Jazz Sip & Paint PostponedJazz Sip & Paint, originally scheduled for Sat., May 30, 2026, has been postponed due to inclement weather. Stay tuned for further updates on this event. #ClaytonConnected
Parents Night OutClayton County Parks and Recreation presents: Parents Night Out May Series. This event will be held on the following Fridays: May 1st, May 8th, May 15th, May 22nd
and May 29th, 2026, from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Lake Spivey Recreation Center; 2300 Walt Stephens Road Jonesboro, GA 30236. There will be a fee of $20 per child, aged 5-14.- Celebrating 5 Splash-Tastic Years!
SSOS Inaugural Food Truck Cook OffJuly 18, 2026
12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Clayton County International Park2300 Walt Stephens Road
Jonesboro, Ga 30236Free General Admission
Competition fee: $275 per truckLive cooking battles, tasting stations and family fun.
The 2026 Fishing DerbyWhere: Clayton County International Park,
2300 Hwy. 138 in Jonesboro (at the Upper Lake)Time: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Upper Lake.When: Saturday, July 11, 2026 for free.Open to all ages, showcase your fishing skills and compete for prizes awarded for the largest catfish and bass. Be sure to bring your own fishing poles and bait, come ready for a fun day by the lake!For more information, contact Amiya.Law@claytoncountyga.gov. #ClaytonConnected
Fundamentals of VolleyballAges 8-12Mondays from 5:00PM - 6:00PMCost: Residents: $ 50 Non Residents: $80Join us for Fundamentals of Volleyball atVirginia Burton Gray Recreation Center
1475 East Fayetteville Road
Riverdale GA 30274.Registration is available starting Monday, May 4, 2026, in
person or register online.#ClaytonConnected
2026 Lifeguard Certification ClassesInterested participants must attend one of the following 3-day class series: April 10, 2026 - April 12, 2026 / April 24, 2026 - April 26, 2026 / May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026 / May 15, 2026 - May 17, 2026 / August 7, 2026 - August 9, 2026 / August 21, 2026 - August 23, 2026 / September 18, 2026 - September 20, 2026 / October 2, 2026 - October 4, 2026For more information, contact DeAndre Burton at
DeAndre.Burton@claytoncountyga.gov or 770-472-8090.
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Mission
The mission of the Clayton County Parks and Recreation Department is to foster leisure activities, pursuits and experiences through the provision of a safe and well maintained park system, comprehensive and affordable recreation programs and facilities to the residents of Clayton County.
Vision
Clayton County Department of Parks and Recreation strives to engage and connect communities through people, parks and programs by providing a diverse offering of events and activities within our parks and facilities while enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Clayton County.



