Free Youth Sports Gear Swap Planned for Feb. 21

FCPR event aims to help families save money and promote sustainability

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Families in Frederick County, Virginia are invited to a free Youth Sports Gear Swap on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Evendale Community Center. The event, hosted by Frederick County Parks and Recreation, allows participants to donate gently used youth sports equipment and select items needed for the upcoming sports season.

Why it matters

The gear swap helps families save money on sports equipment, promotes sustainability by reducing waste, and fosters community connections through the sharing of resources.

The details

Acceptable donations include clean, gently used youth sports gear such as basketballs, soccer cleats, and gloves. Items that are broken, unsafe, dirty, or heavily worn will not be accepted. Donations can be dropped off at several locations in the days leading up to the event.

  • The Youth Sports Gear Swap will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Donations can be dropped off before the event at various locations during regular business hours and program times.

The players

Frederick County Parks and Recreation

The organization hosting the Youth Sports Gear Swap event.

Evendale Community Center

The location where the Youth Sports Gear Swap will be held.

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The takeaway

The Youth Sports Gear Swap is a great opportunity for families in Frederick County to save money, reduce waste, and build community by sharing gently used sports equipment.