Parks & Recreation Special Events

11/15/24 - Teen Glow Nerf Battle
Must show school ID
Time: 6-8:30pm
Cost: $5 (Pay at the door)
Location: Manuel F. Hernandez Community Center (247 W. Ferguson)

11/21/24 - Fall Dance Series at the Visalia Senior Center
Live Music: Southern Comfort
Time: 5pm - 8:30pm
Cost: $10 (Pay at the door) 
Location: Visalia Senior Center (310 S Locust St.)

11/26/24 - Teen Night at Adventure Park
Must show school ID or other for discount 
Time: 5pm - 8pm
Cost: $20 (Pay at the door) 
Location: Adventure Park, Visalia (35600 W Cypress Ave.)

11/27/24 - Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon
Time: 11am-1pm
Cost: $6 - Ticket must be purchased in advance
Location: Visalia Senior Center (310 S Locust St.)

12/6/24 - Movie at the Plaza: How the Grinch Stole Christmas  
Time: Movie starts at 6pm (Jim Carrey, Grinch)
Cost: FREE
Location: Garden Street Plaza (N. Garden St. Visalia) 
Details: Pack up the sleigh, and don’t forget your comfy lawn chair—How the Grinch Stole Christmas is the holiday Movie at the Plaza! Watch on a giant inflatable screen, big enough to fit the Grinch’s heart after it grows three sizes! Guests are welcome to bring a picnic dinner, snacks, and maybe even a little roast beast. 

12/13/24 - Holly Jolly Jingle
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Manuel F. Hernandez Community Center (247 W. Ferguson)
Details: Families and friends are invited to be part of a merry night filled with delightful jolly winter crafts and activities! Guests will wander through various stations, including a festive photo booth, a delectable hot cocoa station, ornament making, and fun holiday games! The highlight of the evening will be a special visit from Santa. Adults must be accompanied by a child.

2/21/24 - Sweets & Treats Father Daughter Dance
Time: 6-9pm
Cost: $30/Person (All fathers must be accompanied by a daughter)
Location: Visalia Convention Center (303 E Acequia Ave.)
Details: Indulge in sweetness at this year’s Father Daughter Treats & Sweets Dance! Guests will enjoy a fun-filled evening on the dance floor with sweet treats and candy-themed activities. It’s an experience that will leave a lasting impression in their hearts and sweeten the special bond between daughter and Father/Father Figure!
Event photo stations open at 5pm. Doors open at 6pm with light refreshments and new “Glowing Hour” until 7pm, this hour will consist of mellow lighting and subdued music. The Dance gets a sugar rush at 7pm!