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

Chicago Park District's Conservatories to Open Winter Flower Shows Before Thanksgiving Holiday

Celebrate the holidays at the conservatories by visiting one or both winter flowers shows

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

The Chicago Park District Presents the 15th Annual Second City Showdown Wheelchair Basketball Tournament

The 2025 Competition returns to Broadway Armory and Features Sixteen Teams Competing to be Crwoned Champion of the Midwest

Chicago Park District Hosts Free Turkey Trots Citywide, Promote Active Living Through the Parks with Competitive Turkey-Themed Community Exercise Events

'Go Run Races, the City's Largest Free Turkey Trot at Horner Park, and More Community Events Highlight Fitness Activities this November

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

Down, Set, Hike! Chicago Park District Invite Football Fans, Parents and Alumni to Soldier Field with Free Parking and Admission to Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Junior Bear Tackle Football Program

Players' guardians recognized in pre-game chrysanthemum ceremony, current players, alumni to be honored at halftime of IHSA-officiated cham

Final Free Citywide Boxing Shows of 2024 to Take Place Indoors at Park Fieldhouses Throughout October

Participants in the boxing program ages 8-25 will compete at Ada, Fuller, and Brooks Parks

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 Hosts Three Vendor Information Sessions

Three networking events welcome local minority and women owned enterprises to learn more about doing business with the Chicago Park Distric

Celebrate Halloween in the Parks by Attending Autumn Events All Across Chicago

From pumpkin patches to campfire horror movies, and monster bashes, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

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

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month With Free Events In The Parks

A variety of events are being held in parks around the city in celebration of Latin American history and culture

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's Annual T.I.P. Fest is Back at Northerly Island Park for Its Ninth Year

This free annual event celebrates the city’s multi-talented teens on stage at Northerly Island Park

Chicago Onscreen, the Only Local Film Fest Where Chicago is the Star, Returns for Its 11th Year in the Parks

This special Movies in the Parks series will feature 16 local films in parks around the city from August 26th to August 30th.

Visitors Invited to Connect with Monarch Butterfly at the Annual Monarch Palooza Free Event in North Park Village Nature Center on August 24

The Chicago Park District invites patrons to the annual Monarch Palooza festival, which celebrates the monarch butterfly, while educating attendees

Back by Community Demand: Riot Fest Returns to Douglass Park

North Lawndale community welcomes festival back home to Chicago; organizers, City and Park District leadership come together with a renewed

Chicago Park District Hosts Teen Art Exhibit at South Shore Cultural Center

Exhibit to Feature Art Inspired by the Shared Legacy of Anna and Frederick Douglass

One! Two! Three! Four Knockout Boxing Events Take Place in Chicago Parks on Thursdays this August

Citywide Boxing Shows Feature Athletes ages 8 to 25 who Train at 22 Public Boxing Gyms Citywide

Chicago Park District & Grower Greater Englewood Invite the Public to Trail Mix Fest: A Celebration of Community, Culture and Climate Justice

Chicago, IL — July 16, 2024—The Chicago Park District's Young Cultural Stewards program, in partnership with Grow Greater Englewood, is thrilled to

Competition Heats Up This July as Knockout Outdoor Boxing Showcases Featuring Park District Athletes Continue

4th Annual Girls & Women Showcase hits Wicker Park, Daley Plaza Hosts Bouts Under The “The Picasso,” and more!