Tony Bettenhausen
Recreation Center
- 8125 W 171st St | Tinley Park, IL 60477
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
5:30 AM - 9 PM
Saturday
7 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
7 AM - 4 PM
Closed: Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Christmas Day
7 AM - 2 PM: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve
8 AM - 1 PM: New Year’s Day
Monday through Friday
5:30 AM - 10 PM
Saturday
7 AM - 8 PM
Sunday
7 AM - 5 PM
Closed: Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Christmas Day
7 AM - 2 PM: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve
8 AM - 1 PM: New Year’s Day
Resident ID Required
The FREE Resident ID Card is required for children under age 16 for daily admission. To ensure residency privileges are not abused, all patrons paying for a daily visit to the Water Park or Recreation Center must prove their residency within the Tinley Park-Park District boundaries to receive the discounted resident rate. Children show this card at the Water Park gate or Recreation Center front desk and pay the resident’s daily fee. Report cards and school IDs do not prove residency.Those aged 16 and older use their Driver’s License for identification.
A parent must accompany their child(ren) age 15 and younger to the Recreation Center front desk to obtain the Resident ID Card.
PLEASE NOTE:Â Village/Corporate rates refer to those living within the boundaries of the Village of Tinley Park but outside the boundaries of the Tinley Park-Park District. Proof of residency and/or employment (current check stub) is required.
Indoor Playground
Our indoor playground is open to Tinley Park Residents Monday through Friday from 10 am-4 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am- 3 pm.
Indoor Playground Rules
- Present a valid Drivers License/State Id with a Tinley Park address to sign in at the front desk before entering
- NO food, drinks, gum or strollers are allowed in the playground room. Strollers may be left in the hall.
- For the well-being of others, please refrain from having your ill child play on the equipment
- All open cuts or scrapes must be covered with a bandage
- Please monitor your child when using the restroom
- Parents must supervise their child(ren) at all times and follow additional posted rules
Rental Facilities
The Park District offers many rooms to host your next gathering. Rooms can accommodate your special birthday, anniversary, graduation, retirement party, family reunions, bridal and baby showers or corporate events. Rental requests should be made a minimum of 30 days in advance and can be booked a maximum of 4 months before your event. Full-service kitchen facilities are available with several of the room rentals. Rates begin as low as $50 per hour and will vary depending upon your room selection. Stop at the front desk of the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center for room details and pricing.
Membership
Residents of Tinley Park-Park District can purchase an annual pass to the Bettenhausen Recreation Center, which includes unlimited use of the indoor walking track and basketball courts. Memberships are effective for one year from the date of purchase.
Showing the boundaries
and park amenities
Park District Residents
Village/Corporate Rate
Individual
$45
All household members must have proof of residency.
Household of 2
$75
All household members must have proof of residency.
Household of 3
$105
All household members must have proof of residency.
Household of 4
$135
All household members must have proof of residency.
Each Additional
Member
$30
All household members must have proof of residency.
Senior
Age 60+
$38
All household members must have proof of residency.
Senior Couple
Both Age 60+
$61
All household members must have proof of residency.
Maximum 8 members per household.
Effective January 1, 2020
Daily Drop-In Rates
To receive the $5 resident rate to enter the facility:
- Adults must show either a valid Driver’s License or State ID.
- Children under age 16 must show a Tinley Park-Park District Resident ID Card.
- Non-residents (and those without proper identification) pay a $15 entrance fee and must be accompanied by a resident to enter the facility. One paying guest is allowed per resident/member.
Residents
$5
Village/Corporate
$15
Non-residents
$15 with resident/member
Resident children age 2 & younger
Free
Admission Policies
Fees for admission into the Recreation Center are based on residency. There are two options for admission:
- Drop-in is fee paid per visit**
- Annual Pass (this admission covers use of the basketball court during open gym times, the indoor track, the use of the locker room facilities, children’s play area and the teen activity and game room during scheduled time frames.*)
*Youth under the age of 10 must remain in the
supervision of a parent or adult guardian at all times.
Children’s play area ages 2 – 9.
One paying non-resident guest is allowed per resident/member per visit. All non-resident guests must pay the non-resident drop-in fee.
Residency Requirements
Proof of residency is required by showing a valid Drivers License or State ID and one item listed below:
- Current itemized tax bill
- Current month’s utility bill
- Voter’s registration card
- Vehicle registration
- Birth certificate
Residents under age 16 can receive a FREE Resident ID Card, which can be used to receive the resident drop-in rate at the Rec Center. For more Resident ID Card information, click here.
Calendar of Events
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Independence Day Celebration
Independence Day Celebration
The Village of Tinley Park and the Tinley Park Park District are hosting a joint Independence Day Celebration from 4 to 10 p.m. Friday, July 4 at McCarthy Park, 16801 […]
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Meeting: Remediate 280 Committee
Meeting: Remediate 280 Committee
Find all Remediate 280 Committee meeting agendas and minutes here.
Movie in the Park: Jurassic Park
Movie in the Park: Jurassic Park
Have a ROAR-SOME summer night at our Thursday's at Jurassic Park Concert and Movie Series! Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us at The Band Shell sponsored by […]
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Gazebo Concert @ VVAC – Molly Rose Trio
Gazebo Concert @ VVAC – Molly Rose Trio
Enjoy great music at the VVAC Gazebo Music Series. Bring your chairs or blankets and relax in the evening air.
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Tinley Junction: Unplug Illinois Celebration
Tinley Junction: Unplug Illinois Celebration
Batting tokens $1.00, hot dogs $2.00 and golf for $3.00!
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Tinley Junction: All Star Spectacular
Tinley Junction: All Star Spectacular
Two bonus tokens with all token specials, $1.00 tokens for all paid golfers. Concession Helmet Sundae specials!
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Meeting: Board of Commissioners of Tinley Park-Park District
Meeting: Board of Commissioners of Tinley Park-Park District
Find all meeting agendas, minutes and resolutions here.
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Concert in the Park: Whiskey Road (Country)
Concert in the Park: Whiskey Road (Country)
Have a ROAR-SOME summer night at our Thursday's at Jurassic Park Concert and Movie Series! Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us at The Band Shell sponsored by Republic […]
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Splash at Jurassic Bark
Splash at Jurassic Bark
Celebrate summer with a splash at Canine Campus with a Jurassic Park theme. Our four-legged friends can splash in any of our poochie pools. Other activities include our Jurassic Park […]
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WWC Member Night
WWC Member Night
Season pass members are invited to enjoy a members-only evening full of FUN! The Canyon Cafe will be open and offering some party night specials. This event is free, but […]
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Movie in the Park: Wicked
Movie in the Park: Wicked
Have a ROAR-SOME summer night at our Thursday's at Jurassic Park Concert and Movie Series! Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us at The Band Shell sponsored by […]
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Tinley Junction: Christmas in July
Tinley Junction: Christmas in July
Holiday tunes and free ice cream topping on all ice cream purchases.
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Concert in the Park: Good Clean Fun (80’s, 90’s & 00’s)
Concert in the Park: Good Clean Fun (80’s, 90’s & 00’s)
Have a ROAR-SOME summer night at our Thursday's at Jurassic Park Concert and Movie Series! Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us at The Band Shell sponsored by […]
