Skokie Park District
@skokieparks.bsky.social
Taking pride in our ability to serve the residents of Skokie by protecting natural resources and providing recreational opportunities.
You can now see ALL Weber Leisure Center gym activities in one place with our new calendar. Plan ahead & add activities directly to your own calendar.
🗓️ Calendar: bit.ly/3UfNgdL
Youth: $5 | Adults: $10 | Fitness First Members: FREE
📲 Questions? Call (847) 929-8500
🗓️ Calendar: bit.ly/3UfNgdL
Youth: $5 | Adults: $10 | Fitness First Members: FREE
📲 Questions? Call (847) 929-8500
October 6, 2026 at 5:44 PM
You can now see ALL Weber Leisure Center gym activities in one place with our new calendar. Plan ahead & add activities directly to your own calendar.
🗓️ Calendar: bit.ly/3UfNgdL
Youth: $5 | Adults: $10 | Fitness First Members: FREE
📲 Questions? Call (847) 929-8500
🗓️ Calendar: bit.ly/3UfNgdL
Youth: $5 | Adults: $10 | Fitness First Members: FREE
📲 Questions? Call (847) 929-8500
EVERY CHILD DESERVES A PLACE TO PLAY!
Accessible communities benefit everyone, which is why the park district is looking to expand our accessible play opportunities. To help you better understand the proposed playground at Channelside South, we've put together some common q's. ⬇️
Accessible communities benefit everyone, which is why the park district is looking to expand our accessible play opportunities. To help you better understand the proposed playground at Channelside South, we've put together some common q's. ⬇️
October 5, 2026 at 6:09 PM
EVERY CHILD DESERVES A PLACE TO PLAY!
Accessible communities benefit everyone, which is why the park district is looking to expand our accessible play opportunities. To help you better understand the proposed playground at Channelside South, we've put together some common q's. ⬇️
Accessible communities benefit everyone, which is why the park district is looking to expand our accessible play opportunities. To help you better understand the proposed playground at Channelside South, we've put together some common q's. ⬇️
👻 OCTOBER HAPPENINGS 🎃
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in October, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/46Qz79I
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in October, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/46Qz79I
October 1, 2026 at 3:56 PM
👻 OCTOBER HAPPENINGS 🎃
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in October, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/46Qz79I
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in October, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/46Qz79I
Join us for 11 frightful nights of Scream Scene! With its chainsaw maniacs and insane clown maze, Scream Scene has been terrifying visitors since 1997.
🎟️ Purchase tickets online or at the door.
🔗 More info here: www.screamscene.org
🎟️ Purchase tickets online or at the door.
🔗 More info here: www.screamscene.org
September 29, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Join us for 11 frightful nights of Scream Scene! With its chainsaw maniacs and insane clown maze, Scream Scene has been terrifying visitors since 1997.
🎟️ Purchase tickets online or at the door.
🔗 More info here: www.screamscene.org
🎟️ Purchase tickets online or at the door.
🔗 More info here: www.screamscene.org
***Update*** Skatium has reopened. Programming will continue as planned starting with Public Skate at 2pm. All birthday parties and hockey games are on as scheduled.
September 19, 2026 at 6:11 PM
***Update*** Skatium has reopened. Programming will continue as planned starting with Public Skate at 2pm. All birthday parties and hockey games are on as scheduled.
HAVE QUESTIONS? JOIN US FOR A Q&A.
We’ve heard you and know many residents still have questions about the proposal. That’s why we’re hosting Q&A sessions where you can learn more, ask questions, and get the information you need.
Join us at an upcoming Q&A session! ⬇️
We’ve heard you and know many residents still have questions about the proposal. That’s why we’re hosting Q&A sessions where you can learn more, ask questions, and get the information you need.
Join us at an upcoming Q&A session! ⬇️
September 18, 2026 at 4:49 PM
HAVE QUESTIONS? JOIN US FOR A Q&A.
