Robbins Island

Robbins Island continues to improve and offer summer fun Robbins Island continues to improve and offer summer fun

Robbins Island Regional Park has undergone some big changes over the last few years. A new fourseason shelter opened in 2020 and work is nearing completion on improvements to the roadway and parking lots. There are also plans to renovate other shelters located throughout the park. The improvements will provide for even more opportunities for fun, relaxation and recreation at the 55-acre park. The park is located between Willmar and Foot lakes on the northside of Willmar. The park includes one of the largest playgrounds in the state and is also home to a natural trail, swimming beach, disc golf course and more.

DESTINATION PLAYGROUND

The Destination Playground provides fully accessible fun for children of all ages. Children are able to run and play through different themed areas, including a castle, train and farm, as well as zipline and a spider bouncer. With different types of slides, swings and climbing apparatuses, the 19,000 square foot playground is the largest fully accessible playground in the state, with special playground equipment specifically for children with disabilities.

The project was funded through private donations, constructed by community members in May 2017 and opened to the public in June 2017.

SHELTERS

Due to upcoming construction at the park, only the new four-season shelter at Robbins Island is available to rent this summer. The four season shelter can be rented for $110. The shelter at Rice Park is also available to rent. To reserve a shelter, call 231-8490 or download the rental form on the city website.

DISC GOLF COURSE

Redesigned in 2018, Robbins Island Disc Golf course is 18 holes and travels through Robbins Island and Hedin Park. Disc golfers navigate around trees, hills and lake water.

A downloadable map of the course can be found at www.willmarmn.gov/ parks_and_trails/disc_golf_course.php

PRAIRIE WINDS CONCERT BAND

The Prairie Winds Concert Band performs music favorites during free evening outdoor concerts at Robbins Island in Willmar. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. June 9, June 16, June 23, June 30. The band will feature a variety of music from its programs, including classic standards, marches, Broadway, big band and Dixieland. Audience members are invited to bring a blanket or lawn chair. Cancellation in case of extreme weather will be announced on local radio.

ROCKIN’ ROBBINS

Free outdoor concert series sponsored by the Willmar Rotary Club to raise money for Robbins Island improvements. Each event includes free concert, food vendors, beer/wine tent, kids’ activities and artisan market. Concerts take place at Robbins Island from 5 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays July 13 (Chase & Ovation: Salute to the Music of Prince), July 20 (Mason Dixon Line), July 27 (Wild Angels: Women of Rock, Pop and Country) and Aug. 3 (Fabulous Armadillos).