United City of Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department

10/02/2026

Yorkville’s FREE Halloween Costume Contest & Egg Hunt is back on Friday, October 16! What are YOU dressing up as this Halloween? Tell us in the comments!

📅 Friday, October 16
Town Square, 301 N Bridge St
Costume Contest: 6:30pm
Halloween Egg Hunt: Immediately following the contest, approximately 7pm

The Costume Contest is open to ALL AGES, so kids, adults, families, and groups can all join in the fun! Awards will be given for Cutest, Spookiest, Funniest, Most Creative Child, Most Creative Adult, Best Coordinated Group Costume, and Best TV/Movie Character.

Then, children ages 10 and under can grab their flashlights and containers and hunt for toy-filled eggs in the dark! 🔦🥚 No registration is required! Just come ready for a spooktacular night of Halloween fun!

Full event details: https://bit.ly/YorkvilleHalloweenEggHunt

10/01/2026

🎨🍂 FALL ART DAY! 🍂🎨

Looking for something fun and creative for the kids on their day off school? Let them spend the day getting creative with us!

Fall Art Day is packed with painting, drawing, crafting, and plenty of opportunities to get a little messy while creating fun projects and making new friends. 🖌️✨

📅 Monday, November 2 I 10:00am–1:00pm
Yorkville Grade School
Ages 6–12

Space is available, so register today!
Register Online: https://bit.ly/YPRDSpecialInterest
Register in the myYPRD App: https://bit.ly/myYPRDSpecialInterest

10/01/2026

🔔🎄 JINGLE ALL THE WAY TO THE FINISH LINE! 🎄🔔

🎄 Jingle Jog Family Fun Run
Saturday, November 21 I 12:30pm
Register now: https://bit.ly/HolidayRaceRegister

Make some holiday memories with the Yorkville Jingle Jog Family Fun Run on Saturday, November 21 at 12:30pm!

This festive 1-mile fun run is the perfect way for families to get active, have some fun, and celebrate the holiday season together. Grab the kids, invite the grandparents, and bring the whole family out for a jolly afternoon in Yorkville!

A portion of the proceeds from the Holiday Races supports local families through the Knights of Columbus Helping Hands Program.

Register by October 21 to receive the exclusive commemorative Holiday Race crewneck sweatshirt!

Who are you bringing along for the Jingle Jog? Tag your family or holiday crew below! 👇

10/01/2026

Check out the October 1, 2026 Yorkville Minute Newsletter!

The Scarecrow Walk will be located in the woods on the eastern end of Riverfront Park and will be open throughout the month of October. https://bit.ly/YPRDScarecrowWalk. 

09/30/2026

⚽🏀 ALL STAR ALL SPORTS! 🏒⚾
Register in the App: https://bit.ly/YPRDAllStarSportsApp
Register online: https://bit.ly/YPRDAllStarSportsOnline

Not sure which sport your child wants to try next? All Star All Sports gives young athletes the chance to explore a variety of sports in a fun, non-competitive environment!

Kids will learn basic skills while building teamwork, sportsmanship and confidence as they try sports like soccer, T-ball, hockey and more! It’s a great way to discover new interests, make friends and find a sport they love.

📅 Tuesdays, October 27–December 15
5:30–6:15 PM
Yorkville Grade School
Ages 4–6

09/30/2026

🎄✨ HELP US DECK THE TREES! ✨🎄

Deck the Trees is a beloved Yorkville holiday tradition that brings families and the community together in Town Square Park to stroll, admire beautifully decorated trees, and celebrate the magic of the season!

By sponsoring the 2026 Deck the Trees Holiday Walk, your business will have the opportunity to gain valuable exposure as these beautifully decorated trees are displayed throughout Town Square Park from December 1 through the New Year. Sponsors are guaranteed a tree to decorate if secured by November 6th.

Join us in spreading holiday cheer, creating lasting memories, and bringing the Yorkville community together this holiday season!