We’ve heard you and know many residents still have questions about the proposal. That’s why we’re hosting Q&A sessions where you can learn more, ask questions, and get the information you need.
Join us at an upcoming Q&A session! ⬇️
We’ve heard you and know many residents still have questions about the proposal. That’s why we’re hosting Q&A sessions where you can learn more, ask questions, and get the information you need.
Join us at an upcoming Q&A session! ⬇️
Come one, come all to the Devonshire County Fair! Featuring musical performances, a bounce house, hayrides, lawn games, fall crafts, circus activities, face painting, dance, food and more!
🔗 Tickets: www.skokieparks.org/events/devon...
🗓 10/4 at 12:30-3:30 p.m.
📍 4400 Greenwood St.
🔗 Tickets: www.skokieparks.org/events/devon...
🗓 10/4 at 12:30-3:30 p.m.
📍 4400 Greenwood St.
September 17, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Come one, come all to the Devonshire County Fair! Featuring musical performances, a bounce house, hayrides, lawn games, fall crafts, circus activities, face painting, dance, food and more!
🔗 Tickets: www.skokieparks.org/events/devon...
🗓 10/4 at 12:30-3:30 p.m.
📍 4400 Greenwood St.
🔗 Tickets: www.skokieparks.org/events/devon...
🗓 10/4 at 12:30-3:30 p.m.
📍 4400 Greenwood St.
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🍂 YOUR FALL PROGRAM GUIDE IS HERE! 🍂
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
July 31, 2026 at 3:37 PM
🍂 YOUR FALL PROGRAM GUIDE IS HERE! 🍂
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
Swim lessons are available this fall and open for kids and adults. Learn this essential life skill with us!
🏊 Registration Opens: R: 9/14 ┃ NR: 9/16
🔗 More info: www.skokieparks.org/swimming/
📍 Location: Niles North High School
ℹ️ Questions? Contact [email protected]
@skokiepools.bsky.social
🏊 Registration Opens: R: 9/14 ┃ NR: 9/16
🔗 More info: www.skokieparks.org/swimming/
📍 Location: Niles North High School
ℹ️ Questions? Contact [email protected]
@skokiepools.bsky.social
September 10, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Swim lessons are available this fall and open for kids and adults. Learn this essential life skill with us!
🏊 Registration Opens: R: 9/14 ┃ NR: 9/16
🔗 More info: www.skokieparks.org/swimming/
📍 Location: Niles North High School
ℹ️ Questions? Contact [email protected]
@skokiepools.bsky.social
🏊 Registration Opens: R: 9/14 ┃ NR: 9/16
🔗 More info: www.skokieparks.org/swimming/
📍 Location: Niles North High School
ℹ️ Questions? Contact [email protected]
@skokiepools.bsky.social
🚜 FREE EVENT! See and touch the big rigs up close! Trucks and machinery from the Skokie Park District, the Village of Skokie and more will be on hand for children to explore!
🗓 9/20 at 9:30-11:30 a.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
ℹ Info: www.skokieparks.org/events/touch...
🗓 9/20 at 9:30-11:30 a.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
ℹ Info: www.skokieparks.org/events/touch...
September 9, 2026 at 6:20 PM
🚜 FREE EVENT! See and touch the big rigs up close! Trucks and machinery from the Skokie Park District, the Village of Skokie and more will be on hand for children to explore!
🗓 9/20 at 9:30-11:30 a.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
ℹ Info: www.skokieparks.org/events/touch...
🗓 9/20 at 9:30-11:30 a.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
ℹ Info: www.skokieparks.org/events/touch...
FLEA MARKET FRENZY
Browse hidden treasures and find great prices on items like antiques, holiday decor, dishes, clothing, tools, electronics, video games, jewelry, books, music, movies, art, vinyl, and other totally unique items!
🗓 9/19 at 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
Browse hidden treasures and find great prices on items like antiques, holiday decor, dishes, clothing, tools, electronics, video games, jewelry, books, music, movies, art, vinyl, and other totally unique items!
