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July 2024 Activities Newsletter

July is Parks and Recreation Month 

This year's theme, "Where You Belong," honors the numerous ways park and recreation professionals foster a sense of belonging in their communities by providing welcoming and inclusive activities. Check out our Special Events Calendar to view dates and times for activities like the July 4th Drone Show, Inclusive Storytime, Family Fun Night at the Park to engage with your community and discover your place in it. Want to spend more time with us? Check out our classes, camps and activities to pick up a new hobby, new skill or revisit your passion.

4th of July Drone Show

Thursday, July 4 • Baylands Park Great Meadow  Come celebrate America’s Independence Day with Sunnyvale's community. Join us for an aerial drone show! Bring a flashlight or headlamp to safely walk in the dark. Parking is first come, first served. Carpool is encouraged. Bike Valet parking available.  6:30 p.m. - Free parking opens   7 p.m. - Live DJ begins   9:15 p.m. - 10 minute show begins     Sunset is approximately 8:20 p.m. The park will immediately close upon the conclusion of the show. For more information, call 408-730-7350 or visit Sunnvale.ca.gov, search "drone show."

Upcoming Camps in July

It’s not too late to join us for some summer camp fun! Check out our offerings July 1 through Aug. 9. Register now before spots fill up.

Traditional Camps

• Camper Cubs - Age 5
• Camp Quest - Ages 6-7
• Camp Voyager - Ages 8-10
• Camp Xscape - Ages 10-12

Dance Camps

• Frozen Fun Dance Camp – Ages 3-6
• Princess Dance Camp – Ages 3-6
• Dance Camp –Ages 5-8

Sports Camps

• Gymnastics Camp– Ages 3-15
• Skyhawks Flag Football Camp - Ages 6-12
• Karate & Self Defense Camp– Ages 8-17

STEM Camps

• Jet Cadets Camp – Ages 6-11
• Theme Park Engineering Camp – Ages 6-12
• MakeCode Game Design Camp – Ages 8-12

Outdoor Sports Assessment Survey

We want your opinion! Sunnyvale's active community has an increased demand for outdoor spaces to play and we want to make sure we meet your needs. Complete our online survey to tell us which sports and amenities you want added or improved by July 31.

Summer Events for the Whole Family

Family Fun Nights July 11, 18 & 27 • 7 p.m. • Lakewood Park • FREE Join us for family night at the park! Each event will feature a different performer. No registration is necessary to attend. View the event calendar for more details. Inclusive Storytime Fair Oaks Park Magical Bridge Playground • FREE Individuals of all ages and abilities are invited to enjoy a story in our all-inclusive Magical Bridge Playground. Inclusive Storytimes in English Wednesday, July 3 • 4 to 4:30 p.m. (English) Friday, July 12 • 4 to 4:30 p.m. (Spanish)

Free Monthly Legal Clinic

Columbia Neighborhood Center in partnership with Asian Law Alliance hosts FREE legal clinics where you can consult with an attorney about immigration, housing, public benefits or family law legal issues. Consultations average 30 minutes. Appointments required. 

To register, contact CNC, 408-730-7800 or CNC@sunnyvale.ca.gov.

Special Event Permits

Are you planning a summertime gathering? You may need a permit! If your event includes one or more of the following components, you must submit a special event permit application: Open to the public Large attendance anticipated Community event, carnival, or festival Hosting carnival games or petting zoo Profit or revenue sharing Reserving 3+ Baylands picnic areas or Great Meadow Area Closure of streets Applications are due at least eight weeks before the event date. We look forward to helping you make your event a success! Questions? Please call 408-730-7350 or email specialevents@sunnyvale.ca.gov

Closed for 4th of July

City facilities will be closed Thursday, July 4 for Independence Day. Normal hours and operations will resume on Friday, July 5.

Quick Links

Classes and Activities Registration

Special Events

Sunnyvale Aquatics

Apply for a Sunnyvale Recreation Job

Recreation Scholarship Program

Contact Us

Sunnyvale Recreation
Email Sunnyvale Recreation
408-730-7350
Sunnyvale.ca.gov