FUNGI FESTIVAL
October 11-12, 2025
It’s time for some mycology! Join us for the 2025 Fungi Fest at Anita Purves Nature Center and Lincoln Square Mall. See the event schedule below!

Event Map:

October 11 @ Anita Purves Nature Center – 12:30-6pm
- Mushroom Walks through Busey Woods
- Research Talks
- Interactive Demonstrations
- Hands-on Learning Station
- Arts & Crafts
- Raffle
- And More!
October 12 @ Lincoln Square Mall – 1-4pm
Visit the North Hallway in the Lincoln Square Mall (near the food court) to see Photo Contest and Kids Art Contest entries. You can even vote for your favorite!
- Events
- News
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January 23, 2026
People age 60 and better can come to the Wits Healthy Ageing
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January 23, 2026
Get a free injury screening at the Health & Wellness Center
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January 23, 2026
Several chances to learn and play the dulcimer in 2026 at the park district
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January 23, 2026
Come to the FREE Part Time and Seasonal Job Fair February 5
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January 23, 2026
Teens can help keep our parks beautiful, make new friends, and help the community!
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January 23, 2026
Adults can sign up to create beautiful art in special classes this Winter
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January 23, 2026
Open Gym Basketball, Pickleball, and Volleyball schedules for January - May 2026
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January 23, 2026
Enjoy a tasty treat in our parks this Winter
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January 23, 2026
Join the free Toddler Art Playgroup at Phillips Recreation Center
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January 23, 2026
Little naturalists welcome to Anita Purves Nature Center select Fridays
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January 23, 2026
A day off of school doesn't have to be boring
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January 23, 2026
Fence your way into the new year
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January 23, 2026
Sign up for Adult Co-Rec Dodgeball this Winter at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Creative Senior Connections is back for 2026
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January 23, 2026
Join the park district for Full Moon Yoga this Winter and Spring
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January 23, 2026
Free Fitness Week runs January 5 - 11 at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Check out how the Health & Wellness Center has transformed lives!
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January 23, 2026
Rest for Healers offered at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Plenty of Yoga opportunities this Winter at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Sign up for Co-Rec Volleyball Leagues this Winter at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Plenty of Pickleball opportunities in 2026 at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Learn about Karate this Winter at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Sign up now for the first round of fitness classes at Urbana Park District
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January 23, 2026
Please note the holiday schedule at Urbana Park District facilities
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January 23, 2026
Apply now for Summer camp jobs at Urbana Park District!
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January 23, 2026
Sign up for Deep Water Aerobics this Winter at Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center
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January 23, 2026
Sign up now for swim lessons this Winter
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January 23, 2026
Take the 12 Days of Fitmas Challenge at the Health & Wellness Center this month!
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January 23, 2026
Get ready to celebrate the Winter Solstice December 12 at Anita Purves Nature Center
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January 23, 2026
Last teen hangout zone for 2025 this Friday at Phillips Recreation Center
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January 23, 2026
Volunteering to work in our natural areas is a rewarding experience - just ask one!
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January 23, 2026
Phillips Recreation Center will be closed for annual cleaning December 20 - January 4
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January 23, 2026
Take a holiday swim this month at Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center
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January 23, 2026
Last FRESH Crew Volunteer Day for 2025 is December 12 at Busey Woods
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January 23, 2026
Registration for Summer 2026 Camps opens February 7, 2026
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January 23, 2026
Sledding and cross country skiing opportunities in Urbana parks
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January 23, 2026
What's open and what's closed this Thanksgiving Weekend
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January 23, 2026
Check out the Winter Tap Showcase December 10 at Phillips Recreation Center
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January 23, 2026
Summer 2026 pool memberships are on sale starting Friday!
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January 23, 2026
Sign up for Youth Basketball 2026
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January 23, 2026
Register for the Holiday Camp this December
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January 23, 2026
People age 55 and up are invited to the Step Into Strength Winter Walking Group
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January 23, 2026
Urbana Park District hiring swim instructors
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January 23, 2026
Celebrate the Winter Solstice December 12 at Anita Purves Nature Center
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January 23, 2026
Donate to the Youth Scholarship Fund this Holiday season
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January 23, 2026
Anita Purves Nature Center ready to bring education to you
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January 23, 2026
2025 Turkey Trot T-Shirts on Sale Now!
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January 23, 2026
Veteran's Day schedule at the park district
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January 23, 2026
Sign up for Candy House Creations December 6 at Phillips Recreation Center!
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January 23, 2026
Celebrate America Recycles Day for free November 15 at Anita Purves Nature Center