🗓 9/19 at 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
September 9, 2026 at 6:14 PM
FLEA MARKET FRENZY
Browse hidden treasures and find great prices on items like antiques, holiday decor, dishes, clothing, tools, electronics, video games, jewelry, books, music, movies, art, vinyl, and other totally unique items!
🗓 9/19 at 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
Browse hidden treasures and find great prices on items like antiques, holiday decor, dishes, clothing, tools, electronics, video games, jewelry, books, music, movies, art, vinyl, and other totally unique items!
🗓 9/19 at 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 4701 Oakton St.
SAFE SITTERS ESSENTIALS AT OAKTON
Safe Sitter prepares students in grades 6–8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Ages 11–13.
📌 Register here: bit.ly/4xoOyAU
Safe Sitter prepares students in grades 6–8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Ages 11–13.
📌 Register here: bit.ly/4xoOyAU
September 8, 2026 at 4:50 PM
SAFE SITTERS ESSENTIALS AT OAKTON
Safe Sitter prepares students in grades 6–8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Ages 11–13.
📌 Register here: bit.ly/4xoOyAU
Safe Sitter prepares students in grades 6–8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Ages 11–13.
📌 Register here: bit.ly/4xoOyAU
🍂 SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS 🍂
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in September, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/4qTGyWR
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in September, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/4qTGyWR
September 3, 2026 at 3:54 PM
🍂 SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS 🍂
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in September, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/4qTGyWR
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in September, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/4qTGyWR
BECOME A BACKLOT BASH VIP! 🎉
VIP spots are going fast! Get reserved seating near the Main Stage, dinner, unlimited drinks & popsicles, a Backlot Bash T-shirt and more.
⏰ VIP ticket sales end Thursday!
🎟️ Get yours: www.backlotbash.com/VIP.html
VIP spots are going fast! Get reserved seating near the Main Stage, dinner, unlimited drinks & popsicles, a Backlot Bash T-shirt and more.
⏰ VIP ticket sales end Thursday!
🎟️ Get yours: www.backlotbash.com/VIP.html
August 24, 2026 at 4:03 PM
BECOME A BACKLOT BASH VIP! 🎉
VIP spots are going fast! Get reserved seating near the Main Stage, dinner, unlimited drinks & popsicles, a Backlot Bash T-shirt and more.
⏰ VIP ticket sales end Thursday!
🎟️ Get yours: www.backlotbash.com/VIP.html
VIP spots are going fast! Get reserved seating near the Main Stage, dinner, unlimited drinks & popsicles, a Backlot Bash T-shirt and more.
⏰ VIP ticket sales end Thursday!
🎟️ Get yours: www.backlotbash.com/VIP.html
🎾 LEVEL UP YOUR TENNIS GAME 🎾
Serve, rally, and compete this fall with Skokie Park District Tennis. Our programs are built to sharpen skills, build confidence, and keep you moving on the court.
🔗 Explore all classes & register: www.skokieparks.org/tennis/
Serve, rally, and compete this fall with Skokie Park District Tennis. Our programs are built to sharpen skills, build confidence, and keep you moving on the court.
🔗 Explore all classes & register: www.skokieparks.org/tennis/
August 20, 2026 at 3:34 PM
🎾 LEVEL UP YOUR TENNIS GAME 🎾
Serve, rally, and compete this fall with Skokie Park District Tennis. Our programs are built to sharpen skills, build confidence, and keep you moving on the court.
🔗 Explore all classes & register: www.skokieparks.org/tennis/
Serve, rally, and compete this fall with Skokie Park District Tennis. Our programs are built to sharpen skills, build confidence, and keep you moving on the court.
🔗 Explore all classes & register: www.skokieparks.org/tennis/
🎉 Skokie's Backlot Bash is almost here! Three days. 18 bands. One huge weekend in downtown Skokie.
