We constantly strive to enrich the lives of our residents, serve as stewards of Town resources, and foster a sense of community by providing diverse, accessible and valued parks, facilities and recreation programs. Parks and Recreation offers physical and leisurely activities for the community, supports the local arts, and collaborates with virtually every community group, building cooperation and cohesiveness in Herndon and the surrounding communities. 

The department oversees the operation of the Herndon Community Center. The year-round center offers a comprehensive recreation program and encompasses multi-purpose rooms, gymnasium, three racquetball courts, fitness facility and training studio, catering kitchen, and arts and crafts room. The aquatics facility includes an eight-lane, 25-yard indoor swimming pool, diving and instructional areas, spa, sauna, shower, and lockers. The indoor tennis center operates October through April and includes three tennis courts for reserved play, leagues, lessons, and other activities. 

The department also oversees the operation of eleven neighborhood parks. 

Herndon Parks and Recreation Department was awarded the highest honor in the parks and recreation field, the Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Parks and Recreation Management by the American Academy for Parks and Recreation Administration (AAPRA) in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) on four occasions, most recently in 2008 (previously in 1981, 1991, and 2001). The department was also a finalist in the competition in 1990 and 2007. Click here to see our Gold Medal Award Video.

The Town of Herndon is the third largest town in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is found in Northern Virginia, contained within Fairfax County and adjacent to Loudoun County. The town is situated in close proximity to Dulles Airport.