Krape Park
Areas of Krape and Taylor Closed
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesKrape Park and Taylor Park are currently open to the public. As a safety precaution, areas in both parks have been barricaded due to flooding. Patrons are asked to stay away from the water and to call 911 to report any emergency.
Attention All Anglers!
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesTrout fishing season opens at 5 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2019 and the enforced limit is five (5) trout per day per person. Recently, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources released rainbow trout in 54 locations in Illinois, including Yellow Creek, as part of DNR’s Catchable Trout Program. A fishing license and inland-trout stamp […]
Art Class at Krape Park
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesPainting classes begin soon at the Krape Community Building. The Fall Trees class will be held on Thursday, October 4th from 6-8 p.m. Participants will learn a variety of acrylic painting techniques. Registration for this class ends on September 28, 2018. Cost is $20 for residents/$25 nonresidents. Materials will be provided. REGISTER NOW
Mosquitoes!
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesWe've had a number of calls about mosquitoes and we agree, it's a nuisance all over the area. Mosquito spraying is controlled by Freeport Mosquito Abatement. They will be conducting district-wide spraying Thursday, Sept. 20th if weather conditions are suitable. Previous mosquito spray applications were made by helicopter on July 3, July 11, Aug. 30, […]
Rock N Glow Mini-Golf
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesPutt, putt, putt and tap, tap, tap to dance tunes from Jitterbug Entertainment. We’ll be playing glow-in-the-dark miniature golf at Yellow Creek Adventure Golf on Friday, August 10th from 8-10 p.m. Admission is $5.00 per person and no reservations are needed. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Choral Society Summer Concert
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesAlas…it’s the last music concert for the season. On Sunday, August 5th from 7-8:30 p.m., beautiful voices blend with the treetops to serenade summer’s end. There is plenty of seating at the bandshell or bring your favorite lawn chairs. Admission is free.
Triple! Play! Night!
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesOn Friday, August 10th there will be multiple activities offered by the Freeport Park District. Families, groups, clubs and friends....select any or all! Family Campout: Overnight tent camping at Krape Park. Register by August 8th. Resident site fee is $35. Check-in begins at 5 p.m on Friday, Aug. 10. Luau Pool Party: No registration needed. […]
Kayaking Classes: Hop In!
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesKayaking 101 classes will be offered on July 21 from 9-11 a.m. at the Krape Park Boat Rental Docks. These Saturday classes will focus on basic skills including proper use of equipment and paddling strokes. Costs are $10 for residents/$12 for non-residents. Register by July 18th. Register Now
July 4th at Krape Park
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesPelican Pete and the entire fleet await you! Boat rentals, carousel, mini-golf and concessions will be open on July 4, 2018 from noon- 8:00 p.m. Parking is available by the boat rental dock adjacent to the Krape Community Building. Boat rental rates per ½ hour are $5 for Canoes and Kayaks, $8 for 2-seat paddleboat, […]
Movie in the Park
Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, IL, United StatesOn Friday, June 29th, the Freeport Park District and FHN will co-host Movie in the Park at the band shell. There will be special activities and entertainment beginning at 7:00 p.m. and the movie Moana will begin after sunset.