Play pickup basketball in a casual setting. Friendly competition is welcomed! Participants may check out a basketball or bring their own.
Allen Jay Recreation Center
Thursdays, May 2 - Aug. 29, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Morehead Recreation Center
Wednesdays, May 1 - Aug. 28, 6 - 8 p.m.
Free
Family Open Gym (All Ages)
Shoot hoops, practice those basketball skills and enjoy family time in a casual atmosphere as you get in a workout together!
Allen Jay Recreation Center
Saturdays, May 4 - Aug. 31, 10 a.m. - noon
Deep River Recreation Center
Saturdays, May 4 - Aug. 31, 10 a.m. - noon
Morehead Recreation Center
Saturdays, May 4 - Aug. 31 noon - 2 p.m. Free
High Point Pickleball Tournaments (Ages 18+)
Showcase your pickleball skills on a more competitive platform! This opportunity offers three single-day doubles tournaments. For additional information, please call 336.883.3621.
Oakview Recreation Center
Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
July 13, Aug. 17, Aug. 31
$20 per doubles team, per tournament
Oak Hollow Open (Ages 16+)
Celebrating its 36th year, entries in this tournament are open to the first 100 teams of amateur golfers ages 16+. Seniors (age 55+) will play from the white tees. This tournament also features a Par 3 Challenge with the closest to the pin on all par threes on both days. The entry fee goes towards gift certificates and prizes; it does not include green fee or cart fee. Application and entry fee must arrive by noon on Friday, May 24, 2024. Over $14,000 in prizes and gift certificates will be awarded!
Oak Hollow Golf Course
Saturday and Sunday, June 1 - 2, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
$140 per team
Fall Oak Hollow Open: President's Cup Edition (ages 16+)
Celebrating its thirteenth year, the Oak Hollow's President's Cup Edition is a two-person captain's choice, 36-hole event that will be flighted after the first round. Open to the first 60 teams, the 8 a.m. "Shotgun Start" for both Saturday and Sunday rounds gives golfers a chance to get a round in before watching football games in the afternoon! Seniors (ages 55+) will play from the white tees. This event will also include a Par 3 Challenge with the closest to the pin on all par threes on both days.. Please note that the entry fee will go towards gift certificates and prizes and does not include green fee or cart fee. Over $8,400 in prizes and gift certificates will be awarded based on a full field.
Our golf card entitles the bearer to the following:
• $5 off each 18-hole round of golf with a cart at Oak Hollow and Blair Park
• Good seven days a week, and applies to Senior and Ladies' Day rates as well
• Cards are good through Dec. 31, 2024.
• Nontransferable
This card makes a great gift for golf fans. Buy yours today, and save all year long!
Blair Park Golf Course & Oak Hollow Golf Course
Now - Dec. 31
$50 per card, per person
Twilight Golf Rates (All Ages)
Twilight Golf Rates are in effect Monday - Friday. The time varies with each season.
Now - Sept. 6, 3 - 8 p.m.
Starting Sept. 9, 2 - 7 p.m.
Blair Park
• $22 with cart and $13 to walk
Oak Hollow
• $25 with cart and $16 to walk
You can register for all programs by visiting our website or calling our office at 336.883.3469.
Fitness & Exercise
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP) (Ages 50+)
We are pleased to offer a low-impact recreational exercise program with a brief educational component that may help those with arthritis at all activity levels improve functional ability, self-confidence, self-care, mobility, muscle strength and coordination. Registration is required.
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
Mondays, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
now - May 20, June 3 - 24, $20 per person, per four-week session
Pickleball for Seniors (Ages 50+)
Learn a new sport or sharpen your skills! Pickleball is easy for beginners to learn but can develop into a fast-paced and competitive game for experienced players. Participants need to have good balance and agility and be able to move quickly on the court. Preregistration is required.
Morehead Recreation Center
Tuesdays and Thursdays, now - May 30, 1 - 2:30 p.m. Free
Chair Yoga (Ages 50+)
Participants will work on improving flexibility and strength, focus on improving balance in standing poses and developing mindfulness and relaxation techniques. We will learn seated and standing positions for strength and balance, then practice stretching and a brief relaxation and meditation period to conclude the session. Participants should be able to maintain both seated and standing positions with the assistance of a chair.
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center Thursdays, May 2 - June 27, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. $20 per person, per month
AHOY Exercise (Ages 50+)
Our AHOY exercise program is a chair-based, low-impact movement class designed for all levels of fitness. Routines include stretching, range of motion and strength-building exercises - plus a little bit of dancing!