🎄 View the full Deck the Trees sponsorship offerings:
https://bit.ly/YPRDDecktheTreesSponsor

📅 Sponsorship deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026

Interested in supporting one of Yorkville's favorite holiday traditions? Secure your sponsorship today! Contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department Sponsorship and Marketing Team at [email protected]!

09/29/2026

⚽🍂 THERE’S STILL TIME TO REGISTER! 🍂⚽
Registration is still open as space allows!
Register now: https://bit.ly/YPRDRegisterSoccer

Not ready for soccer to end this year? There’s still time to join the Yorkville Parks & Recreation Department’s Late Fall Soccer Scrimmage League, while space remains!

This recreational league is a great opportunity to keep developing your soccer skills in a fun atmosphere. Teams will meet Saturdays for four weeks, October 24–November 14. Each 1 hour, 15 minute session includes 30 minutes of practice with your team followed by 45 minutes of scrimmage.

Questions? Contact Athletics at [email protected]

09/29/2026

🎅🏃‍♀️ GET READY TO RUN INTO THE HOLIDAY SEASON! 🎄

🎄 Rudolph Run 5K
Saturday, November 21 I 10:00am
Register now: https://bit.ly/HolidayRaceRegister

Lace up for the Yorkville Rudolph Run 5K on Saturday, November 21 at 10:00am! Whether you’re chasing a new personal best or just looking for a festive way to kick off the holidays, this 5K is the perfect way to get moving and celebrate the season.

Plus, a portion of the proceeds supports local Kendall County families through the Knights of Columbus Helping Hands Program.

Register by October 21 to receive the exclusive commemorative Holiday Race crewneck sweatshirt!

Tag your running buddy and make the Rudolph Run part of your holiday tradition! 🎅🏃‍♂️

09/28/2026

⚽ CHICAGO FIRE FALL SOCCER CLINIC! 🔥
Register Now: https://bit.ly/YPRDFallChicagoFire

Give your young soccer star the chance to sharpen their skills with professional Chicago Fire FC coaches! This clinic uses small-group instruction and fun, structured activities to build skills in dribbling, passing, attacking, defending and game play, all while emphasizing teamwork and confidence.

📅 Mondays, October 26–November 23
Bristol Bay Elementary School
Ages 6–9: 5:30–6:30 PM
Ages 10–14: 6:30–7:30 PM

Participants will receive a Chicago Fire camp T-shirt and a ticket to a Chicago Fire match, including a special matchday experience!

09/28/2026

2026 YORKVILLE FLAGS OF VALOR
Register Now: https://bit.ly/SponsorAFlag

The Yorkville American Legion Post 489 invites you to honor our nation and all of the veterans who have served with the 2026 Yorkville Flags of Valor as American Flags are displayed at Town Square during the week of Veterans Day.

SPONSOR A FLAG ($30/FLAG)
Sponsoring a flag gives you the opportunity to recognize and honor a veteran in your life. A flag can be sponsored for $30 a flag and will include a keepsake ribbon and option to personalize a tag in honor of a veteran. This flag will be displayed at Town Square (301 N Bridge, Yorkville) starting Monday, November 2 - Friday, November 13. Ribbons and tags will then be mailed to designated address listed on form the week following Veterans Day.

​DONATE & SUPPORT LOCAL VETERANS
Everyone is welcome to participate and support local veterans either through sponsoring a flag or donating to support the hundreds of veterans in Yorkville and Kendall County as all proceeds will be donated back to the Yorkville American Legion Post 489.

VISIT THE FLAGS & HONOR VETERANS
We invite you to pay tribute to veterans who have fought and died by visiting Town Square Park during November 2-13 as all sponsored flags will line the park near the Memorial.

Please note that the deadline for online flag purchases is Wednesday, October 21st. If you would like to sponsor a flag after this date, please call 630-553-4350.