Hall Quarry Beach is open for the season!
Enjoy the sun, sand and fun! Gates open at 11:30 a.m. for passholders and Noon for the general public
Learn MoreRiver Rhapsody Concert Series
Spend your summer nights with family and friends along the beautiful Batavia Riverwalk. This free summer concert series is on select Wednesday evenings starting on June 17.
Learn MoreBatavia's biggest event of the summer! Windmill City Festival
Celebrate with us July 10-12 at the Batavia Riverwalk. Bring your family and friends, grab some tasty food and beverages and listen to some of the Midwest's best music.
Learn MoreNew spring exhibit at Batavia Depot Museum!
The spring exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is open! "To Secure These Rights..." will explore how the Declaration of Independence established equality and the rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness as the standard for a free people.
Learn More
Fun Ways to Enjoy the Season
Experience the best of every season with activities for all ages, from park programs to community gatherings.
Find Your Adventure!
Programs For All Ages
Fun, fitness, and learning for all ages at Batavia Park District.
Did You Know?
Many programs offered at Batavia Park District have sessions for different ages. Explore all of the different activities and see if they are perfect for your entire family.
Girls softball leagues help young athletes thrive
Our softball program for girls ages 5-14 helps players refine their skills while building confidence and independence. Teams are organized by age so that players compete against peers of similar age and skill level.
Register now for fall softball leagues and help your young athletes discover the joy of the game. Visit bataviaparks.org/softball for details.
New activities added to Windmill City Festival!
See what's new this year, whether your interest is bingo, art, amphibians, fitness or ice cream!
Saturday: Beer Garden Bingo (10 rounds with cash prizes; cards are $1 each or $6 for a sheet of six; ages 21+), an amphibian demonstration for all ages, the Fine Art Fest featuring paintings, sculpture, ceramics, digital art, and more, a free art activity for kids, and the opportunity for festivalgoers ages 15+ to help paint the Peace Out Batavia mural.
Sunday: Fitness demonstrations, the Sundae Funday Challenge (how fast can you eat ice cream?), and friendship bracelet making.
See the complete schedule of festival activities and live music at bataviaparks.org/windmill-city-fest.
Ready to inspire the next generation of little learners?
Are you seeking a fun and interactive job that fits a school schedule? We're hiring an Instructor for New Adventures PlayLab. This unique STEAM-focused early childhood enrichment program for curious kids ages 3-5 sparks creativity and provides young learners with more opportunities to play, discover, and make friends.
Learn more and apply: bataviaparks.info/playlabinstructor.
A chat with Matt
During National Parks and Recreation Month, we are highlighting some of the Park District's people and places. Today, we talk with a parks department crew leader who is responsible for maintaining and prepping our amazing softball and soccer fields here at the district.
Meet Matt Oxnevad, Park District Athletic Fields Crew Leader, who talks about his role in the Park District and his favorite park. Matt has worked for the Park District for 10 years.
Stay tuned this month for more interviews and insights.
The countdown is on! Windmill City Festival kicks off July 10! 🎡
Get ready for 3 days of nonstop fun from Friday evening through Sunday evening! Whether you're looking for live music, delicious food, carnival rides, family activities, or a relaxing evening in the Beer Garden, Windmill City Festival has you covered July 10-12.
Live entertainment
Carnival rides
Food Court & Beer Garden
Help paint Batavia's Peace Out mural
Golf Challenge
Bingo and so much more
Kids will love:
FrogLady
Art with Abrakadoodle
Pet Competition
Sidewalk Chalk Contest
Sundae Funday Challenge
Friendship Bracelet Craft
Make memories all weekend long at one of Batavia's favorite summer traditions. See the full schedule at bataviaparks.org/windmill-city-fest.
Help Paint Batavia’s Community Mural at Windmill City Festival!
July 10–12, during daytime festival hours, the public is invited to help bring the “Peace Out Batavia!” mural to life one brushstroke at a time. Stop by our paint-by-number mural station, grab a paintbrush, and become part of a lasting public art project connected to the “Peace on Earth” pedestrian bridge.
No experience needed
Enjoy live music and festival vibes
Free to participate
Come make art with us and help create something colorful, creative, and uniquely Batavia!
Happy Independence Day!
We hope you’re enjoying a fun-filled Fourth of July with family, friends, and neighbors. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!
Windmill City Festival kicks off this Friday July 10 at 5 p.m. Music starts at 6 p.m.!
Come to the Batavia Riverwalk for live music, activities, a carnival and family fun all weekend long. We have a great lineup of bands that will have you singing and dancing.
Don't miss these hot performers July 10-12!
Friday: Kashmir and Sixteen Candles
Saturday: This End Up Band, Libido Funk Circus, 7th Heaven
Sunday: Beyond the Blonde and Simple Remedy.
See the full schedule at bataviaparks.org/windmill-city-fest/eventschedule
It's National Parks and Recreation Month!
We asked members of our community one question: What's your favorite part of the Batavia Park District?
From beautiful parks to fun programs and lasting memories, here's what they had to say. What's your favorite? Share it in the comments
Register now for Batavia Bobcats 11 U travel softball tryouts!
The Batavia Bobcats are holding tryouts on July 13 at Memorial Park for players who will be 11 years old before Aug. 31.
Pitcher/catcher tryouts are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Position player tryouts are from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Season structure
Professionally coached offseason training
Spring/summer practices, games and tournaments
One weekend overnight tournament
Register at bataviaparks.org/softball/#travel-softball-team
