Wayne Owens Memorial Gymnasium
Coach Owens is known as a Valdese basketball legend. His contributions to students in the community serve as a fond memory for many still today. With your help, Coach Owen’s memory will be celebrated and never forgotten.
Aquatics & Fitness Center
The Valdese Aquatics and Fitness Center provides recreational and exercise facilities for members and walk-in visitors on a year-round basis.
Athletics
The Valdese Recreation Department offers a variety of athletic programs for youth annually. Signup information can be found by clicking below or by calling 828-879-2132
Bowling Center
The Valdese Bowling Center is the only bowling center in Burke County. It has eight wooden lanes and automatic scoring. We provide house balls and shoe rentals, and Lane Sharks, our in-house bowling pro and shop, can provide custom ball work and other bowling accessories. During the fall and winter, we offer league bowling Monday-Thursday evenings and a youth bowling program on Saturday mornings in the winter.
Special Events
The Valdese Recreation Department hosts a variety of special events each year. Annual events include swim meets, the Waldensian Footrace & Fun Run, and McGalliard Falls Fun Fish Day.
Parks
Valdese is home to numerous parks. The town welcomes you to enjoy many outdoor experiences from splash pads to paddleboarding. Follow the link below to learn about all Valdese parks.
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Located at 312 Massel Avenue (GPS - 35.740221,-81.55977), the Valdese Recreation Department offers a wide range of facilities and activities to the citizens of Valdese and the surrounding area. The department sponsors several special classes and activities for youth and adults. The recreation department oversees five facilities: Valdese Community Center, McGalliard Falls Park, Children's Park, Fletcher Ballpark, and Tiger Gym.
The Department is based in the Valdese Community Center, which also houses bowling lanes, a dedicated party room, a snack bar and grill, a fitness center, locker rooms, a gymnasium, and staff offices. WIFI is available throughout the facility. Also located on the grounds are two lighted tennis courts and a year-round swimming pool (enclosed from mid-September through early May.)
Tiger Gym, behind the Old Rock School, is used for basketball and Futsal (Indoor Soccer). Also located at the gym complex is a lighted walking track and football field used by the Recreation Department teams.
Update on the Jimmy C. Draughn Aquatic Center Pool and Structure:
The Town of Valdese Parks and Recreation Staff, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Town Council are all working diligently to implement a solution for our aquatics facility.
Please check the schedule page or the Town of Valdese facebook page for information on potential closings due to weather.
2013 Valdese Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Development Plan
C.O.R.E. (Creating Outdoor Recreational Economies) Strategic Plan - 2023
Looking to Advertise with our Youth Athletics? Consider our Banners at the Ballparks Program! - Find out more here
 David Andersen Recreation Director |
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Jonathan Carter Athletic Supervisor |
Stephanie Walton Administrative Assistant |
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Aquatics & Fitness Center 828-874-6737 |
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