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 MorePints by the Pond
Batavia's Favorite Craft Beer Festival Is Saturday, September 26! Purchase your tickets today before they sell out!
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.
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Fun Ways to Enjoy the Season
Experience the best of every season with activities for all ages, from park programs to community gatherings.
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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.
You're invited to the premiere of "Our Hometown History", a new video program presented by the Batavia Depot Museum and proudly sponsored by the Batavia Park District. Through photographs and treasures from the Museum’s remarkable collection, the program brings Batavia’s fascinating people, places and stories to life.
Tonight, Wednesday, September 9
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Screening at 6:30 p.m.
Founders Room, Batavia Public Library
The 20-minute screening will be followed by a discussion and light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. You can register using the QR code on the invitation.
We had a great time hosting Batavia Chamber of Commerce Coffee and Commerce this morning! Thank you for visiting with us and checking out the Callahan Community Center!
Batavia Park District staff is gearing up for the Battle for Batavia this weekend (Saturday, September 12 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM) along with the Batavia Professional Firefighters Local 3436, Batavia Police Illinois and Batavia Public School District 101 at Memorial Park, 601 Illinois Avenue.
Come cheer us on and check out our selected charities below!
Calling all Halloween enthusiasts! The Batavia Park District invites you to showcase your spooky creativity in our Halloween House Decorating Contest! Whether your style is hauntingly eerie, delightfully spooky, or full of whimsical charm, this is your chance to transform your home into a Halloween masterpiece and win a fantastic prize.
Categories: Overall Halloween Spirit and People's Choice (voted by the community)
Judging Information:
All displays will be judged on Wednesday, October 14, between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Be sure your decorations are up and visible for our judges during this time!
Prizes:
Winners in both categories will receive a Batavia Park District prize package, which will be awarded the following day.
How to Participate:
Register online by October 11, register here: bataviaparks.info/2026HalloweenHouse
After you register, submit 3-5 photos of your decorated house for judging by October 11. Please send your photos to zachm@bataviaparks.org. Make sure the photos highlight your Halloween sprit and decorations!
Photos and addresses of the participating homes will be available if you want to take your family for a spooky tour! 🎃
Unwind at the end of the day with an easy and relaxing yoga session held by candlelight and overlooking the beautiful Depot Pond and Fox River in the Callahan Community Center.
Register: bataviaparks.info/candlelightyoga1026
“You're off to great places, today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!” – Dr. Seuss
Wishing our New Horizons Preschool families and teachers a wonderful first day today and tomorrow! It's going to be a great year!
Make your plans for Pints by the Pond, Batavia's craft beer festival. Sample unique beers from more than a dozen local breweries and get a bite to eat from the food trucks. Tickets include entry to the fest, three hours of beer tastings of 20, 3-ounce samplings and a commemorative beer glass. Want more time? Select the VIP option for early entry.
Learn more and reserve your pint: bataviaparks.org/event/pints-by-the-pond/
Happy Labor Day! Batavia Park District administrative offices are closed in observance of the holiday. We will re-open on Tuesday, September 8th at 8:30 a.m. While we're closed bataviaparks.org is open for program registrations.
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Our basketball leagues are a slam dunk! Learn the game of basketball, build skills, work as a team and most importantly HAVE FUN! Our developmental basketball leagues start for boys and girls in Kindergarten with leagues up to 8th grade.
Learn more and register: bataviaparks.org/program/basketball/
We're looking for our next Cheer and Tumbling Instructor. If you have a passion for teaching the next generation of tumblers and cheerleaders, we would love to hear from you!
Visit our website to learn more about the position and apply: bataviaparks.org/about/employment/
The Batavia Depot Museum is partnering with the National Association of Children's Museums to provide a free family day for learning and playing. This fun event will include yard games, activity books, learning activities and more!
This event takes place on Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Museum, 155 Houston St., Batavia. All ages are welcome. No registration required.
🐝Busy Bees brings the outdoors in with nature inspired classes. A new book and project will be done each week surrounding a monthly theme.
Fridays, 1-2:30 PM, September 11-25 - Nature Art
Fridays, 1-2:30 PM, October 2-30 - Endangered Animals
Fridays, 1-2:30 PM, November 6-20 - Harvesting Food
This class is sure to please even the busiest of bees! 🐝
Register: bataviaparks.info/busybees2026
