Things To Do

Pekin residents have an expansive list of recreational activities available through the Park District, including…

Whew! And if that isn’t enough – the Park District also offers over 150 programs and classes for the community, such as tumbling, dance and computer classes.

Many residents enjoy staying fit at Parkside Athletics, a fully equipped health club featuring cardiovascular equipment, strength training equipment, aerobics classes, indoor tennis courts and racquetball.

Pekin also has a number of other organizations that coordinate recreational activities, including the Pekin Union Mission, the Boys & Girls Club of Pekin and the Pekin YWCA. Boys and girls of all ages can participate in competitive youth sports programs, including baseball, softball, swimming, ice hockey, football, soccer, and basketball. Over 100 different clubs and organizations are also part of the Pekin community. From social to fraternal, from business to hobbies, there is a group that will meet your needs.