch Ages: 11-14, as of 8/31/2025 June 1 - July 18 - Sheila Stout Memorial Softball Field Cost: Early Registration Discount! (Register Before April […]
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Girls Softball – 18U Live Pitch – Summer 26
Softball Field Softball Field, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesGirls Softball League – 18U Live Pitch Ages: 15-18, as of 8/31/2025 June 1 - July 18 - Sheila Stout Memorial Softball Field Cost: Early Registration Discount! (Register Before April […]
$80 -
Bus to Swimming Lessons – 2026
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, United StatesAges 6+ $105 per participant per session The Buena Vista Recreation Department is working with Salida Recreation to provide transportation to swimming lessons. Participants will meet at […]
$105
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.