
10/28/2023
What was your favorite event in 2023? Let us know! 🗣️ Maybe, 🤔 there's a performance that you would like to see in 2024.
👉 We welcome your comments at https://bit.ly/NightOutintheParks-2023Survey.
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The Chicago Park District owns more than 8,800 acres of parkland, making it the largest municipal park manager in the nation. The Chicago Park District’s 606 parks offer thousands of sports and physical activities as well as cultural and environmental programs for youth, adults, and seniors. The Chicago Park District is also responsible for 26 indoor pools, 51 outdoor pools, and 26 miles of lakefr
ont including 27 swimming beaches plus one inland beach. From canoeing to batting cages to arts and crafts, there is never a shortage of activities to participate in Chicago’s parks. The Chicago Park District oversees the Garfield Park and Lincoln Park conservatories, two tropical paradises within the city that house thousands of rare and exotic plants. In addition, the Chicago Park District oversees 16 historic lagoons plus 10 bird and wildlife gardens. From rich pond life teeming with frogs, herons, and dragonflies, to shrubby areas where migratory birds stop to rest, to lush prairies filled with native grasses and wildflowers, the Park District offers many ways to explore nature in the city’s parks. Popular attractions that fall under the management of the Chicago Park District include the Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, which is located in Grant Park. Proudly referred to as Chicago's front yard, Grant Park is among the city's loveliest and most prominent parks. Ten world-class museums are located on Chicago Park District property, three of them in Grant Park: the Art Institute, the Field Museum of Natural History, and the Shedd Aquarium. More than 20 million people visit Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain annually, making it the second most visited park landmark in the U.S. In addition to these landmarks, the Chicago Park District offers 220 stunning facilities, many of which can be rented to host special events. There are so many ways to get involved with the Chicago Park District, including as a volunteer. We need all hands on deck as we strive to continually improve and expand our park system. There are volunteer opportunities for every interest and level of time-commitment. From enjoying movies or concerts to exercising in our facilities to working in our community gardens, we hope to see you soon in our parks. CORE VALUES:
Children First - Our most important task is to bring children and families into our parks and give them great reasons to stay and play for a lifetime. Best Deal in Town - We prioritize quality in our programs and accountability in our fiscal management to provide excellent and affordable recreation that invites everyone to come out and play. Built to Last - We use our capital to renew our aging infrastructure and leverage partnerships that produce new parks and facilities that are forward-thinking and world class. We believe that professionalism, communication, technology, and team work serve as the foundation for great customer service and a productive workplace.
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What was your favorite event in 2023? Let us know! 🗣️ Maybe, 🤔 there's a performance that you would like to see in 2024.
👉 We welcome your comments at https://bit.ly/NightOutintheParks-2023Survey.
Getting one game closer to the grand finale, Mum Bowl 2023 at Soldier Field on Fri., Nov. 10! Junior Bear Football playoffs are heating up 🏈🔥.
Come out to Lincoln Park, Wilson Field or the Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) to catch all the action on Sat., Oct. 28. For details, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/junior-bear-football.
weekend is ON! How will you celebrate 🎃💀🧟♂️? This weekend, you can pick from Halloween parties, craft workshops, skating parties, haunted houses & spooky movies.
👉For a complete list of Halloween-themed events, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween. Presented by Mars Wrigley
📸: Campfire Horrors Chicago Park District: Movies In The Parks, Fridays in October at Northerly Island Park.
With Chicago Public Schools’ day off on Fri., Oct. 27, it’s the perfect opportunity to get engaged . Nearly 20 parks will offer Girls Day of P.L.A.Y. citywide.
Professional ultimate frisbee players will be at a few sites, and other activities include, dance, sports drills & games, boxing & floor hockey. Registration is free and open for girls ages 6 to 12.
