2022 SUMMER CONCERTS
All Ages
This summer, gather your friends, family, and neighbors for our Summer Concerts. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and refreshments.
Questions: zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3931
HESSEL PARK CONCERTS
| Date | Time | Band |
|---|---|---|
| May 7 | 2-5p | Edison Middle School Bands |
| June 4 | 1-3p | The Merry Travelers |
| July 2 | 1-3p | Anika Emily |
| August 6 | 1-3p | Last Call Band |
JAZZ IN THE PARK
| Date | Time | Park | Band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, May 19 | 6-8p | Heritage Park | Chip McNeill Quartet |
| Thursday, June 16 | 6-8p | Porter Park | Jenelle Orcherton |
| Thursday, July 14 | 6-8p | Morrissey Park | Almost A |
STREET FEST
Visit our Street Fest page for more details.
FRIDAY NIGHT FLIX AT HESSEL PARK
All Ages
Grab some popcorn and a blanket and join us under the stars for a Friday night flick every month during the summer with different and on-site food trucks to enjoy! Movies begin at dusk.
- June 3 | Lego Batman Movie
- June 24 | Shang-Chi Legend of the 10 Rings
- July 1 | Sing 2
- July 29 | Viva Las Vegas
- August 5 | Scoob!
- August 26 | Ghostbusters Afterlife
Questions: zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3931
AQUATIC EVENTS
Sholem Aquatic Center has several special events planned for summer 2022. Visit the Aquatics Event page for more information.
KIDS’ FISHING DERBY | Sat, June 4, 9a-12p | Kaufman Lake
Ages 6-12
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 at the event.
Raindate: Sunday, 6/7
Questions: william.schoell@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3926
DAY IN THE PARK
All Ages
Join us for a day in the park filled with games, music, food, and more! Each event will feature different activities. Food trucks will also be on-site.
| Date | Time | Location | Entertainment |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 28 | 1-3p | Clark Park | Carnival games, prizes, and more! |
| June 25 | 1-3p | Spalding Park | CLAW (Champaign Ladies Amateur Wrestling) featuring Aquila *Graffiti Artists! Reach out to come paint the skate park! |
| July 30 | 1-3p | West Side Park | Arts in the Park |
Questions: zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3931
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION | Sat, June 18, ’22 | 12-3p | Douglass Park
All Ages
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.
Questions: robert.white@champaignparks.org or 217-398-2572
C-U DAYS | DOUGLASS PARK
- Friday, August 12 | 5-8p
- Saturday, August 13 | 11a-8p
Visit our C-U Days page for more information.
ROCKET LAUNCHES
All Ages
The Central Illinois Aerospace Model Rocket Club schedules launches twice a month, year-round, generally on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Most launches are held at Dodds Park, with occasional alternate locations. In addition, there are special launches like our Great Annual Rocket Launch of 2022 on July 2 (rain date July 9) at Dodds Park! Bring your own model rocket and fly with us or just come out to watch hundreds of rockets being flown. Event dependent on current COVID-19 guidelines. For current information, call 217-359-8225 or visit ciarocketry.org.
COMING IN SEPTEMBER: WEST SIDE ARTS!
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ART EXHIBITION SERIES
The Springer Cultural Center hosts eight exhibitions per year. Six are professional shows for adult local and regional artists, which are determined by review of applications. Two are amateur art shows: the Champaign County Town & Country Amateur Art Show and the State Town & Country Amateur Art Show for youth and adults. Participants may enter the Champaign County Town and Country Amateur Art Show by completing an entry form. Those who win at the county show are eligible for entrance in the State Town & Country Show. For information on when the next Town & Country County show is visit champaignparks.org/art-exhibits.
For our professional shows, proposals are accepted for solo or collaborative group exhibitions on an ongoing basis. Artists are responsible for having artwork ready to hang, and for any shipping expenses/insurance while artwork is being transported to or from the Springer Cultural Center and throughout the exhibition. Artists have the opportunity to give a brief talk about their work at a reception provided by the Park District. For more information or to apply, visit champaignparks.org/art-exhibits.
Questions: michelle.olden@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3909
