Special Events

Light Up The Night Parade

Here comes Santa Claus, right down State Street. Come join us for the Light Up The Night Parade and make it your winter tradition. The parade steps off at 5:30PM.

All businesses & organizations are welcome to join the parade by entering a float or walking group. Candy can only be distributed by walking groups. The parade entry is free, but you must pre-register by November 21st. Entry forms can be found here or by contacting Katie Inman at 815-547-5711 x106. Please email parade entries to kinman@belviderepark.org.

Holiday Lights at Doty Park

Help us light up Doty Park in a brand-new way this season! Our Holiday Lights Display is moving to a new location and now features a magical walk-through experience for the community to enjoy. Businesses, organizations, schools, and churches are invited to participate by designing or purchasing a display to set up and take down in the park. This allows you to make your display truly unique and showcase your creativity. There is no limitation on size but power requirements need to be considered. Let’s bring the holidays to Belvidere!

Contact Taylor at tkuchenreuther@belviderepark.org for more information on how to get involved! December 5 thru 31.

Skate with Santa

Come to the Riverside Ice Arena and skate with Santa to some classic Christmas tunes. After skating come into one of our warming cabins to warm up with some hot chocolate. Participants will receive a wristband for a skate rental, access to the ice rink, a candy cane, and one hot chocolate. Skate sizes are limited (CV) Location: Riverside Ice Arena • Min/Max: 5/20 • Register by: December 11

Code	Age	R/NR Fee	Date	Time	Day
105002-01	3+	$6/$9	12/12	6-8 PM	FRI

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Candy Houses

Time to break out that ugly Christmas sweater and come to Rivers Edge for some holiday fun! Come celebrate the day and the holiday season and be jolly! Get in the holiday spirit with a fun family afternoon activity. Create your very own gingerbread house from a variety of goodies and treats. We will provide all the trimmings to make your house one of a kind! Paint your own ornament and enjoy some holiday tunes! Fee includes supplies to create one candy house per registered individual or parent/child pair. All ages- under 6 must be accompanied by adult. Pre-registration is required, and walk-ins will not be accepted (CV). Location: Rivers Edge Recreation Center • Min/Max: 6/20 • Register by: December 1

Code	Age	R/NR Fee	Date	Time	Day
105056-01	2-15	$21/$26	12/6	10-11:30 AM	SAT

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Cookies with Santa

Santa is coming to town and his first stop is the Belvidere Park District to see you! Come to Rivers Edge to decorate a Christmas cookie, take pictures with Santa, listen to some Christmas music, do a Christmas craft, and hear a Christmas story read by Santa himself! Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult (TK). Location: Rivers Edge Recreation Center • Min/Max: 10/25 • Register by: December 6

Code	Age	R/NR Fee	Date	Time	Day
105081-01	2-15	$15/$20	12/10	5:30-6:30 PM	WED

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Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Dance

Dads or a special someone, mark your calendars for February 7th and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime as you dance the night away with your daughter(s)! This magical night will include a corsage, goodie bag, light refreshments, and of course, lots of dancing! There will be an opportunity for each couple to have their photo taken (KI). Location: Rivers Edge Recreation Center • Min/Max Couples: 25/128 • Register by: January 23

Code	Age	R/NR Fee	Date	Time	Day
105016-01	3+	$38/$53	2/7	6-8 PM	SAT
Additional Child:		$20/$28

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Mother Son Superhero Dance

Moms or a special someone, it’s your turn to grab your son and party the night away at the Mother Son Superhero Dance. Make lifetime memories while you enjoy, music, dancing, games, and goodies on this special night. Light refreshments are provided. Each young gentleman will receive a goodie bag. Come dressed as your favorite Superhero and dance the night away. Each couple will have the opportunity to have their picture taken to remember this special evening (TK). Location: Rivers Edge Recreation Center • Min/Max Couples: 25/128 • Register by: February 28

Code	Age	R/NR Fee	Date	Time	Day
105049-01	3+	$38/$53	3/7	6-8 PM	SAT
Additional Child:		$20/$28

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Winter Slam Pickleball Tournament

This is a fun-filled, single-day, double elimination tournament for all level of players! Two players allowed per team, and you will sign up and compete with that team! Divisions will be beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Please sign up honestly for the one you are able to compete in! Champions will be crowned with bragging rights and medals! (TK) Location: Rivers Edge Recreation Center • Min/Max: 4 Teams/8 Teams • Register by: February 15

Code	Team Level	Age	R/NR Fee	Date	Time	Day
102149-01	Beginner	16+	$45/Team	2/21	9:30 AM – 3 PM	SAT
102149-02	Intermediate	16+	$45/Team	2/21	9:30 AM – 3 PM	SAT
102149-03	Advanced	16+	$45/Team	2/21	9:30 AM – 3 PM	SAT