A playground is considered accessible if it has a rubberized surface (poured in place) or EWF (engineered wood fiber) surface and ADA swing(s).
Playgrounds
Alert
COVID-19 RESPONSE:The following remain closed: all playgrounds, all pools, beaches and all other areas & facilities east of Lake Shore Drive except for the Lakefront Trail and golf courses. Water fountains remain off. The Lakefront Trail and The 606 are open, users must keep it moving. Most fieldhouses are open 9 am – 5 pm weekdays for washrooms and shelter only. GO HERE to learn more.
Chicago Beaches
Playgrounds Closed:
All playgrounds will remain closed as part of the Chicago Park District Coronavirus response.
Equipment is not being cleaned or sanitized. We ask that parents keep children away from the equipment to prevent the spread of the virus. Learn more.
Outdoor recreation is recognized by early childhood educators as a critical foundation for the future learning of our young children. More than just a place to play, playgrounds also support physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of our young children. Many Chicago Park District playgrounds feature colorful elements, soft surfacing and accessible play equipment for children of all ages and abilities.
Chicago Plays! Program
From 2013-2016 more than 325 playgrounds were built or renovated through Mayor Emanuel's Chicago Plays! Program. Learn more about this program.