👉Register at www.ChicagoParkDistrict.com/girls-play. Learn more by viewing the CBS2 Chicago interview 👇https://youtu.be/Btk11vOqWvI?si=hWvNi5zCAPoQGmZn
Chicago Park District area manager Melody Mitchell joined The Stream to share more about the sports being offered, including archery, volleyball and frisbee.
Don't be scared! It's only the last 'Go Run at Warren Park, 6601 N. Western Ave. 🎃🏃♂️🏃♀️ Come out and run a 1-mile or 5K race with the whole family on Oct.28, even the dog can come! Races are Saturdays at 9am. It's FREE & FUN!
👉Register at http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/go-run-chicago.
Get your treats at the Spook-tacular events happening in parks citywide thru Nov. 3. From halloween 🧟♂️ parties to Day of the Dead skull 💀 decorating workshops, there is a fun Halloween-themed event waiting for you.
👉Visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween.
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This year, Chicago Park District has already served over 140,000 girls in programs citywide, a 50% increase over 3 years.
Many girls, ages 6-12, are introduced to sports through the Girls Day of P.L.A.Y. initiative, which offers girls access to a variety of extracurricular activities. Register for the next Girls Day of P.L.A.Y. NOW at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/girls-play.
Thanks to Spotlight Chicago TV's Sarah Jindra & Ji Suk Yi for featuring the free program & helping us spread the word. Watch the segment at https://bit.ly/SpotlightChicago-GirlsPlay.
67% of women feel that society doesn’t encourage girls to play sports – so when Chicago Public Schools are out, the Girls P.L.A.Y. initiative is in. They’re teaching women and gir…
Happy 10th anniversary Ping Tom Memorial Park! Chicago Park District team, community members & elected officials celebrated with a ceremonial dragon dance, pumpkin decorating & trunk or treating.
Thank you to all of the advocates that supported the transformation of this old rail yard into a green space bustling with activity & welcoming of wildlife & recreation. Since 2013, this park gem has served the Chinatown neighborhood & Armour Sq. community.
👉Learn more about the park at https://bit.ly/PingTomMemorialPark.
Indoor track season is kicking off at Chicago Park District with 2 track meets at Dr. Conrad Worrill Track & Field Center at Gately Park, 10201 S. Cottage Grove Ave.
🏃♂️Nov. 11: Chicago Park District Fall Indoor Track Meet at Gately co-ed track meet, ages 5-14. Registration closes Nov. 9.
🏃♀️Nov. 18 & 19: Bowa Gives Girls Invite, girls ages 5-18.
➡️Register today at https://bit.ly/IndoorTrackMeets2023.
Stock up on cozy park gear for the season! Rock cute designs or get rugged hoodies to keep warm in the gym or on your commute. Shop 🛍️ the Chicago Park Store at www.chicagoparkstore.com.
👉Remember to check back regularly for sales!
A BIG thank you to CVS Health for surprising Ellis Park's Park Kids after-school program in the Douglas community with a backpack giveaway & a $20,000 check to boost the impact of the Chicago Park District's Financial Assistance Fund.
This generous gift will assist in eliminating financial barriers to after-school and summer day camp programs for families in need. ⤵ https://bit.ly/CVSHealth_CPVideo
You can help too by donating at https://bit.ly/DonateNowtoParkKids.
CVS Health surprised Park Kids after-school program at Ellis Park in the Douglas community with a backpack giveaway during a check presentation.As the academ...
It was a monster 👺 👿 🤡 mash on State St. yesterday for the Arts in the Dark parade & kick off! More Halloween-themed events at www.ChicagoHalloweek.org.
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Watch out for the creepy 🤡 on the Chicago Park District float & performers in the Arts in the Dark parade happening today along State St., from Lake to Van Buren Streets at 6 pm. For more fun activities visit ChicagoHalloweek.org.
Just announced: Winnemac Park's baseball field is ready for renovation to improve access to field play, stormwater drainage and new field amenities, including updated tennis courts with pickleball striping. The project, supported by Alderperson Andre Vasquez, 40th Ward Chicago, is slated to begin in early 2024.
