Special Events Information
Most Park District hosted events are FREE; however, some events do require a nominal fee to assist in covering direct costs. This will be indicated only on the events where a fee is mentioned. Some events also require pre-registration. This will be indicated by a register by date. We hope to see you at one of these great and exciting events! Questions, please call (847) 360-4700.
With the support of many local businesses and organizations, Waukegan Park District events and programs offer the community exceptional leisure opportunities for the individual and families. We invite you or your business to become a sponsor today.
Please click here to find out more information or call (847) 360-4700.
Howard Ganster Pool Opens for the Season!
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2009
Time: 12- 7pm
Location: Belvidere Park
Ages: All
Cost: before 5pm - $4.00, after 5pm - $3.00
See Brochure pages for more details for Ganster Pool hours, fees and classes!
Click to view Opening Day flyer
Click to view Swim Lesson flyer
Click to view 4th of July at the Pool flyer
American Independence Festivities
This year's theme is Progress in Motion!
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Location: Bowen Park
Parade Route: Sheridan Road
Cost: FREE
American Independence Parade starts at 1pm and follows Sheridan Road north to Greenwood Ave.
American Independence Festival,which runs from 2:30 - 5pm in Bowen Park,
includes a petting zoo, climbing wall,
dunk tank, children’s stage,
main stage, skate park expo,
food vendors, arts and crafts and children’s games. Food vendors start selling at 11:30am.
American Independence Festivities - Parade Winners Announced! Click here to view.
Tanabata
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Time: 12-1pm and 6-7pm
Location: Lilac Cottage, Bowen Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free
The Waukegan Park District’s Cultural Arts Division is celebrating the Japanese Star Festival. Tanabata takes place on the 7th day of the 7th month of the year, when according to a legend, two stars, Altair and Vega, usually separated from each other by the Milky Way, are able to meet.
Make a wish for clear weather as you attach your personal wish for the upcoming year to the tree otherwise, Altair and Vega cannot meet.
Registration is not required but you may call 847-360-4740 for further details or if you need a special accommodation for this special event offered at the Bowen Heritage Circle.
Tour of Homes
Date: Sunday, July 12, 2009
Time: 1-5pm
Location: Waukegan History Museum
Ages: All
Cost: $10-Historical Society Members/$12-in advance/$14-day of tour
The Tour of Homes is an annual event and fundraiser for the Waukegan Historical Society. Each year visitors are able to tour featured homes to showcase the beauty of Waukegan. This year's tour includes: 2230 Chestnut St., 218 Gillett Ave., 433 Gillett Ave., 921 Rogers Ct., 922 Rogers Ct., and the Waukegan History Museum! Call 847-360-4740 for more information.
Click to view flyer from Summer Brochure
Youth Triathlon
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2009
Time: 9:30am-12pm
Location: Ganster Pool
Ages: 5-12
Cost: $10/$12
Participants will compete in a 25 yard swim, a 1 mile bike ride and a half-mile run. The events are broken into heats and are not continuous. Top three finishers in each age category will receive medals. The categories are: 5-6 years, 7-8 years, 9-10 years and 11-12 years. Register by 7/11. Day of the event check-in is in front of Ganster Pool at 9:30am. for more information, please call (847) 3604700.
Click to view flyer from Summer Brochure
Mini-Masters Golf Tournament
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2009
Time:
Location: Greenshire Golf Course
Ages: 4-12 years
Cost: $10 (4, 5 & 6 years) 3 holes /$12 (7, 8 & 9 years) - 6 holes /$15 (10, 11 &12) - 9 holes
All amateur golfers 12 & under wanted for this year's Mini-Masters Tournament.
Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult, but not assisted. Entrance fee covers green fees, handouts and lunch. Medals are awarded to top finishers. Players supply their own clubs, limited sets available. Call Bonnie Brook Golf Course for more information (847) 360-4730.
Click to view flyer from Summer Brochure
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
| Event Dates | |
| Polar Bear Plunge | January 1, 2010 |
| Winterfest | TBA 2010 |
| Eggstravaganza | TBA 2010 |
| Very Special Arts Festival | May 1 , 2009 |
| Dandelion Wine Fine Arts Festival | June 6, 2009 |
| Fishing Derby | June 6, 2009 |
| Partners in Parks Golf Outing | June 26, 2009 |
| American Independence Festivities | June 28, 2009 |
| Tour of Homes | July 12, 2009 |
| Youth Triathlon | July 18, 2009 |
| Mini-Masters Golf Tournament | July 25, 2009 |
| NFL Punt, Pass & Kick | TBD September 2009 |
| Oakwood Cemetery Walk | TBD September 2009 |
| Worldwide Day of Play | TBD September 2009 |
| Child Safety Day | TBD October 2009 |
| Halloweenfest | October 31, 2009 |
| Turkey Trot | November 14, 2009 |
