Chicago Park District Releases its Sustainability Report: “Parks are Making Chicago a Greener City” Touts Accomplishments in Advancing Environmental Resiliency and Lays Groundwork for Even Healthier, Greener Parks and City
Green open spaces and natural areas are essential to enhancing the beauty and wellbeing of our people and communities; taking stock of our
Chicago Park District Celebrates Strong 2024 Accomplishments and Touts Progress in Building a More Resilient Future and Equitable District Benefiting Workers, Families and Communities Across Chicago
Met and exceeded goals by investing in workforce, prioritizing youth, delivering on critical services and programs; maximizing event experi
Apply Now and Be Set for Summer! Chicago Park District Opens Summer Job Applications for Lifeguards and Encourages Interested Candidates to Secure a Summer Job Now
Next swim test date is Saturday, December 21 and swim skills training programs at four neighborhood pools kick off the week of January 21.<
Chicago Park District Board Approves 2025 Operational Budget Spurring Nearly $600 Million in Investment in Youth and Families, Communities and its Workforce; Approves Code Changes Expanding Parental Leave to 12 Weeks
Balanced budget reflects fiscal responsibility and forges path for the future; no new property tax imposed
Garfield Park Conservatory Breaking Ground on New Indoor Children's Garden
Groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of renovations for the 6,000 square-foot indoor garden
Chicago Park District Board Receives 2025 Proposed Budget and Five-Year Capital Plan Reflecting Nearly $700 Million in Investment in Families, Communities and its Workforce; Elects Dr. Marlon Everett as Board President
Park District; Board honor former Commissioner Jose Muñoz for his years of service and dedication to the Board
Chicago Park District’s 2025 Budget Recommendations Set a Solid Path for the Future of Parks Building a Resilient Community Anchor
A forward-looking responsible budget shows fiscal soundness without imposing new taxes; and makes critical investments in its workforce, ci
Chicago Park District Gymnast Lulu Ton-That Signs Letter of Intent to Join the Brown University Gymnastics Team
Lulu began participating in gymnastics in the parks since 2016 and will now continue to compete at the collegiate level
Chicago Park District’s Financial Assistance Fund Gets $40,000 Boost from CVS Health Grant to Help 570 Kids Attend After-School Programs and Connect to Wellness Resources and Active Living Opportunities
CVS Health & Aetna to host wellness and nutrition activities for Park Kids after-school program at Tuley Park in the Chesterfield commu
Union Park Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of outdoor court upgrades and improvements
Chicago Park District Board Celebrates Another Successful Summer of Hiring, Supporting 3000 Youth and Receives Proposed Code Changes to Extend Employee Paid Parental Leave, Strengthening Families and Communities Through Its Workforce
Board authorizes a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with the City for Electrical Modernization at Various Parks and the Approves the Adopti
Chicago Park District Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Welles Park to Celebrate Opening of 3 New Pickleball Courts & Upgrades to the Horseshoe Pits and Volleyball Court
Ceremony to take place by horseshoe pits on Monday, October 7 at 9 a.m.
Chicago's Own 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist Shamier Little Returns Home to Washington Park
Olympian credits Park District programs for her start in track; inspires Chicago youth to chase their dreams
Chicago Park District Invites Chicago Residents to Provide Public Input for 2025 Fiscal Budget
Two public forums and an online form offer residents an opportunity to be a part of the 2025 budget planning process
Park District Superintendent Releases New, Five-Year Strategic Plan Building an Inclusive and Connected Park System for All; And Creating Strong Anchors of Recreation, Wellness and Nature
The District also announced wellness and sustainability initiatives that align with the strategic plan.
Chicago Park District's Anchor Curatorial Residency Presents A New Visual Arts Exhibition, Diversión, in Marquette Park
Opening reception to feature open mic performances, print workshop and food giveaway for Chicago residents and visitors
Park District, Community Cut Ribbon on New Pickleball and Tennis Courts at Grand Crossing Park; Touts $1 Million Investment in Auburn Gresham
Court improvements part of the Pickleball Mania initiative to build 200 new pickleball courts around the city
Coach Bill Heglin to Retire After Serving 51 Years as Boxing Coach at Hamlin Park, Celebration to Take Place at Free Outdoor Boxing Show September 5
Following the celebration at Hamlin Park, Bessember, Ogden and Scottsdale Parks feature free, outdoor boxing shows throughout September
Chicago Park District Beach Season Sunsets as Fall Indoor Swimming Prepares to Start on September 3
Beaches and 11 neighborhood outdoor pools remain open through Labor Day, September 2
Chicago Park District, Alderman Cut the Ribbon on the New Pickleball and Tennis Courts in Shabbona Park
Park District expects to have 200 pickleball courts in parks across the city by the end of 2025!
Chicago Park District Highlights Upswing in Summer Registration, Phased Transition of Beaches and Pools in Preparation for Fall, Second-Half of Summer Events & Start of Fall Program Registration
Park District announces post-Day Camp programs and phased transition of pools in preparation of the Fall season;
Chicago Park District Partners With U of I Extension and UIC to Offer Nutrition Education to Park District Campers
The Chicago Park District is partnering with the University of Illinois Extension and the University of Illinois at Chicago to offer nutrition educ
Chicago Park District Board Authorizes Multi-Year Agreement for the Sueños Festival, Approves More than $6 Million in Capital Investment in West and Near West Sides Parks; Approves Request to Initiate the Renaming of Park in Edgewater and Honors Outgoing
District gives presentation touting more than $532K financial assistance program that helps families in need
There's a New Kid in Town! New Montrose Beach Dunes Great Lakes Piping Plover Couple, Imani & Searocket, Welcome First Chick
Four eggs in total are expected to hatch soon after a month-long incubation period; New brood to help boost the regional bird population an