Morehead Recreation Center
Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 2 - Aug. 28, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free
Senior Yoga (Ages 50+)
The practice of yoga offers a multitude of benefits. It helps with breathing and posture, as well as meditation to integrate your mind. Stretching, bending and balancing help align the head, neck and spine. Yoga can also stimulate the circulatory system while keeping muscles and joints strong and flexible. Studies show that yoga may help reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering blood pressure and anxiety levels. It induces relaxation and can be useful in pain management. Registration is required for this program. Beginners are welcome!
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
Mondays and Thursdays, May 2 - June 27, 11 a.m. - noon
$40 per month
Beginners Ballet for Seniors (Ages
50+)
Ballet is an excellent source of exercise for seniors! Incorporating the basic concepts of ballet, this program can offer a unique source of fitness and balance solutions. Chairs will be used for stability when necessary.
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
Tuesdays, May 7 - Aug. 27, 9 - 10 a.m.
$30 per person, per month
Allen Jay Walkers Club (Ages 50+)
This program provides space for adults to safely walk and socialize with friends as they improve overall health and wellness through exercise.
Allen Jay Recreation Center
Mondays and Wednesdays, May 13 - June 26, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Free
Drums Alive Golden Beats (Ages 50+)
The rhythmic patterns of the drum increase synchronization of brain wave activity, increase endorphins and decrease negative feelings. This evidenced-based program, specially designed for the senior population, is taught by a Drums Alive Golden Beats certified instructor. Registration is required. Please contact the Senior Center at 336.883.3584.
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
Wednesdays and Fridays, 3 - 4 p.m.
May 22 - June 28
$50 per person, per six-week session
Deep River Walkers (All Ages)
Don't like walking alone? We offer a walking group to help you maintain a healthier lifestyle; all ages and paces are welcome. Please contact us at 336.883.3407 for more details.
Deep River Recreation Center
Wednesdays, May 1 - June 5, 6 - 8 p.m.
Free
Outdoor Adventure & Nature Education
Youth Fishing Derby (Ages 1 - 15)
This free program incorporates hands-on activities that teach youth up to age 15 about fishing skills. After training, youth can participate in a fishing tournament to hone their newlylearned skills. T-shirts are provided for the first 80 kids. Prizes are drawn throughout the day, and trophies are awarded in three age groups to those catching the biggest fish, the smallest fish and the most fish. Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. Oak Hollow Marina
Saturday, June 8, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Free
Creek Week Lakeshore Trail Walk (Ages 6+)
Discover the plants and animals that like the wet and wild side of life as we walk along the Bill Faver Lake Shore Trail. We will get up close to a beaver lodge, dip our nets to collect macroinvertebrates, fish and tadpoles and scan the shoreline for herons, ducks and kingfishers. Participants need to dress for outdoor adventure.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Tuesday, June 4, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Free
Mighty Explorers (Ages 13 - 17)
Get your teen in the glorious outdoors! They will have the opportunity to see and enjoy the amazing natural resources that High Point and North Carolina have to offer in a safe, fun group environment.
Allen Jay Recreation Center
Saturday, May 18, 2 - 4:30 p.m., Ultimate Climbing Gym
$10 per person
Saturday, June 15, 9 - 11:30 a.m., Kayaking at Oak Hollow
$5 per person
Saturday, July 20, 9 - 11:30 a.m., Compass Mapping
$5 per person
International Migratory Bird Day (Ages 13+)
One of the most fascinating miracles in the natural world is bird migration. No mention of migration is complete without recognizing the tremendous migratory feat of the arctic tern. Flying 60,000 miles each year, this Olympian migrates from one end of the earth to the other and then miraculously returns to its exact location of departure. This program takes place on International Migratory Bird Day and highlights the extraordinary feat of bird migration. Heading into the woods to identify migrants and resident bird species will conclude this engaging event.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Saturday, May 11, 9 - 11:30 a.m.
Free
Cicada Slumber: The Great Emergence (Ages 13+)
Have you heard about the big emergence? After spending 13 years living under the ground, this summer, the 13-year cicada (referred to as Brood XIX) will claw its way to the surface by the thousands and change into a quite bizarrelooking adult. Often they create an almost deafening sound as they make this amazing transition. Discover what factors led to this very unusual life cycle as we learn more about Brood XIX cicadas through a presentation and hands-on activities, including an outdoor walk in search of some cicadas to catch and examine more closely.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Saturday, June 8, 9 - 11:30 a.m.
