Parks. People. Progress.

Serving Kankakee For 100 Years!

The Kankakee Valley Park District exists to acquire, develop and maintain parks; promote the conservation of natural and historical resources, and provide recreational facilities, programs, and services for the benefit of all District residents.

Established in 1925, The District serves the 28,250 residents of Aroma Park and Kankakee Townships. It is governed by five elected Park Board of Commissioners, and employs 10 full-time staff and approximately 70 part-time, seasonal, and temporary workers.

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Holiday Hours

Monday, December 22, 2025

As we head into the holidays, please take note of the upcoming facility closures and adjusted hours across the District. We appreciate your understanding and wish you a safe, joyful holiday season!

Bird Park Administrative Office

▪️Closed December 24–26

▪️Closing early at 1:00 pm on December 31

▪️Closed January 1

Bill Spriggs Civic Auditorium Indoor Walking

▪️No walking available December 24–26 and January 1

Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena

▪️Closed December 24, December 25, and January 1

KVPD Rec Center

▪️Closed December 24–26, December 31, January 1–2

Happy Holidays from all of us at KVPD! We look forward to seeing you soon.

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