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 […]

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 […]

$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, […]

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

Hot Wheels Classic and All Stars

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

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 – $25

Lucky Charms Scavenger Hunt

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 […]

Free

Running o’ the Green 8K

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

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 […]

Irish Tea

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

Enjoy a spot o’ tea before heading to the Irish Parade at the VVAC! Located a block off of the parade route, the Vogt Visual Arts Center is decked out […]

Free

Shake the Shamrock!

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

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 […]

$30 – $39

Scholastic Book Fair

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

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 […]

Free

Jelly Bean Contest

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

From March 28 through April 17, stop in the Rec Center to guess how many jelly beans are in the jar. Prizes are awarded to the children whose guess is […]

Free