Events

The BTPD hosts a variety of events every year. The BTPD works towards bringing the community together through authentic and engaging events. Our goal is to enrich you and your family’s quality of life through recreation!

Saturday, February 3,2024 

Get ready for the sweetest experience! Tickets will go on sale at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, December 13. Over 35 business stops in 2024!

ChocolateTour 2023

 

Chocolate Tour 2023 proceeds will benefit Village of Bourbonnais park improvements and funding for programs and events at the Bourbonnais Township Park District.

 

 

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

This event is hosted by Bourbonnais Township Park District, Village of Bradley, Village of Bourbonnais, and Bourbonnais Township at the Quality Inn.

Bourbonnais Township Seniors can enjoy our annual St. Patrick's Senior Dinner! Enjoy a night of corned beef and cabbage followed by live entertainment and old-fashioned fun!  Registration is open for the annual dinner.  

To register, stop by any of the BTPD Facilities.  Must show proof of residency in Bourbonnais Township.

More details to come.

Coming again in 2024

Easter Bunny Will Hop Down the Perry Farm Trails Joint egg hunt returns to Bourbonnais in 2024, the Village of Bourbonnais, Village of Bradley and Bourbonnais Township Park District will spring ahead with the return of a joint egg hunt at 10 a.m.

The free event for the public is open to ages ten and under. Participants are reminded to bring a basket or bag for the egg hunt.

Five starting points will be included for trail access with entrances at:

Coyne Street

Bisaillon Avenue

Cavalier de LaSalle Park

Exploration Station

Valley Avenue

Photos with the Easter bunny will be available before and after the event. More details to come!

 

Coming again in June 2024

Family Night Out is a great way to kick off the summer season. This event offers a variety of activities and attractions for the whole family to enjoy.

Games, face painting, photo booth, balloon animals, inflatables, and more will be there to keep everyone entertained throughout the evening. Food options will be available for purchase. They will be selling delicious treats, ensuring that everyone's taste buds are satisfied.

The cost to attend Family Night Out is $10 per carload, which is a great deal considering the range of activities and entertainment provided.

Family Night Out at Perry Farm Park promises to be a fun-filled and memorable event for families to come together and create lasting memories.

 

Thanks to our sponsor Peoples Bank of Kankakee and everyone who attended the 2023 Summer Concerts with Hookwink'd, Tall Paul Band, Molly Rose, and Carrying Torches!

*** See you in the summer of 2024 ***

Summer Concert Series is a place where you can sit back and enjoy the music. Hosted between the end of June and all of July, you will not be disappointed with the phenomenal artists we bring in at Perry Farm Park this summer! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and pets are welcome. Outdoor music from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm at the Perry Farm Park:

 September 21, 2024
2023 Winners:

Business Category

1st Place - #27 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Speckman Realty

2nd Place - #6 Bubbles and Barks

3rd Place – #34 Embrace Consignment

 

Non-Profit/Schools/Youth Organizations Category

1st Place – #100 Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53

2nd Place – #107 Kankakee County Museum & Historical Society

3rd Place – #110 Girl Scout Troop 7557

 

Individual/Families Category

1st Place – #86 Gosset-Reid Miller Family

2nd Place - #65 Susan Barton & Wendy Robinson

3rd Place - #35 Cheyenne Stone

 

People’s Choice

1st Place - #9 Polaris Salon

2nd Place - #34 Embrace Consignments

3rd Place - #66 Dunkin Donuts

Cash prizes will be given for First and Second Place in each category!

Thank you to all who voted for your favorite scarecrows at our 10th Annual Scarecrow Hollow Festival! All People's Choice! All proceeds from People's Choice benefited Ascension Health Breast Cancer Foundation.

Thank you to our sponsor Ascension Saint Mary Hospital

Sleepy Hollow
Sleepy Hollow returns 2024!  

The 31st anniversary of this beloved fall tradition at Perry Farm Park was held Thursday, October 12, Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14.

The reenactment is made possible through the exceptional talents of the Kankakee Valley Theatre Association, and we extend our heartfelt thanks for their dedication to bring the story to life!

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting this great community event!

First Saturday in December 

Christmas On The Farm is an outdoor event where families can explore an interactive wonderland of holiday-themed activities at Perry Farm Park.

Thank you to all those who participated in our 2023 Christmas on the Farm! Our elves are busy preparing fo 2024! Thank you to our sponsor CommonWealth Credit Union!

pdf Christmas on the Farm 2023 Map and Schedule

 

Our Coloring Contest Winners will be announced soon!

The Bourbonnais Township Park District reserves the right to photograph or videotape participants in its programs and/or facilities. These photos/videos are strictly for BTPD publications, flyers, brochures, videos, social media and advertisements.”