Neighborhood Playground Programs

It’s time to get out and play with friends at your neighborhood park! Break a sweat playing fun games such as spiderball, four-square, kickball, table hockey, wet and wild water play, and more.

NOTE: Separate registration(s) must be completed for each location you attend.

Weather Alerts

When the weather forces program modifications or cancellations, look for updates in the Rockford Park District Mobile App or on the Alerts page of the Rockford Park District website.

Beattie Playground | 1251 Rural Street | Rockford, IL 61107

  • Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2026

  • Hours: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Bloom Park | 2901 Pelham Road | Rockford, IL 61107

  • Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2026

  • Hours: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Harmon Park | 1924 East Gate Parkway | Rockford, IL 61108

  • Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2026

  • Hours: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Highland Park | 3011 Rural Street | Rockford, IL 61107

  • Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2026

  • Hours: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Keye-Mallquist Park | 1702 11th Street | Rockford, IL 61104

  • Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2026

  • Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Ridge Park | 3317 Ridge Avenue | Rockford, IL 61103

  • Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2026

  • Hours: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Wantz Memorial Park | 602 E Riverside Blvd | Loves Park, IL 61111

  • Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2026

  • Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Jr. Leader Training Camp

Ages: 13-15

Experience firsthand what it’s like to work as a leader with the Rockford Park District summer camps. Teens will learn how to lead sports, recreational activities, basic group planning, and communication skills. Following this four-day camp, teens will be placed as volunteers at a summer program or camp site.