The Chicago Park District Receives Grant Funding to Support New ‘Parks for Pollinators’ Campaign
Funding provided by the National Recreation and Park Association and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation
Chicago Park District Cuts Ribbon on New Welles Park Nature Play Space
An open play space, full of hidden nooks, climbing challenges and buzzing wildlife to open on June 16
Chicago Park District June 2018 eNewsletter
With summer break from school fast-approaching for many students, the Chicago Park District offers parents a safe and secure space for their childr
Chicago Park District to Unveil New Public Art Exhibit on the Former Steel Works Site at Steelworkers Park on June 16
Public art installation depicts how industry and humans shaped Chicago’s Southeast Side
New Summer Tropical Flower Show to Open at the Lincoln Park Conservatory
The show features 20 large-size hummingbirds created by local artists
Chicago Park District Announces Dates for Series of Teen Summer Events
The Chicago Park District announced today the dates for a series of events for Chicago teens taking place at parks and beaches across the c
Mayor Emanuel Breaks Ground on New Fieldhouse and Community Center at Williams Park
New Facility to Include Half-Court Gymnasium and Multi-Purpose Rooms for Art and Exercise
Chicago Park District Announces Schedule for 66th Season of Theater on the Lake: The Chicago Summer Theater Festival
The Summer Theater Festival will return to its lakefront home on June 19
Mayor Emanuel, Chicago Park District Kick Off 6th Summer Season of 'Night Out in the Parks'
40 new artists and cultural organizations team up with the Park District to feature over 2,000 hours of high quality, cultural programming
Chicago Park District May 2018 eNewsletter
Over 2,000 hours of high quality, cultural programming in Chicago parks citywide announced on May 17.
Chicago Park District to Host First Public Art Installation of Lawrence Weiner’s ‘OUT OF SIGHT’
Artist Lawrence Weiner’s hopscotch-inspired exhibit to debut at Maggie Daley Park on June 9
Chicago Park District Continues to Limit Use of Pesticides in Parks
Dandelions Growing in Parks Signifies a Healthy Lawn
Chicago Park District Amends Drinking Water Program to Stress Safety and Efficiency
The Chicago Park District today announced the outdoor drinking water fountains are in the process of being turned on for the 2018 season.
Chicago Park District Opens Grant Applications for the Nature Play Initiative
Applications are due June 1st for a grant of up to $10,000 to build and support nature play spaces
Special Olympics Chicago Kicks off Spring Games
More than 4,500 Special Olympics Chicago athletes are in competition mode, as the annual Spring Games are in full swing.
ComEd, Chicago Park District Ready to “Switch on Summer” with Annual Event at Buckingham Fountain
Celebrate warmer months ahead with live entertainment, family-friendly activities
Chicago Park District Announces Free Workout Demos & Health Screenings during Chicago Moves Day at Federal Plaza on May 2
Access to the Chicago Park District’s 72 fitness centers will be available for free on May 2
Chicago Park District’s In-person 2018 Park Programming Registration Begins Saturday, April 28 at 9 am
Slots are still available; enrollments are up 18% after four days compared to this time last year
Chicago Park District’s Summer 2018 Registration Opens April 23 at 9 am
Regular programs run the week of June 18 through the week of August 20, standard day camps run for six weeks from June 25 through August 3<
Mayor Emanuel and Alderman O'Shea Break Ground on Community Investments Across the South West Side
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and 19th Ward Alderman Matt O’Shea today joined Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools and the Public Building Co