Arts Park

Ben Diamond Park 2413 Sunset Avenue, Waukegan, IL

The Waukegan Park District’s Arts Park Program will be on the road bringing free arts and crafts to parks and events in Waukegan. Participants will have the opportunity to create art, including drawings, paintings, crafts, mosaics, sculptures, and more! The Arts Park Program began in 2011 and creates free art experiences throughout parks in the […]

Ice Cream Social & Scavenger Hunt

Corrine J. Rose Park 412 S. Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, Illinois

The Waukegan Park District is hosting an Ice Cream Social & Scavenger Hunt on Friday, June 21, 2024 and Friday, July 19, 2024 from 6:30pm to 8pm. For more information, contact Julia Sanchez at jrsanchez@waukeganparks.org or (847) 360-4707.

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

Arts Park

Hinkston Park 810 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District’s Arts Park Program will be on the road bringing free arts and crafts to parks and events in Waukegan. Participants will have the opportunity to create art, including drawings, paintings, crafts, mosaics, sculptures, and more! The Arts Park Program began in 2011 and creates free art experiences throughout parks in the […]

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

A Million Miles Away (PG) at Diversity Park

Diversity Park 4499 W Hill Avenue, Waukegan, IL

The Waukegan Park District will be hosting a movie screening of A Million Miles Away (PG) on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at dusk (approximately 8:32pm) at Diversity Park located at 4499 W. Hill Avenue. All movies will begin at approximately sunset. Attendees are encouraged to bring snacks, blankets, chairs, and picnic gear to enjoy the […]

American Independence Parade

Sheridan Road Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL

Join us for a Star-Spangled celebration! The Waukegan Park District’s American Independence Parade will be held on Sunday, June 30, 2024, stepping off at 1pm from Franklin Street and Sheridan Road traveling north to Jack Benny Drive and Sheridan Road. The Grand Marshal will be State Senator Adriane Johnson.

Free

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

Arts Park

Bowen Park 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District’s Arts Park Program will be on the road bringing free arts and crafts to parks and events in Waukegan. Participants will have the opportunity to create art, including drawings, paintings, crafts, mosaics, sculptures, and more! The Arts Park Program began in 2011 and creates free art experiences throughout parks in the […]

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

Wonka (PG) at Bowen Park

Bowen Park 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District will be hosting a movie screening of A Wonka (PG) on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at dusk (approximately 8:27 pm) at Bowen Park located at 1800 N. Sheridan Rd All movies will begin at approximately sunset. Attendees are encouraged to bring snacks, blankets, chairs, and picnic gear to enjoy the outdoor […]

Arts Park

Diversity Park 4499 W Hill Avenue, Waukegan, IL

The Waukegan Park District’s Arts Park Program will be on the road bringing free arts and crafts to parks and events in Waukegan. Participants will have the opportunity to create art, including drawings, paintings, crafts, mosaics, sculptures, and more! The Arts Park Program began in 2011 and creates free art experiences throughout parks in the […]

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

2024 Community Yard Sale

Bowen Park 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL, United States

Antiques, toys, clothes, and more! The Waukegan Park District is hosting a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 9am to 2pm at Bowen Park, located at 1800 N. Sheridan Road. Stop by to shop! More information is available here. For more information, contact Jen Dumas at jdumas@waukeganparks.org.

Arts Park

Corrine J. Rose Park 412 S. Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, Illinois

The Waukegan Park District’s Arts Park Program will be on the road bringing free arts and crafts to parks and events in Waukegan. Participants will have the opportunity to create art, including drawings, paintings, crafts, mosaics, sculptures, and more! The Arts Park Program began in 2011 and creates free art experiences throughout parks in the […]

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8am to 9am at Stiner Pavilion, located at the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages […]

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

The Marvels (PG-13) at Country Lane Park

Country Lane Park 3353 Country Lane, Waukegan, IL

The Waukegan Park District will be hosting a movie screening of The Marvels (PG-13) on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at dusk (approximately 8:16 pm) at Country Lane Park located at 3353 Country Lane. Attendees are encouraged to bring snacks, blankets, chairs, and picnic gear to enjoy the outdoor movie. In case of inclement weather, movies […]

Arts Park

Yeoman Park 1535 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, United States

The Waukegan Park District’s Arts Park Program will be on the road bringing free arts and crafts to parks and events in Waukegan. Participants will have the opportunity to create art, including drawings, paintings, crafts, mosaics, sculptures, and more! The Arts Park Program began in 2011 and creates free art experiences throughout parks in the […]

Zumba at the Park

Corrine J. Rose Park 412 S. Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, Illinois

Be fit and have fun! The Waukegan Park District is hosting a free Zumba at the Park on Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 8am to 9am at Corrine J. Rose Park. Preregistration is not required for this free family event. For more information, contact Cindy Zamudio at czamudio@waukeganparks.org or (847) 782-3624.

