While summer doesn't officially begin until June 21st, it's safe to say it is officially feeling like summer! Make sure to soak up those rays and beautiful days by taking a visit to one of our amazing 28 parks! Get ready for FUN this June - we have plenty planned to keep the whole family busy! See below! MAKE A SPLASH AT THE AQUATIC CENTER! T...
The "unofficial" start of summer is HERE! Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center (900 N. Hunt Club Rd. Gurnee, IL) will open Saturday, May 27 – Monday, May 29. Prior to visiting, guests are encouraged to check the RainOut Line for weather related closures and or delayed openings. This summer, Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center will host a variety of special...
Grab your gardening gloves and join Gurnee Park District for Park Beautification Day on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 9-10:30 am. Gurnee residents, local businesses and leaders will work together to plant, mulch and clean up four neighborhood parks; Hunt Club Park, O'Plaine Park, Ravinia Park, and Viking Park. All ages are welcome to parti...
Please join us in welcoming NEW Board Member, Chrissie Popper! Chrissie is no stranger to Gurnee, having been a resident since 2005. As a Gurnee resident, Chrissie and her family have enjoyed participating in a variety of Park District programs, events, as well as making many visits to all of the wonderful parks available within the community. This...
MAY 2023 GURNEE PARK DISTRICT NEWSLETTER It's safe to say that all those April showers gave way to some beautiful May flowers. Take time to enjoy these vibrant signs of spring by planning a visit to one of our parks - pack a picnic lunch, invite some friends, and make a day of it! This time of year is fleeting, but the...
APRIL 2023 GURNEE PARK DISTRICT NEWSLETTER Welcome to April! As the saying goes, "April showers bring May flowers," and we can't wait to see what colors these flowers will be! You see, every fall, our amazing Parks Team plants tulip bulbs at each of our Gurnee Park District facility locations, and every spring, we wait to see what colors will ...
Prepare for 2023-2024 Preschool. Schedule a private tour with Growing Tree Preschool in Gurnee. Find the perfect preschool fit for your family with Gurnee Park District's Growing Tree Preschool! From full day to half day and extended care, Growing Tree Preschool looks forward to educating 2 ½-4-year-olds in a play-based, creative, safe and nur...
Did you recently suffer from an injury that is limiting your ability to stay active? Perhaps you are experiencing pain that is restricting your mobility? Or, maybe you are new to exercise and just not sure where to begin? If you answered yes to any of the above, consider trying FitNation's newest class, "Gentle Supported Yoga"! Gentle Supporte...
The emergence of spring, especially after a long winter, brings forth an unmistakable sense of excitement and energy. With its colorful, blossoming vegetation, spring inspires a desire within us all to get outside and back into nature. I am thrilled to share with you some of our offerings that can help you enjoy this spring season! One way is to ge...
Bunny Bash will be held indoors and outdoors at Viking Park (4374 Old Grand Avenue). Based on the age group registered for, guests will rotate through a total of three activities, which include an outdoor egg hunt, indoor craft station, and continental breakfast/photo opportunity with the Bunny. "We're ready to kick-off the spring season with this ...
Gurnee Park patrons, Park District partners, and Gurnee residents are encouraged to attend an upcoming community meeting. Park District staff will present and solicit feedback on the District's current ADA Audit and subsequent Transition Plan. Both Community Meetings will include a presentation from Park District leadership. Leaders will share an o...
We can finally say that spring is right around the corner and what an amazing time of year it is here at Gurnee Park District! Soon, vibrant, blossoming buds will take over the landscape, the songs of nature will once again fill the air, and the days (hopefully filled with plentiful sunshine) will increasingly grow longer and longer. ...
We have had an amazing youth basketball season here at Gurnee Park District this winter, with just a few more weeks to go! This year, we have been fortunate to house over 35 teams, with a total of 357 players 1st-8th grades. During the season, players have learned about sportsmanship, working together as a team, and have developed skills such ...
February is here and we are filled with all the feels as we look forward to another great month at Gurnee Park District! The start of February always begs the question – how much more winter will we have to endure? Well, according to the groundhog, we still have 6 more weeks of winter to look forward to. Not very reassuring, we know, but if you thi...
Prepare for 2023-2024 Preschool. Attend an upcoming open house with Growing Tree Preschool in Gurnee. Find the perfect preschool fit for your family with Gurnee Park District's Growing Tree Preschool! From full day to half day and extended care, Growing Tree Preschool looks forward to educating 2 ½-4 year old's in a play-based, creative, safe and n...
Gurnee, Illinois – January 18 - 19: Visit tonight and tomorrow to see how we learn and grow at Growing Tree Preschool! Whether your child currently attends or you are considering enrolling in the upcoming school year, our Open Houses provide parents the opportunity to learn about our program philosophy and curriculum. Parents can also enroll their ...
Happy New Year!!! We hope you and yours had a fabulous holiday season and are off to a great start in 2023! Please see below for your January newsletter, which includes important information on current sales, upcoming events/programs, and MORE here at Gurnee Park District! Pool Passes – On Sale Now! There may be snow in the forecast, but summ...
Start the New Year STRONG with FitNation's Get Fit Challenge! Starting January 9 FitNation Gurnee (1655 Nations Drive) will start the 2023 Get Fit Challenge. Fitness is a lifestyle choice. Research has proven that in order to create a new habit, it takes a minimum of 2 months before it actually becomes a habit. There are myths that says it ta...
While the winter season can often seem long, it can also be one of the most magical times of year. Seeing that first snow glittering in the sunlight, or watching an early morning sunrise through frosted kitchen windows, winter offers a beauty that does not compare – you just have to look for it. Here at Gurnee Park District, we pride ourselves in d...
As we head into the busy month of December, we wanted to wish you and yours a very happy holiday season! We thank you for your continued support throughout the year and we look forward to providing more FUN this month and in the new year to come! 2022-2023 Winter Program and Events – Register TODAY! Registration is NOW OPEN for our upcoming 2022-20...