Recreation

Winter Festivities

Upland Recreation and Community Services hosts a number of Winter Special Events & Activities, bringing the community together for exciting, fun-filled experiences for the whole family. 

For additional information, please contact Upland Recreation and Community Services at (909) 931-4280.

Home For The Holidays House Decorating Contest

Let's Light Up Upland With Holiday Spirit!  

Thank you again to our Upland residents for their entries in our 2024 "Home For The Holidays" Home Decorating Contest!  The Recreation and Community Services Division elves have judged all of the wonderfully decorated houses and have made their decisions regarding the three categories: Most Whimsical, Holiday Spirit, and Merry & Bright. Each winner will receive a commemorative yard stake as a keepsake.
 
The holiday fun continues...From Monday, December 16 through Thursday, December 19 at 4:00 p.m., it will be your chance to vote for "Fan Favorite"!  To vote, visit the FB event page at "Home For The Holidays" Home Decorating Contest Fan Favorite ContestView the three houses posted under "Discussion".  Click the "like" button for the house that is your favorite.  The house with the most likes at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 19 will win! The winner will be announced by 5:00 p.m. and will be awarded a special gift!

Walk A Hound, Lose A Pound

Saturdays, January 11-February 22
8:30 a.m.
Meet At Magnolia Recreation Office, 651 W. 15th Street, Upland
FREE To Participate

There has never been a better time to commit or recommit to helping your family, friends, and pups lead active and healthier lives!  During the months of January and February, Upland Recreation and Community Services is encouraging you to "Walk A Hound, Lose A Pound", with the hopes that we can help you reach some of your fitness goals in the New Year and remember that fitness can be fun!  No matter your age or fitness level, let's get moving!  Your body will thank you and your pup will be excited to spend additional time with you!  The "Walk A Hound, Lose A Pound", group will meet each Saturday morning at the Magnolia Recreation Center located at 651 W. 15th Street, Upland. We'll head out on 15th Street an stride up the Euclid Median, gradually increasing distance each week. Join for free and bring a friend or family member, along with your pup! Each 1/2 mile walked with us will earn an entry for a chance to win prizes!  Let's grab that leash and get walking!  *Pups are not required, but encouraged to attend.

To register, please visit Walk A Hound, Lose A Pound.

Swiftie Winter Skate Party

Friday, January 17
5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Ontario Ice Skating Center, 1225 W. Holt Blvd., Ontario
Ages:  5-16 Yrs
$25 Per Person

Calling all Swifties! Lace up your ice skates and glide into a magical evening inspired by the queen of catchy tunes! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, don't miss out on this opportunity to skate, sing, and bond with other Swifties.  Friendship bracelet craft and snack included.

To register, please visit Swiftie Winter Skate Party.

Virtual Bingo Game Night!

Thursday, January 23

Virtual Games Via Zoom
6:30 p.m.
Ages:  18 Yrs & Older
FREE!

Spend your Thursday evening with Upland Recreation and Community Services for an evening of fun and prizes! Multiple games will be played. Play for a chance to win prizes from the comfort of your own home!  To register, please visit Virtual Bingo Game Night.

Kids' Night Out: Kids In The Kitchen

Saturday, January 25
5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Gibson Senior Center, 250 N. Third Avenue, Upland
Ages:  5-12 Yrs
$30 Per Child/$20 Per Sibling

Kids, get ready for a fun-filled "Kids In The Kitchen", an evening cooking adventure created just for you!  "Kids In The Kitchen" offers hands-on recipes, basic food preparation skills, measuring and safety lessons in the kitchen, along with the opportunity to learn easy, fun, and tasty treats that can be made at home.  No need to pack a dinner for tonight - throughout the course of the evening, the little chefs will enjoy their own tasty hand-made treats, along with fun games & activities, an evening movie, and possible craft projects, should time permit.  Parents, take this opportunity to check out a new restaurant, enjoy a movie, or enjoy quiet time spent at home, with the confidence in knowing that your child will be well taken care of by our friendly, trained Recreation staff.

Register early...this fun-filled opportunity will fill up fast!  To register, please visit Kids' Night Out: Kids In The Kitchen.

"Take & Make" Valentine Craft Kits

Register Through Sunday, February 2
Pick-Up Wednesday, February 5
Magnolia Recreation Center, 651 W. 15th Street, Upland
$11 Per Kit
All Ages Welcome

Upland Recreation and Community Services is excited to continue our partnership with The Sawdust Factory to provide "Take & Make" Valentine's Day Craft Kits for kids of all ages!  Yes, adulst are included, too!  Each craft kit created exclusively for Upland Recreation and Community Services participants contains a Valentine's Day themed wood cut-out, paint, and paint brush. All that's needed is your creativity and perhaps some glue and Sharpie marker to provide a personal touch from the comfort of your own home!

To register, please visit "Take & Make" Valentine Craft Kits With The Sawdust Factory.

Bone Appetit! Date With Your Doggie

Saturday, February 1
11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.
Wicked Cow, 131 W. Foothill Blvd., #1, Upland

Celebrate your canine today - a perfect way to show how "mutts" you are about them!  Enjoy a "paws-itively" delicious lunch or dinner with your canine and a portion of the daily sales will be donated to Upland Animal Shelter.  Please show a copy of the social media/website advertisement or flyer. 

Virtual Bingo Game Night

Thursday, February 27
Virtual Games Via Zoom
6:30 p.m.
Ages:  18 Yrs & Older
FREE!

Spend your Thursday evening with Upland Recreation and Community Services for an evening of fun and prizes! Multiple games will be played. Play for a chance to win prizes from the comfort of your own home!  To register, please visit Virtual Bingo Game Night.

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Upland
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460 N. Euclid Avenue
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 931-4100

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.