The City of Red Bud, Ill., boasts considerable green space for residents and visitors to enjoy. With 5 parks and hundreds of trees planted throughout the community, guests and homeowners alike feel the blue skies and open air of a rural atmosphere, even from the heart of downtown.
Whether you’re a guest to our town or a long-time resident, be sure to take in one of our outdoor events or visit one of our parks for some recreation.
Ratz Memorial Park
603 W. Market St. Red Bud, IL
618.282.2315
HOURS:
Open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily and is free to the public.
Amenities
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Barbecue Grills
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Playgrounds
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Soccer Field
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Grass Volleyball Court
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Paved Fitness Area
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Climbing Rock
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Grass Kickball Field
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City Pool
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Splash Pad
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Seasonal Restrooms
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4 Rentable Pavilions
For pavilion rental questions and inquiries, contact City Hall at 618-282-2315.
Lincoln Park
525 W. S. 4th St. Red Bud, IL
618.282.2315
HOURS:
Open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily and is free to the public.
Amenities
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Softball Field
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Tennis Courts
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Paved Walking Trail
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Muskets Football Complex
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Restrooms
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Playground
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Sand Volleyball
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Soccer Fields
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Barbecue Grill
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Basketball Courts
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Fitness Station
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Gaga Ball Pit
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Pickleball Courts
For pavilion rental questions and inquiries, contact City Hall at 618-282-2315.
Pool & Splash Pad
603 W. Market St. Red Bud, IL
Pool: 618.282.2898 (Seasonal) City Hall: 618.282.2315
HOURS:
Splash Pad is closed for the season.
Red Bud City Pool is closed for the season.
Amenities
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Barbecue Grill
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Playgrounds
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Soccer Field
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Volleyball Court
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City Pool
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Splash Pad
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Restrooms
For pavilion rental questions and inquiries, contact City Hall at 618-282-2315.
Visit Parks & Facilities
City Hall Park
200 E. Market St. (behind City Hall)
City Hall Pocket Park
200 E. Market St. (behind City Hall)
L.V. Finley Memorial Park
902 Locust St.
Corner of Locust Street & Summit Street Gazebo and picnic area
525 W.S. 4th Street
Lions ParkLions Park
146 Powell Road
(contact a member of the Lions Club to reserve the pavilion)
Amenities: Rentable Pavilion, Playground, Seasonal Restrooms, Public Fishing
Red Bud City Pool. & Splash PadRed Bud City Pool & Splash Pad
623 W. Market Street
Phone: 618.282.2898
Ratz Memorial ParkRatz Memorial City Park
603 W. Market Street
Red Bud Sports Complex
146 Powell Rd.
How fun is this? Red Bud’s Lincoln Park is part of the 2026 Jingle Hike Challenge, organized by HeartLands Conservancy!Get your hiking boots ready! The 2026 Jingle Hike Challenge returns for its 11th year from Thanksgiving Day through New Year’s Day.
Grab your family, head outdoors, and search for the hidden bells and bows at this year’s 12 featured parks across southwestern Illinois:
🔔Belk Park (Wood River)
🔔Drost Park (Maryville)
🔔Engelmann Farm Park (Shiloh/St. Clair County)
🔔Gardens at SIUE (Edwardsville)
🔔Glik Park (Highland)
🔔Greenspace North Park/Schon Park (Glen Carbon)
🔔Knobeloch Woods Nature Preserve (Belleville)
🔔Lincoln Park (Red Bud)
🔔Paul Wightmann Subterranean Nature Preserve (Fults)
🔔Stemler Cave Woods State Nature Preserve (Columbia)
🔔Three Springs Park (Shiloh)
🔔Washington County State Recreation Area (Nashville)
Find the bells, submit your photo, and test your tree ID skills for bonus entries in the prize drawings!
Register by November 1 to secure your spot and receive your official challenge t-shirt and packet.
Learn more and register at: heartlandsconservancy.org/jingle-hike-challenge/
Thank you to our gracious hosts: Illinois Nature Preserves Commission Illinois Department of Natural Resources Village of Shiloh The Village of Maryville St. Clair County Parks and Recreation The Gardens at SIUE Highland Parks & Recreation Village of Glen Carbon Clifftop Wood River Parks & Recreation Red Bud IL Parks and Rec ...
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What a great walk via the walking path that connects Steven Drive in the SKK subdivision with Lincoln Park/the Red Bud SWIC campus. ...
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It’s the battle of the seasons. Trees say fall and temperatures are not so sure, yet. ...
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⏱️ The countdown is on but there's still time to enjoy the splash pad this season.⏱️ ...
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🌳 Lincoln Park Revitalization Project Update! 🐾
The City of Red Bud is excited to announce that we have officially submitted our OSLAD grant application for the Lincoln Park Revitalization Project!
The proposed project includes exciting improvements designed to enhance Lincoln Park for residents and visitors, including a new dog park, playground equipment, and revitalized park features. Grant awards are anticipated to be announced in late 2026 or early 2027.
While we wait for the results, we ask everyone to continue doing their part to help keep Lincoln Park clean and enjoyable for everyone. ❤️
🐕 Please keep your pets leashed while enjoying the park.
💩 Please pick up after your pets.
🗑️ Please dispose of pet waste in the provided waste bins.
With a little help from everyone, we can take good care of the park we have today while looking forward to future improvements!🎉🌳🐾
Thank you for your continued support in creating and maintaining enjoyable spaces within our community! ...
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Lincoln Park was the host site for the Red Bud Am250 festival on August 29 - ...
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A few lost and found items from the August 29 Am250 Festival. They can be claimed at pavilion 1 at Lincoln Park. ...
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