For details, visit https://bit.ly/WinnemacParkBaseballFieldImprovements2023.
From gymnastics to trades, there are a variety of jobs at the Chicago Park District that contribute to improving our parks & services. And, it's never too early to apply for our seasonal Lifeguard position.
Apply TODAY! Visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs.
Where can a young girl learn to play a sport, make friends, meet women involved in professional sports, and get inspired to be more active and engaged? Girls Day of P.L.A.Y., of course.
The free, day-long event will happen at 20+ parks citywide on Fri., Oct. 27, a day of non-attendance for Chicago Public Schools students. Find a host park & register at chicagoparkdistrict.com/girls-play.
Thanks to Spotlight Chicago TV's Sarah Jindra & Ji Suk Yi for having Chicago Park District's Erik Gleaves on the show to chat about , and the 65+ pumpkin patches, Movies in the Parks, Haunted Houses, Day of the Dead workshops and Trunk or Treat events happening in a park near you thru Nov. 3rd.
👉Watch the full segment at https://bit.ly/SpotlightChicago_HalloweenintheParks2023.
🎃For a complete list of events, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween.
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You can enjoy events with the Chicago Park District year-round, but this is the perfect season to have some fall fun, and even get a little bit spooky! Here on Spotlight Chicago to talk about their…
Location, location, location is everything when you're opening a business, and the Chicago Park District has locations citywide for you to get started!
➡️ Submit your business concept to parkconcessions.com by November 21, 2023 to bring your concession to park-goers.
Gather up all seniors, ages 60+, and head on over to the Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson Blvd., for a day of FREE Western-style Line Dance on Fri., Oct. 20 from 11am-3pm.
The hats & jeans event includes line dance, line dance lesson, photos & dinner. For more info., visit https://bit.ly/LineDancingColumbus2023.
like there are zombies chasing you🧟♂️!There are plenty of things to be scared of this Halloween, but running is not one of them! Register now to join Chicago Area Runners Association & Chicago Park District for a FREE timed run, walk or stroll at Garfield Park, Woodward & Music Ct., on Sat., Oct. 21 at 9 am. ➡️ chicagoparkdistrict.com/go-run-chicago.
Congratulations 👏👏👏 to the Chicago Park District teams that shared their knowledge about keeping retirees active, ensuring access to girls in sports & creating a cultural curatorial residency in parks with fellow parks & rec professionals at this year’s National Recreation and Park Association Conference in Dallas!
Ready to embrace all-things pumpkin & autumn 🍂?! Stop by today's Fall Festivals at Indian Boundary Park Cultural Center (until 2pm)& North Park Village Nature Center (until 3pm).
Enjoy unbe-leaf-ably fun! Decorate your pumpkin or make your own scarecrow. For details, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events.
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Join us TODAY to celebrate 🪅 with cultural exhibits, music, dance, food, and arts & crafts at West Lawn Park, 4233 W. 65th St., from 6pm-9pm.
Everyone is welcome! More info. & details about Day of the Dead celebrations at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/hispanic-heritage-month.
Ten teams from parks citywide are facing off at the line of scrimmage at Park No. 596 & Wilson fields in Week 5 of Chicago Park District Junior Bear schedule, Chicago Bears supported youth🏈program.
Join us to cheer them on & see their journey to Mum Bowl at Soldier Field. ➡️ www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/junior-bear-football.
Please stay safe & alert !
Let us jog your memory 🏃🧠! Chicago Area Runners Association & Chicago Park District hosts a weekly 1-mile/5K community . This Sat., Oct. 14 we'll be at Marquette Park, 6743 S. Kedzie Ave. Come on out! It's FREE.
➡️Register at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/go-run-chicago.
If you didn't get tickets to Taylor Swift's movie this Friday, don't fret, we've got a free Halloween-themed movie selection for you in honor of Friday the 13th.
