Welcome to the Fox Valley Park District

'Fall into Fitness' with a free 7-day pass to
any facility throughout month of September

Commit to get fit this season and beyond. The Park District makes it easy with a free, 7-day pass to any fitness center beginning Sept. 1. You can test out the equipment and attend group exercises classes for free. Learn how beneficial it can be to have a first-class facility to call home for your workouts! But hurry - the promotion ends Sept. 30. Details.

Family Fun Day Sept. 9 at Blackberry Farm - free admission for all District residents

To show our appreciation, the Fox Valley Park District is providing free admission to Blackberry Farm for all residents during the second annual Family Fun Day on Sept. 9. Join us between 4 and 7 p.m. and enjoy train rides, carousel rides, hay wagon rides and all the best of Blackberry Farm. It's our way of saying thanks to residents! (Non-resident admission fees apply). More info.

Resident registration under way

Download a copy of the youth or adult activity guide to review a complete listings of special events, programs and leagues. (Click on the cover images to see an animated page-by-page web version of the guide.) Or stop by any community center to pick up a copy!

Splash Country Water Park closed for the season, but
Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center open Labor Day weekend

Splash Country Water Park has closed for the season, but Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center will be open during the three-day Labor Day weekend. Daily hours are noon to 7 p.m. Last call for summer water park fun!

Orchard Valley Golf Course ranked
No. 6 in Illinois by GOLF Magazine

In a statewide ranking of more than 500 public-access golf courses, Orchard Valley was rated No. 6 in Illinois by GOLF Magazine - moving up a notch from its No. 7 ranking in 2009. Read more. Orchard Valley website.

Fox Valley Amazing Race winners announced

Dodge This took the top prize, with The Bat-Men and Team Usana finishing second and third. Teams of four raced around the Fox Valley Park District on Aug. 7 to compete in challenges, find clues and solve puzzles. Download a complete list of teams and their times here. Check out the 2010 Fox Valley Amazing Race photo gallery!

Registration for Creative Play Preschool program still open

There are still available spots for the Fall Creative Play Preschool Program. This program offers children a stimulating environment in which to grow socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually. For more information, contact the Prisco or Eola Community Centers.

Free Paws in the Park dog festival rescheduled for Oct. 3

Thunderstorms may have washed out the dogs' day, but they'll still get to celebrate! Paws in the Park has officially been rescheduled for noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 3, at Lincoln Park Dog Park. Mark the calendar and round up the pets for this free event in the fall. Read more.

Leave a lasting legacy for your community

The Park District has several opportunities through which to leave a lasting legacy. Park benches engraved with a loved one's name, tree planting memorials and endowments of Park District programs are a few ways to leave a legacy while making an impact on your community. Click here for more information about leaving a lasting legacy.

Keeping Our Youth Fit report shows extent of healthy programming

Enriching children's lives is at the forefront of the Fox Valley Park District's mission. A recent report prepared by Park District staff shows the array of such programs designed to build confidence and character in our children. The district believes children who are involved in interactive activities and recreational pursuits enjoy a higher quality of life that carries into adulthood. Engaging children in these activities also reaps important physical and social benefits. Download the full report here.

We want to hear from you...

Your opinion matters to us--let it be heard! Take a few moments and tell us what you think by filling out our online facility surveys. Your feedback will help guide us.

Try out our E-Fit Room!

Get fit in our new interactive gaming arcade where you can run, jump, climb and dance your way to physical fitness! The E-Fit Room uses state-of-the-art fitness technology to create a fun cardio, skill, speed/agility and core strength workout experience.