Naperville Park District

Naperville Amateur championships are coming up at our golf courses! Learn more and register today: golfnaperville.org/tournament-sch…

Two weeks from today, amazing kites will take flight at our annual Kite Fly Event on Sunday, June 7 at noon at Frontier Sports Complex! Enjoy live music, food trucks, games, activities, professional kite flying demonstrations, and of course bring your own kite to put up in the sky!

Join us at the 95th Street Community Plaza for a lively Children’s Lunch Hour Entertainment performance featuring Little Miss Ann! Kids and families will enjoy upbeat music, interactive fun, and plenty of opportunities to sing and dance along. Pack a lunch, grab a spot, and make some summer memories with us at this free family event!

Looking for fun activities for your 3-5 year-old this summer? Look no further than our Early Childhood Camps! From dinosaurs to fairytales to art, there is a camp for any child's interests. View our program guide to see all the available camps: online.flippingbook.com/view/512609246…

Checkout Elan Dance Company's Showcase Friday, May 29 at Pfeiffer Hall and if you are interested in auditioning for Elan Dance Company, there are still spots available to audition on Tuesday, May 26. Learn more: napervilleparks.org/dance

The new playground at Columbia Commons is ready to go! Help us cut the ribbon tomorrow, May 19 at 5:00 pm, and kids can enjoy the new play structure and light refreshments.

.@naperparks is bringing free live music back to neighborhood parks this summer. nctv17.org/news/napervill…

Don't forget to head to the Dunkin' Donuts at 1991 Brookdale Road today until noon as our Park Police will be there collecting donations, selling shirts, hats, pins, and raffle tickets in support of Illinois Special Olympics! Each donor will receive a coupon for a free donut!

Join us for a high-flying day of excitement at Kite Fly! Watch professional kite flying demonstrations by Chicago Kite that will fill the sky with colors! Enjoy live music performances from local entertainers, indulge in delicious eats from a variety of food trucks, and bring the whole family for fun games and kite flying! It’s a vibrant, outdoor celebration you won’t want to miss!

Don't miss your chance to see the Elan Dance Company on stage Friday, May 29 at 6:30 pm at Pfeiffer Hall on North Central College's campus. The FREE Showcase will last one hour and include a variety of dance styles sure to entertain all!

Concerts In Your Park are BACK! 🎸 Don't miss your chance to enjoy a free live concert right around the corner!

Take your yoga practice to Centennial Beach this summer! The first session of Beach Yoga takes place starting June 7 on Sundays at 8 am and individual Paddleboard Yoga classes take place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays beginning June 2 at 7:45 am. Register today: ow.ly/jfgE50YWwU5

Did you know Centennial Beach offers swim lessons for all ages? With our programs like Beach Babies infant/parent program, beginner, competitive, and adult lessons available, there is a level fit for any swimmer! Check out all our offerings and register today before swim lessons begin the week of June 8! napervilleparks.org/swimlessons

Looking for a fun dance program for your child? Register your child for to audition for the Elan Dance Company on Tuesday, May 26! Learn more and register: napervilleparks.org/dance

This month's Commissioner Spotlights on John Risvold! John has been a Commissioner since 2023 and is passionate about serving the community and bringing the perspective of a dad and attorney to the Park Board. 🌳 Favorite place to unwind: Walnut Ridge Park with his kids and dog 🚶‍♂️ Loves the Riverwalk for a relaxing walk with great views 🪐 Would choose space over the ocean (no deep-sea creatures, thanks!) 🎧 Currently into audiobooks—Dungeon Crawler Carl series His tip: No matter where you live in Naperville, there’s a great park nearby! To learn more about John and our other Commissioners, visit napervilleparks.org/CommissionersS…

Looking for a way for your child ages 4-18 to hone their competitive swimming skills this summer? Sign them up for Centennial Beach's Mudrats Swim Team! napervilleparks.org/mudrats

Spend summer days on the water, right here in Naperville! The Paddleboat Quarry will be opening up for weekends only from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm beginning May 9 through May 24! The Paddleboat Quarry will be open daily beginning May 25. Paddleboats will be available opening day; kayaks and paddleboards will be available later in May. napervilleparks.org/paddleboatquar…

Female aquatic turtles are busy in the spring! Many species of turtles like the painted turtles, red-eared sliders and common snapping turtles commonly found in our parks, leave the water this time of year to find a nesting location. If you see them on a path or in the road make sure to slow down and give them space.

The Naperville Youth Soccer season kicks off again this fall! Boys fall soccer registration is open now! ow.ly/iiOX50YGEq9

The new parking lot at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots is officially open! Featuring permeable pavers, the upgraded lot improves drainage, water quality, and accessibility for visitors to the gardens, Knoch Park, and Sportsman’s Park. This project, funded in part by IEPA and DuPage County grants, is part of a multi-year effort to enhance the garden plots—including new raised beds for greater accessibility. Learn more at: napervilleparks.org/gardenplots