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

2024 Touch a Truck and Waukegan Night Out

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

The Waukegan Park District and Waukegan Police Department are partnering to host the 2024 Touch a Truck and Waukegan Night Out on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 5pm to 8pm at the Waukegan Municipal Beach, located at 201 E. Seahorse Drive. Attendees of all ages will have the opportunity to see, touch, and explore trucks, […]

Free

Wish (PG) at Waukegan Municipal Park

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

The Waukegan Park District will be hosting a free movie screening of Wish (PG) on Friday, August 9, 2024. All movies will begin at dusk (approximately 8pm). Attendees are encouraged to bring snacks, blankets, chairs, bug spray and picnic gear to enjoy the outdoor movie. In case of inclement weather, movies will be postponed to […]

Roosevelt Park Renovation Public Input Meeting

Roosevelt Park 520 S. McAlister Avenue, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District is hosting a Roosevelt Park Renovation Public Input Meeting on Monday, August 12, 2024 from 5pm to 6:30pm at Roosevelt Park, located at 520 S. McAlister Avenue.  Staff will be seeking input from the community regarding the planned renovation of the park.

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

24th Annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival

Bowen Park 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 24th Annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 11am to 4:51pm at Bowen Park, located 1800 N. Sheridan Road. The festival celebrates Ray Bradbury with arts and music. Art vendors, including painters, sculptors, and photographers, will have their art for […]

Back to School Family Splash Bash

SplashZone 416 S. Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District is hosting a Back to School Family Splash Bash on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 1pm to 3pm at the SplashZone, located at 416 S. Lewis Avenue in Corrine J. Rose Park. For $10/$14 per family, participants will enjoy snacks, water fun, prizes, and games. Preregistration is preferred. For more information, […]

$10 – $14

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

2024 Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz

Pollinator Park 3552 Winhaven Drive, Waukegan, United States

The Waukegan Parks Foundation is partnering with the Waukegan Park District to host the Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz on Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 9am to 11am at Pollinator Park, located at 3552 Winhaven Drive. Organized by the National Recreation and Park Association and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation, the free educational event will emphasize the […]

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

9th Annual George Bridges 5K Run/Walk

Hinkston Park 810 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District will host the 9th Annual George Bridges 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 9am to 11am at Hinkston Park, located at 810 Baldwin Avenue. In its ninth year, the event will have a superhero theme. For an entry fee of $34, participants will receive a race packet and a […]

$34

Zumba Fitness Night: Celebrating Latin Hits

Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center 800 Baldwin Avenue, Waukegan, IL, United States

Be fit and have fun! The Waukegan Park District is hosting  Zumba Fitness Night: Celebrating Latin Hits on Monday, September 16, 2024 from 6pm to 7pm at the Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center, located at 800 N. Baldwin Avenue in Hinkston Park. Preregistration is not required for this free family event. For more […]

Free

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

2024 Community Recycling Event

Park Maintenance Facility 2211 Ernie Krueger Road, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District is partnering with the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) and the City of Waukegan to host a Community Recycling Event on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 9am to 12pm at the Park Maintenance Facility, located at 2211 Ernie Krueger Circle. Confidential document shredding will also be available (four (4) […]

Yoga at the Beach

Waukegan Municipal Beach 201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Join your friends and neighbors for Yoga at the Beach, taking place on Saturdays from 8-9am at Stiner Pavilion, located on the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Brought to you by the Waukegan Park District and the City of Waukegan, bring a mat and any additional yoga materials you may need. All levels and ages are welcome!

