Chicago Park District opens registration for winter activities
The winter session runs from January 8 to March 24.
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Winter activity sign-up starts at Chicago Park District
It opened Monday for all virtual programs and at parks west of California Avenue. Tuesday morning, registration opens for parks east of California Avenue along with gymnastic centers.
Registration for Chicago Park District winter programs now open
If you're looking for something active to do this winter, the Chicago Park District has dozens of options available for both adults and children. Visit
Chicago Park District ice rinks opening for season
It’s time to lace up your skates and enjoy a favorite winter activity - ice skating begins at the Chicago Park District’s outdoor rinks citywide this week.
All Chicago Park District ice rinks to open by Friday
Ice skating on the ribbon at Maggie Daley Park has already begun. On Friday, Nov. 24 – weather permitting – ice skating will also open for the other five outdoor Park District rinks.
Chicago Park District hosting annual Fall Fest in Jefferson Park Sunday
The department is hosting its annual Fall Festival in Jefferson Park Sunday afternoon.
Chicago Park District hosting Fall Fest in Jefferson Park
Kids and their families are invited to dress up in costumes to enjoy crafts and pumpkins.
Chicago Park District building new fieldhouse at Cragin Park
The new fieldhouse is expected to open in early 2025.
New fieldhouse coming to Cragin Park in 2025
Construction on the $7 million project starts in January.
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Chicago Park District boxing exhibition in Portage Park happening Thursday
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Chicago pools open until 7:00 p.m.
Humboldt Park, Portage Park, and Washington Park pools are open through Labor Day. Head online to check the schedules.
3 Chicago Park District pools open through 7:00 p.m.
The splash pads and water sprays will be on at all parks through September 30.
3 Chicago Park District pools open through 7:00 p.m.
Humboldt Park, Portage Park, and Washington Park pools are open through Labor Day. Head online to check the schedules.
Outdoor pools at all Chicago Park District locations closing Sunday
The Chicago Park District says all the pools will close for necessary maintenance and to prepare staff for fall programs.
Outdoor pools closing starting Sunday
Indoor pools are also closed for the season.
Chicago Park District rolls out fall programming
Online registration is now open for virtual and in-person programs at all parks west of California Avenue.
Registration open for Chicago Park District fall programs
It's hard to see it go, but summer is winding down. As families prepare to head back to school, the Chicago Park District is opening up registration for its fall programs for adults and children. Read more
Chicago Park District rolls out fall programming
Online registration is now open for virtual and in-person programs at all parks west of California Avenue. Registration for the remaining parks will open Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Night Out in the Parks continues through Monday
The includes a summer skate party at McKinley Park Friday, and movies in the park at Loyola Park Saturday with a showing of "Top Gun: Maverick."
Night Out in the Parks series continues this weekend
Why not spend it in a Chicago Park.
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