Events

Monthly Mixers are back for June and July at our summer location: Gurnee Community Church | 4555 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL.  Saddle up, seniors! Join us for a rootin’-tootin’ […]

Get ready for sunshine and sparkle at our summer dance parties! Each party includes a snack and features upbeat dancing, interactive games, and themed activities that keep everyone moving and […]

Join us at Shaw Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old!    *Kona Ice will be onsite! The […]

This event has been canceled due to low enrollment.  Sew a set of nesting baskets, great for organizing or as reusable gift bags. Saturday, July 18 9:00am-12:00pm Hunt Club Park […]

Join us for a relaxed, welcoming afternoon designed to help families explore the creative opportunities within our Cultural Arts programs. From dance and theatre to creative writing and sewing, it […]

Join us for our FREE Sounds of Summer Children’s Series featuring Jeanie B! & the Jelly Beans! Tuesday, July 21 10:30-11:15 am Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee Children’s Concert FREE! Be sure to bring blankets/chairs and feel free to stay and play – bring a picnic and plan an afternoon at […]

Grab your fishing poles – we’re teaming up with our favorite local heroes from the Gurnee Police Department for our FREE Cops & Bobbers Fishing Event! Officers and Gurnee Park District staff will be on-site throughout the event to help reel in the biggest catch, create fun crafts, announce raffles, and MORE! Prizes will be […]

Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! “Mike & Joe" will be performing at Hunt Club Park!      Thursday, July 237:00pmHunt Club Park | 900 N. Hunt Club Road, GurneeAll ages welcome!FREE!   Food and drinks will be available for purchase from the following food trucks/drink vendors:  - Jeans Sweets […]

Our popular theatre workshops are back this summer! Designed for kids ages 5-12, these themed workshops will inspire imagination, encourage teamwork, and develop confidence through hands-on crafts, energetic games and fun performance activities! UNDER THE SEA - Dive into the deep blue sea! Participants will create their own marine creatures and discover an underwater universe […]

This event has been canceled due to low enrollment.  Create a one-of-a-kind junk journal using repurposed papers, fabrics, and decorative finds while incorporating simple creative writing prompts for poetry, reflections, […]

Join us at Westgate Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old!    Wednesday, July 295:30-7:30 pm   Remember […]

Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! “Latin Swing Factor" will be performing!   Thursday, July 307:00pmViking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, GurneeAll ages […]

Get ready for back to school and make a handy book bag with a pocket to hold a notebook and pen, plus learn how to sew on a button! Saturday, […]

BACK TO SCHOOL DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT – AGES 13-17   Come join us for our annual Back to School Dodgeball Tournament for high school students!   Captains will register individually for […]

Join us at Vineyard Park for FREE family fun close to home! There will be games & crafts for ages 4-10 years old!    Wednesday, August 55:30-7:30 pm   Remember […]

Gurnee Days is the place to be for some of your favorite traditions, such as delicious food, live music, parade, one of the best fireworks shows in Lake County, and […]

Gurnee Days is the place to be for some of your favorite traditions, such as delicious food, live music, parade, one of the best fireworks shows in Lake County, and […]

Gurnee Days is the place to be for some of your favorite traditions, such as delicious food, live music, parade, one of the best fireworks shows in Lake County, and […]

Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! “No Limit" will be performing!   Thursday, August 137:00pmViking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, GurneeAll ages welcome!FREE! […]

Learn how to sew a zipper with confidence while making a beautiful lined pouch.  Saturday, August 15 9:00am-12:00pm Hunt Club Park Community Center Ages 14+ Save your spot! Learn to Sew Workshops with Loopy Connections – Discover the joy of sewing in a relaxed, project-based format led by Loopy Connections, Northern Illinois’ community fiber-arts nonprofit. […]

Get ready for sunshine and sparkle at our summer dance parties! Each party includes a snack and features upbeat dancing, interactive games, and themed activities that keep everyone moving and smiling. It’s the perfect way to celebrate summer with friends and high-energy fun on the dance floor! WONDERLAND REBEL: Step into a wickedly fun wonderland […]

Join us for our FREE Sounds of Summer Children’s Series featuring Miss Jamie & the Farm Hands! Tuesday, August 18 10:30-11:15 am Viking Park Band Shell | 4374 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee Children’s Concert FREE! Be sure to bring blankets/chairs and feel free to stay and play – bring a picnic and plan an afternoon at […]

Join us for Sounds of Summer, our FREE summer concert series! “No Limit" will be performing!   Thursday, August 207:00pmTBDAll ages welcome!FREE!   Food and drinks will be available for purchase […]

Calling all Pickleball enthusiasts! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting to “dunk” and “slam”, get ready to unleash your skills & compete against fellow pickleball enthusiasts at our upcoming Pickleball Tournament!   Date: Saturday, August 22Time: 8:00am – 3:00pmLocation: Vicki Paddock ParkFee: $65 (one registration per team of 2)   This men’s, women’s, […]

NEW LOCATION - Due to recent rains, the Car Show taking place on Sunday, August 23, has been relocated to Hunt Club Park | 900 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee Stop by Hunt Club Park and enjoy a large lineup of classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and MORE! From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the Kenosha […]