March 27 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM K-1 Speed Teen Trip Go kart racing will never be the same after racing at K-1 Speed! This indoor track is...
July 28 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Middle School Night at the Pool Middle Schoolers, grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial...
July 28 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park - CANCELLED This concert is cancelled due to heat and forecasted rain. Pack a picnic dinner and come...
December 21 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Park Board Meeting & Public Hearing Park Ridge Park District Board Meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of each...
January 15 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Science Night Turn your family into scientists and explore fun science concepts with us! Make cool...
January 31 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Virtual Camp Info Night At the virtual meeting, staff will cover how to register for camps, along with...
February 2 | 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM Son & Me Magic Night Join us for a magical evening you will never forget! The evening includes dinner and a...
February 2 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Middle School Night at the Pool - CANCELLED The event has been canceled due to low registration.
February 10 | 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM Valentine's Bash Come to the pool for some family fun! Celebrate Valentine's Day with your friends,...
February 12 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Valentine's Party with the Animals Show your love for the animals! Create handmade Valentines for our cuddly friends and...
February 13 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Valentine's Party with the Animals Show your love for the animals! Create handmade Valentines for our cuddly friends and...
February 19 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM K1-Speed Teen Trip Go kart racing will never be the same after racing at K-1 Speed! This indoor track is...
February 19 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Science Night Turn your family into scientists and explore fun science concepts with us! Make cool...
February 29 | 12:00 AM – Preschool Open House Interested in the Maine Park Preschool, Nature Preschool, or Nature...
March 1 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Daughter & Me Royal Princess Ball Hear ye, hear ye! You are invited to join us for an evening of dinner, dancing, and fun at...
March 8 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Middle School Night at the Pool Middle Schoolers, grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial...
March 10 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Oakton Ice Arena: 50 Years & Forward Remembering the Past & Celebrating the Future Join us in celebrating Oakton...
March 12 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Summer Camp Counselor On-Site Interviews We are now hiring summer camp counselors! Complete your application today and come to...
March 14 | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM Leprechaun Hunt Do you have the luck of the Irish on your side to catch Park Ridge's mischievous...
March 16 | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Spring Bunny Visit and Bunny Baskets The Bunny is at Maine Park and would love if you came to visit! The Bunny has a special...
March 16 | 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM Eggs-stravaganza Egg Hunt Grab your basket and head over to Maine Park for a traditional egg hunt. Eggs will be...
March 17 | 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM St. Patrick's Day Splash Come to the pool for some leprechaun fun! Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your friends...
March 19 | 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM Beyond the Bell Virtual Information Meeting Learn more about Beyond the Bell at our Virtual Information Meeting! Our staff will cover a...
March 20 | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM Bunny Hop Hunt at Home The Bunny is hopping around Park Ridge spreading spring cheer! Bunny helpers will leave two...
March 22 | 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt Grab your flashlight and set out on a hunt for eggs hidden throughout the Wildwood Prairie....
March 22 | 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM Flashlight Egg Hunt Hundreds of eggs filled with candy are hidden outdoors behind Maine Park. Find a Golden Egg...
March 27 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM K1 Speed Teen Trip Go kart racing will never be the same after racing at K-1 Speed! This indoor track is...
April 11 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Healthy, Well-thy & Wise Active Adult Expo Get Healthy, Well-thy, and Wise this year at the Park District’s Active Adult Expo....
April 12 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Science Night Turn your family into scientists and explore fun science concepts with us! Make cool...
April 13 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pedals for the Parks Bike & Trike Exchange (Donation Drop-Off) Donate your used bike or trike to the 11th Annual Pedals for the Parks Bike &...
April 19 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Yoga Uncorked Join us for yoga, followed by delicious appetizers and wine tastings provided by...
April 19 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Grade 4-5 Night at the Pool Grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial Fitness Center for a...
April 20 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Earth Day 2024 Enjoy fun earth-inspired activities, create recycled crafts, discover live birds of prey...
