Gladstone Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts
Basketball Skills Competition
Is your kindergartner - 8th grader looking for something to do while they are out of school for the holidays? Our Holiday Hoops Basketball Skills Competition provides some exercise and fun at the Gladstone Community Center.
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Mayor's Christmas Tree Fund
The Gladstone Mayor's Christmas Tree Fund is an annual campaign that raises money for local charities. For 2025, Mayor Les Smith has selected Feed Northland Kids, Gladstone Neighbors Helping Neighbors and The Northland Christmas Store as the fund's recipients.
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Jolly Volly-Ball Camp
If the holiday break means boredom for your child, register them for Jolly Volly-Ball Camp. Your child will love this one-day camp to learn more about the sport of volleyball.
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Kids Fitness
Kids will have fun performing wintertime yoga poses along with crafting, playing games, and listening to stories.
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Youth Sports General Information
Gladstone Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts offers a variety of youth sports programs throughout the year. Programs are available to participants as young as 3 and up to 8th grade.
Program Schedule at a Glance
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Gladstone Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts and North Kansas City Schools proudly co-sponsor
Youth Volleyball and Basketball Leagues.
For more information on recreation programs contact the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department at (816) 423-4200.
In Case of inclement weather regarding sports or events, sign up for TEXT ALERTS HERE. You may also call the rainout line at (816) 437-2489 and select option #4.