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Keep your kids active after school in the Park Kids Afterschool Program Learn More & Register

Keep your kids active after school in the Park Kids Afterschool Program

Fall Programs in the Parks! View Programs & Register

Fall Programs in the Parks!

Enjoy a Fun Night (or Day) in the parks at a 'Night Out in the Parks' Event View the Schedule

Enjoy a Fun Night (or Day) in the parks at a 'Night Out in the Parks' Event

Beaches are Open for Swimming 11 am-7 pm Daily through Labor Day Check Swim Conditions

Beaches are Open for Swimming 11 am-7 pm Daily through Labor Day

Help decide how future funding will be invested in Grant Park. Participatory Budgeting voting is open through September 30th. Vote today!

Help decide how future funding will be invested in Grant Park. Participatory Budgeting voting is open through September 30th. Vote today!

Park Kids provides a safe and fun setting for kids after school, at parks across the city. Register now.

Park Kids provides a safe and fun setting for kids after school, at parks across the city. Register now.

Fall registration is underway. Programs begin the week of Sept. 8. Register Today!

Fall registration is underway. Programs begin the week of Sept. 8. Register Today!

Night Out in the Parks events are underway. Join us!

Night Out in the Parks events are underway. Join us!

Lifeguards are on duty from 11 am to 7 pm daily at all beaches. Check the daily swim status before you go.

Lifeguards are on duty from 11 am to 7 pm daily at all beaches. Check the daily swim status before you go.

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Special Announcements

Win Riot Fest Passes + Support Chicago Kids!

Don't miss your chance to see this year's epic Riot Fest lineup! Help kids access Chicago Park District programs by entering to win a Pair of 3-Day Passes to Riot Fest. Enter now. Raffle ends Sept. 10 at 11:59pm [CPT]

Vendor Networking Events for MBE & WBE Companies

Grow Your Business with the Chicago Park District. Join us at the upcoming Vendor Networking Event at Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose Ave., on September 15. Register now & learn more.

Celebrate the Nation's 250th Anniversary

In honor of this milestone, enjoy a series of cultural events and activations of historic monuments in the parks. America 250: Chicago’s Parks, America’s Stage. Learn more.

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Programs

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Early Childhood

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Special Recreation

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Work for the Parks!

A number of jobs are available. Join our team!

Featured Events

Sep 4

Movies in the Parks at Ellis From : 7:30 PM - 9:36 PM Location : 3520 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60653

Sep 5

Summer Soundwalks in the Park at Big Marsh From : 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location : 11559 S. Stony Island Ave. Chicago, IL 60617

Sep 8

Mexican Independence Day - Art & Dance at Morgan Pk SC From : 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location : 11505 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60647

Sep 8

Nature Oasis: Community Bonfire at Cole From : 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location : 361 E. 85th St. Chicago, IL 60619

Sep 9

Fall into Fitness: Pilates at Clarendon From : 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location : 4501 N. Clarendon Ave. Chicago, IL 60640

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Featured Facilities

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Water Spray Features

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Fitness Centers

In the News

08/28/2026

Chicago Park District and Friends of Big Marsh Cut Ribbon on the Newest BMX Bucket-list Experience in the Midwest Six New Mountain and BMX Bike Trails and Jump Lines Open at Big Marsh Park in Chicago’s Southeast Side During Event on August 29

08/22/2026

Chicago Park District Reveals Name of Sculptor and Architect Selected to Bring to Life a New Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Statue

08/10/2026

Chicago Park District Extends Summer Pool Season Through Labor Day, Prioritizing Chicago's Most Heat-Vulnerable Communities

Featured Capital Projects

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Garfield Park Conservatory - Elizabeth Morse Genius Childrens' Garden | Complete 2026

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Midway Plaisance Inclusive Playground | Complete 2026

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Morgan Shoal Shoreline Revetment

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