Parks Department > RECREATION AND ACTIVITIES

Recreation Division

Town Hall South
977 Hicksville Road
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 797-7945

The Recreation Division of the Town of Oyster Bay Parks Department offers a comprehensive, year-round recreation program, including softball leagues, physical fitness activities, Arts and Crafts, special events and more!

Looking for Summer Work?  Be a Summer Recreation Camp Counselor! Interviews begin in March.  For more information please call (516) 797-7945.



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Toddler Arts and Crafts Program- “Nourishing creative minds, one craft at a time”

Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center Community Room
1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage NY 11714

Hicksville Athletic Center
167 S. Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801

(516) 797-7945

This program is for children ages 2-4 and is open to resident children, as well as non-resident children who are accompanied by a TOB resident caregiver (ex. Grandparents/Nanny). Each class meets once per week and is 45 minutes long. Youngsters will learn to create the assigned daily craft while nourishing socialization skills, creativity, and communication skills. All children must have a parent or guardian present for the duration of the class.

Check back for our fall programs! Visit the parks portal at www.oysterbaytown.com/portal or call the Recreation office on more information on how to register (516) 797-7945.

Toddler Sports Program

The Town’s Toddler Sports Program is a fantastic way to teach your toddler the fundamentals of sports in a fun and social environment. Youngsters are given the opportunity to learn the basics of various different sports such as tee-ball, flag football and more along with children their own age.

For toddlers ages 3 and 4 years old – must be 3 at the start of the program
Hicksville Athletic Center
167 S. Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801

Check back for our fall programs! Visit the parks portal at www.oysterbaytown.com/portal or call the Recreation office on more information on how to register (516) 797-7945.

Annual Town of Oyster Bay Bluefish Tournament & Snapper Derby 

**Scheduled for September 15, 2024**

Fishing enthusiasts and their families are invited to participate in this time honored tradition! This fishing tournament is located in beautiful Oyster Bay Harbor and launches out of Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park and Beach in Oyster Bay. Whether it is skill, or a little bit of luck, fisherman will hunt the waters for the largest Bluefish caught with 12 hours on the clock. A weigh in and awards ceremony will greet you as you pull back to shore along with a BBQ tailgate and door prizes.

This event will also include a special Snapper Derby Tournament for children! Registration will begin August 5, 2024. For more information and registration please call (516) 797-7945.

Empire State Ride Long Island

**Scheduled for Saturday, June 8, 2024**

In partnership with Empire State Ride Long Island to host Long Island’s largest charitable bike ride to benefit cancer research. The event features three course lengths for riders of all ages and ability. All routes will begin on Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay, by the historic Oyster Bay Post Office. For those who can’t cycle but wish to attend and support the event, downtown Oyster Bay will also host a street fair, hosted in partnership with the Oyster Bay Main Street Association and Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce – as local businesses will line the streets with food, live music and fun activities for families. For more information please visit www.esrlongisland.com.

Runner’s Edge TOBAY Triathlon and Jr. Triathlon

**Scheduled for August 24 (junior triathlon) & August 25, 2024**

Athletes complete a rigorous three course event in the greater Oyster Bay area.  The Triathlon begins with a ½ mile swim in Oyster Bay Harbor, into a 15k bike course, and finishing up with a 5k run through the Town of Oyster Bay’s pristine gold coast. Registration begins in February. Junior athletes are encouraged to participate in the JR. Triathlon on the Saturday before this event. For more information please visit www.glirc.org or call (516) 797-7945.

Town of Oyster Bay Anti-Bullying & Walk for Autism

**Scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2024**

Participants will walk through scenic Bethpage Community Park in Bethpage and registrants will receive entrance to the post-walk tailgate party with refreshments and free T-shirts while supplies last. The walk will benefit Advantage Care Health Center’s Fay J. Lindner Center for Autism & Developmental Disabilities, one of the leading treatment and outpatient assessment programs for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders. For more information please call (516) 797-7945.

Supervisor’s 5K Run

**Scheduled for October 19, 2024**

Kick off the Oyster Festival weekend in October with an intermediate 3.1 mile run through Oyster Bay and Oyster Bay Cove.  Then indulge in all the goodies during the fest! For more information visit www.glirc.org or call (516) 797-7945.

Adult Programs

 

