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A Zoorific Evening is back in 2022 and we couldn’t be more excited! The Decatur Parks Foundation is hosting a Zoorific Evening on September 10^th, beginning at 5 p.m. at Scovill Zoo. We invite you to take in the beautiful aviary exhibits and enjoy all of the sights and experiences Scovill Zoo can offer.  The evening will include food, drink, animal encounters, train rides, live music as well as silent and live auctions items.   We hope you can join us for Zoorific, Flight of Fancy, for an unforgettable evening at Scovill Zoo.

Tickets are $75.00 and all proceeds benefit Scovill Zoo. For more information, call the Foundation office at 422-5911. It’s all happening on September 10^th at 5 p.m. — reserve your ticket today.

To purchase tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/7375212/zooriffic-eveningflight-of-fancy-decatur-the-devon-lakeshore-amphitheater

Can’t make it to the event? Simply donate by donating online at behindeveryexperience.com

Follow Decatur Parks Foundation for news and updates or contact Foundation Director, Aly Delatte with questions.

The Decatur Park District welcomes Aly Delatte as Director of the Decatur Parks Foundation. Formerly working as Associate Attorney at Brown, Hay & Stephens, Aly holds a bachelor’s degree from Saint Louis University and a Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law. She is also the organizer of the local non-profit organization, Stone Thrown Forward.

“As a lifelong resident of the Decatur community, I appreciate and understand the impact that the Decatur Park District and its Foundation has upon the people living here. I have a passion for making Decatur an exceptional community and am excited to become the Director of the Foundation to effectively support and serve as the fundraising arm of the Park District. I look forward to connecting with supporters of the Foundation and grow awareness of its mission and impact on our community,” stated Aly.

Aly resides in Decatur with her husband, Pat, and children and serves on the Board of Directors for Macon Resources, Inc, past Board member of the Decatur Celebration and a member of the Bar Association.

She may be reached at the Decatur Park District Administrative office at 217-422-5911.

The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur, Illinois, is proud to announce Justin Moore performing live Friday, September 3, 2021. This show is presented by Grandstand Concerts.

This show is not included in the 2021 Devon season ticket package. Season ticket holders can reserve their season tickets at additional cost by contacting Mike Wilcott at mwilcott@decparks.com by 5:00 p.m. Wednesday June 30, 2021. If you are a season ticket holder and you do not reserve your tickets by this deadline, they will be forfeited for sale to the general public.

Tickets go on sale Friday, July 2 at 10:00 a.m. on the Devon Amphitheater website.

Ticket pricing is:

General Admission Pit – $65 (+ taxes and fees)
Reserved Seating – $65 (+ taxes and fees)
Handicapped/ADA Seating and ADA Companion Seating- $65 (+ taxes and fees)
General Admission Terrace – $55 (+ taxes and fees)
General Admission Lawn – $40 (+ taxes and fees)
Reserved Parking $5 (+ taxes and fees)

IDPH, CDC and Macon County COVID-19 guidelines may affect show details. If the event is postponed/rescheduled related to COVID-19, tickets purchased for the original show date will be honored for the new date. Refund options may be available. ABOUT JUSTIN MOORE
Chart-topping powerhouse Justin Moore proves that, through all the fame and success, he’s still just the same country boy he’s always been on his stellar new album, ‘Late Nights and Longnecks.’ Tipping its cap to Alan Jackson and George Strait, the record is Moore’s most traditional-sounding collection to date, a no-frills portrait of small-town life and big-time dreams that’s not afraid to let its hair down and party at the end of a hard day’s work. Equal parts celebration and reflection, the album is a showcase for Moore’s evocative storytelling and unforgettable voice, complemented by an all-star band featuring GRAMMY and CMA Award-winning guitar icon Brent Mason ACM-winning pedal steel hero Paul Franklin among others.

The New York Times hailed Moore as proof that “old forms can stand even stronger with injections of new ideas,” while Billboard celebrated his “down-home personality and wry sense of humor,” and Rolling Stone praised the “upbeat mix of contemporary country and honest twang that he perfected.” Moore’s songs racked up more than a billion on-demand and programmed streams, and he performed everywhere from Kimmel to The Today Show in addition to headlining arenas and amphitheaters around the country.

Enjoy a night of Country Hits with Justin Moore in concert performing live at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater presented by Grandstand Concerts on Friday, September 3, 2021!

To keep up with announcements, follow The Devon on Facebook and subscribe to email updates at www.devonamphitheater.com.

Decatur Park District identification now REQUIRED for pool admission.
Download, complete and bring the ID Registration Form to speed up the process!

6/19/21 STATEMENT FROM THE DECATUR PARK DISTRICT

Splash Cove Update

Splash Cove  is committed to working through solutions to create a safe and fun environment for our employees and patrons.

The following Splash Cove policies will go into effect as of Monday, June 21, 2021. These policies are put in place for the safety of our community. Additional security will be present at the facility during operating hours moving forward.