🎤 Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press
🎸 Lucky Boys Confusion
🎶 Tributosaurus becomes Santana
📅 Aug. 28-30
📍 Floral & Oakton
🔗 More info: www.backlotbash.com
🎤 Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press
🎸 Lucky Boys Confusion
🎶 Tributosaurus becomes Santana
📅 Aug. 28-30
📍 Floral & Oakton
🔗 More info: www.backlotbash.com
August 18, 2026 at 3:43 PM
🎉 Skokie's Backlot Bash is almost here! Three days. 18 bands. One huge weekend in downtown Skokie.
🎤 Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press
🎸 Lucky Boys Confusion
🎶 Tributosaurus becomes Santana
📅 Aug. 28-30
📍 Floral & Oakton
🔗 More info: www.backlotbash.com
🎤 Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press
🎸 Lucky Boys Confusion
🎶 Tributosaurus becomes Santana
📅 Aug. 28-30
📍 Floral & Oakton
🔗 More info: www.backlotbash.com
PARTNER WITH THE SKOKIE PARK DISTRICT!
If you are a business, big or small, advertise at our special events, the best face-to-face meetings for your potential customers! Call Diane today to sponsor an event at (773) 569-1208.
If you are a business, big or small, advertise at our special events, the best face-to-face meetings for your potential customers! Call Diane today to sponsor an event at (773) 569-1208.
August 6, 2026 at 6:03 PM
PARTNER WITH THE SKOKIE PARK DISTRICT!
If you are a business, big or small, advertise at our special events, the best face-to-face meetings for your potential customers! Call Diane today to sponsor an event at (773) 569-1208.
If you are a business, big or small, advertise at our special events, the best face-to-face meetings for your potential customers! Call Diane today to sponsor an event at (773) 569-1208.
🔆AUGUST HAPPENINGS 🔆
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in August, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/45A2iNs
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in August, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/45A2iNs
July 31, 2026 at 4:24 PM
🔆AUGUST HAPPENINGS 🔆
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in August, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/45A2iNs
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in August, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
🔗 Explore our calendar and links here: adobe.ly/45A2iNs
🍂 YOUR FALL PROGRAM GUIDE IS HERE! 🍂
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
July 31, 2026 at 3:37 PM
🍂 YOUR FALL PROGRAM GUIDE IS HERE! 🍂
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
Fall classes and events are now viewable online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide '26.
🔗 View your guide here: adobe.ly/3Rnn27V
🗓️ Registration begins
📌 Skokie residents: August 15
📌 Non-residents: August 22
Register early for Weber Golf's biggest event!
🌙 2-person LED Night Golf Scramble
📅 Thursday, August 6
🕗 8–11 p.m.
💲$40 per golfer (Ages 16+)
📍9350 Weber Park Pl
⏰ Check in by 7:45 p.m.
🔗Register here: bit.ly/4a4NDfX
🌙 2-person LED Night Golf Scramble
📅 Thursday, August 6
🕗 8–11 p.m.
💲$40 per golfer (Ages 16+)
📍9350 Weber Park Pl
⏰ Check in by 7:45 p.m.
🔗Register here: bit.ly/4a4NDfX
July 28, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Register early for Weber Golf's biggest event!
🌙 2-person LED Night Golf Scramble
📅 Thursday, August 6
🕗 8–11 p.m.
💲$40 per golfer (Ages 16+)
📍9350 Weber Park Pl
⏰ Check in by 7:45 p.m.
🔗Register here: bit.ly/4a4NDfX
🌙 2-person LED Night Golf Scramble
📅 Thursday, August 6
🕗 8–11 p.m.
💲$40 per golfer (Ages 16+)
📍9350 Weber Park Pl
⏰ Check in by 7:45 p.m.
🔗Register here: bit.ly/4a4NDfX
ORDINANCE AMENDED REGARDING E-BIKE USAGE
The Skokie Park District board of commissioners unanimously voted on Tuesday to amend the district conduct ordinance regulating the use of the parks and property owned or controlled by the Skokie Park District.
📰 Info: www.skokieparks.org/ordinance-am...
