Fun for Kids

Good Times for All Ages

Who says you should call a babysitter for your next trip? Bring the kids along! Jacksonville is packed with fun experiences for all ages with parks, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and much more! Pack some snacks for the little ones and see what makes Jacksonville a premier family destination.

a boy and a girl decorating pumpkins


Big Eli Ferris Wheel

Big Eli Ferris Wheel
Listing Title
Big Eli Ferris Wheel
Address
Community Park
Morton Avenue & Main Street
Hours
Sundays 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
June 2 - September 29
Available for private parties, contact Stefanie Ballinger at 217-248-9712.

Jacksonville Area Museum

Jacksonville Area Museum
Listing Title
Jacksonville Area Museum
Address
301 East State Street
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Wednesday & Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Jacksonville Public Library

Jacksonville Public Library
Listing Title
Jacksonville Public Library
Address
201 West College Avenue
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Jacksonville Skate Park

Jacksonville Skate Park
Listing Title
Jacksonville Skate Park
Address
Located in Community Park near the South Main Street park entrance

Key Events

Key Events
Listing Title
Key Events
Address
803 South Diamond Suite 3
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650

Nichols Park Pool

Nichols Park Pool
Listing Title
Nichols Park Pool
Address
79 Hollkenbrink Drive
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
Hours
Open Daily: 12:30 - 6:00 PM