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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Open Play Pickleball for Ages 10+ – Summer 2023
River Park Pickleball Courts 714 E Main St, Buena Vista, COOpen Play Pickleball Coed | Ages 10+ | $2 Per Visit Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:00-11:00am May 15 - September 29 BV River Park Pickleball Courts Registration: Drop-in Anyone under the […]
Bus to Swimming Lessons – 2023
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, COAges 6+ $90 per participant The Buena Vista Recreation Department is working with Salida Recreation to provide transportation to swimming lessons. Participants will meet at the BV Community […]
Youth Baseball – 12U Live Pitch – Summer 23
Youth Baseball Field 38.845694, -106.124012, Buena Vista, CO12U Live Pitch Ages: 11-12, as of 4/30/23 $70 Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:00-8:00pm (Games) May 30-July 12 Youth Baseball Field Grab your bat and your glove and get ready […]
Girls Softball – 10U – Machine Pitch – Summer 23
Softball Field Softball Field, Buena Vista, COGirls Softball League – Ages: 7-10 10U: $60/participant Practices: Weekday Mornings; Games: Mondays, Thursdays, and some Saturdays May 31-July 13 Sheila Stout Memorial Softball Field The Girls Softball […]
Girls Softball – 14U & 18U – Live Pitch – Summer 23
Softball Field Softball Field, Buena Vista, COGirls Softball League – Ages: 11-18 14U & 18U: $70/participant Practices: Weekday Mornings; Games: Mondays, Thursdays, and some Saturdays May 31-July 13 The Girls Softball League is […]
Yoga for Grown Ups
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, COYOGA FOR GROWN UPS For Older Adults in Chaffee County 10a-11:115a Wednesdays Buena Vista Community Center Pinon Room 715 E Main Street Slow down and connect your breath with […]
Youth Mountain Bike Skills Camp – Summer 23
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, COMountain Bike Skills Camp – Ages: 7-12 $160 Wednesdays & Thursdays 4 weeks per session; 16 hours per session 1 Beginner Level Group per Session and 1 Intermediate […]
Bridge Club
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, COBridge 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. […]
Adult Coed Softball League 2023
Softball Field Softball Field, Buena Vista, COAdult Coed Softball League – Ages 16+ Team Registration Fee: $350/team, Player Registration Fee: $35/player Tuesdays-Wednesdays, 6:00-10:00pm June 13-August 9 Grab your glove and get ready for another season of […]
Young at Heart
Community Center 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, COYoung 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 […]
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.
Refunds
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.
Buena Vista Recreation reserves the right to remove any participant, volunteer, or spectator from any programs BV Rec facilitates at the discretion of staff.