Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation has a variety of special events for youth & adult participants with disabilities. Please review this season’s events below or in our program guide!
Summer Registration opens April 1, 2023!
ADULT EGG HUNT
Ages 14+
Hop into spring with some eggs-cellent fun! Join us as we hunt for eggs inside and outside of the CUSR Center. At the end of the hunt, you will be able to enter the eggs-travagant drawing for prizes!
GOALS: Enhance socialization skills with peer.
Date: April 1
Day: Saturday
Time: 2-3p
Location: CUSR Center
Fee (R/NR): $25/$37.50
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
No Door-to-Door Transportation
REGISTER HERECUSR DAY TRIP SLEEPOVER
Ages 21+
Join us for the sleepover of the year! This year’s theme is Day Trip, so pack your PJs, sleeping bag, and pillow. We will enjoy an outing to the Peoria Zoo and Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill. The adventure will end at CUSR with pizza, s’mores, fun games, and a movie on our large projector screen. We will also wake up to a yummy breakfast!
GOALS: Enhance socialization skills with peers.
Date: April 15-16
Day: Saturday – Sunday
Time: 12p-9:30a
Location: CUSR Center
Fee (R/NR): $250/$375
Deadline: 2 weeks prior to program
No Door-to-Door Transportation
REGISTER HERESPRING FORMAL
Ages 16+
It’s that time of year again! CUSR is hosting our annual Spring Formal. This year’s theme is “Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory”. Come dressed in your magical, whimsical, and dazzling attire.
GOALS: Meet new people and enhance socialization.
Date: April 22
Day: Saturday
Time: 6-8p
Location: CUSR Center
Fee (R/NR): $70/$105
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
No Door-to-Door Transportation
REGISTER HEREICE CREAM SOCIAL | NEW!
Ages 16+
We all scream for ice cream! Eat different varieties and combinations of ice cream sundaes while enjoying time with friends.
GOALS: Enhance socialization with peers.
Date: May 5
Day: Friday
Time: 5-6:30p
Location: CUSR Center
Fee (R/NR): $23/$34.50
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
Ice Cream Social RegistrationSWIM ‘N SHADY
Ages 16+
Take a plunge in the cool waters of relaxation. We will swim, then enjoy Jimmy John’s for lunch afterward. The meal is included in the fee.
GOALS: Enhance social skills with peers and community members.
Date: June 4
Day: Sunday
Time: 1-4p
Location: Meet at Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center, Urbana
Fee (R/NR): $46/69
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
Swim 'n Shady RegistrationROYAL TEA PARTY | NEW!
Ages 16+
Join us for an elegant Tea Party. Dress your fanciest and eat like royalty.
GOALS: Enhance socialization with peers.
Date: June 22
Day: Thursday
Time: 4-6:30p
Location: CUSR Center
Fee (R/NR): $35/$52.50
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
Royal Tea Party RegistrationTIE-DYE PARTY
Ages 14+
Time to get creative! Join in on the fun of crazy patterns, colors, and designs as we tie-dye some new summer fashion pieces.
GOALS: Promote creativity and social engagement
Date: June 30
Day: Friday
Time: 6-7:30p
Location: CUSR Center
Fee (R/NR): $30/$45
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
Tie Dye Party RegistrationWISCONSIN DELLS OVERNIGHT TRIP
Ages 21+
Take in all that Wisconsin has to offer on this adventure! Vacation at the Wisconsin Dells Kalhlari Resort. Hang out at Tom Foolerys Arcade and enjoy a fun magic show! This program fee includes lodging, meals, and admission. Please bring extra money for souvenirs and snacks.
GOALS: Enhance socialization with peers.
Dates: June 30 – July 2
Time: TBA
Fee (R/NR): $1,056
Location: Depart from and return to CUSR
Deadline: 2 months prior to program
No Door-to-Door Transportation
Wisconsin Dells Overnight Trip RegistrationSENSORY FRIENDLY SWIMMING
Ages 0-22 with parent or guardian
Enjoy a day of family fun and sensory friendly swimming at Sholem Aquatic Center!
Dates: June 9, July 7, July 28
Time: 9-11:15a (pool is closed to the public during this event)
Location: Sholem Aquatic Center
THE ‘QUE
Ages 16+
It’s time for some summer fun! Enjoy great music, games, and good ol’ BBQ with friends.
GOALS: Promote healthy relationships, problem-solving skills, and social engagement.
Dates: July 7
Day: Friday
Time: 5-6:30p
Fee (R/NR): $37/$55.50
Location: CUSR Center
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
The 'Que RegistrationC-U DANCING | NEW!
Ages 14+
Calling all dancers! This season’s dance theme is Stars and Stripes! Refreshments will be provided. Please call ahead if you’re signing up as a group.
GOALS: Promote socialization, coordination, and motor skills
Dates: July 8
Day: Saturday
Time: 6-8p
Fee (R/NR): $20/$30
Location: CUSR Center
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
C-U Dancing RegistrationBAND TOGETHER! | NEW!
Ages 14+
Fill your day with music! Learn to play instruments, sing along to songs, and make fun sounds together!
GOALS: Promote socialization, coordination, and motor skills.
Dates: July 7
Day: Friday
Time: 5-7:30p
Fee (R/NR): $37/$55.50
Location: CUSR Center
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
Band Together RegistrationSTATE FAIR | NEW!
Ages 20+
Funnel cakes, lemon shake-ups, and rides, oh my! Let’s cruise around the Illinois State Fair and enjoy great fair food and rides. Both are covered in the fee. Transportation provided to the fair grounds. Pick up and drop off at CUSR. Please bring money for souvenirs. Must be able to walk long distances.
GOALS: Enhance social skills with peers and community members.
Dates: August 12
Day: Saturday
Time: 1-5p
Fee (R/NR): $72/$108
Location: Meet at CUSR Center
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
State Fair RegistrationPROM
Ages 16+
Dress to impress and dance the night away at CUSR Prom, a Night of Hollywood. Catered food will be provided.
GOALS: Promote socialization, coordination, and motor skills.
Dates: August 26
Day: Saturday
Time: 6-8p
Fee (R/NR): $63/$94.50
Location: CUSR Center
Deadline: 1 week prior to program
Door-to-Door Transportation: $10
Prom Registration