Free
Flying Dragons: The Lives of Dragonflies (Ages 14+)
Zipping around ponds and lakes and flying with great speed and agility over fields and through the woods, dragonflies are a marvel of nature. They spend their first months as nondragonfly looking larvae and then transform into impressive adults capable of great speed as they effortlessly snatch other insects out of the air. They also come in an astonishing range of sizes, colors and behaviors. We will discuss the natural history of the dragonfly, then head to the field to catch and examine them closely.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Saturday, July 20, 9 - 11:30 a.m. Free
Sunrise Paddles (Ages 16+)
The early bird gets the worm! Enjoy a guided sunrise tour by kayak around beautiful Oak Hollow Lake. Participants must be 16 years of age to operate Oak Hollow Marina's kayaks. Registration is required in advance.
Oak Hollow Marina
Fridays, June 7, July 19, Aug. 9, 5:30 - 7 a.m.
$15 for a single kayak, $22 for tandem kayak, $6 if you bring your own.
Sunset Paddles (Ages 16+)
Enjoy a guided sunset tour around beautiful High Point City Lake by kayak, with the light of a full moon at its optimal phase.
High Point City Lake Park
Fridays, June 21, July 19, Aug. 16, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
$6 per person
You can register for all programs by visiting our website or calling our office at 336.883.3469.
Outdoor Adventure & Nature Education
Oak Hollow Fall Bass Tournament (Ages 16+)
Our Fall Bass Tourney is back at Oak Hollow Lake! Tournament participants will compete to catch five of the biggest largemouth bass for prize money. Payback is 100 percent of the entry fees. Entry fee is $100 per team plus $7 launch fee; launch fee is waived if you register by Oct. 12. There is also an optional $20 Big Fish Pot. Event is rain or shine! For more information, please call 336.883.3494.
Oak Hollow Marina
Saturday, Oct. 12, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$100 entry fee per team, plus $7 launch fee
Discovery Hike (Ages 18+)
At the height of birds singing, flowers blooming and insects humming, it is a great time to take a discovery hike on the trails to discover the spring season. Participants will also explore clues to past land use that are evident in the landscape of PEC. The morning hike takes place on the trails of the South Preserve, while the afternoon hike will explore the trails of the North Preserve. Advance registration is required for these walks. Register for one or both sessions.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Saturday, May 4, 9 - 11 a.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.
Free
Wildflowers, Birds and Mountains: A Weekend in the Blue Ridge (Ages 18+)
Spend the weekend hiking, floating the river, camping, botanizing and viewing wildlife in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Contact Piedmont Environmental Center for more information or to register.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Friday - Sunday, June 28 - 30, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. $250 per person
Moonlit Moth Mixer (Ages 18+)
Mingle with fellow nature enthusiasts, enjoy a moth-inspired dessert (yummy lemonade and pie), and learn about lepidoptera during PEC's observance of National Moth Week! Discover the diversity of moths attracted to our light station while you learn about their fascinating life cycles, importance as pollinators and other fascinating facts about these winged creatures of the night.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Friday, July 26, 8 - 10 p.m. $12 per person
A Natural History of Invasive Plants of the Piedmont (Ages 18+)
Invasive plants have become a serious threat to intact ecosystems, and a threat to many of our native species. These introduced plants often become difficult to eradicate, and they can seriously alter balanced, intact ecosystems. Many of these plants were intentionally planted for food, spices, medicines and for many other uses. Participants will learn to identify 20 invasive species and understand how they became a part of our landscape.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Saturday, Aug. 24, 9 - 11 a.m.
Free
Annual Wildflower Sale (All Ages)
Beautify your home garden, provide a food source to pollinators and support PEC's environmental education efforts when you participate in our annual wildflower sale! Over three dozen species of wildflowers have been sowed, and many have germinated in PEC's greenhouse. Purple coneflower, milkweed and black-eyed Susan are just a few of the many seedlings that will be available for 75 cents each. Friends of PEC members are welcome to purchase early on Friday, May 10 from 1 - 5 p.m. Any leftover seedlings will be available for sale at our event on National Trails Day, June 1.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m. - noon
Free to attend, seedlings are 75 cents each
Wild Track Finders (All Ages)
What’s that animal track? Do you ever wonder who left a track behind in your yard or along a trail? This family-friendly tracking adventure will take you onto the trails in search of tracks, where you will create a mold of the discovered track to take home. While our molds dry, we will head indoors to learn more about common animal tracks of the area. Each person will go home with an increased knowledge of the tracks in the area, along with a great mold keepsake.
Piedmont Environmental Center
Saturday, July 13, 9 - 11:30 a.m.
$5 per person
You can register for all programs by visiting our website or calling our office at 336.883.3469.