April 22 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Earth Day Work Day Join us for Earth Day Work Day, the perfect opportunity for service hours or simply giving...
April 26 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM An Taylor Swift-Inspired Evening Dress in your finest Taylor Swift-inspired Style and join us for an evening filled with...
April 26 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Middle School Night at the Pool Grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial Fitness Center for a...
April 27 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Pedals for the Parks Bike & Trike Sale The 11th Annual Pedals for the Parks Bike & Trike Sale, hosted by the Park Ridge...
May 2 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Regular Park Board Meeting - CANCELLED Please note, this meeting has been cancelled.
May 4 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Royal Tea & Fashion Show It's a Royal Tea Party and all the princesses and princes are invited! Dress in your...
May 11 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Dance Recital Our dance students are taking the stage for their annual dance recital! Watch our...
May 14 | 5:45 PM – 7:00 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood’s twist on the classic tag? A popular Nature Camp and Discovery...
May 16 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Night with the STARS Enjoy great food, talent, and fun! Join us for a delicious dinner followed by our very own...
May 18 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Park Ridge Historical Society - Living History WWII Tour A salute to the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 1944, commemorating the Allied landing...
May 20 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM M-NASR Job Fair Get your summer job lined up! The Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation (M-NASR)...
May 21 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Des Plaines River Clean Up Scout troops, community groups, school groups, church groups, and individuals - help clean...
May 22 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Pond Dippers Have fun as a family discovering what lurks beneath the surface of the pond! Dip and scoop...
May 24 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM S'more Stories and Songs Enjoy a night of s'mores, stories, and songs around a campfire with your family. Sit...
May 29 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM National Senior Health & Fitness Day Celebrate National Senior Health and Fitness Day at the Centennial Activity Center and...
June 4 | 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood’s twist on the classic game of tag? A popular Nature Camp and...
June 5 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Murtle the Turtle's Birthday Party Join us for the South Park Turtle’s birthday party celebration! Enjoy refreshments...
June 5 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Camp Open House Learn more about our specific camps, ask questions, and meet your camp staff one-on-one.
June 7 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 AM Backyard Campout Camp out with your family outside at Wildwood. Enjoy a campfire dinner and s'mores on...
June 8 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Park Ridge Community Health Fair This community health fair, hosted by the Park Ridge Community Health Commission, City of...
June 8 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Summer Craft & Vendor Fair Do you sell fashion items, accessories, jewelry, skin care, cosmetics, home goods, art, or...
June 13 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Pond Dippers Have fun as a family discovering what lurks beneath the surface of the pond! Dip and scoop...
June 14 | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Celebrate Centennial Aquatic Center Celebrate Centennial Aquatic Center with 10 hours of fun! Enjoy games, activities, and...
June 20 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Hinkley Flick & Float: Lilo & Stitch Join us at Hinkley Pool as we float around and enjoy a movie after dark! Bring your...
June 21 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM S'more Stories, Songs, and Strolls Enjoy a summer night of s’mores, stories, and songs around a campfire with your...
June 21 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park - A Taylor Experience Pack a picnic and enjoy music in the park! Are you ready for it? Paying tribute to one...
June 23 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Park Ridge Garden Walk The Park Ridge Garden Club presents the 29th Annual Garden Walk, "Art Along the Garden...
June 24 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Spend a Day with S.T.A.R. Explore everything S.T.A.R. has to offer! From fitness to trips, and everything in between,...
June 25 | 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood’s twist on the classic game of tag? A popular Nature Camp and...
June 28 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM CANCELLED - Summer Concert at Hodges Park - Todd & The Ten Pins THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER. Pack a picnic and enjoy music in the...
June 29 | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM Gone Fishin' Derby Come to Wildwood Nature Center for the Gone Fishin' Derby at the Maine Park ponds....
July 1 | 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood’s twist on the classic game of tag? A popular Nature Camp and...
