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Posted: October 30, 2020
Now booking! Looking for a warm and inviting backdrop for holiday photos? Schedule your family's holiday photos at Wilder Mansion today.
Posted: October 29, 2020
Two recent decisions by the Board of Park Commissioners will assist in dealing with the impact of COVID-19 related expenses on the District.
Posted: October 28, 2020
The Elmhurst Great Western Prairie is one of Elmhurst’s highlights.
Posted: October 20, 2020
Beginning October 26, Club Ed. will run from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Drop off time will be 7-8 a.m.
Previously, the program's start time was 8 a.m. Club Ed. is the District's self-directed E-Learning opportunity at Elmhurst Park District locations. It provides a structured schedule five days a week that alternates designated time for self-directed E-Learning and recreational activities including indoor/outdoor games, arts and crafts. Children are in groups of 15 participants or less in a format that meets all CDC health and safety guidelines. Face coverings are required at all times except while eating.
Posted: October 19, 2020
Looking for some fun on your day off of school?
Posted: October 6, 2020
Registration for programs in our Fall II November/December Brochure opens today to non-residents.
Posted: October 6, 2020
Resident registratoin for programs featured in the Fall II November/December Brochure opens today at 8 a.m.
Posted: October 2, 2020
Discover programs and classes in our Fall II November/December Brochure, now available online!
Posted: September 28, 2020
The District’s first dedicated pickleball courts were formally welcomed to Elmhurst last Saturday, September 26 with pickleball players, Park Board members and Park District staff coming together f
Posted: September 28, 2020
Water is vital to our parks - an important part of creating a vital, healthy environment for plants and park goers.
Posted: September 28, 2020
The COVID 19 pandemic continues to impact businesses around the world and locally in Elmhurst, including the Park District.
Posted: September 27, 2020
As the Park District continues to provide facilities, programs, and services under the State of Illinois and other public health guidelines, we would appreciate your feedback.
Posted: September 25, 2020
This event is full, but click here to be added to our waitlist!
Put on your costume, pack a blanket and prepare for some crafty fun at our Pumpkin Party in Wilder Park! Your family will have a reserved spot on the lawn and each child will receive a pumpkin and decorating supplies. Enjoy the beautiful fall colors at the park while listening to festive music and participating in fall themed BINGO. Children will also have a chance to walk down our trick-or-treat trail and collect goodies to take home.
Posted: September 24, 2020
The tennis program has a bounce in its step this week!
Posted: September 15, 2020
Join us as we safely celebrate the grand opening of the Crestview Park Pickleball Courts! We’ll celebrate with a ribbon cutting and a pickleball demonstration on the brand new courts.
Posted: September 4, 2020
Dig into some fun this September!! We're celebrating Truck Month at the Park District.
Posted: September 2, 2020
The start of the school year has been stressful for many families as parents struggle to balance work with remote and hybrid learning.
Posted: August 31, 2020
“This is not the usual way we would do an Eagle Scout Project,” says Walter Pasek, a member of Elmhurst’s Troop 117, as he describes the unique steps needed to earn his rank of Eagle Scout during t
Posted: August 24, 2020
Fall fun part one! Our September/October Fall I Brochure is now viewable online.
Posted: July 20, 2020
Summer tennis programs kick-off on Monday, July 20 and registration is now open!
Posted: July 14, 2020
Monday, July 13 was a historic moment for Elmhurst Park District, as the District unveiled and dedicated Elmhurst’s first new park in more than three decades.
Posted: July 8, 2020
The Park District is excited to announce that, in cooperation with the State of Illinois’ Restore Illinois Plan, The Hub’s Spray Ground will reopen Saturday, July 11 for 2 hour timeslots.
Posted: July 7, 2020
In accordance with the State of Illinois’ Restore Illinois Plan and in order to try to ensure the safety and well being of our members, we are pleased to announce we will be opening the Courts Plus