Rent a Pavilion
Reserving your space well in advance of your event offers you a wider choice of dates, times and locations. Please reserve at least 2 weeks in advance. We can book a space for you as far as 11 months prior to your event. Restrooms are available mid-April to mid-October. When restrooms are closed, portable toilets are located nearby. Prices listed are per time slot.
Call 217-367-1544 to inquire about a reservation. Full payment required for reservation.
You can download a rental packet and return it to the Phillips Recreation Center by email or fax. Once received you will be contacted for payment. Pavilions will not be reserved until payment is received.
- Off Season: Between November 1 and March 31, each of these pavilions may be rented at the off-season rate of $50 per time slot.
- Peak Season: Apr 1-Oct 31 Prices below are Peak Season Prices
- Pavilion Time Slots: 9am-2pm | 3pm-8pm
Other Available Shelters
The following parks have shelters available for free on a first-come, first-serve basis: Blair Park | Crestview Park | Crystal Lake Park | Friendship Grove | King Park | Victory Park
Rentable Pavilions
North Woods Pavilion
Crystal Lake Park | $85
The North Woods Pavilion is a shaded outdoor site in Crystal Lake Park that offers barbecue facilities, nearby sand volleyball, electricity, lights on timers, seating for up to 48 and nearby parking.
Large Pavilion
Crystal Lake Park | $110
The Large Pavilion is an open-air facility in Crystal Lake Park. The pavilion is accessible from Park Street and overlooks Crystal Lake. The pavilion has seating for groups up to 176. Nearby features include a large grill, electricity, water fountain, lights on timers, two horseshoe pits, playground and volleyball area with net. Portable toilets are available. Parking is easily accessible.
PrairiePlay Pavilion
Meadowbrook Park | $85
This pavilion is adjacent to PrairiePlay playground. Located in Meadowbrook Park, this pavilion is the perfect spot to hold a child’s birthday party, family reunion or any group gathering as large as 48 people. Other features include electricity, water fountain, restrooms and lights on timers. No grills at this location.
Garden Pavilion
Meadowbrook Park | $95
This pavilion is located in the heart of Meadowbrook Park. Surrounded by hiking trails, an organic and herb garden and re-created prairie, it is ideal for any special occasion. The pavilion has seating for up to 64 people and also includes electricity, water fountain, restrooms, and lights on timers. No grills at this location.
Jean Driscoll Pavilion
AMBUCS Park | $110
The Jean Driscoll Pavilion is an open air facility located in AMBUCS Park (formerly Woodland) on University Avenue. It can accommodate up to 120 people. Nearby features include a playground, restrooms, large round grill, water fountain and accessible parking. Electricity is available, with lights on timers.
Nick Santi Pavilion
AMBUCS Park | $95
This pavilion in AMBUCS Park (formerly Woodland) offers a large, double barbecue and seating for up to 64. Electricity is available with lights on timers. Adjacent are handicapped accessible play features and playground.
Jettie Rhodes Pavilion
King Park | $95
This pavilion is perfect for family reunions or other gatherings. It offers seating for up to 64 people and access to grills and seasonal restrooms. Electricity is available. Nearby features include tennis courts, playground equipment and a walking path.
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March 28, 2025
Time running out to buy pool memberships at discounted rate!
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March 28, 2025
Open Gym Basketball continues into the spring
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March 28, 2025
Come to the free Ukulele Jam every Wednesday night at Phillips Recreation Center
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March 28, 2025
Open Swim all week at Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center
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March 28, 2025
Sign up for Youth Summer Theatre Auditions
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March 28, 2025
Families can sign up for Nature Tales and Trails this spring
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March 28, 2025
Enjoy the warmer weather and check out the new PrairiePlay at Meadowbrook Park
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March 28, 2025
Learn to be a life guard and serve the public this summer
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March 28, 2025
Sign up for Egg Hunt With a Splash happening April 13
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March 28, 2025
Free Woodcock Walk on March 19 at Meadowbrook Park
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The next free Connecting You to Nature Hike is March 11 at Weaver Park
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March 28, 2025
Final Smores Social and Stroll for the winter is this Sunday
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March 28, 2025
Read Across America is this Saturday at Lincoln Square
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March 28, 2025
Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center will be open for public swim during spring break
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March 28, 2025
Urbana Park District is hiring
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March 28, 2025
Take a nice walk and talk books this Saturday at Meadowbrook Park
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Get pool passes and memberships through April 30 for a special discount
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Time running out to register for round two of our spring fitness classes
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March 28, 2025
The Anita Purves Nature Center is hosting two Owl Prowls in March
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March 28, 2025
Look for improvements to South Ridge Park in March
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March 28, 2025
Sign up for the free Winter Tree ID at Anita Purves Nature Center
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March 28, 2025
Teens Welcome to Phillips Recreation Center February 21 for the FREE Hangout Zone
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March 28, 2025
Parents and littles welcome to the FREE Baby Steps beginning March 11
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Sunday Morning Bird Walks are back this spring
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March 28, 2025
Sign up for Youth Soccer this Spring at Urbana Park District
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March 28, 2025
Time is runing out to get an early bird discount for spring fitness classes
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March 28, 2025
Sign up for the second session of Mat Pilates
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March 28, 2025
Register for T-Ball this spring and summer at Urbana Park District
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March 28, 2025
Congratulations to the Best in Show Photographic Print Competition Winners
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March 28, 2025
Sign up for Immerse Yoga this Spring at the Lake House in Crystal Lake Park
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March 28, 2025
Enjoy Smores and a nice walk at Crystal Lake Park this Sunday
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March 28, 2025
Public invited to free nature hikes this winter and spring in park district natural areas
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March 28, 2025
Public invited to learn more and give input about the next Kickapoo Rail Trail project
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March 28, 2025
Open Dance Studio at Phillips Recreation Center two times a week
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March 28, 2025
Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count February 14 - 17
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March 28, 2025
People in Grades 6 - 8 will learn to be a Safe Sitter April 5
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March 28, 2025
Learn more about bird watching February 8 at Anita Purves Nature Center
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March 28, 2025
Sign up for Family Friendly Zumba Night
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March 28, 2025
All invited to the free Harmony Through Beads workshop February 15
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March 28, 2025
Health and Wellness Center has extended hours - including weekends
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March 28, 2025
Kids in grades 4 - 6 invited to learn how to be Safe at Home
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March 28, 2025
New Pickleball League begins February 4
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March 28, 2025
People age 6 and under and their adult are welcome to Anita Purves Nature Center Fridays this Winter
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March 28, 2025
Get your best photos entered TODAY in Best in Show
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March 28, 2025
Free opportunity for teens to hang out and have fun this semester
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March 28, 2025
Register for Forest School Afternoons for kids ages 6-12
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March 28, 2025
Toddler Art Playgroup is back in 2025
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March 28, 2025
Tango lessons this Winter and Spring at Urbana Park District
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March 28, 2025
Join Open Gym Pickleball weekdays at the Health and Wellness Center
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March 28, 2025
A Winter round of Smores Social and Stroll begins this weekend at Crystal Lake Park