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Winter is here, which means it’s time to celebrate with our annual community Frosty Fest event! Bundle up as we transform Viking Park into a winter wonderland, complete with outdoor sleigh rides, games, crafts, bumper cars, and more! Then, warm up with our hot cocoa bar in the Dance Hall followed by s’mores by the fire! […]
Come along as we participate in all things Frozen. Students will partake in crafts and games that are cold weather related. Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting. Bring a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for both District 50 and 56. Register for FUN here!
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 children in the upcoming school year with a discounted registration […]
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 children in the upcoming school year with a discounted registration […]
Those winter blues starting to make you feel down? Shake off the snow and join us for a night of beach-themed activities, prizes, and splashing good times at our 87-degree indoor pool at FitNation! Light snacks and drinks will be provided for all. Don’t forget your favorite beach attire! Children under the age of 12 […]
Children will spend a fun evening engaging in age-appropriate activities, games, crafts and other amenities within the Hunt Club Park Community Center. Amenities may include a bounce house. Cheese pizza, juice, and water will be provided for children. Note: children ages 1-3 will have separate activities Time: Children ages 1-3 years old (5:00-8:00pm) Children ages […]
Get ready to rock and roll! We will sing, dance, and even make our own musical instruments. Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting. Bring a lunch and beverage. Note: the program must meet the minimum of 15 participants in order to run. This is a non school day […]
Join us at the Gurnee Park District as we celebrate LOVE...our love of old toys that is. Enjoy a lunch of lasagna, bread, salad, and dessert from Tina's Italian Cafe & Catering in Gurnee. Following lunch, go back in time with Dean Milano's "Vintage Toys of the Past" program featuring a large display of antique […]
Join us as we travel to the Jungle by playing games and creating some wild crafts! Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting. Bring a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for both District 50 and 56. Register for FUN!
Children will spend a fun evening engaging in age-appropriate activities, games, crafts and other amenities within the Hunt Club Park Community Center. Amenities may include a bounce house. Cheese pizza, juice, and water will be provided for children. Note: children ages 1-3 will have separate activities Time: Children ages 1-3 years old (5:00-8:00pm) Children ages […]
Join us as we participate in games and activities big and small involving shapes. Just think of all the possibilities we can get in to! Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting. Bring a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for both District 50 and 56. Register […]
Get ready to Rock and Roll! We will sing, dance, and even make our own musical instruments. Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting. Bring a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for District 50 only. Register for FUN!
Join Frances Mai-Ling on a journey to talk about a Polish pastry that is celebrated throughout the world by all cultures - the Paczki. Learn what a Paczki is, what makes them so famous and sought after, and how it is different from other donuts! Enjoy a traditional polish lunch of stuffed cabbage rolls, potato & […]
Children will spend a fun evening engaging in age-appropriate activities, games, crafts and other amenities within the Hunt Club Park Community Center. Amenities may include a bounce house. Cheese pizza, juice, and water will be provided for children. Note: children ages 1-3 will have separate activities Time: Children ages 1-3 years old (5:00-8:00pm) Children ages […]
Come along as we enjoy a day designed around our favorite animals! Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting, as well as a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for District 50 only. Register for FUN!
Hop into spring at our Bunny Bash egg-stravaganza! Join us for a continental breakfast with all the fixings, an exhilarating egg hunt, creative crafts, and, of course, commemorative pictures with everyone’s favorite Bunny! All participants will be placed in groups which will rotate from station to station. Parents and children must preregister for this event […]
Join us as we celebrate our favorite heroes and villains from books and movies. Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting, as well as a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for both District 50 and District 56. Register for FUN!