Splash Cove updated policies:

• All minors 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 18 and older to be admitted into Splash Cove.
• All visitors age 5 and older will require a Splash Cove-issued identification card. Splash Cove identification can be obtained at Splash Cove or the Decatur Indoor Sports Center front desk beginning June 21, 2021.
• Completed registration form and signed acknowledgement of our code of conduct required when obtaining identification. Forms can be found online at Decatur-parks.org.
• No re-entry allowed.
• Open swim will now close at 6:30 p.m. daily. Passholders admitted at 11:30 a.m. Non-passholders will be admitted at 12:00 p.m.
• Capacity will be voluntarily reduced by 25%.

Current policies will also continue to be strictly enforced including:

• No running, dunking, horseplay, rough housing or foul language will be tolerated. Any person deemed as not following this rule will be asked to leave the facility with possibility of being banned.
• No outside food or drink allowed. There are two water stations available for filling of empty bottles.
• Bag check required upon entry.
• Only Coast Guard approved flotation devices are allowed.
• Riders must be at least 48” to ride water slides and zip line. Experienced swimmers age 5 and up may utilize the diving boards and rock wall.
• Only official swimwear may be worn in the pool and is up to manager’s discretion.
• No smoking of any kind, including vaping, is allowed inside pool fence.
• All purchased food and drink must stay in concession area.
• No refunds regardless of weather, attire or length of stay.
• Lock up your valuables. The Decatur Park District is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.

About Splash Cove

Splash Cove features a lazy river, zero-depth entry leisure pool with an interactive play structure, wet deck, lily pad crossing feature, and vortex, an 8-lane lap pool with zip line, rock climbing wall, 3-meter diving board, 6 meter high dive, 4 body slides, and a zero-depth entry baby pool. A full service concession stand will also be available.

The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur, Illinois, is proud to announce the 95Q Fan Appreciation Concert Featuring Chase Rice with special guest Jerrod Niemann Thursday, July 29 at 7:00 p.m. This show is produced in partnership with USA Concerts & Events and Neuhoff Media.

This show is not included in the 2021 Devon season ticket package. Season ticket holders can reserve their season tickets at additional cost by contacting Mike Wilcott at mwilcott@decparks.com by noon on June 17, 2021. If you are a season ticket holder and you do not reserve your tickets by this deadline, they will be forfeited for sale to the general public.

Tickets go on sale Friday, June 18 at 10:00 a.m. on the Devon Amphitheater website.

Ticket pricing is:

General Admission Pit – $40 (+ taxes and fees)
Reserved Seating – $40 (+ taxes and fees)
Handicapped/ADA Seating and ADA Companion Seating- $40 (+ taxes and fees)
General Admission Terrace – $32 (+ taxes and fees)
General Admission Lawn – $25 (+ taxes and fees)
Reserved Parking $5 (+ taxes and fees)

IDPH, CDC and Macon County COVID-19 guidelines may affect show details. If the event is postponed/rescheduled related to COVID-19, tickets purchased for the original show date will be honored for the new date. Refund options may be available.

ABOUT CHASE RICE
With more than 2 million albums sold and over 1.7 billion total streams, plus a legion of passionate fans at his high-energy concerts across the globe, Chase Rice has established himself as a powerful force in Nashville and beyond.

In addition to supporting Kenny Chesney’s The Big Revival stadium tour, Rice has consistently sold out 2,500-3,000 seat venues on his own headlining tours and is set to join Kane Brown’s Blessed & Free Tour in early 2022.

For more information, visit www.ChaseRice.com and follow Rice on Twitter and Facebook @ChaseRiceMusic and on Instagram @ChaseRice.

ABOUT JERROD NIEMANN

After almost a decade as a major-label artist, prolific Nashville hitmaker Jerrod Niemann is known for clever wordplay and attention-grabbing lyrics. The engaging singer-songwriter topped Country charts with his PLATINUM-certified anthem “Drink to That All Night,” a multi-week #1 from the 2014 album HIGH NOON – on which he co-wrote eight of the 12 tracks.

From Academy of Country Music, Country Music Association and CMT Award nominations, to headlining and touring with some of Country’s hottest acts – Dierks Bentley, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban – Niemann continues to make his mark by creatively pushing boundaries while still offering a sincere nod to the legends before him.

No Refunds

Enjoy a night of Country Hits with Chase Rice and special guest Jerrod Niemann in concert performing live at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on Thursday, July 29, 2021!

To keep up with announcements, follow The Devon on Facebook and subscribe to email updates at www.devonamphitheater.com.

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The Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater is operated by the Decatur Park District and sits along the shores of Lake Decatur as part of Lakeshore Lading in Historic Nelson Park located in Decatur, Illinois. It is a destination for live, outdoor entertainment during the summer months. With a capacity of 3,200, the venue offers a wide range of entertainment including music of many genres, comedians and community movie nights. 