The Skokie Park District board of commissioners unanimously voted on Tuesday to amend the district conduct ordinance regulating the use of the parks and property owned or controlled by the Skokie Park District.
📰 Info: www.skokieparks.org/ordinance-am...
July 27, 2026 at 3:56 PM
ORDINANCE AMENDED REGARDING E-BIKE USAGE
The Skokie Park District board of commissioners unanimously voted on Tuesday to amend the district conduct ordinance regulating the use of the parks and property owned or controlled by the Skokie Park District.
📰 Info: www.skokieparks.org/ordinance-am...
The Skokie Park District board of commissioners unanimously voted on Tuesday to amend the district conduct ordinance regulating the use of the parks and property owned or controlled by the Skokie Park District.
📰 Info: www.skokieparks.org/ordinance-am...
Board votes to place referendum on November 3 ballot. 📰 Read the full story here: www.skokieparks.org/board-votes-...
July 23, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Board votes to place referendum on November 3 ballot. 📰 Read the full story here: www.skokieparks.org/board-votes-...
🌭 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AT OAKTON PARK
Join us on August 4 for free veggie, halal, or kosher hot dogs, water and chips (while supplies last). Kosher hot dogs grilled and overseen by Lubavitch Chabad.
🗓️ Tuesday, August 4 at 4–7:30 p.m.
📍 Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St.
Join us on August 4 for free veggie, halal, or kosher hot dogs, water and chips (while supplies last). Kosher hot dogs grilled and overseen by Lubavitch Chabad.
🗓️ Tuesday, August 4 at 4–7:30 p.m.
📍 Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St.
July 22, 2026 at 5:26 PM
🌭 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AT OAKTON PARK
Join us on August 4 for free veggie, halal, or kosher hot dogs, water and chips (while supplies last). Kosher hot dogs grilled and overseen by Lubavitch Chabad.
🗓️ Tuesday, August 4 at 4–7:30 p.m.
📍 Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St.
Join us on August 4 for free veggie, halal, or kosher hot dogs, water and chips (while supplies last). Kosher hot dogs grilled and overseen by Lubavitch Chabad.
🗓️ Tuesday, August 4 at 4–7:30 p.m.
📍 Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St.
Bring your floaties and the family to the Devonshire Aquatic Center's Dive-In Movie showing of the 1988 classic film, Beetlejuice. Popcorn and water will be provided. Tickets: $12/person
🔗 Purchase tickets here: bit.ly/4gWt7CF
🗓️ Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m.
🔗 Purchase tickets here: bit.ly/4gWt7CF
🗓️ Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m.
July 22, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Bring your floaties and the family to the Devonshire Aquatic Center's Dive-In Movie showing of the 1988 classic film, Beetlejuice. Popcorn and water will be provided. Tickets: $12/person
🔗 Purchase tickets here: bit.ly/4gWt7CF
🗓️ Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m.
🔗 Purchase tickets here: bit.ly/4gWt7CF
🗓️ Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m.
POOLS CLOSED
Skokie Water Playground and Devonshire Aquatic Center will be closed today (July 16) due to poor air quality.
ℹ️ For status changes:
🔗 Website: www.skokieparks.org/skokie-water...
📞 Pool Status Hotline: (847) 929-7750
Skokie Water Playground and Devonshire Aquatic Center will be closed today (July 16) due to poor air quality.
ℹ️ For status changes:
🔗 Website: www.skokieparks.org/skokie-water...
📞 Pool Status Hotline: (847) 929-7750
July 16, 2026 at 2:48 PM
POOLS CLOSED
Skokie Water Playground and Devonshire Aquatic Center will be closed today (July 16) due to poor air quality.
ℹ️ For status changes:
🔗 Website: www.skokieparks.org/skokie-water...
📞 Pool Status Hotline: (847) 929-7750
Skokie Water Playground and Devonshire Aquatic Center will be closed today (July 16) due to poor air quality.
ℹ️ For status changes:
🔗 Website: www.skokieparks.org/skokie-water...
📞 Pool Status Hotline: (847) 929-7750