Sports and Recreation Programming
The Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to offer a variety of recreational and leisure programs for Warwick Township residents and surrounding community members. Below is a listing of current recreational programs (dates and times are subject to change). A full program schedule is available for viewing on our events calendar page.
Everyone Plays Recreation Fee Assistance Program
The Everyone Plays program has been established to support Warwick Township residents and families, to enable access to participate in recreation and leisure programming. This Initiative provides recreation program fee assistance for eligible individuals and families, allowing increased access to Township led recreation & leisure programs and services, regardless of financial situation.
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Everyone Plays Program - Report Everyone Plays Program - Application Form Please submit the completed application form to the Parks and Recreation Manager at the Parks and Recreation Office located at 61 Centennial Ave Watford ON. |
East Lambton Community Complex- Lambton Mutual Gymnasium Program Schedule
Schedule Subject to change. Scheduled programs start September 8, 2025. Fall Winter Scheduling runs September to April each year
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Drop-in on Wednesdays from 5:00-7:45p.m. for basketball. Limited equipment, indoor shoes only.
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Warwick Badminton |
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Drop in on Tuesday evenings for Warwick Badminton. Have a smashing good time! Limited equipment available. Indoor shoes only.
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Warwick Volleyball League |
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Adult Recreational Volleyball League on Thursdays from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, visit the Warwick Volleyball website. If you have any questions regarding the season or registration, please reach out to the Warwick Volleyball League by email.
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| Walk with Warwick - ELCC |
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Indoor walking this fall and winter. Indoor shoes only.
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'Open Play' Adult Pickleball |
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'Open Play" Adult Pickleball at the East Lambton Community Complex.
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Shuffle Up and Deal |
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Shuffle Up and Deal Join us on Mondays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the East Lambton Community Complex Community Meeting Room for Bid-Euchre. Program Cost: $3.00 per person The money received from the program goes directly into supporting the Shuffle Up and Deal Program. |
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'Open Play' Adult Cornhole |
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Drop in on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:30p.m. at the East Lambton Community Complex for 'Open Play' Adult Cornhole. Boards are provided with a limited supply of bags. Indoor Shoes Only. |
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Warwick Youth Cooking- Watford |
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Join the Township of Warwick Parks and Recreation Department along with the East Lambton YMCA for a 1.5 hour cooking class at the East Lambton Community Complex- Kitchen. Program will run on November 6, 13, 20. Program is $50.00 for the 3 week class. Ages 8-11 5:00-6:30p.m. Ages 12-15 6:45-8:15p.m.
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Join the Township of Warwick Parks and Recreation Department for a 1.5 hour cooking class at the Warwick Community Centre. Program will run on November 4, 18, 25. Program is $50.00 for the 3 week class. Ages 8-11 5:00-6:30p.m. Ages 12-15 7:00-8:30p.m.
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Community Event Alert!: The Watford Optimist Club is inviting you to the Bluebird Parkette on Sunday October 19 between 11a.m. to 3:00p.m. for the first Optimist Chess in the Park day! Aimed at youth but open to all come out and enjoy a day of chess. Event will be "Open Table" and any style of play welcome! Chess sets and clocks will be provided. Another great community event and partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department. |
East Lambton Community Complex Tournament Schedule
Schedule subject to change
Annual Cornhole TournamentJoin us on March 1, 2025 for the 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament at the East Lambton Community Complex. Registration is required. Please note this event is 19+. $75.00 per team.
Registration closed.
March Break 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament
Thank you to all the teams that participated in the March Break 3-on-3 Hockey Tournament. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2026.
U9 Division Champions: Lambton Shores White
U11 Division Champions: Red Rockets
U13 Non-Competitive Champions: The Dirty Danglers
U13 Competitive Champions: The Zamboni Squad
U15 Non-Competitive Champions: The Stick Magnets
U15 Competitive Champions: The Flyers
3rd Annual Pickleball Tournament
The Parks and Recreation Department looks forward to having a smashing good time on November 8, 2025 for the 3rd Annual Pickleball Tournament.
3rd Annual Pickleball Tournament Rules
The 2nd Annual Warwick Township Pickleball tournament, organized the Parks and Recreation Department, was held at the ELCC on Saturday November 9. Thank you to everyone who participated! Another smashing success!
Congratulations to our winners!
Men’s 50 plus Doubles: Jeff and Brad
Mixed Doubles 50 Plus: Team Stella
Men’s 35 plus Doubles: Designated Dinkers
1st Annual Badminton Tournament
Join the Parks and Recreation Tournament on January 25, 2025 for the 1st Annual Badminton Tournament. We look forward to hosting the tournament in 2026.
Optimist Ice Surface Program Schedule
Schedule Subject to change. Programs starting October 1, 2025, unless noted below.
Public Skating
All ages and abilities welcome for Public Skate Saturdays at the East Lambton community Complex- Optimist Ice Surface.
October 4, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
October 11, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
October 18, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
October 25, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
November 1, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
November 8, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
November 15, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
November 22, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
November 29, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
December 6, 2025 from 3:30-4:30p.m.
