Wellness Programs

October 14, 2026

Throw it back with Retro Game Night November 13 at Phillips Recreation Center

This is a new event and features video games from the past 40 years.

October 14, 2026

Kids ages 2 - 12 can enter the Halloween Funfest Costume Contest October 13

The Funfest will be at Marketplace Mall in Champaign.

October 14, 2026

Sign up for day camp when Urbana School District is off on November 2

School's Out Day is for kids ages 6 - 12.

October 14, 2026

It's Pre-K Winter soccer at the Health & Wellness Center!

Sign your child up by November 12.

October 14, 2026

Sign up now for the second session of Capoeira Angola

This is an exciting dance and music class that begins Octrober.

October 14, 2026

Walk with a Naturalist October 7 at Weaver Park.

This walk is FREE and all are invited. No registration is required.

October 14, 2026

Kids in grades 1 - 4 can learn basketball skills this Fall

Pre-Season Shooters is Saturdays in November and December.

October 14, 2026

Celebrate Active Aging at Urbana Park District!

We celebrate everyone age 50 and better with special programs October 6 - 12.

October 14, 2026

Register now for the second round of Fall fitness classes!

We have a variety of fitness classes for all ages, interests, and abilities.

October 14, 2026

Help the park district revitalize King Park

The park is in line for a new playground and upgraded, accessible features.

October 14, 2026

People ages 11 - 14 can learn to be a Safe Sitter, October 17 at Anita Purves Nature Center

Safe Sitter is a one-day, nationally certified course.

October 14, 2026

Kids can get curious about geology October 10 at Anita Purves Nature Center

Geologist Joan Crockett will open the Geology Curiosity Cabinet for kids ages 6 - 12.

October 14, 2026

Calling all foodies and artists!

Spooky Charcuteries & Night Painting is a new event October 20 at Phillips Recreation Center.

October 14, 2026

Learn "Mindfulness in Nature" this Fall!

Join us at Anita Purves Nature Center October 3 and December 5.

October 14, 2026

Parents can enjoy a night out on us!

Urbana Park District will watch your kids while you go on a well-deserved date - or just hang out together!

October 14, 2026

Kids ages 4 - 6 invited to learn basketball this November and December

"Rookie Hoopers" runs Saturdays from November 7 - December 19.

October 14, 2026

All invited to free Fungi Friday Hikes at Anita Purves Nature Center

Walk through Busey Woods and learn about this important piece of nature!

October 14, 2026

Creative Senior Connections is back for the Fall!

Creative Senior Connections is for people age 50+ at Phillips Recreation Center.

October 14, 2026

Learn responsible spending habits for the approaching holiday season

Inpulse Spending & Holiday Planning workshop is free on October 14.

October 14, 2026

Check out the FREE Dulcimer Jam this Fall at Urbana Park District

The jam is Tuesdays at 2 p.m., at Phillips Recreation Center

October 14, 2026

It's sweet treats and fresh air this Fall at the FREE S'mores Social

This event is free for all ages and there is no registration required.

October 14, 2026

Get personal fitness training at the Health & Wellness Center

Pay for one, five, or ten sessions.

October 14, 2026

Day camps for kids this Fall at Urbana Park District

Take advantage of a day camp when Urbana School District is off.

October 14, 2026

Celebrate bike month in our community and in our parks!

Bike to Work Week and Light the Night events coming up soon!

October 14, 2026

A new and FREE event for teens October 3

The Teen Artist Retreat will be at Anita Purves Nature Center.

October 14, 2026

People age 60 and better can get together this Fall and match wits with each other

"Wits Workout" is free, once a month.

October 14, 2026

All invited to "Take a Child Outside Week" starting September 21

Several free activities are at Urbana Park District that will get you and your family outside.

October 14, 2026

Take swing dance classes this fall at Urbana Park District

People have two sessions to choose from, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.

October 14, 2026

Urbana Indoor Aquatic Center open

Lap swim is Monday - Friday. Open swim during Urbana School District Fall Break.

October 14, 2026

Come to the free Ukulele Jam Wednesdays this Fall at Phillips Recreation Center!

The jam is free for all ages and abilities.

October 14, 2026

Join the Co-Rec Volleyball League this Fall at Urbana Park District

League games are Tuesday evenings beginning October 6.

October 14, 2026

Facility hours for the Labor Day Weekend 2026

This is the last weekend for the outdoor pool

October 14, 2026

Access your joy in a special session at Anita Purves Nature Center September 19

Ritual and Release: Channeling Echo-Grief is a new and free program.

October 14, 2026

Enjoy an evening of crafts and community October 2

Sign up today for Mocktails and Makers Night.

October 14, 2026

Join us on a Walk and Talk History of Busey Woods September 19

This is a free event and no registration is required.

October 14, 2026

Open Gym Pickleball, Basketball, and Volleyball back at the Health & Wellness Center!

Here's the schedule for the rest of 2026.

October 14, 2026

Learn about how Meadowbrook Park came to life during a free walking tour September 19

Local author Roger Diggs leads the free tour and tells the Meadowbrook Park story.

October 14, 2026

A fun, safe, and FREE place for teens to hangout this Fall!

The Teen Hangout Zone is select Fridays in the Fall at Phillips Recreation Center.

October 14, 2026

Connect to nature this Fall with special hikes with Urbana Park District

Connecting You to Nature Hikes is free and no registration is required!

October 14, 2026

Reset yourself at the Health & Wellness Center September 19

Relax your mind and body and get ready for Fall, in a special session.

October 14, 2026

Special days and times for Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners study sessions

The board will meet in study session August 31 and September 1.

October 14, 2026

Anita Purves Nature Center offers Whimsy For Adults September 11

Whimsy For Adults: Learning Plants Through Play is a new program.

October 14, 2026

Nominating petitions for 2027 Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners election available

People can pick up nominating petitions at the administration office at 303 W. University Avenue.

October 14, 2026

Sign up for the Low Relief Flower Carving workshop

The workshop is September 19, and people can make their own creations.

October 14, 2026

Sunday Morning Bird Walks return this Fall

Bird walks start at Anita Purves Nature Center every Sunday from September 6 - October 25.

October 14, 2026

City of Urbana road work means detours around Crystal Lake Park, Anita Purves Nature Center, and the pool.

Access the park on Park Street and the pool on Kerr Avenue.

October 14, 2026

Celebrate different cultures at the Mid-Autumn Festival Family Night September 9

Everything is free September 9 from 5-7 p.m., at Anita Purves Nature Center.

October 14, 2026

Register now for Co-Rec Kickball this Fall at Urbana Park District

Four men and four women make up a team.

October 14, 2026

Learn a new language this Fall at Urbana Park District

Conversation Café is the first Thursday of the month September - December.

October 14, 2026

Learn how to make beautiful stained-glass decorations this Fall at Urbana Park District

Make a different design every month.