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  • New Garden Hills Park playground, featuring a slide, a climbing wall, and other features in a turquoise and yellow color scheme.

    Garden Hills Park Playground Ribbon Cutting

    Garden Hills Park 1701 Bloomington Rd, Champaign, IL, United States

    Join us to celebrate the new playground recently installed at Garden Hills Park! Families are welcome to attend to enjoy a fun evening in the park.

    Free
  • A man holds a rubber flamingo in a pool

    The Flamazing Race! (A CU Special Rec Fundraiser)

    Sholem Aquatic Center 2307 Sangamon Drive, Champaign, IL, United States

    The 2nd Flamazing Race! A wild twist on the classic duck race! Instead of ducks, we’re sending flamingos flying down the lazy river slide in a high-speed showdown all to support […]

  • Bounce Back to School

    Hessel Park 1400 Grandview Dr, Champaign, IL, United States

    Kick off the school year with a bounce! Join us at Hessel Park for the Back-to-School Bounce, a fun-filled event where kids can jump, slide, and play in a variety of exciting inflatables — […]

    Free

  • Preschool Open House

    Preschool Open House
    Springer Cultural Center 301 N Randolph St, Champaign, IL, United States

    Launch your child's education at the Champaign Park District! Join us for our Preschool Open House! Tour our vibrant classrooms in the historic Springer Cultural Center, meet our passionate teachers, […]

    Free
  • A person playing a horn

    August Jazz in the Park

    Sunset Ridge Park 4102 Boulder Ridge Dr, Champaign, IL

    Celebrate the grand finale of the Jazz in the Park Summer Series at Sunset Ridge Park! Relax under the evening sky as local jazz musicians fill the park with smooth, […]

    Free

  • THE ILLIAC 2026

    Hessel Park 1400 Grandview Dr, Champaign, IL, United States

    This year’s performance by Sinfonia da Camera will highlight John William’s Star Wars Suite.

    Free
  • Two children build a car course with Legos

    Family STEM Night

    Family STEM Night
    Martens Center 1515 N Market St, Champaign, IL, United States

    Join us for Family STEM Night, hosted by the Illinois Science Explorers, a science outreach initiative from the University of Illinois. Bring the whole family for an evening packed with free […]

    Free

  • Prairie Farm Campout

    Prairie Farm 2202 W Kirby Ave, 217-398-2583, United States

    Experience an unforgettable overnight adventure at Prairie Farm!

    $8
  • Children sit around a table decorating bagels.

    Tiny Chefs: Apple Pie Pockets! (Registration Required)

    Springer Cultural Center 301 N Randolph St, Champaign, IL, United States

    Ages: 3-5Can Parents Attend? Yes! This activity is designed for caregiver involvement. This fun-filled cooking class will help educate and empower your child in the kitchen, setting them on a path to making healthy food choices. Your child will learn the following: All delicious creations are peanut-free.

    $25 – $37.50

  • Labor Day Tennis Tournament

    Lindsay Tennis Center 2214 Sangamon Drive, Champaign, IL, United States

    This local tournament provides a great opportunity for you to test and improve your skills!

    $28 – $44

  • Ties & Tennies

    I Hotel and Conference Center 1900 S 1st St, Champaign, IL, United States

    Support the Champaign Park District’s Scholarship Fund!