Skip to content

Parks and Recreation

561 Main Street South
Southbury, CT 06488
Maps and Directions
P:(203) 262-0633
Monday - Thursday:
8:00am - 4:30pm
Fri: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Parks and Recreation News


4/5/2024 - Parks and Recreation In-House Programs

DIY Clubhouse

slime lab

The Parks and Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for ages 5 and up. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!

These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building - Multipurpose Room.

SLIME LAB (Ages 5 & up)

All participants will be able to make 2 different types of slime to take home. Participants can add scents, colors, charms and/or little pieces of décor.

  • Parks and Rec Clubhouse - Slime Lab | Ages 5+ | Tuesday, 4/23 | 6:00pm-6:45pm | Register by 4/16 - Details and Registration

TIE DYE LAB (Ages 3 & up)

All participants will be able to make a tie-dye shirt to take home. We provide the shirt and all materials. Children ages 3-6 must have a parent/guardian on-site with them to help with the shirt folds and assist with dying. Our instructors will demonstrate different ways to fold a shirt and provide assistance when applicable. Participants will get to take home their tie dye shirt in a bag, with instructions on washing.

Please come dressed down (in clothes to get messy). If you get tie-dye on your clothes or shoes, it will stain!

  • Parks and Rec Clubhouse – Tie-Dye Lab | Ages 3+ | Monday, 5/13 | 4:30pm-5:15pm | Register by 5/6 - Details and Registration

pokemon go logo; credit: pokemon go
Credit: Pokemon Go

Calling all Southbury area Pokémon Trainers!

Pokémon Go Raid Hours are back! Sit comfortably in a bus with your fellow trainers and let us drive you to local Raids to battle as a team! Tour will stop at a minimum of 7 gyms during Raid Hour before returning to Parks and Rec, please ensure you have the in-game items ready to go. (Reach out with any questions on requirements for participation.)

Tours will leave from the Parks and Recreation building (561 Main Street South Southbury) at 5:55pm PROMPTLY. Please arrive on time at 5:45pm to get settled on the bus.

  • Pokémon Bus Tour: Raid Hour | Ages 12+ | 5:45pm-7:15pm - Details and Registration
    • Kartana | Wednesday, 4/10 | Registration open until program start!
    • Tapu Bulu | Wednesday, 4/24 | Register by 2/22

We are always updating the tour and encourage feedback and suggestions. Please reach out to our Recreation Coordinator, Sara, at spanaccio@southbury-ct.gov with any ideas!

Sign up for the mailing list to show your interest in this type of event and to be the first to know when the next Tour is announced! Due to the nature of the game - tours will be announced very close to the event dates, joining our mailing list is the best way to ensure you'll be able to join us!


In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Sign up for updates

To receive e-alerts from the Parks and Recreation Department, please register at e-Alerts Signup page.