  • Fitness Programs
    • Registration will begin online at 5PM on Monday, May 13, 2024 for residents only
    • Registration will begin online at 9AM on Monday, May 20,2024 for non-residents
    • Fees for all fitness programs
      • Residents- $60
      • Non-Residents- $70
    • Location for all programs will be held at the Hicksville Athletic Center (167 S. Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801)
    • All programs are 10 weeks long
    • Ballroom Dancing begins on Saturday, July 6,2024 at 7PM
    • Cardio Kickboxing begins on Thursday, July 11,2024 at 7:30PM
    • Pilates begins on Monday, July 1, 2024 at 8PM
    • Yoga (Tuesday) begins on Tuesday, July 9,2024 at 7:30PM
    • Yoga ( Saturday) begins on Saturday, July 6,2024 at 9AM
    • Zumba ( Monday) begins on Monday, July 1,2024 at 6:45PM
    • Zumba ( Wednesday) begins on Wednesday, July 3,2024 at 7:30PM
  • Sports Programs
    • Registration will begin online at 5PM on Monday, May 13, 2024 for residents only
    • Registration will begin online at 9AM on Monday, May 20,2024 for non-residents
    • All programs are 10 weeks long
    • Fees :
      • Badminton, Basketball, Pickleball and Volleyball sessions
        • Residents $75.00
        • Non-Residents $100
      • Basketball pick up games
        • Residents $25.00
        • Non-Residents $40.00
    • Badminton Session 1
        • Begins on Tuesday, July 2,2024
        • Tuesday and Friday 8:45PM-10:05PM
        • Sunday 6:10PM-8:10PM
        • Location: Hicksville Athletic Center ( 167 S. Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801)
    • Badminton Session 2
        • Begins on Tuesday, July 2,2024
        • Tuesday and Friday 10:15PM-11:35PM
        • Sunday 8:20PM-10:20PM
        • Location: Hicksville Athletic Center (167 S. Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801)
    • Basketball
        • Begins on Saturday, July 6,2024
        • Thursday 9PM-10:30PM
        • Saturday and Sunday 8:15AM-10AM
        • Location: Hicksville Athletic Center ( 167 S. Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801)
    • Pickle ball Session 1
        • Begins Monday, July 1,2024
        • Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7AM-8:15AM
        • Location: Hicksville Athletic Center ( 167 S. Broadway, Hicksville NY 11801)
    • Pickle ball Session 2
        • Begins Tuesday, July 2,2024
        • Tuesday and Thursday 9AM-11:30AM
        • Location: Lenox Avenue Park ( 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714)
    • Pickle ball Session 3
        • Begins Wednesday, July 3,2024
        • Wednesday and Friday 9AM -11:30AM
        • Location: Garrick Williams Park ( Ritter Avenue, Massapequa NY 11758)
    • Pickle ball Session 4
        • Begins Tuesday, July 2,2024
        • Tuesday and Thursday 5PM-7:30PM
        • Location: Garrick Williams Park ( Ritter Avenue, Massapequa NY 11758)
    • Pickle ball Session 5
        • Begins Monday, July 1,2024
        • Monday and Wednesday 5PM-7:30PM
        • Location: Lenox Avenue Park ( 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage NY 11714)
    • Pickle ball Session 6
        • Begins Wednesday, July 3,2024
        • Wednesday and Friday 5PM-7:30PM
        • Location: Garrick Williams Park ( Ritter Avenue, Massapequa NY 11758)
    • Pickle ball Session 7
        • Begins Tuesday, July 2,2024
        • Tuesday and Thursday 9AM-11:30AM
        • Location: Garrick Williams Park ( Ritter Avenue, Massapequa NY 11758)
    • Volleyball Session 1
        • Begins Monday, July 1,2024
        • Monday and Wednesday 8:45PM-10:05PM
        • Saturday 6PM-8PM
    • Volleyball Session 2
        • Begins Monday, July 1,2024
        • Monday and Wednesday 10:15PM-11:35PM
        • Saturday 8:20PM-10:20PM
  • Pickle ball and Tennis Lessons for Adults
    • Registration will begin online at 5PM on Monday, May 13,2024
    • Registration will begin on line at 9AM on Monday, May  20, 2024 for non – residents
    • All lesion are 4 weeks long for 2 hours
    • Fees:
        • Residents- $75.00
        • Non- Residents- $100
    • I will have the schedule for lessons by tomorrow.

 

Children Programs

 

  • Basketball Program
    • Registration begins online at 9AM on Monday, July 20,2024
    • Boys and Girls divisions for grades 3 through 8
    • Includes 8 games throughout season with occasional practices
    • Season begins Monday, June 17,2024
    • Games can be held on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday
    • Times:
      • Grades 3 &4 | 5PM
      • Grades 5 & 6|6PM
      • Grades 7&8  |7PM
    • Locations may vary at the following:
      • Haypath Community Park- 11 Fairway Drive, Old Bethpage NY 11804
      • Plainview Old Bethpage Community Park- 175 Washington Avenue, Plainview NY 11803
      • Syosset Woodbury Community Park- 7800 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury NY 11797
    • Fees:
      • Residents: $85
      • Non-Residents: $100
    • Evaluations will take place at Haypath Community Park (11 Fairway Drive, Old Bethpage, NY 11804) on Saturday June 8,2024 and Sunday, June 9,2024 from 8:30AM-11AM
  • Tennis Program
    • Registration begins online at 9AM on Monday, June 3,2024
    • Co-ed for ages 5 through 15 years old
    • Includes 6 weeks
    • Children must provide their own racket and wear sneakers ONLY.
    • Classes are 50 minutes long
    • Fees:
      • Residents:$75
      • Non- Residents: $90
    • Location and age:
      • Allen Park -45 Motor Avenue, Farmingdale NY 11735
        • Ages 5 through 7 – 4PM-4:50PM or 5PM-5:50PM
        • Ages 8 through 11- 6PM-6:50PM or 7PM-7:50PM
      • Haypath Park- 11 Fairway Drive, Old Bethpage NY 11804
        • Ages 12 through 15- 4PM through 5:50PM or 6PM through 7:50PM
      • Syosset Woodbury Park- 7800 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury NY 11797
        • Ages 5 through 7- 4PM -4:50PM or 5PM-5:50PM
        • Ages 8 through 11- 6PM-6:50PM or 7PM-7:50PM