Fall Arts & Crafts Fair

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

Find home decor, wall art, yard decorations, baked goods and other hand crafted treasures! Admission is free to the public.

Free

“In the Shadows” Open Art Show Reception

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

Gallery will be open from October 8 - 31, 2024 The reception is Saturday, October 12, 1:00 - 3:00 pm at our Vogt Visual Arts Center!

Monster Mash Dance

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

Join us for a family-friendly Halloween Dance. There will be a DJ spinning spooktacular tunes, a Haunted House inflatable for those who dare, snacks, crafts, games and so much more! This is a family dance and every person over age 2 must register for the fun! Activity #311034

$15 – $20

Witches & Wizards Workshop

McCarthy Park 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

Join The Playhouse Theater staff for an evening of spellbinding fun! Dress up as your favorite witch or wizard and learn the art of potion making, create your own wand, learn spells, paint a dragon egg and more! Instructor: Christina Halleran Fees: $30 R / $35 NR Activity #309201-A

$30 – $35

Pumpkin Plunge

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

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

$8 – $18

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, November 28. Contest is open to children ages 4-13 years old. The best picture in each age group receives a goodie bag and the winning […]

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 […]

Event Series Kidz Theater Presents: Thumbelina

Kidz Theater Presents: Thumbelina

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

Once there was a girl no taller than a thumb; her name was Thumbelina. This wonderfully imaginative production takes us into Thumbelina’s world fraught with dangers for one so small. A water rat named Walter and an unpleasant family of toads are determined to capture her. Plus, a grumpy old mole thinks she’ll make a […]

Event Series Kidz Theater Presents: Thumbelina

Kidz Theater Presents: Thumbelina

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

Once there was a girl no taller than a thumb; her name was Thumbelina. This wonderfully imaginative production takes us into Thumbelina’s world fraught with dangers for one so small. A water rat named Walter and an unpleasant family of toads are determined to capture her. Plus, a grumpy old mole thinks she’ll make a […]

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 […]

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! 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 […]

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

Children’s Theater Presents: Bad Auditions by Bad Actors

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

Newbie director Carol has one day to find the leads for a community theater production of Romeo and Juliet. What seems like a simple task proves impossible when the pool of auditioners includes extreme method actors, performers who don't know how to channel their rage and one woman who may think she's a cat. This […]

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!

Children’s Theater Presents: Bad Auditions by Bad Actors

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

Newbie director Carol has one day to find the leads for a community theater production of Romeo and Juliet. What seems like a simple task proves impossible when the pool of auditioners includes extreme method actors, performers who don't know how to channel their rage and one woman who may think she's a cat. This […]

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! Fees: $5 R / $10 NR Activity #312113-B

$5 – $10

Children’s Theater Presents: Bad Auditions by Bad Actors

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

Newbie director Carol has one day to find the leads for a community theater production of Romeo and Juliet. What seems like a simple task proves impossible when the pool of auditioners includes extreme method actors, performers who don't know how to channel their rage and one woman who may think she's a cat. This […]

Teen Theater Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hallow

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

America’s first great ghost story, Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, follows the quirky and superstitious antics of schoolmaster Ichabod Crane, who is haunted by the dreaded Headless Horseman. This imaginative adaptation stays true to the world that Irving created in his American gothic tale but adds a lyrical quality that further enhances the […]

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 person. Kids under 12 months are free (does not include food or prizes). Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center Fees: $18 R / $23 NR Activity […]

$18 – $23