• Commissioners Park Playground Replacement Meeting

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

    Commissioners Park Playground (8139 Hillcrest Ln) is being replaced and we are asking for the public’s input on the design components and colors. An in-person public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7 pm at the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center (8125 W. 171st Street) in the Annette Rickerson Board Room. The meeting […]

  • Daddy-Daughter Date Night

    Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

    Enjoy a night out at the Tinley Junction Miniature Golf Course. Dads bring your daughters out for a special evening for just the two of you. This Daddy-Daughter Date Night […]

    $18 – $23
  • Tinley Junction: Closing Weekend

    Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

    Swing in to say so long, with golf and concession specials!

  • Tinley Junction: Closing Weekend

    Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

    Swing in to say so long, with golf and concession specials!

  • Tinley Junction: Ghostly Golf

    Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

    Come enjoy some Halloween fun on our spooktacular course. Dress in costume for a free frightful treat. Regular golf rates apply!

  • Fall Fest

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

    The leaves are changing, there’s a chill in the air and we are ready to celebrate fall! Families are invited to make a festive scarecrow to take home (we provide […]

    Free
  • Main Stage Improv’s Way Too Early Halloween Show

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

    Do you have your Halloween costume all ready, but no place to go! No Worries! Main Stage Improv’s got you covered! Grab your pumpkin spice latte and get into an […]

  • Giant Garage Sale

    White Water Canyon Parking Lot 8221 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL, United States

    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 […]

    $20 – $26
  • Tinley Junction: Ghostly Golf

    Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

    Enjoy some Halloween fun on our spooktacular course. Dress in costume for a free frightful treat. Regular golf rates apply!

  • Kids in the House Improv Troupe: Tinley Park’s Got Talent

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

    Do you have a talent you want to share? Join us for Tinley Park's Got Talent in front of an audience and a panel of judges. The top three acts […]

  • Tinley Junction: Ghostly Golf

    Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages 16801 S 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, United States

    Enjoy some Halloween fun on our spooktacular course. Dress in costume for a free frightful treat. Regular golf rates apply!

  • 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! […]

    $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, […]

    $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 […]

    $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, […]

  • 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 […]

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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, […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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. […]

  • Holiday Theater Presents: Elf The Musical Jr.

    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 […]

    $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 […]

    $15 – $20
  • Children’s Theater Presents: Bad Auditions by Bad Actors

    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 […]

    $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

    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 […]

  • Children’s Theater Presents: Bad Auditions by Bad Actors

    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! […]

    $5 – $10
  • Children’s Theater Presents: Bad Auditions by Bad Actors

    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

    Teen Theater Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

    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 […]

    $18 – $23
  • Teen Theater Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hallow

    Teen Theater Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

    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 […]

  • Teen Theater Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hallow

    Teen Theater Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

    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 […]

  • Main Stage Improv’s Christmas Spectacular: There’s Snow Place Like Home

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

    The gift of laughter is in stock this holiday season! In this two-hour holiday themed comedy show comprised of fun improv games and sketches, Main Stage Improv spoofs Santa, Gift Giving, Cold Weather, Frosty and everything in between! Rumor has it even old Saint Nick himself may stop by to share in laughs! Can you […]

    $14
  • Summer Job Fair

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

    Looking for a job this summer? We are holding our annual summer job fair on Tuesday, December 17th, from 3:30-6:30pm at our Bettenhausen Rec Center. Positions are available at the Rec Center, the Tinley Junction, the White Water Canyon Water Park, and our Summer Day Camp. Save the date and come out to learn more!

  • 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
  • Winter/Spring Resident Registration

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

    Online begins on Tuesday, January 7 @ 9 am In person and Mail-in begins on Wednesday, January 8 @ 9 am

  • Meeting: Remediate 280 Committee

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

    Find all Remediate 280 Committee meeting agendas and minutes here.

  • Main Stage Improv Presents: “This is the Year We Resolve to Be More Funny!”

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

    You say you want a resolution?! Well, you know, Main Stage improv resolves to kick off the 2025 comedy season with a two-hour show of ALL NEW improv games! Main Stage Improv performs a unique laugh-out loud show of Improv games in the style of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" Interactive, non-stop, high energy show […]

  • Community Theater Auditions: The Philadelphia Story

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

    Calling all actors and actresses! Come audition for our our 18+ production of "The Philadelphia Story" Synopsis: Tracy Lord, of the Philadelphia Lords, is a headstrong and spoiled daughter of the privileged class. Divorced from C.K. Dexter Haven, she plans to wed a successful young snob. At the family estate, Tracy's wedding weekend grows more […]

  • Photo Contest

    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 […]

    Free
  • Youth Theater Auditions

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

    Come out to the Tinley Park Performing Arts Center to audition for this season's slate of productions with The Playhouse Theater! We have 4 productions that will be auditioning on this day: Kidz Theater presents: The Taming of the Shoe (ages 5-9) Auditions run from 9:00-10:30am Children's Theater presents: The Wizard of Oz (ages 11-17) […]

  • 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