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Win Lollapalooza Passes + Support Chicago Kids!

Every entry supports the Park Kids Are Our Kids Finanical Assistance Fun. 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 22 at 11:59pm [CPT]

RiverLab Paddles and more.

Enjoy the great outdoors with Guided Paddle at River, Marquette, or Garfield Parks. Register today.

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.

Enjoy a Great Workout in the Pool - Get a Lap Swim Membership

1-month & 3-month memberships provide access to all Lap Swim times at any park that offers Lap Swim across the Park District. Learn more.

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People in canoes paddling down a calm river surrounded by lush green trees.

Indoor pool with swimmers doing lap swims while a lifeguard is guarding them.

Programs

Boy wearing a backwards baseball cap sits at a table in a classroom as a girl in the background puts a drawing over her head.

Work for the Parks!

A number of jobs are available. Join our team!

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Featured Events

Jun 21 - Jul 31

Pianos in the Parks at Margate From : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location : 4921 N. Marine Drive Chicago, IL 60640

Jul 16

Imagination Station at Burroughs Beach From : 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location : 3100 S. Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Drive,Chicago,60616

Jul 17

Dance to Chinatown! at Armour Square From : 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location : 3309 S. Shields Ave. Chicago, IL 60616

Jul 18

Summer Soundwalks in the Park at Jackson From : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location :

Jul 18

TIP Fest at Oakwood Beach From : 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location : 4100 S. Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Drive,Chicago,60653

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