Special Event

When black cat’s prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween. Join us at Tinley Fitness for a spooky afternoon plunging into our pumpkin patch pool and splashing to spooky tunes. Get ready for pumpkin picking, treats, games and more! Pre-registration is required. Activity # 312113-A Fee: $8 R / $18 NR

Grab your flashlights, don your costumes and get ready for a frightfully fun night! Find the spirits of the season out in great outdoors as we stroll through Vogt Woods reading a special Halloween story along the way. Wear appropriate gear and shoes for a walk in the woods.

Due to the large volume of Christmas mail last year, the Tinley Park-Park District is helping deliver mail to the North Pole. Santa’s mailbox is available November 1 through 19 in the lobby of the Bettenhausen Recreation Center. Don’t forget to include child's full name and address for Santa so he can reply to their […]

Pre-Registration closes Oct 31 at 3 pm Packet pickup is Nov 2 from 8 am to 2 pm at the Recreation Center Registration and pre-registration pick up will open again at 7 am on race day at Vogt Woods Fees: $30 with shirt $22 without shirt $45 Race Day  

All our favorite princesses are cordially invited to a spectacular royal event. Come dressed in your favorite princess outfit to enjoy a delightful pancake breakfast. This magical morning is filled with fairytales, crafts, games and other princess activities. Drop off your princesses for a fairy-tastic time! Ages: 3-8 Activity # 311029-A Fee: $18 R / […]

Ho! Ho! Ho! The Park District has made special arrangements for children ages 4 -10 to receive a call from Santa Claus. Calls are made starting December 1st between 5 and 8pm, until all calls are made. Participants must register at the Park District office between November 15 and 30 by completing one of Santa’s […]

Don’t miss your chance to visit with Santa and have your picture taken with him! Fee must be paid day of and before the photos are taken. Please bring cash, a check or debit/credit card. Reserve your time by calling Debbie Maloney 708-342-4202 or emailing debbie.maloney@tinleyparkdistrict.org. Appointments are scheduled every 3 minutes starting at 10am […]

Enter the Disguise the Elf Contest! Help disguise our Elf friend, so he is not seen! We want to see the most creative decorated elves we ever laid eyes on! Use your imagination and make an outfit or a disguise, glitter, feathers, fabric, the sky's the limit! Pick up the paper elf that is to […]

Santa’s reindeer are busy training for the big night. Join us as we get in shape too! We warm up with fun fitness activities then head to the indoor track for our dash with a special visitor to meet the racers at the finish line! Following the dash, runners can enjoy frozen hot chocolate, cookies […]

The gym is transformed into a winter wonderland complete with a DJ spinning holiday tunes, Santa & Mrs. Claus, Rudolph and other friends to dance and take photos with! Nothing says "Frosty" better than building your own ice cream sundae! Enjoy crafts, dancing and games! This is a family fun event and every person over […]

Cinnamon and spice and everything nice goes into our gingerbread houses. You make it even sweeter with candy, decorations and love. Registration is for one house; please register another family member for each additional house you want. Fees: $35 R / $46 NR ACTIVITY #311005-A Time: 9:30a-12p

Start the holiday season having breakfast with Santa! Enjoy breakfast, games, craft s and a special visit from Santa himself! All participants (including adults) must register. The fee is per person. Kids under 12 months are free (does not include food or prizes). Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center Fees: $18 R / $23 NR Activity […]

Let's start the holiday season with tasty treats and fun activities for the whole family! A visit from Mrs. Claus makes it even sweeter! This is a family event, everyone in the family must be registered. The fee is per person. Kids under 12 months are free (does not include food or prizes). Fees: $18 […]

ALL photos MUST  be taken at the  Tinley Park-Park District (parks, activities, special events, or facilities). All submissions must be emailed to Bailey Hecker at Bhecker@tinleyparkdistrict.org. Each submission must include […]

Dad, take your little sweetheart to our Valentine’s Dance. Enjoy crafts, a slice of pizza, dancing and much more! Each couple receives one complimentary picture done by a photographer. Additional packages available to purchase. Each person over age two attending must register! No registrations accepted on the night of the event. Fees: $18 R / […]

Visit our preschool rooms at both our locations! Meet our staff ! We're ready to answer your questions! Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W. 171st Street 10 am - 12 pm Vogt Woods Building 6527 West 171st Street 11 am - 1 pm

Come take a sneak peak of what fun things we have planned for Camp 2025! Meet our Camp Director and Site Directors who oversee Tot Camp (ages 3-5), Day Camp at McCarthy Park and Vogt Woods (grades 1st-7th) as well as Teen Camp (grades 7-9). Ask questions and get ready for a Summer of fun! […]

