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Summer Starts at PrairieFest

PrairieFest 2024: Kendall County’s Biggest Festival Returns! Get ready for PrairieFest, Kendall County’s largest festival, happening from Thursday, June 13 to Sunday, June 16, 2024! Hosted by the Oswegoland Park District, this event is a community celebration you won’t want to miss. Get the latest festival information at prairiefest.com or follow the PrairieFest on Facebook at facebook.com/OswegoPrairieFest. Highlights:… Read More

Your Newest Place to Play: Bluegrass Park

Your Newest Place to Play: Bluegrass Park's New Playground is Open! We're excited to announce that the new playground at Bluegrass Park is officially open and ready for play! Designed specifically for children aged 2-5, this playground offers a range of fun activities including swings, slides, and a climber. But that's not all! Additional improvements… Read More

Enjoy Our Free Splash Pad

Enjoy the Summer at Our Splash Pad! Great news! Our community Splash Pad is now open for the summer season. With the warm weather here, it's a perfect time to visit Prairie Point Park and cool off. The Splash Pad is open daily from 11:00am to 7:30pm through Labor Day Weekend. 17 Fun Features Our… Read More

What’s Happening at Prairie Point Center?

As part of the 2024 Community Investment Program, the Oswegoland Park District is set to redevelop Prairie Point Center. The dated site and facilities will be transformed into an Administrative and Operations hub that will provide Park District staff with the necessary space and technology to continue delivering high-quality recreational services and maintaining the District’s… Read More

Why The Dandelions?

Spring has arrived, bringing with it the emergence of dandelions in our parks. Every year, we get questions asking, "Why doesn’t the Park District control the dandelions?" There are two main reasons: First, we prioritize protecting our environment. Using chemicals to get rid of dandelions would harm the air, water, and soil in our parks.… Read More

Browse Summer Programs

Summer Starts HERE! We have a fantastic lineup of Summer Programs for participants of all ages. You can view all of our Summer Programs right here on our website. Or visit any program page to see what we are offering in your favorite program area! Once you find a program you like, click on the “Enroll”… Read More

New Divisions in Team Sports: Find “Your Place to Play”

Recreational and Competitive Divisions in Youth Sports allow players of all skill levels to find their “Place to Play.” These divisions cater to the diverse needs and preferences of young athletes, allowing them to choose the level of competition that is right for them. Both skill levels, in all divisions, will focus on skill development,… Read More

Make a Splash This Summer

Get ready to dive into summer fun with the Oswegoland Park District! As the temperatures rise, there's no better way to beat the heat than by splashing around in our refreshing pools. Our Civic Center Aquatic Park opens on June 1, followed by Winrock Pool on June 8. Whether you want to lounge poolside or… Read More

Browse Spring Programs

  Spring Fun for Everyone! We have a fantastic lineup of Spring Programs for participants of all ages. You can view all of our Spring Programs right here on our website. Or visit any program page to see what we are offering in your favorite program area! Once you find a program you like, click on… Read More

Board Vacancy Filled

The Oswegoland Park District welcomed Holly Wiggins to the Park Board of Commissioners on Thursday, February 15. Holly has been a resident of Oswego for six years, along with her husband and two daughters. They participate in many Oswegoland Park District programs and events and are proud to live in a town where the Park… Read More

Community Investment Program Highlights for 2024

The District's 2024 Community Investment Program aims to enhance community well-being and recreational spaces by revitalizing existing facilities and introducing new amenities across our extensive network of parks and trails. With amenities spanning parks, facilities, and trails within our 38-square-mile service area, we are committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community, enriching lives, and… Read More

Father’s Day Weekend Plans @ PrairieFest!

PrairieFest 2024 PrairieFest, Kendall Country’s largest festival, is back Thursday, June 13-Sunday, June 16, 2024. Presented by the Oswegoland Park District, the fest kicks off summer with a community celebration over Father’s Day weekend. Free concerts from national, regional, and local bands, along with entertaining, family-friendly performances are the highlight of the weekend, and this… Read More

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