Choo Choo Train Kids Coloring Contest

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

Enter the VVAC “Choo Choo Train” Kids Coloring Contest! Pick up your coloring page starting Monday, October 28 at either VVAC/Bettenhausen Recreational Center front desk. Entries are due by Thursday, […]

Haunted Halloween Storywalk

Vogt Woods 6641 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL, United States

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.

Free

Santa’s Mailbox

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

Turkey Trot 5k

Vogt Woods 6641 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL, United States

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  

Princess and Pancake Party

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 / […]

$18 – $23

High School Art Show

Vogt Visual Arts Center 17420 S 67th Ct, Tinley Park, United States

Calls from Santa

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

Smile with Santa

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

SOLD OUT! Holiday Theater Presents: Elf The Musical Jr.

Tinley Park Performing Arts 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

Buddy, a young orphan, crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is mistakenly taken to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City […]

Disguise the Elf Contest

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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! […]

Free

Rudolph Dash

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

$15 – $20

Winter Wonderland Frosty Fest

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

$15 – $20

Gingy’s Gingerbread House

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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

$35 – $46

VVAC Train Show Reception

Vogt Visual Arts Center 17420 S 67th Ct, Tinley Park, United States

Runs December 7, 2024 to January 25, 2025 Reception: Saturday, December 7, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Visit the Vogt Visual Arts Center facility page to view the exhibition hours!

Summer in December

Tinley Fitness Pool 8125 W. 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL, United States

Grab your Hawaiian shirts and beach bag because Tinley Fitness is celebrating Summer in December! Enjoy bits of summer with family and friends at Tinley Fitness Pool! Pre-Registration is required! […]

$5 – $10

Holly Jolly Hotcakes

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

$18 – $23

Cookies & Crafts with Mrs. Claus

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

$18 – $23

Puzzle Palooza

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

Race against other teams as you compete in putting together a 500 piece puzzle. Teams should consist of two to four participants who work together. Light refreshments and treats are […]

$20 – $26

Daddy/Daughter Dance

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

$18 – $22

Tot Time Open House

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

Free

Summer Camp Preview

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, United States

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 […]

Free

Sweetheart Swim

Tinley Fitness Pool 8125 W. 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL, United States

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 […]

$5 – $8