The Chi Nutcracker: The Chicago Park District Version

On December 14, 2024, the Chicago Park District park staff, theater, music, dance and technical arts instructors and community members pres

It's Mighty Nice on the Ice! The Chicago Park District Welcomes Patrons of All Ages to Five Outdoor Skating Rinks Citywide

Open skate, lessons, hockey, speed skating trials as well as a Toy Drive and holiday events among the activities happening on the rinks thi

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’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

Iconic Maggie Daley Park Ice Skating Ribbon will Open Friday, November 15

Popular attraction in the heart of Chicago will celebrate its 10th Anniversary this year

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

Buckingham Fountain Turning Off for the Season on October 31

The Chicago Park District will turn off Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park in preparation for the winter season.

Chicago Park District Breaking Ground at Park No. 598 in Near North Community

Groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of a $4.7 million investment in new park

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, 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

UPDATE [9/10/24]: Winnemac Park Park Improvements

The construction fence is installed and the contractor is currently on site doing utility and trenching work.

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, Beverly Community to Cut Ribbon on Fieldhouse Upgrades, Accessibility Improvements at Ridge Park

Chicago Park District General Superintendent Rosa Escareño and Alderman Matt O’Shea will join members of the Beverly community to cut the r

UPDATE [8/12/24]: Winnemac Park Park Improvements

The Park District has scheduled fencing to be installed, starting August 19.

UPDATE [7/24/24]: Winnemac Park Park Improvements

The construction contract has been awarded for Winnemac Park, and site mobilization, including fencing is estimated to start in m

Chicago Park District to Cut Ribbon on Owens Park Walking Path in South Calumet Community

New investment encourages residents to get their steps in; pursue health and wellness goasl as new walking path opens

Chicago Park District Breaks Ground on a New Fieldhouse at Jackie Robinson Park; Project Marks Pivotal Investment in Washington Heights Community

On Saturday, June 29th at 10 a.m., the Chicago Park District broke ground on a new fieldhouse in Jackie Robinson Park, 10540 S. Morgan.

Chicago Park District Rehabilitates, Cuts the Ribbon on the Iowa Building in Jackson Park

Historic city building repurposed as a picnic shelter for the Hyde Park community