Thornton Township

Thornton Township Proudly serving our residents with dedication, compassion, and innovation. It is a local government for the people; an administration close to home.

The largest township in Illinois and a 3-time "Township of the Year" award winner, recognized for our outstanding community programs, leadership, and service. Township government, established in Providence, Rhode Island in 1636, is the oldest existing unit of government on our continent today. Centuries ago, land was divided “like a checkerboard” into six-mile squares called townships of which tod

ay our nation holds 17,000. Illinois’ 1,434 townships continue to serve more than 8 million of the state’s residents. Thornton Township, the largest township in the State of Illinois, has approximately 185,000 residents. Thornton Township is made up of seventeen communities. The towns included in these boundaries fully are: Burnham, Calumet City, Dixmoor, Dolton, East Hazel Crest, Phoenix, South Holland, and Thornton. The towns that are partially located within the township boundaries are: Blue Island, Glenwood, Harvey, Hazel Crest, Homewood, Lansing, Markham, Posen, and Riverdale.

BINGO NIGHT IS BACK! Join us for an evening of fun, prizes, music, food, and exciting bingo games at Thornton Township's...
06/11/2026

BINGO NIGHT IS BACK!

Join us for an evening of fun, prizes, music, food, and exciting bingo games at Thornton Township's FREE Community Bingo Night!

📅 June 18, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Thornton Township Main Hall
333 E. 162nd Street, South Holland, IL

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for an unforgettable afternoon filled with great entertainment and chances to win prizes!

✅ FREE Admission
✅ Food & Refreshments
✅ Music & Fun
✅ Exciting Prizes

Space may be limited, so register today using the QR code on the flyer.

☀️🌳 **It's Going to Be a Great Township Summer!** 🌳☀️Get ready for an exciting season of fun, family, and community conn...
06/11/2026

☀️🌳 **It's Going to Be a Great Township Summer!** 🌳☀️

Get ready for an exciting season of fun, family, and community connection! Thornton Township's **Days In The Park** series is bringing free activities, entertainment, food, and fellowship to communities across the Township.

Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and join us for an evening filled with laughter, music, games, jumpy houses, face painting, and more!

Come out and enjoy a great evening of community fellowship while creating lasting summer memories with family and friends. We can't wait to see residents from across Thornton Township come together for these special events!

**Free food, free activities, and fun for all ages!**

*Must be a Thornton Township resident to participate.*

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🌳☀️ Harvey & Dixmoor Residents — Days in the Park is Coming Your Way! ☀️🌳Join us on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 4:00 PM ...
06/11/2026

🌳☀️ Harvey & Dixmoor Residents — Days in the Park is Coming Your Way! ☀️🌳

Join us on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Gloria Taylor Park, 14821 Broadway Avenue, Harvey, IL, for an evening packed with fun, food, and community fellowship.

Bring the entire family and enjoy:
🍔 Free food
🎨 Face painting
🏰 Jumpy houses
🎵 Great music
🎯 Games and activities for all ages
🤝 Time to connect with neighbors and friends

This is a wonderful opportunity for residents to come together, enjoy a beautiful summer evening, and celebrate the strong sense of community that makes our neighborhoods special.
📍 Gloria Taylor Park
14821 Broadway Avenue
Harvey, IL
🕓 Friday, June 12, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

This event is FREE for all Thornton Township residents.

🌳🎉☀️🏰🍔

🚨 EVENT CANCELLATION NOTICE 🚨Due to severe weather conditions and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our r...
06/10/2026

🚨 EVENT CANCELLATION NOTICE 🚨

Due to severe weather conditions and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our residents, today’s Days in the Park event scheduled for June 10, 2026, has been canceled.

Please stay safe and monitor local weather updates. We look forward to seeing everyone at future Days in the Park events.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Days In the Park CancelledUnfortunately, due to inclement weather, Days In the Park scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 20...
06/10/2026

Days In the Park Cancelled

Unfortunately, due to inclement weather, Days In the Park scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026 for Burnham has been canceled.

We're disappointed to miss spending the day with our community, but safety comes first. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you at our next event.

Stay safe and dry!

See you today at Days In The Park‼️🌳☀️ Thornton Township Days in the Park is Back! ☀️🌳Join us for an afternoon of family...
06/10/2026

See you today at Days In The Park‼️

🌳☀️ Thornton Township Days in the Park is Back! ☀️🌳
Join us for an afternoon of family fun at Veterans Park in Burnham on Wednesday, June 10th from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM!
🎉 Enjoy:
🎨 Free face painting
🏰 Jumpy houses
🎶 Great music
🎯 Fun activities for all ages
😊 Entertainment and laughter for the whole family
Come out and spend quality time with your neighbors and friends while creating lasting memories with the kids!
📍 Veterans Park
165th Street & Burnham Avenue
Calumet City, IL
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
FREE admission for Thornton Township residents. Must be a Thornton Township resident to attend.
We look forward to seeing you there!

06/10/2026

📚☀️ Summer Enrichment Program Registration is Now Closed ☀️📚
Thank you to all the families who registered for Thornton Township's Summer Enrichment Program! We are excited by the overwhelming interest and support from our community.
At this time, registration is officially closed. We appreciate everyone who signed up and entrusted us with being part of your child's summer experience.
We look forward to an amazing summer filled with learning, growth, creativity, and fun for all participants!
Thank you for being a part of the Thornton Township family. We can't wait to get started!
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🎉🎂 Celebrate with Us at Everybody’s Birthday! 🎂🎉Thornton Township is excited to invite our senior residents to a special...
06/09/2026

🎉🎂 Celebrate with Us at Everybody’s Birthday! 🎂🎉
Thornton Township is excited to invite our senior residents to a special celebration where we honor everyone’s birthday together! Join us for an afternoon filled with fun, fellowship, laughter, and birthday cheer.
📅 Monday, June 29, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Thornton Township Hall
333 E. 162nd Street
South Holland, IL 60473
🎈 Enjoy a festive atmosphere, great company, and a wonderful opportunity to celebrate another year of life with friends and neighbors from across the Township.
Registration begins June 9, 2026.
✔️ Must be a Thornton Township resident
✔️ Senior ID required
✔️ Registration confirmation required
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
We look forward to celebrating with you and making this a birthday party to remember!
🎉🎂🥳🎈

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🌳☀️ Thornton Township Days in the Park is Back! ☀️🌳Join us for an afternoon of family fun at Veterans Park in Burnham on...
06/09/2026

🌳☀️ Thornton Township Days in the Park is Back! ☀️🌳

Join us for an afternoon of family fun at Veterans Park in Burnham on Wednesday, June 10th from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM!

🎉 Enjoy:
🎨 Free face painting
🏰 Jumpy houses
🎶 Great music
🎯 Fun activities for all ages
😊 Entertainment and laughter for the whole family

Come out and spend quality time with your neighbors and friends while creating lasting memories with the kids!

📍 Veterans Park
165th Street & Burnham Avenue
Calumet City, IL
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

FREE admission for Thornton Township residents. Must be a Thornton Township resident to attend.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🌞🌳

Days In the Park CancelledUnfortunately, due to inclement weather, Days In the Park scheduled for Friday, June 5, 2026, ...
06/05/2026

Days In the Park Cancelled

Unfortunately, due to inclement weather, Days In the Park scheduled for Friday, June 5, 2026, has been canceled.

We're disappointed to miss spending the day with our community, but safety comes first. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you at our next event.

Stay safe and dry!

Address

333 E 162nd Street
South Holland, IL
60473

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17085966040

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