2019 Summer Special Events (May – September)
From festivals to live music, fishing to agriculture, we have the perfect special event planned for your family this summer – so come on out and make some memories! If you have any questions about our special events, please contact Zoe Southlynn-Savage or call 217-819-3931 unless otherwise noted.
Weather Cancellations
All outdoor events are subject to weather cancellations and other delays. For weather-related closures or other program delays or cancellations, please visit our Cancellations Page or call 217-805-4100 for automated updates.
Festivals
Join us for live local music in the streets of Downtown Champaign and listen to some great CU talent on June 8 & July 13, 2019. For more information, please visit the StreetFest webpage.
Join us for Champaign-Urbana Days (CU Days) at Douglass Park on August 9 & 10, 2019! For more information, please visit the CU Days webpage.
Sounds at Sunset Concert Series – FREE!
Questions: zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3931
6:00 – 8:00 pm
May 26 June 16 July 28 Aug 11 *originally June 23
Clark Park
Jean Rene Balekita & Bomoyi Music
Eisner Park
TBD
Commissioners Park
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Bones Jugs
Toalson Park
Hot Iron String Band
Mattis Park
Jake & Jackson
Henry Michael Park
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Bashful Youngens
Hessel Park Concerts – FREE!
Questions: zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3931
June 1; 6:00-8:00 pm July 6; 6:00-8:00 pm
Edison Middle School Bands
UPDATE::: Due to ground conditions, this event will be relocated to Edison Middle School Auditorium.
Reckasto
King T’z
August 3; 6:00-8:00 pm
After Curfew
August 25; 3:00 – 7:00 pm
Gospel Jazz Fest[/one_third]
Neighborhood Summer Block Parties – FREE!
Questions: zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3931
5:00-7:00 pm
May 23
Countrybrook
June 20
Town Center Apartments
July 25
Johnston Park
Kids Fishing Derby – FREE! | Saturday, June 1 at 9:00 am – Noon
Ages 6-12 Adult supervision is required. Questions: zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3931
Co-sponsored by the Optimist Club of Champaign-Urbana for children who love to fish! Prizes will be awarded and a free hot dog lunch will be served. Bring your own fishing tackle – bait will be provided. A parent/guardian should accompany their child(ren) and fill out a permission form for each participant, available on-site the day of the event.
Rain date: Sunday, June 2
Juneteenth Celebration – FREE! | Saturday, June 15 at Noon – 3:00 pm
Questions: Darius.White@champaignparks.com or call 217-819-3961
Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States, is one event you don’t want to miss. Enjoy music and visit different vendors while learning about this important holiday. Children can make arts and crafts, play on the bounce house and obstacle course, or get soaked in the Splash Pad.
Family Fun Ag Night – FREE! | Tuesday, June 25 & July 9 at 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Questions:
July 9- Leonhard Recreation Center
Join the Champaign Park District and the Champaign County Farm Bureau for Family Fun Ag Nights. Families can participate in games, educational activities, and explore farm equipment. A free dinner will be provided at limited availability – first come, first served. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside the designated area’s gymnasium.
June 25- brittney.washington@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3973
July 9-Shannon.Meissner@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3988
Rocket Launches
Sholem Aquatic Center Events
Sholem Aquatic Center hosts a variety of family-friendly events and programs throughout the summer. Please visit the Aquatics Events page for more details.
Cultural Arts Events
The Springer Cultural Center hosts a variety of art exhibits, lunch concerts, and other cultural events throughout the year. Please visit the Cultural Arts page for more details.
