Hazardous Air Quality Alert: The Illinois EPA has declared an Air Pollution Action Day for the Greater Chicago Metropolitan Area for today, Friday, July 17, 2026. The Air Quality Index (AQI) Levels currently exceed 300 and fall within the MAROON category, indicating conditions may be hazardous. All beaches and outdoor pools remain closed until further notice. The Garfield & Lincoln Park Conservatories, and the Osaka Garden are closed for the day. Park District programming will be moved indoors. Outdoor programs and events will be cancelled for the morning. Stay safe. Learn more: Air Quality Alert | Park Cooling Centers
Happy Pride! Let's honor the history, resilience, and ongoing fight for equality and inclusion.
Pride is a time to celebrate love, identity, and the progress made, while also recognizing the work still needed to ensure a world where everyone can live authentically and without fear. We reaffirm our commitment to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals — not just in June, but every day of the year. We honor the voices, contributions, and experiences of our community and acknowledge the barriers many still face.
This month and beyond, let us listen, learn, uplift, and advocate together.
Inaugural Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony
On June 11, 2025, the Chicago Park District General Superintendent and CEO Carlos Ramirez-Rosa joined Park District Board Commissioners, elected officials, sister agency representatives, and members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community to raise the District’s commemorative Progress Pride flag at the Chicago Park District’s headquarters at 4830 S. Western Avenue.