Hours
Business Hours:
Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Open to the Public for Programs, Ice Skating & Swimming (in season)
Times below are only when this facility opens for the day. Evening closure times may vary, please contact the Nelson Center at 217-753-2800 or check the Nelson Center's Facebook page @SPDNelsonCenter for the monthly calendar and facility closure times.
Monday: 5:45am
Tuesday: 5:45am
Wednesday 5:45am
Thursday 5:45am
Friday 5:45am
Saturday 5:45am
Sunday 1:00pm
There will be a Recreation Associate/Receptionist at the Front Desk Area from:
Monday-Thursday: 4:30pm-8:30pm
Friday: 4:30pm-6:00pm
Admission
Admission to our Lobby and Restroom areas are free. There is a cost to swim and to ice-skate. You will want to see our most up-to-date fees on our Online Registration portal. Click the link below to learn more:
LEARN MORE - Ice Activities
LEARN MORE - Public Skate Tickets
- Regular Skate Cost: $8
- Discount Skate Cost: $6
- Skate Rental Fee: $3
LEARN MORE - Swimming
Sensory Friendly Initiatives
The Springfield Park District Nelson Center is a certified Sensory Inclusive Venue through KultureCity. This means that our staff has undergone training on how to assist and accommodate guests with sensory needs at our facility.
What is Sensory Friendly at the Nelson Center?
The Springfield Park District Nelson Center has partnered with KultureCity® to enhance our ability to assist and accommodate guests with sensory needs. Our goal is to provide an inclusive experience for all guests who visit our facility. We strive to raise awareness of the needs and challenges faced by individuals with sensory processing needs by suppling our staff with annual training and by offering resources and accommodations to our guests.
KultureCity® Sensory bags
KultureCity® Sensory bags containing special badges, fidget tools, sunglasses, communication card, and noise-canceling headphones are available for checkout (at no cost by leaving an ID) at our Guest Services Desk located at the Skate Rental Shop in Rink 2 and Welcome Desk in Rink 1.
Weighted Lap Pads
Weighted lap pads are available upon request (at no cost by leaving an ID) at the Skate Rental Shop in Rink 2 and Welcome Desk in Rink 1 or by speaking to a staff member.
Quiet Areas
Quiet areas are located throughout the facility and are marked by signage.
Social Story and KultureCity® App
Download the KultureCity® App to get your social story to help you further with your visit to the Springfield Park District Nelson Center.
Activities
For a list of activities held at the Nelson Center Ice Rink, please click the button below.
ACTIVITIES
Birthday Parties
For a list birthday parties held at the Nelson Center Ice Rink, please click the button below.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES