Viking Park Summer Kitchen Rentals

The Summer Kitchen at Viking Park will be available to rent for the 2023 season beginning January 3, 2022.

Rental dates will be available from April 22 - October 8. Daily rental pricing is $250 for residents and $375 for non-residents. Additional details can be found below.  

  • Saturday – Sunday 10 am to sunset
  • Max attendance 100 
  • Rolling buffet, indoor tables and chairs
  • Outdoor picnic table seating
  • Outdoor grills
  • Refrigerator
  • Sink
  • Electricity
  • Public restrooms
  • Access to park, playground and athletic fields 

Summer Kitchen Floor Plan

  • Security Deposit: $150R/$150NR
  • Daily Rental Fee (Max. attendance both inside & outside - 100): $250R/$375NR

  • All materials can be faxed to 847-623-8121 or emailed to our Rental Coordinator, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., once completed. 

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Park Shelter Rentals

Our two outdoor shelters are available to rent for the 2023 season from April 22 - October 8 beginning January 3, 2023. Daily rental pricing is $80 for residents and $120 for non-residents. Additional details can be found below.

All materials can be faxed to 847-623-8121 or emailed to our Rental Coordinator,This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Available Park Shelter Locations:

Rental includes use of picnic tables, grills, electricity, and access to outdoor restrooms. 

Viking Park Dance Hall Rentals

Dance Hall rentals are now available for your indoor rental needs. For pricing and other general information, please view the application below.

2023 Dance Hall Rental Application Form

For availability, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., at 847-599-3758. 

Hunt Club Park Community Center Rentals

Room rentals within the Hunt Club Park Community Center are not available at this time. Please know that this is temporary. Additional information will be shared once this location reopens. Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

Pool Rentals

Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center is accepting private rentals and birthday party rentals from June 5 - August 15. The indoor pool at FitNation Gurnee is not accepting rentals at this time.

View Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center Rental Information

Garden Plots - O'PLAINE PARK

  • Reservations are accepted online between March 1 and May 1
  • $25 per plot for the year 
  • Plots are 15 x 10
  • Season begins May 1 and ends November 15

Reserve your Garden Plot at O'Plaine Park

Garden Plot FAQs:

If I had a plot last year, will I be able to have the same one?

Our staff will do their best to provide gardeners with their same plot.  Please note that we are unable to guarantee this for every gardener.  

What supplies do you provide for gardeners?

Following supplies are provided for gardeners: 

  • running water 
  • hose and watering wand 
  • a few shuffle hoes (weed removal tools) and regular garden hoes are available 

The listed materials are not available: 

  • compost is not provided. Gardeners are able to amend soil 

Are garden plots raised?

No. The garden plots at O'Plaine Community Park at not raised. 

Why are garden plots no longer available at Mother Rudd?

Garden plots at Mother Rudd continue to have issues with flooding.  

Can I put up a small fence and use other structures (tomato cages) to support plants?

Yes, please do! We ask that any additional fencing and/or materials be removed after the growing season. 

Do you rototill the plots in the spring?

Yes, all plots will receive a shallow, quick pass with the rototiller immediately before planting.

Are garden plots fenced in?

The fencing used is to define boundaries between each plot.  The fencing used is not designed to keep pests out.   

Can pesticides and fertilizer be used?

Yes, only if they are organic. Please remember that organic doesn’t necessarily mean safer. Be sure to read all directions on the label and keep away for children. We ask that synthetics are not used. 

Do I need to clean/cut down my garden plants when the season is over?

Yes, please do. There are designated areas to place garden refuse throughout the growing season. 

What should I plant in my garden?

The link provided is a great way to learn about gardening in our area. 

https://growlakecounty.org/grow/

Athletic Field Rentals and Permits

Interested in renting a Gurnee Park District athletic field? Contact Rental Coordinator, Thomas Baker, at 847-599-3758 for complete details and available dates.