2024 Mom & Son Superhero Party

Jane Addams Center 95 Jack Benny Dr, Waukegan, IL, United States

Supermoms and supersons assemble for the most super party of the year! The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 2024 Mom & Son Superhero Party on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 11am to 1pm at the Jane Addams Center, located at 95 Jack Benny Drive in Bowen Park. For more information, please contact Jonathan Cochrane […]

$13 – $15

2024 GO WAUKEGAN Zombie Walk

Hinkston Park 810 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 2024 GO WAUKEGAN Zombie Walk on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Hinkston Park, located at 810 Baldwin Avenue. The Zombie Walk is a free event intended to encourage the community to walk at least thirty minutes every day. Come in your best zombie look! The outdoor walk is […]

Free

Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night

Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center 800 Baldwin Avenue, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District is hosting a Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 4pm to 6pm at the Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center, located at 800 Baldwin Avenue in Hinkston Park. For $10/$14 per family, participants will enjoy snacks, swimming, prizes, and games. Preregistration is preferred. For […]

$10 – $14

2024 Halloween Trick or Treat Trail

Bowen Park 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL, United States

Celebrate Halloween with the Waukegan Park District at the 2024 Halloween Trick or Treat Trail on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 1pm to 3pm at Bowen Park, located at 1800 N. Sheridan Road. The event will feature an enchanted trail with professionally costumed characters. Children will receive candy throughout the trail, while supplies last. The […]

Free

Zumba Fitness Night

Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center 800 Baldwin Avenue, Waukegan, IL, United States

Get moving and grooving with Zumba!

Free

2024 Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Celebration

Jack Benny Center for the Arts 39 Jack Benny Dr, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District and Sugar Skulls Xilotl are partnering to host Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Celebration on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 1pm to 4pm at the Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 Jack Benny Drive in Bowen Park. The free event will feature pan de muerto […]

Free

SOLD OUT: Bowen Park Theatre for Youth presents Aladdin JR. (Friday)

Jack Benny Center for the Arts 39 Jack Benny Dr, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Bowen Park Theatre for Youth presents Aladdin JR. on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 7pm (SOLD OUT), Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 3pm, and Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 3pm (SOLD OUT)) at the Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre in the Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 Jack Benny Drive in Bowen […]

$10

25th Annual Turkey Trot

Waukegan's Greg Petry SportsPark 3391 W. Beach Road, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 25th Annual Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10am at Waukegan’s Greg Petry SportsPark, located at 3391 W. Beach Road. Participants will have the opportunity to compete in races for a chance to win a turkey while helping the community with a canned food drive that […]

Free

SOLD OUT: Bowen Park Theatre for Youth presents Aladdin JR. (Saturday)

Jack Benny Center for the Arts 39 Jack Benny Dr, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Bowen Park Theatre for Youth presents Aladdin JR. on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 7pm (SOLD OUT), Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 3pm (SOLD OUT), and Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 3pm (SOLD OUT)) at the Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre in the Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 Jack Benny Drive […]

$10

SOLD OUT: Bowen Park Theatre for Youth presents Aladdin JR. (Sunday)

Jack Benny Center for the Arts 39 Jack Benny Dr, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Bowen Park Theatre for Youth presents Aladdin JR. on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 7pm (SOLD OUT), Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 3pm, and Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 3pm (SOLD OUT)) at the Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre in the Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 Jack Benny Drive in Bowen […]

$10

Zumba Fitness Night

Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center 800 Baldwin Avenue, Waukegan, IL, United States

Gobble, gobble! The Waukegan Park District is hosting a free Zumba Fitness Night on Monday, November 18, 2024 from 6pm to 7pm at the Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center, located at 800 Baldwin Avenue. Preregistration is not required for this free family event. For more information, go to waukeganparks.org/fitness.

Free

2024 GO WAUKEGAN Winter Hot Chocolate Walk

Jack Benny Plaza

The Waukegan Park District will be hosting the 2024 GO WAUKEGAN Winter Hot Chocolate Walk on Saturday, November 30, 2024 from 4pm to 5pm in Downtown Waukegan starting at the Jack Benny Plaza, located on the southwest corner of Genesee Street and Clayton Street. The walk is a free event intended to encourage the community […]

Free

2024 Joseph A. Favero Memorial Do It Yourself Messiah & Carol Sing-Along

Trapp Auditorium 2325 Brookside Avenue, Waukegan

The Waukegan Symphony Orchestra and Concert Chorus present the Joseph A. Favero Memorial Do It Yourself Messiah & Carol Sing-Along on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 7pm at the Trapp Auditorium, located at 2325 Brookside Avenue on Waukegan High School’s Brookside Campus. The concert will feature the Master Singers of Milwaukee. Purchase your ticket(s) today! […]

Free – $20

Bowen Park Theatre presents A Christmas Carol (Friday)

Jack Benny Center for the Arts 39 Jack Benny Dr, Waukegan, IL, United States

The Bowen Park Theatre presents A Christmas Carol on Friday, December 13, 2024 at 7pm, Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 7pm, and Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 3pm at the Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre in the Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 Jack Benny Drive in Bowen Park. Tickets are $10 per […]

$10