The Devon Amphitheater COVID-19 Guidelines | As of May 18, 2021

We can’t wait to welcome you back through our gates for the 2021 season! Thank you for your patience as we navigate through all the changes in health protocols related to COVID-19.

Currently, our plans for masks and social distancing include:

• Any individual that is fully vaccinated is clear to attend events at The Devon without a mask, if they choose.
• There will be no proof of vaccination required.
• Individuals that are not fully vaccinated are encouraged to wear a mask when social distancing cannot be practiced.

If you have any concerns and would prefer a refund or a move to the lawn for more social distancing space, please contact us via email at amp@decparks.com.

The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur, Illinois, is proud to announce the headliner act Here Come The Mummies to perform on Saturday, June 5, 2021.

Tickets go on sale Friday, March 12 at 10:00 A.M. at devonamphitheater.com, or by calling the Decatur Park District Administration office at (217) 422-5911. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, only 25% of people will be allowed in the lobby of the administration building for in-person sales at 620 East Riverside Ave.

IDPH, CDC and Macon County COVID-19 guidelines may affect show details. If the event is postponed/rescheduled related to COVID-19, tickets purchased for the original show date will be honored for the new date. Refund options may be available.

Ticket Pricing is:

Standing Room Only Pit – $30.00 (plus taxes & fees)
Handicapped/ADA Seating and ADA Companion Seating- $30 (plus taxes & fees)
Reserved Seating – $30 (plus taxes & fees)
General Admission Terrace – $22 (plus taxes & fees)
General Admission Lawn – $15 (plus taxes & fees)
Reserved Parking – $5 (plus fees)

This show is included for all 2021 season ticket holders, on sale now!

Here Come The Mummies (HCTM) have been delivering their brand of Terrifying Funk from Beyond the Grave since the year 2000 AD. While HCTM’s lyrics leave little to the imagination, their wraps have been the topic of much speculation. Some say they are reincarnated Grammy winning studio musicians, wrapping themselves to escape record contracts. Others claim the band is the brainchild of sexy-man Scott Baio. Regardless, HCTM’s mysterious personas, cunning song-craft, and unrelenting live show will bend your brain, and melt your face.

Enjoy a night of funk with fan-favorites Here Come The Mummies returning to Decatur at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on Saturday, June 5 2021!

To keep up with announcements, follow The Devon on Facebook and subscribe to email updates at www.devonamphitheater.com.

Remaining 2021 lawn season tickets at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater will be on sale for the 2021 season beginning Friday, March 5 at 10:00 a.m. Season tickets include the full season of at least 26 shows produced by The Devon including headliner acts Tracy Byrd, Kool & The Gang, Oak Ridge Boys, Gin Blossoms, Ginuwine, Three Dog Night and Diamond Rio.

Limited tickets are remaining in the general admission lawn level for $245 per person. Additional ticket processing fees will be applied at the time of purchase. COVID-19 guidelines may impact the Devon season show details and availability. If the entire season is canceled due to COVID-19, season ticket holders will have the opportunity to roll their tickets to 2022 or get a full refund.

Purchase season tickets online at www.devonamphitheater.com, by calling the Decatur Park District office at 217-422-5911 or in person at 620 East Riverside Avenue from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Single show tickets are currently on sale as well.

The Decatur Park Board of Commissioners welcomes the submission of applications for the unexpired 6-year term of Commissioner Jack Kenny, who will retire from the board on March 4, 2021 after 28 years of service. The unexpired term has two years remaining and ends with the election cycle of April 2023.

“We are honored that Mr. Kenny has been the longest serving Park Board Commissioner in the history of the Decatur Park District and thank him for his contributions to the agency’s advancement over nearly three decades,” stated Stacey Young, Decatur Park Board President.

The board’s goal will be to find an individual who is committed to serving the Park District, involved in the community, and representative of the diverse population it serves. Applications may be obtained at the administrative office (620 E. Riverside Ave.) or online at www.decatur-parks.org on the Public Information link.

Interested individuals should submit the following information:

1. Current resume that highlights experience, education/technical training and employment history
2. A statement of interest that contains:
   • A summary of why you are interested in joining the Decatur Park District.
   • The history of your community involvement over the last five years.
   • What unique attributes and experience that you bring to the Board.

Submissions must be returned to the administrative office in a sealed envelope, attention Melanie Moore, Secretary to the Board, or by email at mmoore@decparks.com by 5 p.m. on March 19, 2021.

For more information, please call Melanie Moore at 422-5911.

 

2020 People’s Choice Award – Vote for your favorite sculpture!

The winning artist will receive an award of $2,500! What’s in it for you? Two randomly selected people will win $250! Contest limited to one entry per person. People’s Choice selection will be made from all entries submitted by October 30. Questions regarding this survey may be directed to the Decatur Parks Foundation 217-422-5911 or Foundation@decparks.com.

Click HERE to take the Survey!