Chicago ParkDistrict

Stay connected for upcoming event details at chicagoparkdistrict.com/america-250.

We're excited to join the city of Chicago & cities across the country in commemorating America 250. We look forward to welcoming everyone in our parks for Chicago’s Parks: America’s Stage, a series of programs & events that commemorate the country’s semiquincentennial!

Run with us! Join us & @CARARuns for🆓timed 5K/1-mile runs around the site of the 1893 World’s Fair & a riverside park: 🏃3/21: Jackson Park, 1686 E. Hayes Dr. 🏃‍♀️3/28: Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose Ave. All ages are welcome! Register by 3/20 at 2 pm. 👉 chicagoparkdistrict.com/go-run-chicago.

UPDATE [3/19/26]: The #ChiLFT has been cleared and is open.

⚠️#ChiLFT Alert: Due to high waves, access to the lakefront paths between Oak St. and Ohio St., as well as the Chicago Ave. underpass are closed until further notice. For your own safety, please heed the warnings along the lakefront.

Stay connected for upcoming event details at chicagoparkdistrict.com/america-250.

Join us as we celebrate Women's History Month on Mar. 19 from 5:30-9pm at Humboldt Park, 1440 N. Humboldt Blvd, with a resource fair, followed by a movie screening of “Salt of the Earth (1954),” & a 30-min. discussion about the labor movement. Register at bit.ly/CPrkDWomensHis….

#HappyStPatricksDay! As Chicago’s lead green steward, we’re proud to celebrate these festivities with communities citywide.

It's snowing outside, so shop indoors for your Spring gear! Today, is the last day for @DICKS Exclusive Shop Event happening thru March 16, 2026 at all Chicagoland store locations. Follow the link to ⏬download your 20% OFF coupon at bit.ly/DICKSShopEvent….

There’s about two weeks left to contribute your ideas for important park improvement projects as part of the Participatory Budget process. Let us know how we can make your local park better! Follow the link chicagoparkdistrict.com/pb to submit your input.

In-person registration for Spring Programs starts today at select parks! After you register, take advantage of the @DICKS Exclusive Shop Event happening thru March 16 at all Chicagoland store locations. Follow the link to ⏬download your 20% OFF coupon at bit.ly/DICKSShopEvent….

Join us at the final Teen Opportunity Fairs today, March 14, 2026 at Kennedy-King College, 740 W. 63rd Street - U Building until 1 pm. Learn about summer job opportunities for youth ages 16+ and summer training programs for ages 13 to 15. ▶️Learn more at chicagoparkdistrict.com/teen-opportuni….

Don’t wait for summer to secure your spot on the lifeguard stand with Spring Break Swim Tests. Pay rate: $20.50. Tests start at 9am. Sign-up today at bit.ly/ApplyNOW-Lifeg… for: 🏊‍♂️3/14 at Homan Square Community Center, 3559 W. Arthington St. 🏊‍♀️3/28 at @wyhs, 211 S. Laflin St.

Go to garfieldconservatory.org to reserve your visit.

We’re getting in the St.Patrick’s Day spirit with the dyeing of the pond at @gpconservatory! A small motorized boat makes waves to help spread the environmentally friendly neon green color. Don’t forget to smell the daisies & daffodils in the Spring Flower Show when you stop by!

The @ChicagoParks established the Office of Prevention and Accountability (OPA) to uphold its commitment to a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment for all employees and patrons. ⏩For more information about OPA and to submit a complaint, visit chicagoparkdistrict.com/opa.

Watch the @ChicagoParks monthly Board of Commissioners meeting LIVE at bit.ly/CPrkDBoardMeet…, starting at 9 am.

Browse & apply today at chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs.

Job-seeking Chicagoans, ages 16+, there are a variety of employment opportunities available to you at @ChicagoParks! Find a job that suits your interests, schedule & experience levels. Follow the link in comments to browse our job openings & apply today!▶️youtu.be/hduditrfKjw?si…

Spring into new hobbies & friendships with @ChicagoParks Spring Programs! 🌻 Registration is open for parks west of California Ave., & will be available for parks east of California Ave. starting tomorrow, Mar. 10 at 9am. Follow the link chicagoparkdistrict.com/spring-2026-pr… to learn more.