Hall Quarry Beach is open for the season!
Enjoy the sun, sand and fun! Gates open at 11:30 a.m. for passholders and Noon for the general public
Learn MoreRiver Rhapsody Concert Series
Spend your summer nights with family and friends along the beautiful Batavia Riverwalk. This free summer concert series is on select Wednesday evenings starting on June 17.
Learn MoreBatavia's biggest event of the summer! Windmill City Festival
Celebrate with us July 10-12 at the Batavia Riverwalk. Bring your family and friends, grab some tasty food and beverages and listen to some of the Midwest's best music.
Learn MoreNew spring exhibit at Batavia Depot Museum!
The spring exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is open! "To Secure These Rights..." will explore how the Declaration of Independence established equality and the rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness as the standard for a free people.
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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.
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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.
Please note: Our Bark Park at West Main Community Park will be closed on Friday, July 17, from 7 a.m. to noon for maintenance.
If you haven't had a chance to tour the Callahan Community Center, be sure to stop by on Saturday or Sunday during Windmill City Festival. The building will be open for activities, and you can also come in and check it out.
On Saturday, check out the Fine Art Fest from noon to 8 p.m. and an art activity for all ages from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
On Sunday, stop by the Callahan for a dance fitness demonstration at noon and family activities for kids ages 11 and younger from 1 to 3 p.m.
Take a look at these slides and see all the great amenities at Callahan Community Center.
Get set for the first night of Windmill City Festival tomorrow night!
The festival opens at 5 p.m. Check out the Golf Challenge, carnival and delicious food and drink in the food court and beer garden.
Kashmir takes the stage at 6 p.m. to rock out to the best of Led Zeppelin. Sixteen Candles follows at 9 p.m. with an unforgettable set list of 1980s classics.
Need a rest from the fest? Visit the SootheSpace provided by Fox Valley Special Recreation Association. This is a safe sensory space for those who need a quiet place to rest for a moment. The SootheSpace is located behind the Peg Bond Center adjacent to the playground.
Thank you to our presenting sponsors T-Fiber, Midwest Tents & Events, Ignite Medical Resorts
See the full schedule at bataviaparks.org/windmill-city-fest.
Show off your amazing pet at the Windmill City Festival Pet Competition! 🐾
Bring your furry (or not-so-furry!) friend to the Main Stage on Saturday, July 11, for an afternoon of fun, laughs, and prizes!
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• The contest starts at 2 p.m.
• Free registration begins at 1:45 p.m. near the Main Stage.
• The first 50 pets to register will receive a doggie bag of goodies!
Compete in one of five fun categories:
• Best Kisser
• Best Trick
• Highest Jump
• Best Costume
• Most Unusual
Dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, and reptiles are all welcome. Come cheer on your favorites and see who takes home the prizes!
A special thanks to our emcee, Craig Foltos of Foltos Tonsorial Parlor, and our Pet Competition sponsor, Waubonsee Community College.
Make your plans for Windmill City Festival!
Enjoy live music, great food, family-friendly activities, and a weekend full of fun.
Before you go, please note:
• The ONLY entrance to the festival is at the corner of Island and Houston. The exit gate by the Batavia Depot Museum is not a festival entrance. Patrons will be asked to walk along the festival fencing to the entrance.
• Security is checking all bags, purses, and strollers at the festival entrance.
• Coolers are permitted. They will be checked by security at the entrance.
• No outside alcohol is allowed.
• The Batavia Police Department will use a drone during the event to enhance public safety.
• Dogs are welcome until 6 p.m.
• No smoking or vaping on festival grounds.
Find everything you need to know, including the band lineup, activities, food vendors, sponsors, and more at bataviaparks.org/windmill-city-fest.
Check out our amazing music lineup for Windmill City Festival!
We have an excellent assortment of high-energy entertainment all weekend long:
Kashmir: The best of Led Zeppelin
sixteencandlesband: Your favorite tunes from the 1980s
This End Up Band: Rock, pop and country hits by a diverse group of artists
Libido Funk Circus: 1970s disco and legendary rock from the 1960s to today
7th heaven: The best classics from the 1970s and 1980s
Beyond The Blonde: A tribute to PINK, Gwen Stefani and Lady Gaga
The Simple Remedy: A fusion of country, rock, blues and soul
For the complete festival schedule, visit bataviaparks.org/windmill-city-fest.
Register now for Batavia Bobcats 11 U travel softball tryouts!
The Batavia Bobcats are holding tryouts on July 13 at Memorial Park for players who will be 11 years old before Aug. 31.
Pitcher/catcher tryouts are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Position player tryouts are from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Season structure
Professionally coached offseason training
Spring/summer practices, games and tournaments
One weekend overnight tournament
Register at bataviaparks.org/softball/#travel-softball-team
Windmill City Festival setup is underway!
As we get ready for Windmill City Festival, Houston Street between Water Street and Island Avenue will be closed beginning around 3 a.m. Thursday, July 9, through early Monday morning, July 13.
Visiting the Callahan Community Center or New Adventures PlayLab? Please use the public parking lot just south of the Callahan Center (enter just south of the Batavia Popcorn Depot).
Thanks for your patience as we prepare for a fun festival weekend! 🎡
Energy City Soccer helps young athletes thrive
Registration is now open for Energy City Soccer leagues. Sign up for the 3-4, 5-6 or 7-8 league. Kids learn soccer skills, fundamentals and the importance of teamwork.
Soccer leagues also help kids with discipline and focus, self-confidence and motor skills and coordination.
Register by July 18 at bataviaparks.org/program/soccer.
See you Saturday, July 11, at the Fine Art Fest brought to you by Water Street Studios, indoors in the Callahan Center during Windmill City Festival. The art show runs from Noon-8 P and features a variety of art from local artists. Free entry, air-conditioning and indoor restrooms. See you there!A new opportunity for local art enthusiasts is blowing into town this summer at Batavia's annual Windmill City Festival.
Windmill City Festival is a beloved community tradition spanning seven decades. This year, staff of the Batavia Depot Museum and the Batavia Park District are pleased to add the inaugural Windmill City (Fine Art) Fest to the line up on Saturday, July 11th.
The Fine Art Fest will take place indoors at the new Callahan Community Center from noon to 8 p.m. Discover local artists offering original works for sale at this juried show. You may find a treasure to take home!
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Beat the heat at Hall Quarry Beach!
Looking for the perfect way to cool off on a hot day? Head to Hall Quarry Beach, open today from noon to 7 p.m.
Grab your towel, gather your friends and get ready for a day of summer fun! Swim, splash, relax on the sandy beach or take on the inflatable water features. Feeling adventurous? Climb the diving tower, race down the slide, play a game of volleyball or enjoy a picnic by the water.
Daily admission/10-visit punch pass
• In-district: $10/$90
• Out-of-district: $15/$120
Make the most of these sunny days! We'll see you at the Quarry! For details, visit bataviaparks.org/hall-quarry-beach.
Girls softball leagues help young athletes thrive
Our softball program for girls ages 5-14 helps players refine their skills while building confidence and independence. Teams are organized by age so that players compete against peers of similar age and skill level.
Register now for fall softball leagues and help your young athletes discover the joy of the game. Visit bataviaparks.org/softball for details.
