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.
Date: September 5, 2008
Age: 8 – 15 yrs
Hours of Event: 6:00 pm
Location: Victory Park
Reg by: September 4, 2008
Get a shot at competing at Solider Field! Join us at Victory Park and test your football talents. The competition is split into separate divisions for boys and girls. So come ready to display your throwing, kicking and punting talents for this fun event. This is a FREE Event.
Date: September 27, 2008
Hours of Event: 12 – 4 pm
Location: Bowen Park and Oakwood Cemetery
Estimated Attendance: 400
Oakwood Cemetery Walk, an annual free event began in 1995, takes the participants through the city cemetery (1851). Visitors to Oakwood have been taken back to a time and place that has ranged from pre- Civil War to as recent as 1979. Four to six“residents” are portrayed by local “actors” each year. There has always been diversity among the characters portrayed. Finding information about women and minorities has been challenging but rewarding. The cemetery walk has featured the first female physician in Waukegan and George Washington Bell, a former slave turned Union soldier. This annual event is a cooperative program between the Waukegan Park District, City of Waukegan, and the Waukegan Historical Society. Please call 847-360-4740 for further information.
Date: September 27, 2008
Hours of Event: 11 am – 2 pm
Location: Field House Sports and Fitness Center at Hinkston Park
The World Wide Day of Play is an annual celebration sponsored by Nickelodeon that promotes active play for kids in which the entire network goes “dark” from 11:00am-2:00pm to encourage kids to “get out and play” in efforts to fight childhood obesity. The Field House Sports and Fitness Center at Hinkston Park is hosting World Wide Day of Play from 11:00am-2:00pm for kids of all ages. Organized games and contests such as dodge ball, volleyball, and basketball will be set up in the gym. There will also be a Jump Rope Contest, Cup Stacking, and Free Throw Competition, along with supervised open Climbing Wall during the entire event! This day of fun is FREE for anyone who wants to participate! Stop by the Field House Sports and Fitness Center Hinkston Park or call (847) 782-3300 for more information.
Date: October 11, 2008
Age: Parent/Child
Hours of Event: 2 – 3:30 pm
Location: Belvidere Recreation Center
Fee: FREE – (Optional ID Card $5)
Reg by: October 4, 2008
Your child is extremely important to you. In this day and age, you need to be informed and take precautions. You will be informed on what to do if your child is lost, whom you would need to call and what you should do. We will offer you the opportunity to have your child fingerprinted, receive an identification card, see a K-9 demonstration, and experience the Fire Department Fire Safety House. This day will be informative and could be one of the bet safety precautions you take!
Date: October 25, 2008
Hours of Event: 3 - 8 pm
Location: Bowen Park
Halloweenfest is sure to entertain and spook you. This festival includes food vendors,family activities, such as the haunted trail walk, haunted house,enchanted walk, magic shows, storytelling by the bonfire, games and prizes for children, train rides in the park, the adrenaline maze and bounce house. Live music will fill the air courtesy of local musicians. If you come dressed in costume you will have the chance to win prizes in our costume contest. Activities are free to the public.
Date: November 15, 2008
Hours of Event: 10 am - 12 pm
Location: Belvidere Park
Fee: Donation of two non-perishable forms
of food or pay one dollar
This event invites children and adults to run, trot, or gobble their way to winning a turkey. The Trot consists of six different races; which vary in length from 5 yards to one mile, depending on age. Registration begins at 9:30 am with the first race beginning at 10 am. Prior to races beginning a warm up session is lead by the Tony the Turkey. Food donations are forwarded to a local food bank. Only Waukegan residents may race to win a turkey. All participants may take part in the turkey drawing at the end of the event.
Date: December 13, 2008
Age: Parent/Child – ages 3-8
Hours of Event: 3:30 – 5 pm
Location: Jane Addams Center
Fee: $5/$6
Reg by: December 2008
Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon this Christmas Holiday. We will share Santa’s favorite snack of milk and cookies, as well as have a visit from Old Saint Nick himself! Each child will receive a Christmas coloring book and crayons. Don’t forget your camera! Registration is required, and the fee covers the cost for one parent and one child.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
| 2009 Event Dates | |
| Polar Bear Plunge | January 1, 2009 |
| Winterfest | January 24, 2009 |
| Eggstravaganza | April 11, 2009 |
| Very Special Arts Festival | April 17, 2009 |
| Dandelion Wine Fine Arts Festival | June 6, 2009 |
| American Independence Parade and Festival | June 28, 2009 |
| Youth Triathlon | TBD July 2009 |