Free Programs | West Chicago Park District

Free Programs at the Park District

The West Chicago Park District offers a variety of free events and programs throughout the year for people of all ages!

View our upcoming free programs, our past 2025 programs, and our $5 and under programs!

Current Free Programs

Upcoming Free Programs

$5 and Under

Parks

Availability: Year-round

Our beautiful parks are open year-round and available to the public for free!

Enjoy walking paths, playgrounds, and more at one of our park locations.

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Dog Parks

Availability: Year-round

Wiggly Field and South Paw Dog parks are two fenced-in dog parks where dog owners can enjoy a place to play with their dogs off-leash.

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Skate Park

Availability: Year-round

Located next to ZONE250 in Reed-Keppler Park, the Skate Park is available for all skaters to use throughout the year,

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Disc Golf

Availability: Year-round

Enjoy Disc Golf at the beautiful Kress Creek Farms Park located at 30W150 Wilson Rd, West Chicago, IL 60185.

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Sand Volleyball

Availability: Year-round

Enjoy Sand Volleyball at the beautiful Cornerstone Lakes Park located at

2199 Smith Rd. West Chicago, IL 60185.

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Footgolf

Availability: Year-round

Enjoy a brand new 18-hole Footgolf course, which runs right along-side our Disc Golf course! It’s a fun, family-friendly blend of soccer and golf that’s great for all ages and skill levels. Located at Kress Creek Farms Park at 2199 Smith Rd. West Chicago, IL 60185.

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VIP - Volunteer Program

Location: Varies by Event | Date: Varies by Event

The West Chicago Park District offers many programs and events year-round. The success of these wouldn't be possible without the help and commitment of individuals like YOU! Please consider donating your time to one of our events or programs.

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Toucan Tuesdays

Location: Toucan's Hideaway | Dates: Tuesdays in September, 10:00am-6:00pm

Accessible via the west path of Turtle Splash Water Park, our hideaway promises a day filled with thrills and laughter! Please note, Turtle Splash Water Park will remain closed. Restrooms are conveniently located inside the ARC Center.

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Scholarship Program

Availability: Year-round

Based on the availability of funds, the West Chicago Park District will attempt to provide financial assistance to those residents who meet the eligibility requirements to enable them to participate in West Chicago Park District programs and/or facilities.

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Fitness Free Trial

Availability: Year-round

Membership includes access to the fitness center, indoor track, locker rooms, and open gym. Ask our customer service representatives how you can get a free trial day and see for yourself why the ARC Center is your best bet for fitness!

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2026 Past Free Programs & Events

2025 Past Free Programs

Here is a list of all of our free programs that have already passed for 2026. Most free programs repeat annually, so if you've missed one in 2026 that you're interested in, look for it around the same time next year!

Jan 19 - 23 | Treetop Escape Free Week

April 30 | ARC Center Open House

May 27 | Chicago Fire Soccer Clinic

June 13 | Hello Summer Fest

July 25 | Taco & Art Fest

June-August | Fun Fridays at The Shell

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Free Programs at the Park District

Upcoming Free Programs

Parks

Dog Parks

Skate Park

Disc Golf

Sand Volleyball

Footgolf

VIP - Volunteer Program

Toucan Tuesdays

Scholarship Program

Fitness Free Trial

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2026 Past Free Programs & Events