Town of Rogersville

Here you will find a listing of the facilities, sports, special events, and ongoing activities provided by Rogersville Parks and Recreation. The Parks and Recreation Office can be reached at 423-272-2545 (fax number is 423-272-2201). The City Pool can be reached at 423-272-3367.

Facilities

Rogersville City Park
Consists of forty-two acres of recreational facilities including: three pavillions, four lighted tennis courts, five small picnic shelters, multi-purpose field with stage, walking/jogging trail, playground, fishing (duck pond), outdoor basketball courts, horseshoe pits, six baseball/softball fields, public swimming pool, and sand volleyball court. See below for rental prices.

Swift Mini Park
Five acre park located on Hasson Street with an outdoor basketball court, picnic shelter, playground area, picnic tables, horseshoe pits, open play area, and walking/jogging trail.

Greenhouse
18x36 facility used for growing plants, etc. for beautification of various grounds (including the parks) throughout Rogersville.

Facility Rentals

City Park Building
Cost is $12.50 per hour plus a refundable $100.00 damage deposit - call for availability. Not available on major holidays. Must be reserved in advance.

City Park Pavillion
March 15 - November 15: these pavillions are available on a daily basis at a cost of $50.00 per day. Must be reserved in advance. Not available Heritage Days weekend or during the Fourth of July celebration.

City Park Stage
Cost is $25.00 with a $50.00 refundable damage deposit. Must be reserved in advance. Not available Heritage Days weekend or during the Fourth of July celebration.

Rogersville City Pool Information

The Rogersville City Pool opens Memorial Day weekend. It operates on a limited schedule in August.

Daily Admission - $3.00 - Season passes are avaiable, check for price

Pool Parties
25 people or less - $50.00
26-50 people - $75.00
51-99 people - $100.00
100 people and over - $150.00
Lifeguards are $8.00 per hour additional to the pool rental fee - 1 required for every 25 people, minimum of 2 present at every party.

Swimming Lessons
$30.00 for a two-week session. Check for dates and availability at Park Office.

Diaper Dunkers (ages 3 and under)
$15.00 for a one-week session. A parent/adult must get into the pool with the participants. Check for dates and availability at Park Office.

Ongoing Activities

Music Junction
Musicians / entertainers get together weekly at the Park Building on Thursdays from 7-10 PM. Free and open to the public.

Sports

Youth Baseball & Softball
Offered to boys and girls ages 5-15
Fee - $30.00
Registration takes place in February / early March
Age cut-off dates: Girls - December 31 of previous year / Boys - April 30 of current year

Flag Football
Offered to boys and girls ages 5-7
Fee - $30.00
Registration takes place in August

Youth Cheerleading
Offered to girls ages 5-8
Fee - $30.00
Registration takes place in August

Youth Basketball
Offered to boys and girls ages 5-15
Fee - $30.00
Registration takes place in October

Pop Warner Tackle Football
Offered to boys ages 7-11
Fee - $45.00
Registration takes place in August

Special Events

Easter Egg Hunt
Boys and girls ages 1-9
Free - Held annually, check for dates

James Gang Carnival
All ages
Held annually the first of June, check for dates

Three-on-three Basketball Tournament
2 age divisions - 17 and younger; 18 and older
Fee - $30.00
Held annually in conjunction with the Fourth of July Celebration at Rogersville CIty Park outdoor tennis courts. Prizes awarded to winners.

Hall of Hame Event
Free - Open to public
Held in late summer on the outside stage to recognize outstanding department volunteers and induct them into the Hall of Fame.

Halloween Pumpkin Hunt
Boys and girls ages 1-9
Free - held annually, check for dates

Hot Shot Shoot-Out
Free - Held annually for youth league players.
Tests skills in 3-point, dribbling, and free throws. Prizes awarded.

Trees in the Park
Held annually in December. Trees decorated by community organizations / clubs / churches.