The Springfield Park District is excited to announce that Dreamland Park has been awarded a $600,000 grant through the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) program administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) This grant will support the redevelopment and enhancement of Dreamland Park, ensuring improved recreational amenities and expanded outdoor opportunities for residents.

The Zoo will be open for Zoo Lights Starting Saturday, December 20, 2025!

Zoo Lights will be closed Friday, December 19, 2025.

Today is Saturday, December 13, 2025. Due to weather conditions today, Ice Jamz at the Nelson Center has been cancelled.

Today is Saturday, December 13, 2025. Due to weather conditions today, Zoo Lights has been cancelled. Stay safe and warm!

Today is Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Due to the expected weather conditions on Sunday, December 14, 2025, Zoo Lights has been cancelled.

Due to expected weather conditions on Sunday, December 14, 2025, Caroling at the Carillon has been cancelled.

The Springfield Park District is celebrating an incredible achievement this week as four of our athletes brought home gold at the Special Olympics State Bowling Tournament in Decatur.

Today is Sunday, November 30, 2025. Zoo Lights at the Henson Robinson Zoo will be closed due to weather conditions. Stay safe and warm!

Today is Saturday, November 29, 2025. Zoo Lights at the Henson Robinson Zoo will be closed today due to weather conditions. Stay safe and warm!

Today is Saturday, November 29, 2025, and Santa House will be closed due to weather conditions. Stay safe and warm!

The Springfield Park District is pleased to announce the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the newly renovated Nelson Center Ice Rink, taking place on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Nelson Center Ice Rink, located within Lincoln Park.

Beginning November 1, all Springfield Park District parks will undergo full winterization.

On October 13, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., Springfield Park District Police were notified of an attempted kidnapping of a two-year-old male child at Kiwanis Park.

We Want Your Input! The Springfield Park District Board of Trustees invites you to share your thoughts on the redevelopment of Chamberlain Park. 📅 Monday, October 20, 2025 🕕 6:00 p.m. 📍 Boys & Girls Club of Central Illinois 300 S. 15th St., Springfield, IL 62703 For more information, please call 217-544-1751.

Lincoln Park and the Nelson Center will be closed to the public today for the Illinois State Fair Parade.

Transforming Lincoln Park into a Fully Inclusive Community Destination Thanks to a generous $600,000 grant award from the State of Illinois, the Springfield Park District is excited to begin a major redevelopment project at Lincoln Park - focused on accessibility, inclusivity, and enhanced recreational features for all.

The Lost Bridge Trail is now open following recent repairs.

The Lost Bridge Trail will be closed on Wednesday, July 30, and Thursday, July 31, for repairs.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting started, pickleball fever is sweeping through Springfield—and we’ve got two big reasons to get excited!

Comer Cox Park Teen Empowerment Zone is postponed until Tuesday, July 8th.

The Parking Lot at Centennial Dog Park is now open to the public.

Lance Flury, Head Golf Professional at the Springfield Park District, teaches ciLiving host Jaclyn Friedlander how to golf!

In collaboration with Juneteenth Inc., we are excited to celebrate a weekend of unity, culture, and community at Comer Cox Park! As part of the Juneteenth festivities, please be advised that the park will close early at approximately 9:00 p.m. on both Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15, following the conclusion of the day’s events.

🛠️ Project Dates: Friday, June 14 – Saturday, June 15 (if needed) 🚫 Trail Closure: A section of the Interurban Trail just north of Woodside will be closed during the work.