Chicago Park District Implements COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Employees
Park workforce must be fully vaccinated by December 15th
Chicago Park District Hosting Spook-tacular Halloween in the Parks Events Citywide
From kid-friendly events, like pumpkin patches and Halloween parties, to haunted houses and fa
City of Chicago and the Chicago Park District Halloweek Costume Contest Toolkit
The City of Chicago and the Chicago Park District are hosting an online Halloweek Costume Contest!
Chicago Park District’s Horror Movie Series Returns to Northerly Island & Three More Parks Starting October 8
'Campfire Horrors' movie series will feature seven movies, campfires and roasted marshmallows on Fridays and Saturdays under the October sk
Chicago Park District Hosting 6th Annual Teens in the Park (T.I.P.) Fest to Showcase
The Chicago Park District is hosting its 6th annual Teens in the Park (T.I.P.) Fest, an annual talent showcase where emerging artists and m
Mayor Lightfoot, Chicago Department of Transportation, and Chicago Park District Cut Ribbon at Reconstructed Irving Park Road Bridge
New under bridge trail completes the 312 RiverRun, a new recreational amenity that links three parks along the North Branch of Chicago Rive
Chicago Park District Announces Pilot Program to Install Life Preserver Equipment at Sanctioned Lakefront Swimming
Increased signage; public safety campaign to supplement new equipment and promote public safety
Chicago Park District, Ald. Pat Dowell, DePaul University & Local Community Break Ground on Margaret Hie Ding Lin Park Renovation Project
Park improvements include resurfacing of basketball court and a new half court facility
Park Superintendent Kelly Announces Personnel Disciplinary Action Among Beaches and Pools Unit, Including High-Level Management and the Creation of a New Office of Protection
District implementing systemic changes; 42 employees facing consequences, to date.
Superintendent Remarks at Chicago Park District's August 16 Press Conference
I’m Michael Kelly, Chicago Park District General Superintendent and CEO.
Chicago Park District Announces Start of Online Registration for Fall Programs
Online registration begins August 16 and August 17
Chicago Park District's Chicago Onscreen Finishes Out Summer Season of Movies in the Parks with Sixteen Official Local Film Selections
Outdoor screenings August 30 – September 4, Virtual Festival runs September 5-25
Pension Legislation Update
As was previously mentioned by Superintendent and CEO Kelly, leading up to and over the Memorial Day Holiday the General Assembly passed House Bill
Chicago Park District Partners with Out Our Front Door to Announce New Biking and Camping Experience for Children with Special Needs and Their Families
The first-ever Adaptive Bike Camping Pilot Program launches August 7
Chicago Park District and Windy City Run Announce Open Registration for New Track and Field Basics Clinics at Gately Park
Clinics run for 4-weeks, starting August 7
Mayor Lightfoot Joins Alderman Jason Ervin, Garfield Park Rite to Wellness Collaborative Members, and Local Residents to Break Ground at Community Plaza and Roller Rink in West Garfield Park
New Plaza represents City’s first major infrastructure investment under the Neighborhood Activation Initiative
Chicago Park District Announced as Finalist for the 2021 National Gold Medal Awards in Parks and Recreation Management
Chicago Park District to compete for prestigious honor in the park and recreation industry
Chicago Park District Continues to Limit Use of Pesticides in Parks
Dandelions Growing in Parks Signifies a Healthy Lawn
Chicago Park District Expands Montrose Dune Natural Area
Added land will make a greater impact on habitat; increases City’s natural area acreage count
Chicago Park District Receives $80,000 Grant to Develop Community Nutrition and Health Hubs in Parks and Recreation
The Chicago Park District, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), has received an $80,000 grant to develo
Chicago Park District Announces Plans to Reopen Lakefront, Playgrounds and Aquatics Programming
Today, Chicago Park District General Superintendent & CEO Michael Kelly announced plans to reopen the city’s lakefront, playgrounds and indoor
City of Chicago Launches Public Engagement Phase of "Chicago Monuments and Public Art Project"
Chicagoans are invited to join a first-of-its kind conversation about monumental sculptures, artworks and commemorative plaques currently b
Chicago Park District’s Garfield Park Conservatory Accepting Reservations to Visit its Indoor Gardens Starting February 10 & 12
The Conservatory opens to the public on February 27 with new social distancing and safety prot
Chicago Park District Continues Emergency Shoreline Stabilization
Work currently underway at South Shore Cultural Center and Arthur Ashe Beach