Champaign Park District
An Illinois Distinguished Agency
Join us at the Martens Center for University of Illinois Extension Day. Explore a wealth of educational opportunities and community resources. Engage in interactive cooking demonstrations at 1:15pm and 2:15pm, enjoy free face painting, sweet treats like cotton candy and Kona Ice, and bounce with joy on the inflatables. Community Vendor booths will be onsite, offering […]
Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through hundreds of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.
Beat the Heat at the Champaign Park District Pickleball Open this May! The tournament will be located on our John Street Courts here in Champaign, IL. Round Robin Tournament style format. This is a recreation-based, non-sanctioned tournament. Times will be based off of the number of teams registered. Tournament Date: Saturday, May 18Deadline to Register: […]
Dive into summer at Sholem Aquatic Center! Experience the thrill of tube slides, unwind in the lazy river, and make a splash in our expansive main pool on opening day - May 25, 2024. *New hours this year! Visit the Sholem Aquatic Center page for more information. Sholem Aquatic Center2205 Sangamon DriveChampaign, IL 61821
It's opening day at the farm! Prairie Farm is a free, educational farm that features a variety of animals and activities for everyone to explore. 2024 Season Dates: May 25 - August 11Open Daily 1-7pm (Petting Zoo is only open 3-5pm)For safety reasons, closed-toe shoes must be worn when participating in programs or entering the […]
**EVENT IS CANCELLED AND WILL NOT BE RESCHEDULED** Co-sponsored by the Optimist Club of Champaign-Urbana >> for children who love to fish! Prizes will be awarded and a free hot dog lunch will be served. Bring your own fishing tackle — bait will be provided. A parent/guardian should accompany their child(ren) and fill out a […]
*Our Pool Pass Holder Summer Kickoff event has been rescheduled for Sunday night due to weather!*Kick off summer in style at Sholem Aquatic Center! Date: June 2Time: 8-10pRain Date: June 2
View this upcoming art exhibit at Springer Cultural Center starting May 4th then stop by the reception on June 6th from 5:30-7p to enjoy refreshments, speak to the artists, and have the opportunity to purchase a piece! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR!
Grab your blankets and get ready for a magical evening under the stars with our Thursday Night Flicks! Join us once a month during the summer for an unforgettable outdoor movie experience. Sit back, relax, and enjoy as we screen a variety of films while the sky darkens. We'll provide the popcorn, sweet treats, and […]
Champaign Park District, alongside Champaign County African American Heritage Trail, and Experience Champaign-Urbana Foundation, will be celebrating substantial completion of the Skelton Park transformation during a ribbon cutting on Friday, June 7, at 12:00 p.m. at Skelton Park (101 E. Washington St., Champaign). A short musical performance by Candy Foster will follow. Media are encouraged to attend. […]
All Ages Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States, is one event you don’t want to miss. Enjoy music and visit different vendors while learning about this important holiday. Children can make arts and crafts, play on the bounce house and obstacle course, or get soaked in the […]
Join us, alongside members of the Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society, Inc., for a celestial experience on select Saturdays! Immerse yourself in an evening under the stars and behold the wonders of the universe through the largest public telescope in East Central Illinois. Please note that all skywatch sessions are subject to cancellation in the event of […]
