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Douglass Park June 2025 Shooting – Internal Review Executive Summary Review the Executive Summary & Key Documents

Douglass Park June 2025 Shooting – Internal Review Executive Summary

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Douglass Park Shooting Internal Review - View the Executive Summary and Key Documents

Douglass Park Shooting Internal Review - View the Executive Summary and Key Documents

T.I.P. (Teens in the Park) Fest is the largest platform for Chicago’s young artists to showcase their talent.

T.I.P. (Teens in the Park) Fest is the largest platform for Chicago’s young artists to showcase their talent.

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From festival grounds to playgrounds, your entry makes a difference. Help kids access Chicago Park District programs by entering to win Two 4-Day Passes to Lollapalooza. Don't wait, enter now. Raffle ends July 27 at 11:59pm [CPT]

Night Out in the Parks & Movies in the Parks

Join us as we activate parks across the city with robust cultural events & 150+movies – bringing neighbors together! Learn more about Night Out in the Parks.

Hit the Beach!

Beaches open daily when lifeguards are on duty, from 11 am-7 pm, through Labor Day. Check current swim conditions.

Summer Programs!

Join us for exceptional experiences in the parks this summer. View summer programs & register now.

Lollapalooza stage and crowd with Chicago skyline.

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People relax on a sandy beach with the Chicago skyline in the background.

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Programs

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Early Childhood

Two boys playing chess in a classroom.

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Two women smile at a pickleball net. One has her arm around the other.

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Special Recreation

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Featured Events

Jun 21 - Jul 31

Pianos in the Parks at Kennicott From : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location : 4434 S. Lake Park Ave. Chicago, IL 60653

Jul 18

Dance in the Parks - Summer 17 at Ellis From : 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM Location : 3520 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60653

Jul 19

Movies in the Parks at Paschen From : 8:15 PM - 10:13 PM Location : 1932 W. Lunt Ave. Chicago, IL 60626

Jul 20

Beatles Sing Along at Lake Shore From : 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location : 808 N. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60611

Aug 9

Defender Charities Bud Billiken Parade at Washington From : 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location : 5531 S. King Dr. Chicago, IL 60615

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Featured Facilities

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Water Spray Features

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Water Playgrounds

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Fitness Centers

In the News

05/30/2025

Park District Partners with the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection to Enforce Vendor Compliance in Parks

05/28/2025

Chicago Park District Received $40,000 Donation from NASCAR Chicago Street Race to Spruce Up Harvest Garden Program and Help More Than 1,700 Kids Attend Enriching Summer Programs

05/20/2025

Daily Beach Advisories Available Starting May 23, 11 AM

Featured Capital Projects

Riverfront park with docks, walkways, and people kayaking.

Chicago Riverbank Restorations - Habitat and Access Projects

Architectural rendering of a waterfront park featuring large, rust-colored, text-covered structures. People relax on benches and stroll through the area.

DuSable Park Development

Architectural rendering of the Jackie Robinson Park fieldhouse with green tiled walls and glass entryway. People stroll through the landscaped gardens in front.

Jackie Robinson Fieldhouse

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