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: Story Time
December 19 @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: Holiday Candlelight Tours
December 19 @5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
DeBary Hall: Holiday Candlelight Tour
December 19 @6:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
DeBary Hall: Holiday Candlelight Tours
December 19 @6:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
DeBary Hall: Holiday Candlelight Tours
December 19 @7:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
DeBary Hall: Holiday Candlelight Tours
December 20 @5:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
DeBary Hall: Holiday Candlelight Tours
December 20 @5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
DeBary Hall: Holiday Candlelight Tours
December 20 @6:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
DeBary Hall: Holiday Candlelight Tours
December 20 @7:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Explore DeBary Hall when candlelight will fill the 19th century mansion with a warm glow, accentuating its historic treasures and Christmas decorations. Guests will be escorted to the mansion for an open style tour. The mansion, once owned by the prominent deBary family, will be decorated with many ...
Red Hot Chili Steppers
January 8 @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: Home Hydroponics
January 8 @11:30 am to 12:30 pm
During this free, interactive Lunch & Learn, a certified master gardener will explain how hydroponic systems work, explore the benefits of soilless gardening, and find out which plants thrive best in a hydroponic environment. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch and gardening questions f...
DeBary Hall: Line Dancing
January 8 @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
January 9 @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
January 10 @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: America the Beautiful
January 10 @1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Enjoy an inspiring visual presentation and engaging conversation led by bird and travel enthusiast Eli Schaperow. This special program invites audiences to embark on a photographic journey across the United States. Through Schaperow’s lens, attendees will explore the adventure, natural beauty, and...
DeBary Hall: Guided Bike Tour
January 14 @9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Join DeBary Hall historians Tracy Mestre and Lisa Perez for an eight-mile bike ride from Lake Beresford Park to Blue Spring State Park. Riders will learn about the area’s history and native plants at several stops along the way. Come for the whole tour or as far as you want to ride. Children and t...
Red Hot Chili Steppers
January 15 @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: Teddy Bear Tea Party
January 17 @11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Children can bring their favorite teddy bear and step into a charming afternoon at the Teddy Bear Tea Party at DeBary Hall Historic Site. Guests will enjoy a guided tour of Frederick deBary’s elegant winter hunting estate, followed by a delightful lesson in classic tea etiquette. Children and thei...
DeBary Hall: Cow Creek Chronicles
January 17 @1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Discover a remarkable chapter of Florida’s past as journalist Gregory Enns shares insights from “Cow Creek Chronicles: The Rise and Fall of an Early Florida Cattle Ranch.” Enns traces the story of the Raulerson family, whose Cow Creek Ranch once stretched across 23,000 acres between Fort Pierc...
Red Hot Chili Steppers
January 22 @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
January 22 @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: 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...