July 3 | 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM July 3rd Fireworks Celebration DJ & Children’s Entertainment • 6:30pm-8:00pm Live Music Entertainment...
July 7 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Sunday Yoga in the Park Join us in Hodges Park on Sunday mornings for free community yoga! Ages 5-12 must be...
July 12 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park Pack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the...
July 13 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Early Childhood Expo & Kite Fest Parents and children, sample everything the Park District has to offer children age 5 and...
July 14 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Sunday Yoga in the Park - CANCELLED July 14 Yoga in the Park is cancelled due to inclement weather.
July 16 | 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood’s twist on the classic game of tag? A popular Nature Camp and...
July 16 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Family Summer Concert: Miss Jamie Join us at Prospect Park for our family summer concerts! This week features Miss Jamie:...
July 18 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Hinkley Flick & Float: Wonka - CANCELLED Due to forecasted colder temperatures, the Hinkley Pool Flick & Float on July 18 has...
July 19 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM S'more Stories, Songs, and Strolls Enjoy a summer night of s’mores, stories, and songs around a campfire with your...
July 19 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park Pack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the...
July 21 | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Centennial Fitness Center Open House Considering Centennial Fitness Center Membership? Try it for free at our Open House!...
July 21 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sundae Funday Enjoy a free ice cream treat at the Splash Pad (while supplies last). Stop by for a sweet...
July 21 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Sunday Yoga in the Park Join us in Hodges Park on Sunday mornings for free community yoga! Ages 5-12 must be...
July 23 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Pond Dippers Have fun as a family discovering what lurks beneath the surface of the pond! Dip and scoop...
July 24 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Movie in the Park - Polar Express Grab the family and join us for a movie in the park! Movie begins at dusk. Arrive...
July 25 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Park Ridge Youth Commission Pool Party Join the Park Ridge Youth Commission for an unforgettable pool party filled with fun,...
July 26 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park Pack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the...
July 27 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Country Farm Fair Enjoy a day down on the farm! Pet cows, chickens, goats, and more in the petting zoo...
July 28 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Sunday Yoga in the Park Join us in Hodges Park on Sunday mornings for free community yoga! Ages 5-12 must be...
July 30 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Family Concert: Nanny Nikki Join us at Prospect Park for our family summer concerts! This week features Nanny...
August 1 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Movie in the Park - Wish Grab the family and join us for a movie in the park! Movie begins at dusk. Arrive...
August 2 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park Pack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the...
August 6 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM National Night Out Join the Park Ridge Police for National Night Out! Kick off the event with Chicago Legend...
August 7 | 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood’s twist on the classic game of tag? A popular Nature Camp and...
August 9 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park Pack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the...
August 16 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM S'more Stories, Songs, and Strolls Enjoy a summer night of s’mores, stories, and songs around a campfire with your...
August 16 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Hinkley Flick & Float: Shrek Join us at Hinkley Pool as we float around and enjoy a movie after dark! Bring your...
August 16 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Summer Concert at Hodges Park Pack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the...
August 21 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Meet & Greet with the Executive Director Stop by and meet John Shea, Jr., the Park District’s Executive Director! The Meet...
August 27 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood's twist on the classic tag? A popular Nature Camp and Discovery Crew...
August 29 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Meet & Greet with the Executive Director Stop by and meet John Shea, Jr., the Park District’s Executive Director! The Meet...
September 6 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 AM Backyard Campout Camp out with your family in the Park District’s backyard, outside at the Wildwood...
September 8 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Grandparent Day Any resident youth paying for the daily admission at the Splash Pad can bring a grandparent...
September 10 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Meet & Greet with the Executive Director Stop by and meet John Shea, Jr., the Park District’s Executive Director! The Meet...
September 12 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood's twist on the classic tag? A popular Nature Camp and Discovery Crew...
September 20 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM S'more Stories, Songs, and Strolls The entire family will enjoy the peaceful night air while sitting around a fire listening...