Join us as we play all things games! We will have a chance to play indoor games, gym games, board games, card games, and hopefully, if the weather cooperates, playground games! Please bring appropriate outwear as some activities may be held outdoors, weather permitting, as well as a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school […]
Join us as we try to use as many different colors as we can in one day! We will have a blast playing our favorite games and crafts. Please bring appropriate outerwear as some activities may be conducted outdoors, weather permitting, as well as a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for both […]
Are you up for a little mystery? Be prepared for just about anything. Today will be filled with activities and games that will be a mystery until you arrive! Please bring appropriate outerwear as some activities may be conducted outdoors, weather permitting, as well as a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for […]
Join us for a throwback party to the 1960’s, a time of peace symbols, flower power, beach culture, short skirts, flares, and lots of hair! Enjoy a lunch of cheeseburgers catered from Red Robin in Gurnee, chips, and dessert followed by the greatest hits of the 60’s, Burt Bacharach, The Carpenters, Beatles, and more played […]
Gather your squad and get ready for an action-packed night of adrenaline-pumping Nerf battles and activities for the whole family to enjoy! Fuel up with a dinner of pizza, salad, and dessert before taking on the Nerf arena, complete with stations such as Nerf blaster target practice, a team battle zone for games like Capture […]
Spring is in full swing so come join us for an evening playing games to win prizes at our indoor pool carnival! There’s fun for everyone with food and drinks, cannonball contests, ring toss, cornhole, and more. Swim right up and fling your way to a pool prize! Children under the age of 12 must […]
Children will spend a fun evening engaging in age-appropriate activities, games, crafts and other amenities within the Hunt Club Park Community Center. Amenities may include a bounce house. Cheese pizza, juice, and water will be provided for children. Note: children ages 1-3 will have separate activities Time: Children ages 1-3 years old (5:00-8:00pm) Children ages […]
Get ready for a sizzling night of delicious food, refreshing brews, and cozy vibes at our “Bonfire and Brews: Food Truck Frenzy” event, exclusively for adults 21+! As the sun sets and the stars appear, we’ll be unwinding by the fire, savoring the delicious flavors of local food trucks and brewers, dancing to live music, […]
Our future is so bright we need to wear shades! Join us as we try to predict the future with fun games, crafts, and more! Please bring appropriate outerwear as some activities may be outdoors, as well as a lunch and beverage. This is a non-school day for District 56 only. Register for FUN!
It’s time to grab your gardening gloves and join us to help beautify your community parks! We will be planting flowers, mulching, and picking up branches/trash at four Gurnee park locations. Please plan to dress in layers based on the weather - long pants, old sneakers/shoes, gardening style gloves, etc. Additional tools and supplies will […]
Go Gurnee has strived to bring community members together to increase community health through activity, education, and collaboration. This May we are inviting everyone to join us for a FREE “GO GURNEE RE-BOOT: GET MOVING IN MAY”! Since Spring is a time for change and new beginnings, the Gurnee Park District wants to once again […]
There are few American sporting events with the history and popularity of the Kentucky Derby. Its rich traditions – sipping a mint julep, donning a beautiful hat, and joining fellow race fans in singing “My Old Kentucky Home” are enjoyed across the country. While we can’t personally go to the “Running of the Roses” we […]
This event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Calling all Pickleball enthusiasts! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting to "dink" and "slam", get ready to unleash your skills & compete against fellow pickleball enthusiasts at our upcoming Pickleball Tournament! Date: Saturday, June 1 Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm Location: O'Plaine Community Park Fee: […]
Join us at Vineyard Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! Wednesday, June 5 5:30-7:30 pm Thank you to our sponsor, Affiliated Dental Specialists, for making this event possible! Remember to […]
Enjoy a night out with the family at our Families on the Fairway event! Kids will enjoy fun activities such as bounce houses, face painting, balloon twisters, mini golf games, and crafts, while parents will have time to perfect their golf swing on the driving range! Food and drinks will be available for purchase courtesy […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Join us at O'Plaine Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! O'Plaine Road & Russell Avenue | Gurnee, IL Wednesday, June 12 5:30-7:30 pm Thank you to our sponsor, Affiliated Dental Specialists, […]
Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! 90s Pop Nation will be performing! Thursday, June 13 7:00 - 8:30pm Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee FREE! Be sure to bring blankets or chairs and snacks or drinks. Concessions will also be available for purchase, courtesy of the Exchange Club of […]
Grab your friends as our popular monthly mixers have been extended through July! Enjoy a catered meal and entertainment or games. Doors open at 11:00am. Lunch service begins at 11:30am. NEW summer location: Gurnee Community Church | 4555 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL. 60031 As summer begins, let's celebrate with an old fashioned picnic, indoors […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Join us for our FREE Sounds of Summer Children's Series featuring Wendy & DB! Tuesday, June 18 10:30-11:15 am Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee Children's Concert FREE! We're proud to partner with our friends at Forest Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry. Forest Orthodontics & Pediatrics' SMILE Ice Cream Truck will be onsite! The […]