Special Interest
Paul Ciener Botanical Garden Trip (Ages 50+)
This lovely location features seven acres of themed gardens, including a visitor center and gift shop, connecting guests to the world of plants, gardening and horticulture. After our tour of the gardens, we will travel to the C&H Cafeteria for lunch. Program fee includes admission and transportation. Additional cost of lunch is on your own.
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
Thursday, May 9, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. $10 per person
Humana Healthcare Information Sessions (Ages 50+)
Learn more about healthcare options for older adults from a licensed agent! Light refreshments will be provided, along with giveaways.
Washington Terrace Community Center
Thursdays, May 9, June 13, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Free
Watermelon Social (Ages 50+)
We are going all in with our favorite summer time treat! Test your knowledge of this fruit in our trivia game, participate in a watermelon-themed craft and, of course, enjoy snacking on some delicious watermelon, too. This program is sponsored by HealthTeam Advantage; advance registration is required. Please register at the Senior Center or call 336.883.3584.
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
Friday, July 12, 1 - 2 p.m.
Free
Caregivers: An Alternative Day Program for Loved Ones (Ages 50 +)
Are you a caregiver seeking an alternative day program for your aging loved one? The Senior Center is partnering with Emmanuel Senior Enrichment Center, a state-certified adult day care and health center, to provide programs and care to frail and impaired adults who require daytime supervision. If interested, please register at the Senior Center or call 336.883.3584.
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
Wednesday, July 24, 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Free
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
The mission of the Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center is to provide a safe, accessible and well-maintained facility that provides recreation programs for the senior residents in the City of High Point. For more information on programs, please call 336.883.3584 or visit www.highpointnc.gov/pr.
Triple Play Canasta Mondays & Thursdays 1 - 4:30 p.m.
Facilities
Allen Jay Recreation Center
336.883.3509
1073 E. Springfield Road
Athletic Field Rentals
336.883.3480
136 Northpoint Ave.
Blair Park Golf Course
336.883.3497
1901 S. Main St.
Deep River Recreation Center
336.883.3407
1529 Skeet Club Road
Hedgecock Dog Park
336.883.3469
300 W. Parris Ave.
High Point Athletic Complex
336.883.3480
2920 School Park Road
High Point City Lake Park
336.883.3498
602 W. Main St., Jamestown
Morehead Recreation Center
336.883.3506
101 Price St.
Oak Hollow Campground
336.883.3492
3415 N. Centennial St.
Oak Hollow Golf Course
336.883.3260
3400 N. Centennial St.
Oak Hollow Marina
336.883.3494
3431 N. Centennial St.
Oak Hollow Park
336.883.3494
1841 Eastchester Drive
Oak Hollow Tennis Center
336.883.3493
3401 N. Centennial St.
Oakview Recreation Center
336.883.3508
503 James Road
Piedmont Environmental Center
336.883.8531
1220 Penny Road
Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center
336.883.3584
921 Eastchester Drive, Suite 1230
Southside Recreation Center
336.883.3504
401 Taylor Ave.
Recreation Centers Hours of Operation
Allen Jay, Deep River, Morehead & Oakview Recreation Centers
Washington Terrace Park & Community Center
336.883.8599
101 Gordon St.
Facility Spotlight Cedrow Park
1718 Cedrow Drive High Point, N.C. 27260
• Basketball Court
• Picnic Shelter
• Playground
• Regulation Baseball / Softball Field
• Restrooms
Facility Rentals
Picnic Shelters
Plan your next gathering at one of our shelters. Shelters are located at:
• Allen Jay Park
• Armstrong Park
• Cedrow Park
• Deep River Park
• Macedonia Park
• High Point City Lake Park
• Oak Hollow Park
• Washington Terrace Park
Call 336.883.3469 or scan the QR code for more information.
Indoor Facilities
Activity rooms, meeting rooms, gymnasiums and auditorium Indoor facilities are located at:
• Allen Jay Recreation Center
• Deep River Recreation Center
• Morehead Recreation Center
• High Point City Lake Park Meeting and Event Center
• Oak Hollow Marina
• Oakview Recreation Center
• Piedmont Environmental Center
• Southside Recreation Center
• Washington Terrace Community Center
Call 336.883.3469 or scan the QR code for more information.
Athletic Fields
High Point Parks & Recreation has a variety of athletic fields available for rentals when not in use for programming. Rental rates vary based on choice of field and use of field. Please visit our website to fill out a field rental request form and view rental rates.
Call 336.883.3469 or scan the QR code for more information.
Deep River Park Shelter
High Point City Lake Park Meeting and Event Center
