Happy New Year from Chaska Parks and Recreation!

As we begin a new year, our department wants to thank you for your participation and support of our programs, services and events that promote health and wellness. Whether you join as a new member at the Chaska Community Center, explore a new interest like art or curling, or attend one of our free community events, we hope to see you this coming year!

Our mission is to serve the community. Our vision is to create lifelong memories and a healthier community for ALL to enjoy. We look forward to continuing these efforts in 2025!

Chaska Parks and Recreation Winter 2025 Activity Guide

View the Winter 2025 Activity Guide

January Programs:

Adaptive: Open Gym, Open Art (Jan. 9 & 27), Open Swim (Jan. 12), Floor Hockey (Jan. 11), Dance (Jan. 25)
Preschool: Treks & Trails Preschool, Rookie Sports, Junior Explorers (Jan. 6), Gymnastics, Parent's Night Out (Jan. 10 & 24), Music Together (Jan. 10)
Youth: Junior Curling (Jan. 4), Homeschool Gym (Jan. 16), Slime Lab w/Kidcreate Studio (Jan. 20), Kids Day Out (Jan. 21), Juniors Indoor Pickleball Ladder League (Jan. 23)
Teen: CPR/First Aid (Jan. 8), After School Art (Jan. 14), Juniors 3-on-3 Pickup Basketball (Jan. 16), Juniors Indoor Pickleball Ladder League (Jan. 23), Book Club (Jan. 28)
Adult: Year in Review Workout (Jan. 4), Larger Bodied Athletes (Jan. 7), CPR/First Aid (Jan. 8), Aqua Fit (Jan. 9), Painting Workshop (Jan. 11), Men's Hockey League (Jan. 12), New Year, New You (Jan. 13), Intro to Strength Training (Jan. 12), Pottery (Jan. 14 or 16), Women's Volleyball League (Jan. 21), Co-Rec Volleyball (Jan. 22), Racquetball League (Jan. 27)
AOA (55+)/The Lodge: Beginner Bridge Classes (Jan. 10), Box Lunch Bingo (Jan. 13), Parkinson's Disease 101 (Jan. 15), DIY Craft: Rustic Snowman (Jan. 22)
View Lodge News and Calendar of Events
All Ages: Pickleball, Swim Lessons, Skate Lessons, Tae Kwon Do, Personal Training, Learn to Curl, Curling Night Out

Chaska Parks and Recreation Winter Teen Schedule- Register at chaskamn.gov

Register for Teen Programs

NEW! After-school Art

Dates: January 14, February 13 and March 11; 4:00-5:30pm; Chaska Community Center
Ages 11-15; Led by Chaska High School Key Club Students
January 14: Theme- Slimy, Sticky, Gooey Crafts
Register for After School Art

Treks and Trails Preschool Open House, Tuesday, January 7 from 5:00-6:00pm at the Chaska Community Center

Kids Day Out-Sledding, Pizza, Swimming!

Tuesday, January 21; 9:00am-4:00pm
Chaska Community Center
Ages 6-12
Join us for a no school day filled with sledding, hot cocoa, art activities, pizza lunch and swimming!
Register for Kids Day Out

Chaska Community Center Open House, Saturday, January 11, 10:00am-1:00pm

Chaska: Remember When...
Hosted by the Chaska Historical Society, the current exhibit at the Chaska Community Center Art Gallery showcases Chaska's rich and vibrant history. View photographs that will take you back a few years and leave you wanting to learn more about this amazing community. You are invited to come and check it out!
The Community Center Art Gallery is open to the public during normal building hours.
Learn more about the Chaska Historical Society and the various programs, exhibits and activities they provide to the community.

Picture of an old building in Chaska Minnesota

Chaska Parks and Recreation Scholarship Program

in Honor of Nick Mason
Available to Chaska and Carver residents, this program supports individuals in their participation in City of Chaska Parks and Recreation programs and services to promote overall health and wellness. Program benefit allows for 50% off fees.
View full scholarship details or complete an application online.

Interested in making a contribution to the scholarship program?
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