Parks Alive

Courtenay parks come alive this summer

This July and August, neighbourhood parks across Courtenay will transform into vibrant community gathering spaces filled with free activities, music, games, creativity and connection. Bring a lawn chair, bring a friend or just drop by and see what’s happening in your neighbourhood.

At a glance

  • Dates: Starting Tuesday, July 7
  • Cost: Free
  • Locations: Parks across Courtenay
  • What to expect: Activities, fitness and community fun

Weekly park schedules

Harmston Park 

  • Tuesdays, 3 – 6 p.m.
  • Full schedule coming soon

Woodcote Park 

  • Thursdays, 3 – 6 p.m. with live music from 4 – 6 p.m.
  • Full schedule coming soon

Hawk Glen Park 

  • Wednesdays, 3 – 6 p.m.
  • Full schedule coming soon

Fitness and wellness programs

Riverside fit park orientations with Juan

  • Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
  • July 6 – August 24
  • 10 – 11:30 a.m.
  • No sessions on stat holidays 

July fitness schedule

Cousins Park

Yoga in the park

Unwind with Susan Obieglo. Bring a yoga mat and dress for the weather.

  • July 6 and 13
  • 6 – 7 p.m.

Chi Kung (Qi Gong)

Relaxing movement and breathing practice led by Tom Haber.

  • July 7
  • 10 – 11 a.m.

Idiens Park

Kung Fu (Beginner Friendly)

Learn striking, grappling, and evasive techniques.

  • July 9
  • 2 – 3:15 p.m.

Lewis Park outdoor stage

Line dancing

Want to give dancing a try? Join Darlene and Ruth for a beginner level, family friendly introduction to the fun and fitness benefits of line dancing. Learn easy dances suitable for any level, no experience necessary.

  • Tuesdays, July 7 – 28
  • 7 – 8 p.m.

Morning ride

A motivating spin session that builds endurance, focus and energy for the day ahead. Meet in the activity room.

  • Tuesdays
  • 6 – 7 a.m.

Simms Millennium Park

Zen Reset

Pause, breathe and reset with this meditation break. Recharge your mind and body, and leave refreshed.

  • Wednesdays, July 8 – 29
  • 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.

Play boxes are coming!

Three play boxes are coming soon to:

  • Harmston Park
  • Woodcote Park
  • Glen Hawk Park

These are supported by Active Comox Valley and Robbins & Company. More details available on the Active Comox Valley website.

Featured park of the week

Coming soon

Get involved

Do you have something you want to share with your community? Whether you're a hobby enthusiast, a lemonade stand connoisseur, or simply have a great idea, we'd love to hear from you! 

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