Derby Recreation Commission, KS - Official Website

World's Largest Swim Lesson

Be a part of history and join us to attempt to break the Guinness World Record of 36,564 and build awareness about the importance of teaching kids to swim! Read on...
Slide & Dive

New this year! Slide & Dive at Rock River Rapids after the park closes! Read on...
Pickleball

Try the new, fast growing co-ed sport! Read on...
Paddleboard Fitness

Enjoy the sunset at the waterpark while getting this amazing workout! Read on...
Mary Poppins Jr.

Come watch the classic Disney movie "Mary Poppins" on stage at the DMS Auditorium on July 24 & 25 at 12:30pm or July 27 & 28 at 6:00pm. Admission is $2 for ages 13+ and $1 for ages 4-12. Read on...
DerbyRecGo Phone App

Download the new DerbyRecGo phone app to quickly register online for classes, check calendars and schedules, look up special events, and more!
Notify Me

Never miss an update about upcoming programs & special events, weather & holiday facility closings, & other important DRC news when you sign up for DRC Notify Me. You will receive updates only about the areas of interest you select. Read on...
Summer Program Guide

Browse the Summer 2018 Program Guide and check out all the exciting events, classes and programs happening at the Derby Recreation Commission! Read on...

Thu Jun. 21

World's Largest Swim Lesson Be a part of history and join us to attempt to break the Guinness World Record of 36,564 and build awareness about the importance of teaching kids to swim! Come to Rock River Rapids on Thursday, June 21 at 9:30am and get registered to participate in this FREE event that will begin at 10:00am. We will join aquatic centers from around the world as part of the World's Largest Swimming Lesson.
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Fri Jun. 22

Free Spirits Dart Warz The Free Spirits of Derby are individuals with learning and developmental disabilities. Join us at Dart Warz - an indoor foam dart battlefield. Darts fly across the field. Players dodge them from bunker to bunker. Teams try to capture each others flags and eliminate as many people as possible along the way. Bring your family and friends for fun and non-stop action. FREE! Registration deadline is June 19. Held at Dart Warz, 6803 W. Taft St in Wichita.
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Sat Jun. 23

Shakespeare in the Park Shakespeare's tragedy of love and duty, picking up the story where Julius Caesar ends. Shakespeare in the Park is a free event and is open to the public at Hand Park. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and perhaps bug spray.
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