06/11/2026
βΌοΈ ATTENTION
Nowell Park will be closing at 5pm today, June 11.
Stay tuned for updates.
The purpose of the Nowell Park Recreation Center page is to inform the public about the Park Districtβs programs, activities, events and news.
This page is not monitored 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
06/11/2026
βΌοΈ ATTENTION
Nowell Park will be closing at 5pm today, June 11.
Stay tuned for updates.
06/08/2026
ππΏ Grab your blanket and snacks and come out to this family-friendly FREE event. Movies will be shown at dusk on a giant inflatable movie screen. In case of inclement weather, the movie will be canceled.
*Movie titles are subject to change based on availability.
π€© This Friday!
π June 12 - Zootopia 2 | Dusk (8p)
π Hartman Recreation Center | 511 N. Collins St.
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π½ More movies & dates
π June 26 - Lilo & Stitch
π Theodore Crossing Park | Cambria Dr.
π July 10 - Hoppers
π Paul E. Briese Park | Ingalls Ave. & 129th Infantry Dr.
π July 24 - Smurfs (in spanish)
π Heggie Park | Collins St. & Williamson Ave.
ο»Ώπ August 7 - Super Mario Galaxy
π Inwood Park | 3000 W. Jefferson St.
π August 28 - GOAT
π Busey Bank Field | 3200 W. Jefferson St.
π Questions? Jean Pizano, [email protected]
06/01/2026
π Summer Fitness Special
Available for purchase May 26-June 5
3 month membership/$65
*Limit ONE per person
Beat the heat and workout at the Nowell Park recreation Center!
Annual and eft members are not eligible.
06/01/2026
πͺ Chair Fitness at Nowell Park!
This low-impact class is perfect for adults of all ages, fitness levels, and abilities. Exercises can be easily modified to suit your needs.
Stay active β’ Low-impact & joint-friendly β’ Welcoming for everyone
π Every Thu. | 9a-10a
π $3 members | $5 non-members
π Nowell Park Recreation Center
π NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED | For more info please call 815-630-5537
05/28/2026
Give Your Child an Unforgettable Summer! Registration is NOW OPEN for Camp Bravehart at the Nowell Park Recreation Center! Get ready for a summer full of Arts & Crafts; Games & Sports; Fitness; Cookouts; Water Activities; Field Trips; Theme days & more!
π June 8-Aug 14 | Ages 5-12
*EFT payment plans available. CCR&R & DCFS payments accepted. Early bird discount if paid in full by May 22.
Donβt wait as spots fill fast! Sign up today and make this summer unforgettable!
π Register > https://JOLIETPARK.activityreg.com/selectActivity?nLeaguesId=4123
05/26/2026
ππΏ Grab your blanket and snacks and come out to this family-friendly FREE event. Movies will be shown at dusk on a giant inflatable movie screen. In case of inclement weather, the movie will be canceled.
*Movie titles are subject to change based on availability.
π€© First Movie in the Park!
π June 12 - Zootopia 2 | Dusk (8p)
π Hartman Recreation Center | 511 N. Collins St.
_________________________________________
π½ More movies & dates
π June 26 - Lilo & Stitch
π Theodore Crossing Park | Cambria Dr.
π July 10 - Hoppers
π Paul E. Briese Park | Ingalls Ave. & 129th Infantry Dr.
π July 24 - Smurfs (in spanish)
π Heggie Park | Collins St. & Williamson Ave.
ο»Ώπ August 7 - Super Mario Galaxy
π Inwood Park | 3000 W. Jefferson St.
π August 28 - GOAT
π Busey Bank Field | 3200 W. Jefferson St.
π Questions? Jean Pizano, [email protected]
05/12/2026
π Join us this summer!
Registration is NOW OPEN for Camp Bravehart at the Nowell Park Recreation Center! Get ready for a summer full of Arts & Crafts; Games & Sports; Fitness; Cookouts; Water Activities; Field Trips; Theme days & more!
π June 8-Aug 14 | Ages 5-12
*EFT payment plans available. CCR&R & DCFS payments accepted. Early bird discount if paid in full by May 22.
Donβt wait as spots fill fast! Sign up today and make this summer unforgettable!
π Register > https://JOLIETPARK.activityreg.com/selectActivity?nLeaguesId=4123
π Join us WEDNESDAY at NOON for Aqua Fitness at the Inwood Athletic Club pool! This class is open to the public and will feature guest instructor Scott Slocum from WJOL. Everyone who attends will be entered in a raffle to win a 1 month membership for themselves and a friend to Inwood Athletic Club -AND- Nowell Park Recreation Center!
05/04/2026
πͺThis low-impact class is perfect for adults of all ages, fitness levels, and abilities. Exercises can be easily modified to suit your needs.
Stay active β’ Low-impact & joint-friendly β’ Welcoming for everyone
π Every Thu. | 9a-10a
π $3 members | $5 non-members
π Nowell Park Recreation Center
π NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED | For more info please call 815-630-5537
Join us next Thursday (5/7) at 10:00a for a free throw contest π with Scott at Nowell Park Recreation Center! You could win a 1 month membership to Nowell Park AND Inwood Athletic Club! π
| Monday | 6am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 6am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 6am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 6am - 6pm |
| Friday | 6am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 7am - 12pm |
| Sunday | 7am - 12pm |