Special Events – Manassas Park Park & Recreation

Preparing for Spring at the Manassas Park Community Center – by Kaitlyn Collier

After all the holiday excitement, I am sure you are feeling like I am right about now! Yes, we are frazzled, and feeling that it is time for a well-earned break! As the Special Events Assistant for the Department of Parks and Recreation, I am happy to say that my schedule is giving me a […]

February 1, 2018

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Light Parade Cancelled Due to Public Safety Concerns Regarding Current Weather Conditions

After consulting with various City Departments in regards to the inclement weather and how it relates to the safety of the spectators, participants, and City staff, there has been a collaborative decision made to cancel the Light Parade this evening. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you have a safe evening. There are no […]

December 9, 2017

Light Parade Decision will be made by 2:00pm

Please be advised that due to the current and impending inclement weather, we will make a decision concerning tonight’s Light Parade status by 2pm this afternoon.

December 9, 2017

Holly Jolly Holidays at MPCC – by Kaitlyn Collier

Is it just me or has November flown by in the blink of an eye? The Christmas music is on the radio, and Thanksgiving is here (YUM)! Now, it’s time to start getting into the holiday spirit, and we have the perfect way for you to do it. The first few weeks of December are […]

November 22, 2017

Ornament Contest!

We’re having an ornament contest for the Community Center Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 2! Why not make an ornament to submit at the Dough Ornament Workshop on November 30. Then, send a photo of your handmade ornament to Kaitlyn Collier at K.Collier@ManassasParkVA.gov by December 1! All ornaments entered in the contest will be displayed […]

November 20, 2017

Trunk or Treat Halloween Fun at the Community Center – by Maria Bosack

If your family is like most families, you have your own routines. You know what you like and you stick to it. Sometimes, it can be difficult to find a free event that has something for everyone. Luckily, for Manassas Park residents, the Community Center’s Trunk or Treat Halloween event provides great fun for all […]

November 9, 2017

Annual Fall Festival – By Maria Bosack

Residents enjoyed perfect crisp, cool autumn air as they rode atop the hay-strewn trailer and admired the changing color of the leaves on the trees outside the Community Center. Free hayrides for the entire family greeted patrons of the Annual Fall Festival! Upon entering the gym inside the Community Center, residents were greeted by several […]

October 17, 2017

The Manassas Park Community Center is a Howlin’ Good Time this Fall – by Kaitlyn Collier

School’s back in session, and the weather is doing that thing where its chilly in the morning, then hot, then back to chilly! The chilly weather reminds us that October is right around the corner. I cannot believe I am typing it, but the fall season is looming! If you are like me, then fall […]

September 21, 2017

Behind the Scenes of the “Boom” – By Kaitlyn Collier

I grew up in Manassas Park and have attended the Manassas Park Fourth of July Celebration every year at Signal Hill Park! However, for the past five years, I have attended this event as a staff member of the City of Manassas Park, Department of Parks and Recreation. Until I began working on this event, […]

July 6, 2017

Fourth of July Celebration at Signal Hill Park

Join us Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at Signal Hill Park for our annual fireworks celebration! Admission is free. There will also be a variety of food trucks. Park opens to spectators at 5:30pm. Free shuttles from VRE and City Hall (both located on Manassas Drive) starting at 5:30pm. Accessible parking and limited general parking across […]

June 20, 2017

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