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Be a lifeguard this summer & make $20.50 an hour! Learn More & Apply Now

Be a lifeguard this summer & make $20.50 an hour!

Recycle your holiday tree January 3 - 17 at 27 citywide sites. View Locations & Learn More

Recycle your holiday tree January 3 - 17 at 27 citywide sites.

Start out 2026 by trying something new. Winter programs run January 5 - March 15. Register for a Program

Start out 2026 by trying something new. Winter programs run January 5 - March 15.

Come out and skate at six outdoor rinks throughout the city. Register Now

Come out and skate at six outdoor rinks throughout the city.

Apply today to be a 2026 summer lifeguard and sign up for the next swim test on January 30.

Apply today to be a 2026 summer lifeguard and sign up for the next swim test on January 30.

Make tree recycling part of your holiday tradition! Drop off your tree and get free much at select locations.

Make tree recycling part of your holiday tradition! Drop off your tree and get free much at select locations.

Find a winter program that challenges your body, mind, or both! Spots still remain in many classes. Register now!

Find a winter program that challenges your body, mind, or both! Spots still remain in many classes. Register now!

Enjoy winter in the parks. Come out and skate at six outdoor rinks.

Enjoy winter in the parks. Come out and skate at six outdoor rinks.

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Special Announcements

Chicago Bulls Tickets

The Chicago Park District is teaming up with the Chicago Bulls to support Inner City Hoops! A portion of ticket sales benefit the program. Purchase your Bulls tickets today!

Citywide Winter Warmth Drive

The Girls P.L.A.Y Initiative is holding a citywide Winter Warmth Drive to support women & children in shelters across the city! Please join us in this important cause by bringing new hats, scarves, gloves, socks & feminine hygiene products to one of the participating parks

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Programs

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Early Childhood

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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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Become a Lifeguard

Be part of our team in 2026 & make $20.50 an hour! Apply now & register for a Skills Test.

Featured Events

Jan 14

Community Bonfire at Mt. Greenwood From : 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location : 3721 W. 111th St. Chicago, IL 60655

Jan 14

Community Bonfire at Mt. Greenwood From : 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location : 3721 W. 111th St,Chicago,60655

Jan 17

Snowy Owl Irruption! at NPV From : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location : 5801 N. Pulaski Rd. Chicago, IL 60646

Jan 23

Glow Crazy: Adult Skate Party at Brands From : 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location : 3285 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60618

Jan 24

Polar Adventure Day at Northerly Island From : 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Location : 1521 S. Linn White Dr. Chicago, IL 60605

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Featured Facilities

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Conservatories & Greenhouse

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Fitness Centers

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In the News

08/01/2025

Park District Introduces Its New, Redesigned Website Strengthening the Connection Between Patrons and Chicago Parks

07/30/2025

Teen Programs In Full Effect at the Park District: Basketball, Skateboarding, Running and Teens in The Park Fest

07/16/2025

Chicago Park District Presents Executive Summary to the Board, Public Following Tragic Shooting at Douglass Park

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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