Press Release – November 20, 2019 AURORA – The Fox Valley Park Foundation directly supports the Fox Valley Park District’s pillar of social equity, in which it is committed to providing residents with access to all – the opportunity to engage in programs they otherwise might not be able to afford. In the last two… Read More
Looking for “concerts in the park” programs? Check out our program guide!
Inside the Numbers: FVPD Scores Favorably vs. National Averages
Good to see you, July, and Happy National Park and Recreation Month! Sure, things may look and feel a bit different this year, but there’s every reason to celebrate this special month, for we as a country – not just an agency – have officially observed Park and Recreation Month since 1985. Though the COVID-19… Read More
Public Notices
Public Notice In partnership with West Aurora School District 129, the Fox Valley Park District has been officially approved for the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers federal grant for the current school year with final budget approved on November 21, 2023 and retroactive to July 1, 2023. This is year two of… Read More
Dog Parks
Lincoln Park Dog Park ● Directions Mingle with other pet owners and let your dog get some exercise off-leash at the Lincoln Park Dog Park. The Dog Park is located on the south side of Lincoln Park, at Russell and Lakewood on the west side of Aurora Gregory Island Dog Park ● Directions Featuring a… Read More
Tennis / Pickleball Courts
Tennis Fox Valley Park District offers 4 outdoor tennis locations and 1 indoor tennis location that are available for use. Outdoor courts are available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Austin Memorial Park E. Mill St & SE River Rd., Montgomery, 60538 2 courts, shelter, open dawn to dusk Goodwin Park/Goodwin Elementary School 18 Poplar… Read More
Communications & Public Info
The Fox Valley Park District believes in transparency and strives to maintain an open line of communication with our community members. Use the information on this page to connect with District team members. For general information, call 630-897-0516 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Board of Commissioners The Fox Valley Park… Read More
Fox Valley Park District Wins State's ‘Best of the Best’ Award
Press Release – September 15, 2020 District honored by IAPD for its commitment to ‘Best Green Practices’ AURORA – The Fox Valley Park District today announces that it has received a “Best of the Best” award from the Illinois Association of Park Districts in the category of Best Green Practices. The District will be recognized… Read More
‘Do-It-All Gal,’ Debbie Smith, Retires from Fox Valley Park District
Debbie Smith began her career as a preschool teacher, putting her double-major in education to efficient use. So, here’s a pop quiz in math: Question: What’s the difference between December 31, 2020 and August 21, 1987? Answer: 12,187 days. And despite weekends, holidays and vacations sprinkled throughout, not one passed without Debbie Smith thinking about… Read More
Fox Valley Park District Readies for Reopening of Blackberry Farm
Press Release – March 1, 2021 Early-bird season passes on sale from March 1 to May 14 AURORA – Blackberry Farm – the Fox Valley Park District’s living history museum – is set to reawaken in 2021, after the entirety of the 2020 season was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Season passes are… Read More
What's Happening This Summer at FVPD
Whether it’s soaking, sunning, singing – or all of the above – who’s up for a generous dose of fun this summer? From concerts to canoe races, we’re rolling out a variety of activities to meet your pace of play. Here are some ideas to consider, but be sure to check out our Summer 2023… Read More