Fully accessible Hero Park in Round Lake Beach opening Saturday

The Round Lake Area Park District is hosting the grand opening of Hero Park from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 16.

The $2.5 million playground of the fully accessible park, 2041 N. Orchard Lane in Round Lake Beach, is designed to remove physical and social barriers so all children, with and without disabilities and/or critical illnesses, can play side by side with their peers and families.

Hero Park is across from the district’s recreation building. Registration is not required for this free event featuring a variety of activities including a trackless train and an airbrush artist. T-shirts and Kona Ice will be given away while supplies last.