Building Community with Parks & Recreation

The Waukegan Park District has 51 properties on 740 acres of land with parks, state-of-the-art facilities, and hundreds of events and programs for all. From sports leagues to arts programs, the recreation and leisure opportunities are endless! Access the Discover Your Parks guide to find a park!

Discover Your Parks

Special Recreation Service of Northern Lake County - Waukegan

 Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County (SRSNLC) is an intergovernmental cooperative entity that provides community recreation to persons with disabilities at the Waukegan Park District and the Zion Park District. The Waukegan Park District has been a member park district of SRSNLC since 2000. Their mission is to educate citizens to become responsible, productive, and contributing members of our society by preparing them through recreation in a dynamic and caring environment, promoting enthusiasm, and inviting their participation. 

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Youth Sports Programs

The Waukegan Park District offers a series of youth programs that focus on the fundamentals of each game. Teamwork and sportsmanship are emphasized in the team sports. In all clinics and skills programs, participants learn the rules of the game, practice basic skills and play games to gain experience. All skill levels are welcome!

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Upcoming Events

Apr 28
Tree of Life Pendant The Waukegan Park District is hosting Tree of Life Pendant on Friday, April 28, 2025 from 6pm to 8:30pm at the Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 […]
May 3
2025 Mother-Daughter Tea Party The Waukegan Park District is hosting the Mother-Daughter Tea Party on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 1pm to 2:15pm at the Jane Addams Center, located at 95 Jack Benny Drive […]
May 5
Nature's Classroom Open Hours The Waukegan Park District is hosting free Nature’s Classroom open hours on Monday, May 5, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm, located at 2255 W York House Road in Bevier Park. […]
May 10
Waukegan Concert Chorus presents Solos Sung and Played The Waukegan Concert Chorus presents Solos Sung and Played on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 4pm to 5pm at the Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre in the Jack Benny Center for […]
May 11
Mother's Day Brunch at Bonnie Brook Golf Course Bonnie Brook Golf Course is hosting Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 11, 2025 with reservations available at 11am and 12pm. Enjoy a festive and family-friendly event featuring a delicious […] View Calendar

Latest Press Releases

 Waukegan Park District and Waukegan Historical Society to Host Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie Ribbon Cutting & Opening Ceremony April 21, 2025 Waukegan Park District Recognized with Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada April 15, 2025 Waukegan Park District to Host 27th Annual Eggstravaganza Trail April 14, 2025 Waukegan Park District Opens Registration for Belvidere Explorers Summer Camp April 11, 2025 All Press