Carbondale Park District

09/05/2026

Fall programs are almost here! Session 1 programs begin the week of September 14, and registration is open now.

Check out our NEW Fall/Winter Program Guide for youth programs, martial arts, fitness, adult and family programs, outdoor recreation, special events, and more!

View the full guide and register now: cpkd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Fall-Winter-26-Program-Guide-1.pdf

09/03/2026

Our Fall/Winter 2026–2027 Program Guide is here — and registration is NOW OPEN!

From youth programs and martial arts to fitness classes, adult and family programs, outdoor recreation, special events, and more, there’s plenty happening this season at the Carbondale Park District. Programs start September 14!

Swipe through the photos for some highlights!

You can view the full guide and register now:
https://cpkd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Fall-Winter-26-Program-Guide.pdf

Questions? DM us or call 618-549-4222.

We’ve got a lot planned for fall and winter, and we hope to see you out there!

08/29/2026

💦 It’s the last weekend of the season at Super Splash Park! Be sure to head there this weekend for a last swim of the summer ☀️

08/26/2026

🥎 Fall softball is back!

Grab your friends, coworkers, or neighbors and put together a team for our Co-Ed Adult Softball League at Jaycee Field!

More information and registration is available at cpkd.org/athletics or call 618-549-4222 for more information.

08/21/2026

Nothing like a Friday treat! 😋

A big thank you to Bandanas BBQ for treating our staff at Hickory Lodge to some delicious lunch today!

Trey and Chuck were happy to pose with the goodies before everyone dug in. We appreciate Bandana’s thinking of our team and helping us end the week on a tasty note!

08/19/2026

UPDATE: Ghostbusters (1984) is the winner!

Stay tuned for more Carbondale Halloween details coming soon! 🎃

🎃 YOU pick the movie for Carbondale Halloween 2026!

Help us choose this year’s outdoor movie:

👻 Ghostbusters (1984)
🎄 The Nightmare Before Christmas
🏴‍☠️ The Goonies

Comment your pick below! One vote per person.

Voting closes Thursday, August 20 at 12:00 PM, so get your vote in before the deadline!

08/18/2026

We’re hiring! The Carbondale Park District is looking for our next Facilities Manager.

We’re looking for someone with strong practical maintenance experience, problem-solving skills, and the ability to keep projects and priorities moving. Expertise in every trade isn’t expected!

Interested in joining our team? Learn more and apply at https://cpkd.org/jobs

Feel free to share with someone who might be a great fit!

07/21/2026

Looking for a fun way to cool off tomorrow? 💦

Join the CFD for Chill Out in the Park at our Attucks Park (800 N. Wall St.) on Wednesday, July 22, from 1:30–2:30 PM!

Bring the kids and get ready to cool off with a spray from the City of Carbondale Fire Department’s truck! We hope to see lots of folks there.

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM at Attucks Park!