2024 Park Advisory Council Conference Draws More Than 200 Park Advocates to Malcolm X on March 9
The theme of this year’s pac conference is ‘power in people’
Walk, Jog, Roll or Run: 'Go Runs Shuffle Through Chicago Parks Most Saturdays Through November 16
Free, timed 5K and 1-mile community runs commence the outdoor running season in the parks
Spring Program Online Registration Opens March 4 and 5
Most parks begin in-person registration on Saturday, March 9, with all other starting on Monday, March 11.
Midway Plaisance and Jackson Parks Construction Updates to be Provided at Virtual Community Meeting on March 6
The public is invited to learn about upcoming park enhacements
Teen Opportunity Fairs Give Youth a Glimpse at Chicago Park District Job Offerings for 2024
Learn, apply, and interview for Your Perfect Summer Job on site at any of the three teen job fairs
Chicago Park District Presents Cornell Square Park Improvements at Community Meeting on February 29
The historically preserved fieldhouse, built in 1905, will receive enhacements focused on restoring the park as a vital resource for the co
Last Polar Adventure Day of the Season Takes Place at Big Marsh Park on February 17
Hot cocoa, huskies, and bird hikes through the Natural Area
Love is in the Air, Literally! Bald Eagles Spotted Courting in Big Marsh Park
The entire aviary community is aflutter with the coming of Spring!
Chicago Park District Board Grants First Provisional Approvals for 2024 Permitted Events; Authorizes the District to Tender Bonds for Additional Savings and Votes to Rename Montrose Dunes in Honor of Piping Plovers, Monty and Rose & Name Park 581 Prairie
Park District and Board celebrate Black History Month, highlighting special events and acknowledging the accomplishments and contributions
Spring Flower Shows Blossom Starting Valentine's Day at the Lincoln & Garfield Park Conservatories
“SWEET GNOME CHICAGO” & “WHAT’S IN A NAME” COMBINE WHIM AND WONDER ON CHICAGO’S LAKEFRONT AND WEST SIDE
Registration is Open for Girls Day of Play on February 9
Initiative welcoed over 2,000 girls in 2023 events
It’s Not Too Early to Secure Your Perfect Summer Job! Chicago Park District Opens Summer Job Applications and Encourages Interested Candidates to Secure a Summer Job Now
There are more than 2,500 summer employment opportunities with unique and exciting careers at the Chicago Park District in 2024.
Love is Everywhere in the Parks this Valentine's Day
Families are invited to enjoy dances, crafts, cooking classes and more
Chicago Park District Board Approves the Intergovernmental Transfer of Resources for Park Investment; Authorizes Contracts for Security and Landscape Services
Park District and Board honored recent retirees for the years of service to the parks and citizens of Chicago
Polar Adventure Days Sled into Big Marsh Park
Everyone is invited to admire winter's natural beauty on January 20 and February 17 at a new location
Designs for Jackie Robinson Park Fieldhouse to be Presented to Community During Upcoming Virtual Meeting on January 17 at 6 pm
New fieldhouse will offer much-needed spaces to meet growing demand for indoor programming in the Washington Heights Community
Chicago Park District Extreme Weather Facility & Programming Update
In response to the extreme windchill warning in effect across the Chicago area through Wednesday, January 17 at 9 a.m., the Chicago Park District h
Chicago Park District Extreme Weather Update
In response to the extreme windchill warning in effect across the Chicago area through Wednesday, January 17 at 9 a.m., and continuously dropping t
Chicago Park District Hosts Town Halls Inviting Residents to “Picture Your Parks” and Provide Ideas and Input for a New Strategic Plan
Residents can also share ideas through a community survey, open through January 31
Restoration Project Begins at Kiwanis Park
PLANNED IMPROVEMENTS TO SHORELINE STABILIZATION AND RIVER ACCESS
Free Fitness Centers Week Kicks Off December 27 at Chicago Parks Citywide
Reserve your free spot today
Chicago Park District Board Approves 2024 Operating Budget Spurring Investment in Equity and Accessibility; Authorizes Funding to Upgrade Critical Infrastructure; Hears Proposals to Rename Two Parks and Expands Pre-Qualified General Contractor Pool
Park District and Board honor winners of the 74th Annual Mum Bowl football championship
Winter Break Camps to Keep Kids Active While They Are Out of School
Most camps run from December 26, 2023 through January 5, 2024.