NO Sticks, Pucks, or Strollers during this time frame. Schedule subject to change.
PA Day Skates
Join us this year for PA Day Skates at the East Lambton Community Complex- Optimist Ice Surface.
September 19, 2025 from 12:00-1:00p.m.
October 10, 2025 from 12:00-1:00p.m.
November 21, 2025 from 12:00-1:00p.m.
January 30, 2026 from 12:00-1:00p.m.
NO Sticks, Pucks, or Strollers during this time frame. Schedule subject to change
Open Skate
Starting October 1, 2025.
All ages and abilities welcome for open skating at the East Lambton Community Complex- Optimist Ice Surface on Wednesdays from 12:00-1:00p.m.
NO Sticks, Pucks, or Strollers during this time frame. Schedule subject to change.
Parent and Tot Skate
Starting October 1, 2025.
For Parents and Children below the age of 5 years just us at the East Lambton Community Complex- Optimist Ice Surface on Wednesdays from 11:30a.m.-12:00p.m.
NO Sticks, Pucks, or Strollers during this time frame. Schedule subject to change.
More information on Winter Break and March Break Skates to come. Thank you to everyone that joined us in 2024-2025 Ice Season. We look forward to the 2025-2026 Ice Season.
Warwick Community Centre Fall Winter Programs
Schedule for fall winter programs starting September 8, 2025. Schedule subject to change.
Walk with Warwick- Warwick Community Centre
Join us at the Warwick Community Centre for indoor walking on Tuesdays from 9:00-10:00a.m. Warwick Community Centre 7074 Egremont Rd Warwick Village. Schedule subject to change indoor shoes required.
East Lambton Community Complex and Warwick Community Centre Spring and Summer Programs and Outdoor Activities
Spring Summer programs run April to September each year. Watch the website for updates on any future programs. Schedule subject to change.
Summer Art Classes 2025
Thank you to those that joined us for the summer art classes in Warwick Village. Program returning summer of 2026.
Warwick Youth Baseball 2025
Thank you to all that joined us for another year of Warwick Youth Baseball! We look forward to welcoming new and returning players for the 2026 Summer ball season. This program will include progressive instructional sessions focusing on the fundamentals of baseball. Including hitting catching throwing fielding and game play.
Warwick Youth Spring Ball Hockey - 2025
Thank you to everyone that joined us for Youth Ball Hockey Spring League 2025. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next season.
Program registration and further information will be posted here.
Youth Cooking - Watford 2025
Thank you to all that joined us along side the East Lambton YMCA and Homestead Soups, Sweets and Savouries for Watford youth cooking.
Future spring/ summer cooking class information will be posted here.
Youth Cooking- Warwick 2025
Thank you to all that joined us along side Homestead Soups, Sweets and Savouries for Warwick Youth Cooking.
Future spring/summer cooking class information will be posted here.
Community Park Clean Up Day 2025
Let's engage and encourage getting outdoors through active participation and clean up our Parks! Join the Parks and Recreation Department on April 26, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the East Lambton Community Complex. Register with the Parks and Recreation Department by phone at 519-876-2808 or by email.
June is Parks and Recreation Month - 2025
June is Parks and Recreation Month! Access to parks and recreation is a fundamental human need that helps foster personal health, strong communities, and social inclusions. JRPM celebrates parks and recreation services and raises awareness for the role they play as a pathway to individual, community, and environmental well-being.
View the calendar of events below for different activities taking place throughout the Township.
June is Recreation and Parks Month Activity Calendar
Snap Shot Challenge
We are challenging you to get outdoors through active participation and enjoy your local parks, trails and open spaces. Snap a picture and tag us on Facebook. #JRPM2025
Open Play Adult Pickleball - Summer 2025
Join us at the East Lambton Community Complex Lambton Mutual Gymnasium for Open Play Adult Pickleball. Schedule subject to change and limited equipment available.
- Mondays from 6:30-8:30p.m. (Mid April - Start of September)
- Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Fridays from 4:45-6:45p.m. (Mid April - Start of September)
Shuffle Up and Deal
Join us on Mondays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the East Lambton Community Complex Community Meeting Room for cards. There is a cost of $3.00 per person and the money received from the program goes directly into supporting the Shuffle Up and Deal Program.
Shuffle Up and Deal does not take place on Holidays. Schedule subject to change.
Canada Day - 2025
Wear your red and white and celebrate Canada Day on June 28, 2025 at Centennial Park in Watford. Celebrations start at 11a.m.and go till 2p.m. Activities include inflatables, face painting and much more ! Free hot dogs and cupcakes to ring in the celebrations.
Game On! Youth After School Drop in
Join us at the East Lambton Community Complex on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30p.m. for Game ON- Youth After School Drop-in sessions. This program is designed for youth grades 3-8 to drop in and play a multitude of sports including basketball, pickleball, badminton, volleyball and much more. Program finished for the 2024-2025 school year. Returning for the 2025-2026 School Year.
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