Waukegan Park District | 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.
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Event Dates
Girls on the Run	September 14 - November 11
NFL Punt, Pass & Kick	September 18, 2010
K9 Trace & Pace	September 18, 2010
Oakwood Cemetery Walk	September 25, 2010
Worldwide Day of Play	September 25, 2010
Child Safety Day	October 9, 2010
Halloweenfest	October 30, 2010
Turkey Trot	November 13, 2010
Joseph A. Favero Memorial Do It Yourself Messiah and Carol Sing-Along	December 18, 2010
Polar Bear Plunge	January 1, 2011
Father Daughter Date Night	TBA February 2011

Girls on the Run Educating and preparing girls ages 8-12 for a lifetime of self respect and healthy living. This program is help September 14 - November 11. Click here for flyer.

Punt, Pass and Kick Come join us a Victory Park on Saturday, September 18 at 10am to test your football talents. This is a free event for children 8-15 years of age. Get a shot at competing at Soldier Field. Click here for flyer.

K9 TRACE & PACE
Bring your Dog to the park to raise money for outdoor Agility equipment for the Callahan-Franklin Dog Exercise Area! Please join us on September 18 at Bevier Park for the K9 Trace & Pace fundraiser. The fun begins at 12pm and will conclude at 3pm. Microchip insertion is administered by the Beach Park Animal Hospital for a $18 fee, but worth a $42 value! Proceeds will go towards enhancing the Callahan-Franklin Dog Exercise Area and the Beach Park Animal Hospital Pet Fund, to help pet rescues! Click here for more information.

Oakwood Cemetery Walk This year's event features 5 different profiles from Waukegan's past. Come join us on Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 12-4pm. Click here for flyer. Fees: $3 in advance, $5 day of event.

Worldwide Day of Play Kids and Families come to the Field House SPorts and Fitness Center on SAturday, September 25, 2010 from 11am - 2pm for GO Healthy activities. Click here for flyer.

Child Safety Day Come to the Belvidere Recreation Center on Saturday, October 9, 2010 to learn what to do if you child is lost. You can also fingerprint your child and purchase an ID card. Other activities include visiting the Waukegan Safety House and meeting local firefighters and police officers. Click here for flyer.

Halloweenfest Experience our famous haunted trail, enchanted walk, games and and other great activities on Saturday, October 30, 2010 from 3-8pm. Click here for flyer.

Turkey Trot Run, trot or gobble your way to winning a turkey on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at 10am. Fee: 2 cans of non-perishable food items. Click here for flyer.

The Waukegan Park District presents The Joseph A. Favero Memorial Do It Yourself Messiah and Carol Sing-Along This year's event will be held on Saturday, December 18, 2010 at the First United Methodist Church in Waukegan at 7pm. $15 general admission. Click here for flyer.