🎬 Movie Night at 6 pm// Ages 13-19
👉A Quiet Place at Robichaux Park
👉M3GAN at Franklin Park
👉Escape Room: Tournament at Chase Park
*Movies shown indoors
🎬Campfire Horrors at 7 pm// All Ages
👉Friday the 13th at Northerly Island Park
*Weather dependent. For updates, visit Chicago Park District: Movies In The Parks
For a list of all Halloween events in the Parks, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween
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Don’t let summer swim 🏊♀️ season creep up. Learn to swim now at the Chicago Park District’s Lifeguard Explorers Training Program.
Next steps:
1️⃣Enroll in the Fall Session. Register by Oct. 15.
2⃣Complete the program & receive a $300 stipend.
➡️Details at bit.ly/LifeguardExplorers
Join us in-person or watch the October Chicago Park District Board of Commissioners meeting LIVE from the Revere Park, 2509 W. Irving Park Rd., on Oct. 11 at 11:30 am.
Can't make it? Watch it LIVE ➡️ https://bit.ly/BoardMeeting-Oct2023.
NOW OPEN! The New Uptown Coastal Natural Area is now open to the public and features biodiverse native lawn test plots.
This new natural area brings our total to 134 across the city, and adds to the number of native plantings that help reduce stormwater runoff, improve air quality, mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, and support a climate-resilient city.
▶️Read more about the 6-acre restoration project and natural area at https://bit.ly/UptownCoastalNaturalArea.
We're celebrating Latino/a people in the parks this ! Meet a former Park Kids turned Civil Engineer, a business entrepreneur starting his culinary career as a Chicago Park District vendor & a park supervisor spreading her culture one greeting at a time. ➡️https://bit.ly/HHM_MiGenteInTheParks.
The next celebratory event is Fri., Oct. 13. For details, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/hispanic-heritage-month.
Beyond the green spaces and beautiful facilities programmed for active play, sports recreation, and arts performances and creation, it is the people, our sta...
Join us in-person or watch the October Chicago Parks Board of Commissioners meeting LIVE from Revere Park, 2509 W. Irving Park Rd., on Wed., Oct. 11 at 11:30 am.
👉Learn more & sign-up to speak by Mon., Oct. 9 at 4 pm: https://bit.ly/ChiParks-Board-Meeting.
In observation of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day:
🚫All Chicago Park District offices, Garfield Park Conservatory & Lincoln Park Conservatory are closed.
✅Some fieldhouses are open with reduced hours. View hours at https://bit.ly/HolidayHoursOct2023.
There’s still time to sign-up to learn to swim & receive a $300 stipend for completing the class at Austin Town Hall Park, Nash Park, La Follette Park & Homan Square park. Open to Chicago residents ages 15-22.
➡️ For details & to register, visit https://bit.ly/LifeguardExplorers.
Meet some of Chicago's amazing Indigenous dancers, rappers & drummers as well as storytellers at the first-ever Chicago Park District's Indigenous Peoples' Day Celebration at 31st St./Burroughs Beach on Sat., Oct. 7 from 12-6pm. It's FREE!
Details at ➡️ https://bit.ly/ChiParksIndigenousPeoplesDay2023.
New fieldhouse🚨! Construction 🚧 on a new Cragin Park fieldhouse kicks off in early Jan. 2024. In a park that is already bustling with outdoor activity, the new building will provide additional safe spaces for indoor, year-round programming.
Thanks to Alderman Felix Cardona, Jr. for your support.
👉 Learn more & view design photos at https://bit.ly/CraginParkFieldhouse.
Let's keep the momentum & support going for our hometown Bears football 🏈 teams. You can't miss the youth gridiron showcase in Week 4 of Chicago Park District's Junior Bear program.
This weekend's schedule 👇 kicks off with "Junior Bear Under the Lights" & a Pee-Wee Game at 6 pm at Park No. 596.
