Summer 2023 was a huge success for the Champaign Park District and it’s all thanks to you! Here are some stats from this summer (May – September 2023) that we found most impressive.
Summer 2023 Stats (May – September):
- $58,312.50 Used in Scholarships
- Over 50 Virginia Theatre events
- 21,602 Ticketed Patrons
- $609,029 Gross Ticket Sales
- 6,661 Summer Programs Participants
- 16 Special Events
- Estimated Attendance: 13,650
- 462 More Info Free Visitors during Open Hours
- 269 Pavilion/Shelter/Park Permits
- 753 Sports Field Rentals
- 5 Capital Projects Completed
- 98 Flower Islands Sponsored in the Community
120 sessions of Summer Youth Programs (SYP) were offered in 2023, including Creative Kids, Teen, and CUSR Camps! SYP keeps kids active & engaged with trips to parks and Sholem Aquatic Center, craft and science projects, and games with new friends.
Open Memorial Day through August, Sholem Aquatic Center had over 60,000 visits this summer. Our award winning lifeguards reached Gold Audit Status with 3 “Exceeds” on surprise audits by Jeff Ellis & Associates.
CUSR successfully served 437 residents in 102 programs. Participation was up 54% from 2022 summer camp to 2023. 20 participants were supported in inclusive programs in Urbana and Champaign Park District.
