Free Fitness Centers Week Kicks Off December 30, 2022 at Chicago Parks Citywide

Chicago Park District will offer free access to 69 fitness centers

Chicago Park District Offers Winter Break Camps

The Chicago Park District is offering Winter Break Camps

Register for 2022 Winter Programs at the Chicago Park District

View programs now; Online registration begins December 5 and December 6

Chicago Conservatories OPEN 2022-2023 Winter Flower Shows on Friday, November 25th

Holiday flower shows are free to enter with pre-registration

The 2022-2023 Ice Skating Season Kicks Off at Chicago Park District Rinks

Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon Opens Today and Citywide Outdoor Rinks Open November 25

Chicago Park District’s 2023 Proposed Budget Prioritizes Investments in Families, Communities, Sustainability and Long Term Fiscal Strength

Balanced financial plan expands thriving programs to meet growing demand, invests in park infrastructure and nature initiatives  

Construction of New Uptown Natural Area to Begin September 9

Project to restore elements of historic 1930s landscape plan to the lakefront park  

Chicago Park District's "Pickleball Mania" Intends to Have More Than 100 Pickleball Courts Across Parks by End of 2025 to Meet the City's Growing Interest in the Sport

Significant investments in pickleball began during the pandemic and will increase moving forward to provide more access and opportunities i

Chicago Park District Beaches Remain Open Through Labor Day; Pools to Close for the Season Starting on Last Day of Camp

District announces the staggered closing of pools across the city to prepare for the Fall Season;

Chicago Park District Outlook Upgraded to Stable Signaling a Strong Financial Health for the District and Investment in Capital Needs and Programming that Benefit Residents

Approved pension legislation, debt refinancing and revenues from boating and golf contribute to park resources and services provided to Chi

Chicago Park District Board Hears Presentation on 2021 Financial Reports Signaling Strong Fiscal Health; Approves Funding for Shoreline Protection Evaluation Report

District celebrates youth athletes and their achievements at the Conrad Worrill Track and Field at Gately Park    

Lifeguards Needed This Summer!

Chicago Park District Raises the Bar on Incentives to Attract Summer Lifeguards

Chicago Park District Prepares for a Fun, Safe Summer

District workforce busy sprucing up parks, opening comfort stations, activating drinking fountains, prepping beaches; Parks offer free, wat

Chicago Park District Celebrates 10th Anniversary of 'Night Out in the Parks'

122 artists and cultural organizations, team up with the Park District to feature over 2,000 hours of safe, high quality, cultural programm

Chicago Park District Board Appoints Rosa Escareño as General Superintendent and Welcomes New Commissioner Sharif Walker

District celebrates the 10th anniversary of Night Out in the Park and acknowledges the positive impact of the Inner City Hoops Basketball p

Chicago Park District Launches “I am a Chicago Lifeguard” Campaign

New campaign features diverse Chicago lifeguards who protect lives and are pillars in their communities;

Chicago Park District to Host Town Halls to Gather Public Input on New Office of Prevention and Accountability

Chicago Park District seeking community input on plans to build a better Park District and ensure a safe and respectful recreation and work

Chicago Park District Introduces Code Amendments to Create Office of Prevention and Accountability, Seeks Community Input

New Office will ensure a safe and respectful recreational and work environment for everyone at the Park District; Office’s creation comes a