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Keep your kids active and happy after school in Park Kids!
Offered at more than 100 parks throughout the city, Park Kids provides a safe and fun setting for kids after school.
Activities may include sports, games, arts & crafts, nature, fitness/wellness, brain play, and homework time.
- Ages 6-12
- Monday - Friday, 3- 6 pm, at most parks (hours may vary)
- Fall 2025 session begins Monday, August 18 (following the Chicago Public Schools calendar)
Registration Information
Register by season or for the full school year. Click on the button below to register.
Financial Assistance & CHA Fees
Financial assistance is available for Park Kids. [CLICK HERE] to learn more about financial assistance.
Reduced fees are available for CHA residents. [CLICK HERE] to learn how to obtain a CHA membership to pay reduced fees.
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