September 21 | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Trucktoberfest Trucktoberfest 2024 is presented by the Park Ridge Park District, The Harp and...
September 27 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM 4th & 5th Grade Pool Night Grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial Fitness Center for a...
September 30 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Zombie Tag Ready for Wildwood's twist on the classic tag? A popular Nature Camp and Discovery Crew...
October 4 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Middle School Night at the Pool Middle Schoolers, grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial...
October 11 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Halloween Hoopla Join us for a fun-filled family event that gets you ready for Halloween. Carve a pumpkin,...
October 12 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM Teen Adventure Day at Konow's Corn Maze Get ready for a day packed with excitement, fun, and adventure at Konow's Corn Maze....
October 12 | 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM Halloween Hoopla Join us for a fun-filled family event that gets you ready for Halloween. Carve a pumpkin,...
October 14 | 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM Fright Fest It's that time of the year again when Six Flags Great America transforms into a park...
October 14 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Science Night Turn your family into scientists and explore fun science concepts with us! Make cool...
October 18 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM S'more Stories, Songs, and Strolls The entire family will enjoy the peaceful night air while sitting around a fire listening...
October 21 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Halloween House Decorating Contest Do you pride yourself with the scariest or cheeriest Halloween house décor? Let’s see...
October 24 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Costume Party with the Animals Dress up in disguise for this Costume Party with the Animals! Learn about animal disguises...
October 25 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Teen Thrill Night at Scream Scene Haunted House Get ready to face your fears at the spine-chilling Scream Scene Haunted House. This...
October 25 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Costume Party with the Animals Dress up in disguise for this Costume Party with the Animals! Learn about animal disguises...
October 25 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Walk Thru Trunk or Treat Step into a world of spook-tacular fun at our Walking Trunk or Treat event! Join us for a...
October 26 | 12:15 PM – 12:40 PM Skeleton Egg Dip Goblins have laid eggs in the pool - help us get them out! Eggs filled with candy are...
November 1 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Fright Night Glow: Teen Halloween Extravaganza Gather your friends and prepare for a night of ghoulish glow-in-the-dark fun! This...
November 2 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Treasures & Trinkets Holiday Bazaar Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Look no further! Handmade holiday crafts, clothing,...
November 2 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Pumpkin Smash & Bash Recycle your pumpkin at the Pumpkin Smash and Bash! Roll your pumpkin down the Centennial...
November 2 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Trivia Night Questions emphasize having fun rather than testing extreme knowledge! Form a team with a...
November 15 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Science Night Turn your family into scientists and explore fun science concepts with us! Make cool...
November 22 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM 4th & 5th Grade Pool Night Grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial Fitness Center for a...
November 25 | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM Santa's Mailbox Santa's Mailbox is at the Maine Park Leisure Center! Write your own letter or submit a...
November 26 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM The Ultimate Escape Room Challenge Are you ready for the ultimate test of strategic thinking? Dive into an exhilarating escape...
December 3 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Elf in Training Workshop Have you ever wondered how to care for reindeer or what is like to work in the North Pole...
December 5 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Gingerbread Workshop Celebrate the holidays by creating a decoration made from sweet treats. Parents and...
December 7 | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Santa Trail We are bringing Santa and The North Pole to Maine Park! We are transforming the hallways...
December 11 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM You've Been Grinched Grinch your family, friends, and neighbors with a surprise at home candy cane hunt. The...
December 13 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Middle School Night at the Pool Middle Schoolers, grab your swimsuit, towel, and friends and head over to the Centennial...
December 14 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Winter Wonderland Sensory Festival Join us for our inclusive sensory holiday experience. Reduced noise levels, gentle...
December 21 | 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Swim with Santa Santa is spending an afternoon at the Fitness Center Pool relaxing before his big day. Join...
December 28 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM New Year's Eve Around the World Experience the excitement of New Year's Eve around the world with your family, without...