Parks, Recreation and Culture
About Parks, Recreation and Culture
Whether you want to take a nature walk, see historic sites, learn more about the environment, or take part in cultural opportunities, Volusia County has it all. You also can boat, fish, camp, observe wildlife in its natural habitat, sunbathe and participate in active recreational activities in Volusia County.
Our programs and facilities incorporate a theme that embraces environmental, cultural, heritage and outdoor (ECHO) activities and sites.
Art and culture
Volusia County is famed for its miles of beaches, lazy rivers, unsurpassable weather, its forests, quiet towns and sparkling resorts.
Attractions
Volusia County has three popular attractions that highlight the area's history and ecology.
Parks, camping and boat ramps
Volusia County is blessed with some of the most beautiful parks and trails in the Southeast.
Recreational programs
Children, teens and adults can have fun and get fit with activities sponsored by Volusia County’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Division.
Sports Volusia
Your one-stop sports event planning resource. View a listing of all the sporting facilities in Volusia County, find an activity or plan your own on SportsVolusia.com.
Upcoming events
DeBary Hall: Moonlight at the Mansion
January 28 @6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Join Derek Demeter, director of the Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College, for an evening of out-of-this-world exploration. Guests are invited to view the cosmos using telescopes provided by the planetarium. The night sky will reveal stunning sights such as the craters of the Moon, the ...
Red Hot Chili Steppers
January 29 @9:00 am to 10:00 am
Get fit and make new friends with the Red Hot Chili Steppers walking club, which will hit the trails at Gemini Springs Park, 37 Dirksen Drive, DeBary.
All ages and skill levels are welcome for this program, which is hosted by Volusia County’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Division. For more inf...
DeBary Hall: The Renal System
January 31 @1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Join registered nurse Susan Araujo for an engaging and easy-to-understand exploration of the renal system – much more than just your kidneys. Learn how this vital system filters your blood, removes toxins, and maintains your body’s fluid balance. Araujo will explain simple ways to monitor renal ...
Red Hot Chili Steppers
February 5 @9:00 am to 10:00 am
Get fit and make new friends with the Red Hot Chili Steppers walking club, which will hit the trails at Gemini Springs Park, 37 Dirksen Drive, DeBary.
All ages and skill levels are welcome for this program, which is hosted by Volusia County’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Division. For more inf...
DeBary Hall: Line Dancing
February 5 @5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Line dancing is a great way to exercise your mind and body. Join DeBary Hall staff for beginner line dances to various music genres. This program will be held in DeBary Hall's stable, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. It's recommended for adults, and there is a $5 charge for each class.
Registration is ...
DeBary Hall: Historic Bike Tour
February 11 @9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Travel back in time on two wheels during a nine-mile guided bike ride from DeBary Hall Historic Site to Lake Monroe Park and back. Learn about the area’s history, including facts from the Native Americans who inhabited the region thousands of years ago to the development of Gemini Springs Park in ...
DeBary Hall: Sustainable Vegetable Gardening
February 12 @11:30 am to 12:30 pm
During this free, interactive Lunch & Learn program, a certified master gardener will explain perennial vegetable gardening – an approach that can provide reliable harvests year after year with less maintenance than traditional annual gardens. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch and g...
DeBary Hall: Story Time
February 13 @9:30 am to 10:30 am
Children are invited to Kids Corner, a free story time featuring stories, songs, and activities, at DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. The program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome. Reservations are not required.
DeBary Hall Historic Site, which...
DeBary Hall: Swing into Contra
February 14 @10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Join staff for an engaging, beginner-friendly class designed to introduce the lively tradition of contra dance. Partners and prior experience are not needed. During this free, two-hour class, a caller will guide participants through each step, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun.
Reser...
DeBary Hall: Line Dancing
February 19 @5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Line dancing is a great way to exercise your mind and body. Join DeBary Hall staff for beginner line dances to various music genres. This program will be held in DeBary Hall's stable, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. It's recommended for adults, and there is a $5 charge for each class.
Registration is ...
DeBary Hall: Story Time
February 20 @9:30 am to 10:30 am
Children are invited to Kids Corner, a free story time featuring stories, songs, and activities, at DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. The program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome. Reservations are not required.
DeBary Hall Historic Site, which...