➡️For more info., visit https://bit.ly/JuniorBearFootball.
Where can you enjoy a natural area, a 5-acre pond, paths that offer great views of wildlife & Chicago's skyline? Northerly Island Park! And, this Friday, there will be a movie 🎬 💀 & campfire 🔥 too as part of Campfire Horrors.
👉https://bit.ly/NortherlyCampfireHorrors
👉Thanks to Spotlight Chicago TV for coming out! https://bit.ly/NorthelyIslandWGN
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It was once the home of the World's Fair and an airport - the Old Meigs Field Tower is still at Northerly Island but now around it is a concert venue, recrea...
It's Boxing Coach Bill Heglin's Golden 🥇 anniversary at Chicago Parks & we're throwing a party & Boxing 🥊Showcase in his honor. Stop by Hamlin Park, 3035 N. Hoyne Ave., on Oct. 5 at 7 pm to catch a couple of bouts & meet Coach Heglin.
➡️More info. at https://bit.ly/ChiParks_BoxingShowcase2023.
"We ain't afraid of no run!" Join us for this week's 'Go Run on Sat., Oct. 7 at 9 am at Columbus Park - Chicago Park District, 500 S. Central Ave., 🏃♀️👻! Start October right and register for the FREE timed 5K/1-mile run, stroll, walk in the park. 👉www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/go-run-chicago.
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Grab your bike or rent one on-site & enjoy this beautiful day listening to music, riding & exploring nature at the Birds, Bikes & Beats event at Big Marsh Park, 11555 S. Stony Island Ave. TODAY from 1-4 pm. More info. at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events.
¡Viva México 🇲🇽 ! Rosa Escareño, our first Latina, native “mexicana” Superintendent & CEO of the Chicago Park District, is at the helm of our celebratory float at the 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade. She’s joined by local park staff, folkloric dancers & patrons cheering on our city’s rich cultural pride! #HispanicHeritageMonth
¡Felices Fiestas! DYK? The #HispanicHeritageMonth celebrations start mid-month because Sept. 15 marks the independence anniversary of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras & Guatemala; followed by Mexico's Independence Day on Sept. 16 & Chile's on Sept. 18. In conmemoration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Chicago Park District welcomes Chicago's diverse communities & their cultures into our neighborhood parks to celebrate with music, arts & crafts & dancing at the following events 👉www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/hispanic-heritage-month.
The Artist's Garden at Garfield Park Conservatory is where magic ✨lives! The Fairy Garden exhibit features fairyhouses set within enchanting variety of flowers, 🌺 including Salvia ‘Fairy Queen’, ‘Dreamland Pink’ Zinnia & ‘Spellbound White Blush’ Petunia. 👉Reserve your spot today at https://bit.ly/GPCArtistsGarden2023.
Smile 😀 Chicago, you're on camera! Chicago is the superstar at the Chicago Onscreen Local Film Showcase, showing in parks thru Sept. 2. Coming up: 🎬8/31: Wicker, 1425 N. Damen Ave. Willye B. White, 1610 W. Howard St. 🎬9/1 & 9/2: Douglass, 1401 S. Sacramento 👉www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/onscreen. Chicago Park District: Movies In The Parks is supported by Sanpellegrino
200+ Water Spray 💦 Features & Splash Pads are ON. A complete list of all features is available at https://bit.ly/ChiParks-SprayFeatures. #StayCoolChicago
🆒 off at the Chicago Park District! 🕶️Chicago’s outdoor pools close for the season Aug. 20! 3️⃣ outdoor pools will stay open thru Labor Day, Sept. 4- Portage, Humboldt & Washington Parks! 💦200+ water spray features will stay open thru Sept. 30. 🏖️ Beaches open for swimming daily, 11am-7pm, thru Sept. 4. More Cooling spots 👉 https://bit.ly/ChiParksCoolingCenters.
