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Teens: Audition May 29 to be part of TIP Fest 2026. Register Now

Teens: Audition May 29 to be part of TIP Fest 2026.

May in Motion: Free Wellness Opportunities Learn More

May in Motion: Free Wellness Opportunities

2026 Night Out in the Parks Schedule Announced View the Schedule

2026 Night Out in the Parks Schedule Announced

The Movies in the Parks Lineup is Out! View the Lineup

The Movies in the Parks Lineup is Out!

Register for Summer Day Camp! Spots are still available at many parks. Register Now

Register for Summer Day Camp! Spots are still available at many parks.

Singers, rappers, dancers, poets and more, age 14-24, come audition to be part of TIP Fest 2026. Learn more and register.

Singers, rappers, dancers, poets and more, age 14-24, come audition to be part of TIP Fest 2026. Learn more and register.

Celebrate May in Motion with us at parks citywide. May 1-27

Celebrate May in Motion with us at parks citywide. May 1-27

Check out the lineup of Night Out in the Parks events, which begin in June.

Check out the lineup of Night Out in the Parks events, which begin in June.

Movies in the Parks kickoffs June 9 with more than 175 movies this summer! View the full schedule.

Movies in the Parks kickoffs June 9 with more than 175 movies this summer! View the full schedule.

View summer programs and camps. Day Camp runs June 22 - July 31. Most other programs run June 15 - Aug. 9.

View summer programs and camps. Day Camp runs June 22 - July 31. Most other programs run June 15 - Aug. 9.

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Special Announcements

Vendor Networking Events for MBE & WBE Companies

Grow Your Business with the Chicago Park District. Join us at the upcoming Vendor Networking Event at Humboldt Park on May 27. Register now & learn more.

12th St. Beach Concession Opportunity

A food and beverage concession opportunity is now available at 12th Street Beach. The submission deadline is June 8, at 3 pm. Learn more and apply now.

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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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

May 21

Anchor Residency Welcome Reception at Ellis From : 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location : 3520 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60653

May 21

Boxing Show at Columbus From : 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location : 500 S. Central Ave. Chicago, IL 60644

May 21

Chicago Astronomer at Horner From : 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Location : 2741 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60618

May 22

Dancin' Fridays - Cumbia Lesson at Humboldt From : 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location : 1440 N. Humboldt Boulevard Chicago, IL 60622

May 23

Early Bird Walks at NPV From : 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Location : 5801 N. Pulaski Rd. Chicago, IL 60646

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Featured Facilities

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Fitness Centers

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Conservatories & Greenhouse

Cultural Centers

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In the News

05/12/2026

Mayor Brandon Johnson and Park District CEO Carlos Ramirez-Rosa Cut the Ribbon on New Carver Park Playground, Launching Chicago Grows Together Initiative, and Announce Mayor Johnson's Participation in Mayors for Parks Coalition

05/06/2026

We have Two Eaglets! A Century First for Chicago

04/30/2026

Chicago Park District Celebrates Fitness, Wellness & Community Wellbeing With May in Motion Initiative Starting May 1

Featured Capital Projects

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Garfield Park Conservatory - Elizabeth Morse Genius Childrens' Garden

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Midway Plaisance Inclusive Playground

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Morgan Shoal Shoreline Revetment

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