Sign up now for Adult Group Golf Lessons to be held on Tuesdays, May 7-June 11 from 5:00 -5:45 pm at Park Hills Golf Course.  There will be 5 lessons and 1 playing session on the golf course.  Lessons cover all the basics and fundamentals of the golf swing.  Also included is a coupon for […]

Star Gazers Wanted!  Doug Firebaugh Observatory is providing a 6 week series called Starting Out in Astronomy.  Through a mixture of discussions and hands-on activities, this course will provide a foundation in the science and hobby of astronomy and understanding of the night sky. Classes will be held at the Observatory located at 2892 W. Stephenson […]

Explore the new 2019-2020 Program Guide. It’s 40 pages…packed full of programs and events…with something for all ages and any fitness level. Best of all, fees for the most part have stayed the same.  While perusing the guide, check out the line up of new classes for Youth and Adults. It’s easy to spot them. Look for […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]