Francis Field Youth Foundation

Francis Field Youth Foundation Francis Field Youth Foundation - a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to preserving the Francis Field fairgrounds The field is perfect for community and family use.

The Francis Field Youth Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We are a volunteer-run board of directors who helps make the Francis Field fairgrounds available to the Will County community. This 17 acre facility in the heart of Will County Illinois was donated by Fred Francis in the 1950's for the community to use for agricultural exhibition and other community events, particularly 4-H a

ctivities. The facility is still being overseen by an eleven member volunteer board and now is a Will County Historic landmark and in use by many different groups and clubs in New Lenox and the Will County area. The facility and grounds are also available for rental for various events and gatherings. Our goal at Francis Field has always been to keep
this unique historic "green space" preserved for the youth of Will County and their families. We always strive to support not-for-profit groups
and try to make the field house and fairgrounds
available for them whenever possible. Francis Field Youth Foundation takes pride in awarding college scholarships to deserving youth that have had some connection to our unique facility. (go to the 'Event Downloads and Information' page to get more info about eligibility and to download an application.) The agricultural roots of Will County are still alive here at Francis Field. Many horse shows, dog training classes, rabbit shows, and 4-H events are held in the riding arena, barns, and field house. Many clubs also utilize our facility for football, lacrosse, soccer, cheerleading, and dance classes. We have various educational programs and agriculture exhibitions open to the public at all times of the year. For more information email [email protected]

Fall tack swap info!
09/01/2026

Fall tack swap info!

08/24/2026
08/22/2026

We are about to start trail class in the main arena then we will be moving onto western classes. 11:45

This Saturday, August 22 is the rescheduled Francis Field Show circuit Open show! We are in need of some volunteers. The...
08/18/2026

This Saturday, August 22 is the rescheduled Francis Field Show circuit Open show!

We are in need of some volunteers. These can be a full day job or broken into shifts. You will receive free lunch and volunteers hours

1. Ring Stewart
2. Gate Crew
3. Announcer

Attached are patterns for classes

Hope to see everyone Saturday!

August 15 2026 Kevin Molloy insurance will be hosting a community event at the field!! This is sure to be a great event ...
08/13/2026

August 15 2026 Kevin Molloy insurance will be hosting a community event at the field!! This is sure to be a great event and is open to the community! Be sure to stop by!

Thank you so much to all the competitors that came out to the Dressage and Western Dressage Show yesterday!! Thanks to o...
08/10/2026

Thank you so much to all the competitors that came out to the Dressage and Western Dressage Show yesterday!! Thanks to our wonderful Judge, Michael Peters and our fantastic scribe, Patty Kelly. You two did a fantastic job of staying on time. Thank you to our wonderful volunteers lynn, Dianne, Kristina , Michele, Ed, Onnie, Katie and Kerry. We wouldn’t be able to have these shows if it weren’t for our volunteers. Thank you to Brutus Leather Timothy Huey for customizing all of our prizes. See all of you dressage riders Sept 27!!

Post any pictures you got from yesterday!

We eill take some last minute dressage/western dressage show entries today. Please TEXT me your name, horses name and cl...
08/04/2026

We eill take some last minute dressage/western dressage show entries today. Please TEXT me your name, horses name and classes. 773-552-4691

08/03/2026

We are looking for a judge for our August 22 open show (originally had a judge but she can no longer come) and Sept 20 open show! Please contact Brittany if you can judge! 773-552-4691

Open Show Riders! We’ve had some great suggestions from you and have decided to add a few classes to our show bill. Augu...
07/27/2026

Open Show Riders! We’ve had some great suggestions from you and have decided to add a few classes to our show bill.

August 22 will now have
🐎Open Showmanship
🐎English Equitation 18 and under
🐎English Equitation 19 and Over
🐎Horsemanship 18 and under
🐎Horsemanship 19 and Over

Our Sept 20 show will include these classes along with some new Academy classes!

We hope to see everyone at the August 22 Open show!!

Here is an updated Francis Field Show Circuit schedule for the rest of the season! Hopefully we don’t have to reschedule...
07/22/2026

Here is an updated Francis Field Show Circuit schedule for the rest of the season! Hopefully we don’t have to reschedule anymore shows!

Address

801 E Francis Road
New Lenox, IL
60451

Telephone

+18157223810

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