Join us at Prairie Oaks Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! Prairie Oaks Park | Shagbark Ct & Deer Run, Gurnee, IL Wednesday, June 19 5:30-7:30 pm Thank you […]
Grab your chairs and blankets and get ready to watch the movie “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” featuring the return of your favorite turtle brothers, Donatello, Raphael, Leonardo, and Michelangelo! Join us before the show to make Mutant Ninja Turtle masks and meet and take a picture with Donatello, Raphael, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Pictures […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Join us at Westgate Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! Westgate Park | Lawson Blvd & Hancock, Gurnee, IL Wednesday, June 26 5:30-7:30 pm Thank you to our sponsor, Affiliated […]
Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! Radio Gaga will be performing! Thursday, June 27 7:00 - 8:30pm Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee FREE! Be sure to bring blankets or chairs and snacks or drinks. Concessions will also be available for purchase, courtesy of the Exchange Club of Gurnee. […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Join us at University Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! University Park | University Avenue & Estes St., Gurnee, IL Wednesday, July 10 5:30-7:30 pm Thank you to our […]
Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! Taylor Dance Party will be performing! Thursday, July 11 7:00 - 8:30pm Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee FREE! Be sure to bring blankets or chairs and snacks or drinks. Concessions will also be available for purchase, courtesy of the Exchange […]
Grab your friends as our popular monthly mixers have been extended through July! Enjoy a catered meal and entertainment or games. Doors open at 11:00am. Lunch service begins at 11:30am. NEW summer location: Gurnee Community Church | 4555 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL Wear your red, white & blue to our “America the Beautiful” celebration. […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Join us at Christine Thompson Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! Christine Thompson Park | Woodlawn Avenue & Belle Plaine Avenue, Gurnee, IL Wednesday, July 17 5:30-7:30 pm Thank […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Join us for our FREE Sounds of Summer Children's Series featuring Miss Jamie & the Farm Hands! Tuesday, July 23 10:30-11:15 am Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee Children's Concert FREE! We're proud to partner with our friends at Forest Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry. Forest Orthodontics & Pediatrics' SMILE Ice Cream Truck will […]
Join us at Betty Russell Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! Wednesday, July 24 5:30-7:30 pm Thank you to our sponsor, Affiliated Dental Specialists, for making this event possible! Remember […]
Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! Chicago Tribute Band will be performing! Thursday, July 25 7:00 - 8:30pm Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee FREE! Be sure to bring blankets or chairs and snacks or drinks. Concessions will also be available for purchase, courtesy of the Exchange Club of […]
Join Warren-Newport Public Library for a FREE outdoor story time at Betty Russell Community Park. Children will share stories, rhymes, songs and FUN! Families are encouraged to bring a blanket/towel to sit on. Recommended for children ages 0 - 5 and their families. (registration is not required) This event is brought to you in partnership […]
Help save a life! FitNation, along with our friends at Versiti Blood Center of Illinois, will be hosting a blood drive this July! Wednesday, July 31 10:00AM-3:00PM 1655 Nations Drive (parking lot) Your blood donation will help to save up to 3 lives and impact our local patients and veterans! FREE beach towels will be […]
Grab your fishing poles - we're teaming up with our favorite local heroes from the Gurnee Police Department for our FREE Cops & Bobbers Fishing Event! Officers and Gurnee Park District staff will be onsite throughout the event to help reel in the biggest catch, create fun crafts, announce raffles, and MORE! Please note: while […]
BACK TO SCHOOL DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT - AGES 13-17 Come join us for our second annual Back to School Dodgeball Tournament for high school students! Captains will register individually for their team. Teams will consist of up to 8 players, with 6 players competing at a time. Teams will compete in round robin play, and conclude […]
Join us at Ravinia Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old! In addition, our friends from Warren-Newport Public Library will be onsite with the Bookmobile! Ravinia Park | Ravinia Drive, Gurnee, IL Wednesday, August 7 5:30-7:30 pm Thank you to our sponsor, Affiliated Dental Specialists, […]
Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! China Grove - Doobie Brothers Tribute Band will be performing! Thursday, August 15 7:00 - 8:30pm Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee FREE! Be sure to bring blankets or chairs and snacks or drinks. Concessions will also be available for purchase, courtesy […]
Join us for our FREE Sounds of Summer Children's Series featuring Todd Downing Music! Tuesday, August 20 10:30-11:15 am Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee Children's Concert FREE! We're proud to partner with our friends at Forest Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry. Forest Orthodontics & Pediatrics' SMILE Ice Cream Truck will be onsite! The […]
Calling all Pickleball enthusiasts! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting to "dink" and "slam", get ready to unleash your skills & compete against fellow pickleball enthusiasts at our upcoming Pickleball Tournament! Date: Saturday, August 24 Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm Location: O'Plaine Community Park Fee: $65 (one registration per team of 2) This men's, women's, […]