Special Event

It's time to sell your difficult-to-part-with treasures before the holidays! The event is held in the White Water Canyon Parking Lot. Exhibits are open to the shopping public at no charge. If you would like to be an exhibitor, register early! The Park District provides advertising and a selling space.

Spaces are roughly 8 feet by 6 feet, if you feel you need more space, please secure an additional spot. Any space in the middle of a room cannot have a display over 5 feet, so please make sure you request a wall space if you feel your display is too high. A limited number […]

Get ready for a fun, Halloween-themed sip-and-paint experience where guests bring their own wine and snacks while decorating their own wine glasses. All supplies are provided, and each guest leaves with personalized keepsakes. Come ready to relax, get creative and enjoy a spooky night out. Age: 21+

When black cat’s prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween. Come join us at Tinley Fitness for a spooky afternoon of plunging into our pumpkin patch pool. Splashing around to spooky tunes, get ready for some pumpkin picking, treats, games and more!

Grab your flashlights, don your costumes and get ready for a frightfully fun night! The spirits of the season are out in the great outdoors as we walk through Vogt Woods reading a special Halloween Story along the way. Every few pages tricks and treats are collected, a bag is provided. Wear appropriate gear and […]

Awards are given for first, second and third place runners in all age categories, male and female, based on chip timing. An award is given to the best overall resident and non-resident male and female runner. Pre-registration closes Wednesday, Oct 28 at 3p. Registration reopens at 7 am on race day. Packet pick-up is held […]

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 2 through 30 in the lobby of the Bettenhausen Recreation Center. Don’t forget to include your full name and address for Santa so he can reply to their […]

Showcase Your Creativity at Our Fall Arts Show! Calling all artists with disabilities! We are inviting individuals of all ages to participate in our Fall Arts Show by displaying and selling their handmade artwork and creative projects. Whether you paint, draw, craft, create jewelry, ceramics, woodworking or other unique pieces, we would love to feature […]

All of 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!