The excavation of the new Hopkins Pool support building in DeKalb has been delayed, but officials said that won’t deter plans for reopening in time for summer 2026.

About 30 people gathered in Prairie Park this week to provide feedback to the DeKalb Park District which is considering ways to improve the park’s user experience for area residents.

The DeKalb Park District is hosting an open house on Wednesday, hoping to solicit community feedback about ways to improve the experience at Prairie Park.

The 13th annual Family Fun Fest returns to Hopkins Park Wednesday, co-hosted by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and DeKalb Park District.

Splash pads are open for the summer around DeKalb County. Here’s what to know.

The DeKalb Park District will partner with the DeKalb Parks Foundation to hold its 19th annual Golf Fore the Kids Scholarship Golf Outing on June 20 to benefit the Scholarship Assistance Program.

The DeKalb Park District will hold its annual fishing derby on Saturday with a chance to win awards.

The DeKalb Park District will hold its annual free Music at the Mansion concert series for the summer. Shows kick off on June 11.

DeKalb Park Board of Commissioners this month added three new members, swearing in newly-elected Dean Bourdages, Tia Anderson, and Michelle Foster.

The DeKalb Park District is asking the city for permission to build a new $14 million public swimming pool, documents show. It's the latest step as district officials plan an anticipated new pool opening of June 2026.

The DeKalb Park District will host two events for volunteers to help clean and beautify DeKalb parks on May 3 and June 7. All are welcome.

The DeKalb Park District will offer camps and summerlong programs for children ages 3 to 18 from May 27 through Aug. 8.

Voters this week in DeKalb County determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

This spring, DeKalb County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

What do candidates running for the DeKalb Park District’s Board of Commissioners think about the district’s decision to demolish Hopkins Pool and replace it with a new aquatic facility worth millions of dollars? Here's what they said

Doug Eaton: The DeKalb Park District’s top three most pressing needs are to approve a new pool, complete a Comprehensive Master Plan, and to revitalize the Buena Vista and River Heights golf courses and the Haish Gym

From the questionnaire: Some candidates running for the DeKalb Park District’s Board of Commissioners recently shared their views on priorities if elected. Read more to find out what they listed as the district's most pressing needs.

Dean Bourdages on a pressing need for the DeKalb Park District: The pool renovation project needs to be monitored. The board and staff need to make sure the project stays within the budget and is finished on time

Dag Grada on Hopkins Pool: My personal opinion has been that the park district should have proceeded with the design we had a handful of years back

Tia Anderson, candidate for DeKalb Park District Board, on Hopkins Pool: We needed a new pool. The pool was old and in disrepair. A hefty price tag was inevitable. However, I am concerned of the timeframe for completion.

Michelle Foster on top priorities for the DeKalb Park District: Hopkins Pool Construction First, we must focus on the new pool construction project to ensure it stays on pace for construction this year

The DeKalb Park District has netted $13,120 in state grant money to help with local forestry initiatives including tree mapping and developing an urban management plan.

The DeKalb Park District will host its annual Daddy Daughter and Heroes Dance Feb. 15 for children to dance with their dads, uncles, grandpas, role models or other heroes.

DeKalb Park District's top exec reflects on what the district accomplished over this past year and has yet to achieve in 2025.

The DeKalb Park District this week announced a plan to use $600,000 in state grant money to replace old playground equipment at League of Women Voters Park, 262 Cotton Ave.

The entries in this year's DeKalb Park District Holiday House Decorating Contest.

Demolition continues at Hopkins Pool Tuesday afternoon in preparation for construction of a new DeKalb Park District pool scheduled to open in 2026 at Hopkins Park in DeKalb.

The DeKalb Park District is accepting entries for its fifth annual DeKalb Holiday House Decorating Contest.

The DeKalb Park District commenced with demolition of Hopkins Pool this month, with plans to wrap up that portion of an ongoing major pool overhaul projected to cost millions, in mid-February. A new pool could open by 2026, a district official said.

Demolition work on Hopkins Pool is underway and expected to ramp up at the end of November as the DeKalb Park District prepares to start construction on a new pool with a planned opening in 2026.

The DeKalb Park District will host several Halloween-themed events during the fall, including a house decorating contest. Here's how to get in on the spooky fun.

The DeKalb Park District will host its 19th annual Kite Fest on Sunday, and all are welcome to bring their own kites to fly or enjoy the many offerings available at the free-to-attend event.

Three open seats are up for grabs on the DeKalb Park District’s Board of Commissioners in the upcoming spring 2025 consolidated election. Here's where to file papers for interested candidates.

The DeKalb Park District awaits the issuance of a demolition permit from the city of DeKalb.

Recently published results from a DeKalb Park District survey show DeKalb residents want more amenities at League of Women Voters Park on Cotton Avenue.

The DeKalb Park District Board of Commissioners recently welcomed Doug Eaton back into the mix, swearing him into office to fill a vacancy.

The 12th annual Family Fun Fest Wednesday at Hopkins Park offered games, food, prizes and an opportunity to meet DeKalb area organizations and businesses.

Paul Zepezauer, a 24-year veteran in park management and community recreation comes to the DeKalb Park District after previous stints with the Sterling and Byron park districts.

With festivities abound, the DeKalb Park District is gearing up to bring the community together for the annual tradition, that is the Fourth of July.

The DeKalb community is invited a public meeting Tuesday to weigh in on plans for the future of the League of Women Voters Park at 262 Cotton Ave. in DeKalb. Officials also seek feedback by July 3 via a survey which asks about new playground options.

People were looking for any chance to cool off this week making Splash Fountain Splashpad at the Sycamore Park District’s Legacy Campus and the DeKalb Park District’s splash pad at Welsh Park popular destinations. High temperatures have been over 90 degrees every day this week making staying cool a priority.

Hopkins Park in DeKalb held a dedication celebration Friday, June 14, 2024, to celebrate the grand opening of the new playground and racquet courts.

The DeKalb Park District will hold a Hopkins Park dedication celebration June 14 to mark the grand opening of a new playground and racquet courts. All are welcome.

The DeKalb Park District will begin its summer concert series Tuesday with Rockin’ with Ronnie: Kids’ Concerts in the Park.

The DeKalb Park District is soliciting for applications to replace board member Patrick Fagan, who resigned from his duties last month, citing personal reasons.

A retired Sycamore police lieutenant is offering Tai Chi and QiGong martial arts lessons Saturday at Hopkins Park in DeKalb, to recognize World Tai Chi and QiGong Day, according to the DeKalb Park District.

Volunteers took some time Monday to help beautify Hopkins Park during an Earth Day Clean Up event at the park in DeKalb.

The top executive at the DeKalb Park District is leaving after three years with the district.

DeKalb residents won’t have a public pool to swim in this summer, but DeKalb Park District officials announced Friday they believe the wait will be worth it. Hopkins Pool is expected to undergo $8.3 million in facility renovations.

Easter Sunday is March 31. Here’s a non-exhaustive rundown of where you can take the kiddos this year on family-friendly Easter egg hunts across DeKalb County: