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Stars, Stripes and Picnic Bites! Join us for a fun, relaxing Cookie Decorating session and dive into a wave of creativit...
06/14/2026

Stars, Stripes and Picnic Bites! Join us for a fun, relaxing Cookie Decorating session and dive into a wave of creativity.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to decorate six stunning theme-inspired cookies. You'll learn expert techniques using royal icing, piping, and layering.

All supplies are provided but participants should bring their own container to take cookies home.

📍 Fountain View Recreation Center (Carol Stream)
📅 Thursday, 06/25
🕕 6:00–8:00 pm

Spots are limited, register today! 👉 we-goparks.org/adult-programs

06/13/2026

We’re live at Hello Summer Fest! 🎶

📍Reed-Keppler Park

Come join us until 3 PM for live music, tacos, bounce houses, games, face painting, and fun for the whole family.

Give your child a safe, fun start in the water! Group and Private Swim Lessons are still open for registration.Our swim ...
06/12/2026

Give your child a safe, fun start in the water! Group and Private Swim Lessons are still open for registration.

Our swim programs are designed to help kids build confidence in the water while having fun every step of the way.

🏊‍♂️ Outdoor Group Swim Lessons
Perfect for learning in a small group setting! Kids will build skills and gain water safety knowledge.

👩‍🏫 Outdoor Private Swim Lessons (Ages 4–12)
Enjoy personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to your swimmer’s needs.
✔ Six 30-minute sessions
✔ Flexible scheduling for busy families
✔ Focused, customized learning

👉 Don’t miss your chance to get swim-ready this season:
we-goparks.org/swimlessons

Our group swim lessons are designed to provide instruction in a small group setting where children can learn or practice their skills while meeting new friends. Private and semi-private lessons also available.

☀️🎶🎉 FREE Family Fun Starts THIS WEEKEND at The Shell! Looking for something fun (and free!) to do with the kids this we...
06/11/2026

☀️🎶🎉 FREE Family Fun Starts THIS WEEKEND at The Shell!

Looking for something fun (and free!) to do with the kids this weekend? Summer at The Shell kicks off this weekend with Hello Summer Fest

Kick off the season with an afternoon of inflatables, yard games, face painting, balloon artist, a car show and live entertainment. There's something for everyone at this free community celebration!

📍 The Shell at Reed-Keppler Park is located at 700 Arbor Ave, West Chicago

Mark your calendars for more Summer at The Shell events:

🌮 July 25 – Taco & Art Fest
🎸 August 15 – Battle of the Bands

Upcoming Fun Fridays:

🎨 June 26 – Scribble Monster
🎶 July 10 – Todd Downing
🎈 July 24 – Mary Macaroni
🦎 August 7 – Traveling World of Reptiles

Summer at The Shell is presented by:
West Chicago Park District | City of West Chicago Government | Republic Bank of Chicago

Not sure which sport your little one will love? ⚽🏈🏀 Let them try them all!Multi-Sports Tots introduces young athletes to...
06/09/2026

Not sure which sport your little one will love? ⚽🏈🏀 Let them try them all!

Multi-Sports Tots introduces young athletes to a variety of sports through fun, age-appropriate games and activities enhancing balance, coordination, and fitness.

For ages 2–5, this program is a great way to keep kids active, social, and learning through play. Parent participation is required for ages 2–3.5, making it a fun experience to share together. 🤝

📅 Saturday Mornings, June 27–August 1
📍 ARC Center, West Chicago
💲 $89 Resident / $106 Non-Resident

👉 Register Here: we-goparks.org/athletics

🌳 We're popping up at the park, and bringing the fun with us! Join us tomorrow at Don Earley Park for a FREE Park Explor...
06/09/2026

🌳 We're popping up at the park, and bringing the fun with us! Join us tomorrow at Don Earley Park for a FREE Park Explorers pop-up program! 🤸‍♀️🎨⚽

We'll bring the outdoor toys, games, crafts, and activities. You just show up and play! 🛝✨

No registration required. Just stop by and join the fun!

📅 Tuesday, June 9
🕓 4:00pm–5:30pm
📍 Don Earley Park, 840 E. Washington St., West Chicago

Learn more and view all of our Youth Programs here 🔗 we-goparks.org/youth-programs

Summer's biggest welcome party is here! ☀️🎉 Join us at Hello Summer Fest for an afternoon of fun for all ages!Enjoy infl...
06/08/2026

Summer's biggest welcome party is here! ☀️🎉 Join us at Hello Summer Fest for an afternoon of fun for all ages!

Enjoy inflatables, food trucks, yard games, face painting, crafts, a car show, and live entertainment at The Shell in Reed-Keppler Park. Gather your family, friends, and neighbors and kick off the season with a day full of summer fun!

☀️ Hello Summer Fest
📅 Saturday, June 13
🕚 11:00am–3:00pm
💲 FREE Event
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All Ages

📍 The Shell at Reed-Keppler Park
700 Arbor Ave., West Chicago

Hello Summer Fest is part of the Summer at The Shell FREE event series, presented by:

West Chicago Park District
City of West Chicago Government
Republic Bank of Chicago

🌮🎨 Our 6th Annual Taco & Art Fest is coming to Reed-Keppler Park on Saturday, July 25!Join us at the Shell for an aftern...
06/06/2026

🌮🎨 Our 6th Annual Taco & Art Fest is coming to Reed-Keppler Park on Saturday, July 25!

Join us at the Shell for an afternoon filled with craft and art vendors, live artist demonstrations, hands-on art stations, food trucks, a petting zoo, giant inflatables, face painting, and plenty of family fun.

And don't miss the return of Taco Wars 🌮, where local food vendors will battle it out for the title of Best Taco!

This FREE outdoor festival is the perfect blend of creativity, flavor, and community fun for all ages.

Taco & Art Fest is part of our Summer at the Shell series, presented by the West Chicago Park District, the City of West Chicago, and Republic Bank. We hope to see you there! ☀️🎶🌮🎨

⚠️UPDATE: Unfortunately, this Friday's Fun Friday featuring The Headspin Guy has been canceled due to unforeseen circums...
06/05/2026

⚠️UPDATE: Unfortunately, this Friday's Fun Friday featuring The Headspin Guy has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances with the entertainer.

We know many families were looking forward to kicking off the Summer at the Shell season with us, and we apologize for the disappointment and any inconvenience.

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We’re kicking off Summer at the Shell with our first Fun Friday! 😎🎶

Join us for FREE high-energy entertainment with The Headspin Guy 🤸‍♂️ a crowd favorite with 25+ years of experience bringing hip-hop moves, crowd interaction, and nonstop energy kids love.

📅 Friday, June 12
🕚 11:00–12:00 PM
📍 The Shell at Reed-Keppler Park (700 Arbor Ave, West Chicago)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome

No registration is needed! Just meet us in the park.

Upcoming Fun Fridays:
🎨 June 26 – Scribble Monster
🎶 July 10 – Todd Downing
🎈 July 24 – Mary Macaroni
🦎 August 7 – Traveling World of Reptiles

Summer at The Shell is presented by West Chicago Park District | City of West Chicago Government | Republic Bank of Chicago

Address

201 W. National Street
West Chicago, IL
60185

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 5:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 5:30am - 9pm
Thursday 5:30am - 9pm
Friday 5:30am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

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+16302319474

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