Bloomington Parks & Recreation

Bloomington Parks & Recreation "We create community through people, parks, and programs."

The City of Bloomington Illinois' Parks & Recreation Department exists to maintain and enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Bloomington by providing park, recreation and leisure opportunities through organized programs and by acquiring, developing, maintaining, preserving, and enhancing recreation areas, open spaces, and facilities, in the most cost-efficient manner."We create community through people, parks, and programs.

🔵Youth and Adult Swim Lessons are filling up fast! Lessons are held at Bloomington High School Pool. ▶Learn more and sig...
09/06/2026

🔵Youth and Adult Swim Lessons are filling up fast! Lessons are held at Bloomington High School Pool. ▶Learn more and sign up today via the link https://shorturl.at/6FEI3

Register your teen for Fun with Tiles! Participants in this program will use a variety of techniques on a variety of til...
09/05/2026

Register your teen for Fun with Tiles! Participants in this program will use a variety of techniques on a variety of tiles to create refrigerator magnets, coasters, and decorative items. 🎨✨

👤 Ages 16+
📆 Thursdays, September 17-24
⏰ 6:00-7:30 PM
📍 Inside Out Accessible Art (200 W. Monroe St.)
🔎 Learn more/register here: https://shorturl.at/uYVNm

📢 Parks & Rec. Fall registration is open now to all residents and non-residents! ▶ Sign up early classes fill up fast!🍂 ...
09/05/2026

📢 Parks & Rec. Fall registration is open now to all residents and non-residents! ▶ Sign up early classes fill up fast!🍂 Sports, Miller Park Zoo, Golf, Art Classes, Community Events, and MORE!

🎨 Are you a creative young adult who wants to try a new skill or material but doesn’t want to ask for a bunch of new sup...
09/04/2026

🎨 Are you a creative young adult who wants to try a new skill or material but doesn’t want to ask for a bunch of new supplies? Or do you just want to have a space to create? Bring your creativity, your headphones, and the music of your choice. We provide a complete studio of materials and teachers who can help or stay on the sidelines.

👤 Ages 10-18
📆 Wednesdays, September 9, 16, 23, 30 (come to one or come to all!)
⏰ 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Lincoln Leisure Center
🔎 Learn more/register here: https://shorturl.at/ucDug

🔥 All guests at O'Neil Aquatics Center this weekend will receive 20% off all concession items! 🌭🍕🍭🍦🟠 A reminder Holiday ...
09/04/2026

🔥 All guests at O'Neil Aquatics Center this weekend will receive 20% off all concession items! 🌭🍕🍭🍦

🟠 A reminder Holiday Pool is closed for the season.
🔵 O'Neil Aquatics Center Hours through Labor Day are:
▶ Friday (9/4) : 4:00-7:00 PM
▶ Saturday (9/5) and Sunday (9/6) : 12:00-6:00 PM
▶ Labor Day (9/7): 11:00 AM-5:00 PM

We hope you can join us for the last pool weekend of the season! 💦

Labor Day Weekend Hours!🔵O'Neil Aquatics Center Hours through Labor Day are:▶Fridays: 4:00 - 7 PM▶Sat & Sun: 12:00 - 6 P...
09/04/2026

Labor Day Weekend Hours!
🔵O'Neil Aquatics Center Hours through Labor Day are:
▶Fridays: 4:00 - 7 PM
▶Sat & Sun: 12:00 - 6 PM
▶Labor Day: 11:00AM - 5:00PM
🟠A reminder Holiday Pool is closed for the season.

The Art of Animals 🎨🦁Ages 8–17 - Mon., Sept. 7 @ the Zoo!Let creativity run wild as science meets art in this hands‑on z...
09/04/2026

The Art of Animals 🎨🦁
Ages 8–17 - Mon., Sept. 7 @ the Zoo!
Let creativity run wild as science meets art in this hands‑on zoo adventure. Join artist & naturalist Jill Wallace for animal meet‑and‑greets, and realistic art journaling you’ll be proud to take home. Materials + snacks included. Let’s draw the wild side! 🌿🐾 ▶Register today! https://shorturl.at/z7KBd

🔵Disc Golf Clinic▶Ages 7-12📍Forrest Park - Register today!Young players will immerse into the growing sport of disc golf...
09/04/2026

🔵Disc Golf Clinic
▶Ages 7-12
📍Forrest Park - Register today!
Young players will immerse into the growing sport of disc golf as they learn how to throw drivers, midrange discs, and putters with confidence. Each session features fun, interactive drills and games designed to introduce different types of shots in a fun environment. At the final class, players will put everything together and play the course!

✨ Get ready to explore, experiment, and have FUN with Sensory Sensations! This hands-on program is designed to discover ...
09/04/2026

✨ Get ready to explore, experiment, and have FUN with Sensory Sensations! This hands-on program is designed to discover exciting sensory activities through creative play. Plus, make your own sensory toy to bring home! ✨

👤 Ages 7-12
📆 Wednesdays, September 16-30
⏰ 6:15-7:15 PM
📍 Lincoln Leisure Center
🔎 Learn more/register here: https://shorturl.at/METnn

🏈 Flag Football @ Tipton Park - Ages 8 & 9 and 10 & 11During this co-ed camp, players will learn essential skills like t...
09/03/2026

🏈 Flag Football @ Tipton Park - Ages 8 & 9 and 10 & 11
During this co-ed camp, players will learn essential skills like throwing, catching, positioning, running routes, pulling flags, and even run some plays. Each day features upbeat drills and mini-games that will build fundamentals, foster teamwork, and provide coaching inside a supportive and non-contact environment. Sign up today!

Address

109 E Olive Street
Bloomington, IL
61701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13094342260

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