Tinley Park, Illinois:
June 17, 2023
Fishing Derby
Saturday, 9:00 – 11:00 am
Event Day Fee: $10 R / $13 NR
Centennial Park Lake, 167th at Parliament Avenue, Tinley Park
708-342-4255
Come on down to the watering hole and bring your favorite poles and pals for this catch-and-release fishing derby! Prizes are awarded for the largest fish and the most fish caught in each age category. Bring your own fishing gear! Prize age categories are 2-6; 7-10; 11-13 and 14-16. An adult must accompany all children under age 12 and under. The event is held rain or shine! Thank you to our event sponsors: Fishing Connection, Anglers Outlet, Peritus Renovations & Installation, Freddie Bear Sports and Bass Pro Shops. Free giveaways and games from attending sponsors.
July 1, 2023
Stars & Stripes 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, 8:00 am
Fee: $16 without shirt / $22 with shirt (Pre-registration)
$30 with or without shirt, if available (Race Day)
Register online at tinleyparkdistrict.org or Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W. 171st St, Tinley Park McCarthy Park, 16801 S 80th Avenue, Tinley Park
708-342-4200
Start your holiday celebrations with an exhilarating 5K run or walk at McCarthy Park! For over 30 years, Tinley Park-Park District has kicked off the 4th of July with this event. The top three male and female in each category based on chip timing are rewarded with medals. Awards also presented to the overall best male and female resident and non-resident! Early registration ends June 28 at 3:00 pm. Race day registration opens at 7:00 am.
July 15, 2023
Chalk the Walk
Saturday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
FREE
Community Park, 8125 W. 171st Street, Tinley Park
708-342-4200
Join us for this fun public art experience at Tinley Park-Park District’s Chalk the Walk event. The District provides the chalk and sidewalk surrounding Community Park, White Water Canyon and The Band Shell. You add your art and positive messages! July 15 celebrates the fifth year of Unplug Illinois Day, an Illinois Parks and Recreation Association statewide initiative to encourage people to put down their electronics and visit the parks! The Park District event includes fun games, artsy crafts, free raffles and more. Be sure to grab the free goody bag filled with unplugged fun for families! Why not bring along a picnic and enjoy an afternoon in the park!
The Tinley Park-Park District is committed to creative recreational programming, quality recreational facilities and parks, and outstanding customer service to enhance the quality of life in Tinley Park. Learn more about the Park District’s programs and amenities at www.tinleyparkdistrict.org.
