Due to cool temperatures the Family Aquatic Center is closed Wednesday, May 29th. On Thursday and Friday, May 29-31, the pool will open at noon rather than 11:00 am to accommodate school group outings. May 27-31, 2019 Updated Pool Schedule
It's easy to check the status of weather-related activities and programs. For the Aquatic Center call 815.801.SWIM. For all other locations call the hotline at 815.801.PARK (7275) You can also click the raindrop icon in the upper right corner of the website. Click to the left to sign up for up for ongoing email and/or […]
Renovations on the Krape Park Carousel are now complete. It's open weekends from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm and weekdays from noon- 8:00 pm. Cost per ride remains 50 cents! Last Fall, the entire carousel was moved from its site. While disassembled, the structure, ticket booth, and horses were refurbished keeping the spirit of the […]
Paaaarty at the pool! Join the fun on June 14th from 6-8 p.m. Water games and dance music will be provided by Jitterbug Entertainment. Normal Discount Family Swim Admission rates and rules apply. Costs are $2.00 per family member for residents and $3.00 per person for non-residents. For weather related updates or additional information, call […]
On Wednesday, August 14, 2019, from 5:00-7:00 pm, the public is invited to participate in a workshop at the Park District Administration Center at 1122 S. Burchard Avenue. The Freeport Park District is currently developing a master plan for the parks that will address locations, connectivity, facilities, improvements and more. This workshop will include an […]
Jump in...don't delay...spots fill fast! Choose from 6 levels of Youth classes from beginner to advanced. Adult, Parent-Tot and Private Lessons are also being offered. Group classes are held at the Read Park Family Aquatic Center. Last Session: Begins July 22nd: Register by July 17th Register Now
After renovations to the carousel structure and the plaza surrounding it, the Krape Park Carousel opened for its 60th season. On July 4, 1959 it was installed in Krape Park. Now, 60 years later it remains a community icon. On July 4th from noon-2:00 pm the Freeport Park District will be joined by co-sponsor FHN […]
Join us on Friday, August 16th as we close out the summer season of Music on the Patio. The Ryan & Joe Trio will be driving home a great evening of outdoor music from 5-8 pm. Bring some lawn chairs and your appetite. All ages welcome. Admission is free. If there is inclement weather, the […]
FUN...FOOD...FIRE... Register by July 3rd for the Family Campout on July 12-13 with games, adventures and overnight tent camping in Oakdale Nature Preserve. Participants should bring their own tent and sleeping bags. Groups, families and individuals are invited. Youth under 18 yrs. must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Check-in begins at 5:00 p.m. […]
For 100 years, the Freeport Concert Band has gathered incredible musicians to entertain local audiences. What could be better than a canopy of trees surrounding an iconic band shell and listening to Music Under the Stars? Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be held Sunday evenings, June 9 – July 28 at the Koenig […]
Step on up...we're headed to Chicago! Bring the whole family and join us on Saturday, July 27th. Cool and comfy buses will get you there to ride the 15-story Ferris Wheel...dine and shop at the Pier...take a taxi to Michigan Avenue. It's your day and all up to you. Additional activities are at the cost […]