Fall fun awaits!
The Fall Fun Guide is packed with a craft beer festival, youth sports, fitness classes, trips, special events and other great programs to enjoy the fall months to the fullest.
Learn MoreShoot and score!
Registration is open for K through 8th grade basketball leagues. Players of all skill levels will benefit from participating in a basketball league!
Learn MoreMom and Son Night Out!
Mom and sons, this new special event is for you! Dance to your favorite songs, play games and check out the activity stations at this cool space-themed event.
Learn MoreHalloween House Decorating Contest
Showcase your spooky creativity in our decorating contest!
Learn More
Fun Ways to Enjoy the Season
Experience the best of every season with activities for all ages, from park programs to community gatherings.
Find Your Adventure!
Programs For All Ages
Fun, fitness, and learning for all ages at Batavia Park District.
Did You Know?
Many programs offered at Batavia Park District have sessions for different ages. Explore all of the different activities and see if they are perfect for your entire family.
Batavia Park District administrative offices are closed today for the fall holiday. We will re-open at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13. While we're closed, our website is always open!
It's a great day to visit one of your favorite parks! Pictured is the Riverwalk and Big Woods Park last fall.
Let your creativity shine with a card making class led instructor Heather Wnek. We have many options available to fit your schedule:
Fast and Fabulous Cards - This is perfect for those short on time. You'll make 4 different cards in just one hour!
Holiday Scrapbook - Create six everyday themed scrapbook pages. Bring your own photos or add them later.
WOW Card Making Class - This is for the more experienced card makers and you'll make two "over the top" cards for the special people in your life!
Christmas Card Stock Up - Send something special to your friends and family for the holidays! In this two hour class you will make 10 cards.
Visit our website to learn more and find your perfect class!
Join your neighbors for a creative evening of art and refreshments at the Callahan Community Center! Help us complete the “Peace Out Batavia” community mural while enjoying a glass of wine or local beer. This welcoming event is a perfect way to connect with the community and leave your mark on a local masterpiece.
Early Bird Bonus: The first 10 participants to arrive will receive a complimentary taster glass!
Raffle Prizes: All attendees will be entered into a drawing for a Hall Quarry Beach pass and a Batavia Park District gift card.
Admission: Free, no registration necessary. Beer and wine will be available for separate purchase.
Please note: This program is for participants aged 21 and older.
Did you know 40-50% of people admit to snooping in the host's home when they attend a gathering? Keep your nosey friends and family at bay and rent a facility with the Batavia Park District!
The Peg Bond Center is a beautiful setting for your next party, meeting or event! Learn more about our rental facilities on our website.
Kids create fluffy snow, color and scent it, make a bubbling "snowcano" and finish with an edible marshmallow snowman. Kids will take home their faux snow and while in class will learn a valuable self-esteem lesson: How is snow like us?
This class is designed for 5-13 year olds. Visit our website to learn more and register.
Join the Batavia Depot Museum and the Batavia Historical Society for their Gather and Remember series. This month focuses on Innovation. From small ingenuity to big ideas that changes how we live, share stories of creativity and problem solving. Celebrate the ways our community has adapted, invented and reimagined the world around us.
This is free to attend and drop ins are welcome. Don't miss out on this opportunity to share and learn stories of Batavia's past.
Visit beautiful Sister Bay in Wisconsin's scenic Door County for their annual Fall Fest with this pop up trip! Enjoy an incredible arts and crafts show, pumpkin bowling, live music and delicious food available for purchase. Don't miss the spectacular fall colors along the way! Register on our website using code 470500.
We have partnered with experts in the field to help seniors avoid scams, plan for retirement, protect their income and investments and navigate Medicare. Visit our website to learn more about the classes offered and reserve your seat. Most classes are just $5 per person and take place in the fully accessible new Callahan Community Center.
Not comfortable navigating our website? That's okay! Our friendly Customer Relations Advisors are a phone call away, 630-879-5235, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
NEW POP UP CLASS with Anabananaco!
Create a custom reed diffuser to enjoy throughout the winter season or give as a thoughtful handmade gift! Participants will choose from a curated collection of cozy, winter-inspired fragrances and receive guidance from Ana Banana Co. as they blend, pour, and personalize their own reed diffuser. Each participant will leave with one finished diffuser, reeds, a personalized label, and simple gift-ready packaging. No fragrance blending experience is necessary, and all materials are included.
Register on our website, space is limited!
Your son or daughter wants to start babysitting. Are they ready? Set them up for success with Safe Sitter Essentials! This fun, hands-on class covers babysitting basics. child care techniques, safety and rescue skills, first aid, and tips for running a successful babysitting business. Students should bring a lunch, snack and water bottle.
Register on our website
Next week, we will begin a resurfacing project on the northeast section of the Fox River Trail, extending from Laurelwood Park north to just south of Fabyan Parkway. This segment of the trail will be closed Monday-Friday and re-opened during the weekends. This project is anticipated to take approximately two weeks, weather permitting. Thank you for your patience as we improve the trail!
Discover Chicagolands only cave after sunset at the Red Oak Nature Center. Explore the signs of the season and uncover the hidden lives of nocturnal animals. Discover what makes this cave special and experience nature in a new way. Dress appropriately for the weather as this hike is rain or shine! All children must be accompanied by a registered adult to participate.
Visit our website to learn more and register to discover the cave after dark!