Tinley Fitness welcomes our members and their sweethearts to an afternoon of family fun! Share the love with your little Valentines as you splash away the day! Members of Tinley Fitness are free and can bring three guests for a fee. Fees: $5 R / $8 NR ACTIVITY #112113-A  

Hot Wheels Classic Bring your fastest Hot Wheels or Matchbox car and compete for the ‘big prize’. Includes refreshments. *Please Note: All children must be accompanied by an adult. Fees: $18 R / $25 NR ACTIVITY #111700-A Time: 5-6p Age: 3-6 Hot Wheels All Stars We are looking for the best of the best to […]

Find the Lucky Charms before they lose their magic! Lucky the Leprechaun has visited some Tinley Park - Park District Facilities and Parks and set up a scavenger hunt just for you! Wear your green and have fun finding the Lucky Charms! Activities include a self-paced scavenger hunt with clues to find the Lucky Charms. […]

Pre-registration closes Feb 27th at 3 pm. Registration reopens at 7 am on race day. Packet pick-up is held on Sat. March 1st from 8 am to 2 pm at the Recreation Center. Green attire is encouraged for the race! Awards can be picked up from the Recreation Center beginning Monday, March 3rd after 12pm […]

Come and join us for a wee bit of o’ fun! Activities include St. Patrick’s Day themed snacks, crafts and games. We also make homemade Shamrock Shakes. Make sure to wear green! Fees: $30 R / $39 NR ACTIVITY #111020-A Age: 6-11 Fees: $30 R / $39 NR

Instill a love of reading with the Scholastic Book Fair because reading can take you anywhere! We have a variety of preschool and youth books as well as special items for sale. Find a new series to love or pick up a tried and true classic you will discover again. While you are here, check […]

Shoppers - This fair highlights many of the talented crafters in the community. Exhibits are open to the public at no charge and feature all handmade items. Vendors - We only allow vendors to showcase their handmade items. If you would like to be an exhibitor you can purchase spaces online or in person. Spaces […]

Have a pawesome time with your pooch at this doggone fun event. This FREE event is open to the public. Dogs who threaten/show aggression toward other dogs/owners will be asked to leave. This is a great time to check out Canine Campus before you purchase a membership.  

Spend some time with mom to celebrate her for Mother's Day! A fun day filled with painting nails, crafts, a small lunch and much more! Memories to last a lifetime! Registration is per person. Activity #111017-A Fees: $18 R / $23 NR Ages: 3+ with adult

Calling all super sons and super moms...don't miss this amazing night! Dress up as your favorite super hero and show off your legendary powers! This Mother & Son Superhero night includes dinner and a whole lot of fantastic fun! Fee is per person and all must register. No registrations accepted the day of the event. […]

Bring your favorite poles and pals down to the watering hole for our catch-and-release fishing derby! Prizes for the largest fish and the most fish caught in each age category. Bait generously donated by Fishing Connection and Anglers Outlet in Tinley Park. Free giveaways and games from attending sponsors. Event held rain or shine. Bring […]

Aloha! Barbie and her friends are heading to the beach for a sun-filled day of fun activities. Put on your swimsuit, grab your flip-flops and towel and get Barbie ready for the social event of the summer! You, Barbie and your friends cool off with water fun and relax with summer refreshments and light snacks. […]

Have a ROAR-SOME summer night at our Thursday's at Jurassic Park Concert and Movie Series! Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us at The Band Shell sponsored by Republic Bank located on the east side of Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center. Thursdays from June 19 through August 7, we feature bands, movies and special […]

Awards given for first, second and third place in each age category. The best overall resident and non-resident male and female runner also receive an award. Pre-registration closes Wednesday, June 25 at 3 pm. Registration reopens at 7 am on race day. Packet pick-up is held on Friday, June 27 from 8am-2pm at the Recreation […]

The Village of Tinley Park and the Tinley Park Park District are hosting a joint Independence Day Celebration from 4 to 10 p.m. Friday, July 4 at McCarthy Park, 16801 S. 80th Ave., Tinley Park. Festivities will kick off with live music by Five Guys Named Moe at 4 p.m. and Spoken Four at 6:40 […]

Have a ROAR-SOME summer night at our Thursday's at Jurassic Park Concert and Movie Series! Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us at The Band Shell sponsored by Republic Bank located on the east side of Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center. Thursdays from June 19 through August 7, we feature bands, movies and special events […]