Champaign Park District
An Illinois Distinguished Agency
Ages: 11-14Dates: Tuesday, January 20-Friday, January 23Times: Daily from 4-6pm Does your young scientist want to dive into the world of 3D printing but doesn’t know where to start? Check out our 3D Printing Lab!
Discover everything the Innovation Center at Martens Center has to offer! Visitors can 3D print their own designs, make custom stickers, or take part in fun, hands-on science activities. Open to all ages and experience levels, this open house is a great way to explore, learn, and make something unique. All ages are welcome. Lunch […]
Ages: 11-14Dates: Monday, January 26-Wednesday, January 28Times: Daily from 4-6pm Does your young scientist want to dive into the world of 3D printing but doesn’t know where to start? Check out our 3D Printing Lab!
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, and discover our educational philosophies and methods. We will also show you how to register easily using our user-friendly software and will provide information about […]
EGG DROP CHALLENGE Have fun on a Saturday with donuts and the ultimate Egg Drop Challenge! Kids ages 9 and up will design and build creative contraptions using everyday materials to protect their egg from a high-flying fall. Will your egg survive or splatter on impact? Enjoy donuts, then dive into this exciting hands-on experiment where […]
Register your kids for summer camp with the Champaign Park District! From day camps to field trips to performing arts, the Champaign Park District has it all! Scholarships are available! CU resident registration opens on February 4, 2026, at 8:30am.Nonresident registration opens on February 7, 2026, at 8:30am.
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day for Breakfast at the Martens Center! Kids of all ages can enjoy a fun morning making their own refreshing ice cream. No registration needed — just come and "cook up" a sweet start to the day with friends, family, treats, and a delicious breakfast twist! Making the ice cream will […]
Ages 18+ Compete in a Mardi Gras-themed BINGO for a chance to win exciting prizes. Showcase your creativity by participating in the Mask Decorating Contest. Bring your most bedazzled, hand-decorated mask for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind prize. Enjoy lively music, southern refreshments, and a vibrant atmosphere that brings the essence of Mardi Gras. […]
Parallel Visionsby Michael Holtz and Bonnie Switzer Show Dates: February 21-March 21Reception: Thursday, February 26, 5:30-7pm Exhibit Hours: M-F: 8:30am – 8pm (closed 1-2pm)Sat: 9:30am – 2pm
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 pizza, hands-on science fun, and interactive experiments! Kids and adults alike will have the chance to explore exciting STEM activities together, sparking curiosity and […]
View this art exhibit at Springer Cultural Center then stop by the reception on February 26 from 5:30-7pm to enjoy refreshments, speak to our artists (Michael Holtz and Bonnie Switzer), and have the opportunity to purchase a piece!
Register for summer activities with the Champaign Park District! From ballet classes to soccer leagues, the Champaign Park District has it all! Scholarships are available! Champaign resident registration opens on March 4, 2026, at 8:30am.Nonresident registration opens on March 7, 2026, at 8:30am.
