Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Updates
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This webpage is used to provide Naperville Park District patrons with up-to-date information and resources regarding the District's response to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Please continue to check back for updates.
Status of Programs
To check the current status of programs and facilities, please check napervilleparks.org/cancellations
Latest Updates
UPDATE - Friday, March 27, 2020 at 5:00 pm
Facilities, Playgrounds, and Athletic Fields and Courts Are Closed. Knoch Knolls Disc Golf Course, Skate Facilities and Several Parking Lots are Closed. Parks and Trails Remain Open.
In response to Governor Pritzker’s Executive Order issued March 20 for Illinois residents to “stay at home,” all Naperville Park District facilities, playgrounds, athletic fields and courts, and park restrooms across the community are closed to the public through April 7. The District’s 136 parks and trails remain open and residents are encouraged to use them as places to enjoy some fresh air, a walk and some overall wellness, provided visitors practice social distancing and do not gather in groups.
CLOSED facilities include:
-All Playgrounds
-All Athletic Fields and Courts
-All Park Restrooms
-95th Street Center
-Administration Building
-Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center
-Centennial Skate Facility
-Commissioners Park Skate Facility
-Fort Hill Activity Center
-Frontier Skate Facility
-Knoch Knolls Nature Center
-Knoch Knolls Disc Golf Course
-Naperbrook Golf Course
-Seager Park Interpretive Center
-Springbrook Golf Course
-Sportsman’s Park Trapshooting Range
-Studio One
CLOSED parking lots include:
-Ashbury Park
-Arrowhead Park
-Commissioner’s Park (East and West)
-Country Lakes Park
-DuPage River Park
-DuPage River Sports Complex
-Frontier Sports Complex (East and West)
-Gartner Park
-Knoch Knolls Park
-Knoch Park (South)
-Nike Sports Complex (West)
-Winding Creek Park
These parking lots were closed as a measure to address issues with groups gathering in parks.
Programs and Events
All Park District programs and events scheduled to take place through April 12 have been cancelled. Park District programs are tentatively scheduled to begin the week of April 13. The Park District will attempt to reschedule or issue refunds for classes impacted by the cancellation of programs and closure of facilities. Park District customer service staff have begun issuing refunds for cancelled programs scheduled for the month of March and over spring break. Refunds for classes scheduled to occur during the week of April 6 will begin to be issued in April. Please note that the refund process will take up to 14 business days to complete. We appreciate everyone’s patience.
The following events have been cancelled and will not be rescheduled:
- Family Bingo - APR. 3 - CANCELLED
- Flashlight Egg Hunt - APR. 9 - CANCELLED
- Egg Hunt - APR. 11 - CANCELLED
- Partner Best Ball Challenge Tourney at NB - APR. 11 - CANCELLED
- Elan Dance Showcase - APR. 18 - CANCELLED
- Road Rally - APR. 18 - CANCELLED
The following events have been cancelled and either already rescheduled or may be rescheduled in the coming months:
- Golfapalooza - Rescheduled date TBD
- Shred Event - Rescheduled date TBD (Fall 2020)
- Wonderful World of Wheels - Rescheduled date Monday, September 14, 11:00 am-1:00 pm
- Earth Day Fair - Rescheduled date Saturday, October 3, Noon-3:00 pm
Naperville Youth Soccer/Naperville Premier Soccer League – Spring 2020
The spring Naperville Youth Soccer and Premier Soccer season is tentatively scheduled to begin the week of April 13. The start date for the season is subject to change as new information regarding COVID-19 becomes available. Soccer staff are monitoring the situation and based upon when the league is able to begin, a reduced game schedule may be implemented. Premier team training sessions also will be rescheduled when possible after April 13. In the event of a shortened season, program participants will receive a prorated refund for any cancelled games or training sessions. Updates regarding the spring soccer season will be provided to participants as new information becomes available.
Fort Hill Activity Center and Fitness Memberships
The Fort Hill Activity Center, including Fort Hill Fitness, remains closed through April 7. The facility is tentatively scheduled to reopen on April 8. Park District customer service staff have begun issuing refunds for Fort Hill Fitness memberships; members will receive a refund for their March payment, which was billed on March 15. Please note that the refund process will take up to 14 business days to complete. Fort Hill track memberships will be extended and will be available once Fort Hill reopens. We appreciate everyone’s patience.
Volunteers
All Park District volunteer opportunities scheduled to take place through April 12 have been cancelled.
Program Registration
The Park District is continuing to accept online registrations for spring programs, summer camps, Centennial Beach memberships and other upcoming sessions. Register at napervilleparks.org.
Garden Plot Registration
Resident, Nonresident and 2nd plot garden plot registration is scheduled to resume once Customer Service offices reopen. Please check this website for updates on Garden Plot registration dates.
Questions
Any questions should be sent via email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Our staff will respond as quickly as possible.