Today, Rollin' Rec 🛞🛞🛞 & the Greater Chicago Food Depository Lunch Bus invited Sparky, Chicago Fire beloved mascot, to come & play at La Villita Park. The FREE mobile recreation activity van visits parks citywide thru Aug. 4. ➡ chicagoparkdistrict.com/rollin-rec. The Depository provides FREE meals to kids thru Aug.18 at: 🍓Back of the Yards Parks, 4922 S. Throop St.: 11:30 am-12pm 🍊Magnolia Park, 3224 W. Flournoy St.: 12:30-1pm 🍋Franklin Park, 4230 W. 15th St.: 2-2:30pm 🍇La Villita, 2800 S. Sacramento Blvd.: 3-3:30pm
If you're looking for cool spots to chill-out 😓 as temps 🌡️⬆️, check out Chicago Park District's: 🥶Cooling Center sites: https://bit.ly/ChiParksCoolingCenters 🤽♀️77 swimming pools: http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/beaches 💦 200+ spray features & splash pads: https://bit.ly/ChiParks-SprayFeatures. #StayCoolChicago
Congrats 👏👏👏 on the win ⚽ #USWNT! Teens, start practicing your skills to be like these talented athletes. Register for our summer teen Soccer Leagues ⚽️ for boys & girls at parks citywide. It's a FREE program. The field is waiting! 👉 https://bit.ly/TeenLeaguesSummer2023. #TeensInTheParks
This weekend at the beach promises to be pink & rosy if you follow Barbie’s Beach 🏖️ Tips. Check out the #ChiSwimStatus at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/beaches before you invite Ken & all your friends to the beach. #ChicagoBeaches
Learn skateboarding 🛹 or perfect your skill with help from Chicago Action Sports experts at Chicago Park District's #GoGrind summer camps. Open to 10-15 yr. olds. The 4-day camp is happening now at Logan Blvd. Skate Park thru July 20. Next camp kicks off at Wilson Skate Park on July 25. It's FREE. Register NOW 👉 www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/go-grind.
Hot 🥵? Cool-off at one of our splash pads or cooling centers! 😎Find a cooling spot 👉 https://bit.ly/ChiParksCoolingCenters. 💦Find a water spray feature 👉 https://bit.ly/ChiParks-SprayFeatures 🏊♂️Find a pool 👉 https://bit.ly/ChiParks-SwimmingPools. #StayCoolAndHydrated 📸: McKinley Park Splash Pad.
Hey, hey filmmakers📽️! See your film on Chicago Park District: Movies In The Parks' BIG SCREEN next summer. Apply to be featured in the 10th season of the Chicago Onscreen Local Film Festival. Entries must be submitted by Sun., Nov. 27 at www.chicagoonscreen.com/submissions. #intheparks
It took strength & willpower to win the 2023 Teen Fitbox Challenge! 40+ teens, ages 13-17 yrs. old, competed in a series of timed fitness routines to secure the title for their park. Congrats to the 2023 winners: 🥇LaFollette 🥈Cornell Square 🥉Ellis 👉chicagoparkdistrict.com/wellness
Chicago Park District Superintendent Rosa Escareño gives opening remarks at the 3rd Community Engagement Forum at Warren Park. Public input will begin shortly. All are welcome! 🚨If you're not able to attend, please submit your comments & ideas at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/community-feedback.
Where would you like to see a Pickleball court? Chicago Park District will construct 50 new pickleball courts throughout the city by 2025; in addition to the 80 in our parks now. Provide your suggestions & find a list of current pickleball activities at parks citywide 👉 https://bit.ly/ChiParks-Pickleball2022. #PickleballMania
Day-off from school? Visit your local park! 18 park sites will be hosting Girls Day of Play, a program that expands opportunities for girls in sports through recreational offerings in their communities, on Fri., Oct. 21. Find a location near you ▶️ www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/girls-play. #GirlsPlay
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