Chicago Ridge Park District

08/22/2026

Enjoy a delicious breakfast while meeting everyone’s favorite video game brothers. Kids can join in on themed games, activities, photo opportunities, and interactive challenges throughout the morning.

Bring the whole family for a morning of fun, laughter, and memories!

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/38ycekv4

08/21/2026

Join us for this 4-week program featuring a new story and exciting activities each week. Little ones will enjoy simple art projects, Follow the Leader, Simon Says, balance beams, tents, parachutes, and so much more!

It’s the perfect opportunity to play, make new friends, meet other caregivers, and enjoy quality time together.

A caregiver age 18+ must attend with each child.

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/2rsbakxf

08/21/2026

What a great night at our Sounds of Summer concert last night! 🎶☀️

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out and enjoyed the music with us provided by Classical Blast - they were amazing as always!

We loved seeing the community come together for an evening filled with great music and delicious food and drinks from the Route 66 Mobile Diner, Tom’s Coffee Truck, and our Lily Pad Concessions. ❤️

It truly was a fantastic night, and we’re so glad you joined us!

🎵 Our next—and final—concert of the season is September 3! We hope to see you there for one more great night of music, fun, and community.

08/21/2026

08/20/2026

Join Bluey and friends for a fun-filled adventure!

Kids will enjoy hands-on activities inspired by the world of Bluey, including creative art projects, movement games, simple science experiments, and plenty of opportunities for play, discovery, and imagination.

Register online: https://tinyurl.com/4uv66hkx

08/20/2026

🎶☀️ TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT! Join us for another Sounds of Summer concert at Freedom Park! ☀️🎶

Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Classical Blast blends the timeless sounds of classical music with the energy and excitement of classic rock. 🎻🎸

📅 Tonight, August 20
⏰ 6:30-8:30 PM
📍 Freedom Park (Birmingham & Oak)

🍔🚚 Come hungry! The Route 66 Diner Food Truck will be on-site serving up delicious diner favorites all evening long.

🌭🍕 Lily Pad Concessions will also be open with hot dogs, pizza, chicken tenders, fries, ice cream, and more!

🍧🇺🇸 Don't forget our summer special: the Patriotic Combo featuring a snow cone and popcorn for just $2.50!

Bring your lawn chairs, invite your family and friends, and enjoy a beautiful summer night filled with great music, delicious food, and community fun. We can't wait to see you tonight! 🎶☀️🎻🎸🍔🚚✨

08/19/2026

Calling all little pirates! Set sail for an adventure filled with imagination, creativity, and fun! Little pirates will create parrot art, search for buried treasure, sail across the ocean, and maybe even walk the plank!

Come make friends, build independence, and enjoy fun playtime with your little one. A caregiver age 18+ must attend.

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/mwypsuzs

08/18/2026

Get ready to mix, bake, decorate, and have fun in the kitchen! Each week, kids will create a new sweet or savory treat while learning basic kitchen skills and building creativity, teamwork, and confidence. This program will run from September 3-September 24.

Register online: https://tinyurl.com/35bwhded

08/17/2026

We know the mosquitoes can get pretty bad this time of year... so we're taking care of that for you!

We've scheduled mosquito treatment at Freedom Park ahead of Thursday's Sounds of Summer Concert to help make your evening more comfortable.

Now all that's left to do is bring your lawn chair, grab some great food, and enjoy an amazing night of music with Classical Blast!

🚫🦟 No mosquitoes. Just music, friends, food, and fun!

Hope to see you there!

📅 Thursday, August 20 ⏰ 6:30-8:30 PM 📍 Freedom Park

08/17/2026

🎶☀️ The Chicago Ridge Park District Sounds of Summer Concert Series continues THIS THURSDAY! ☀️🎶

Join us at Freedom Park for an evening of incredible music, great food, and summer fun!

This week, we're excited to welcome Classical Blast, a one-of-a-kind band that blends the beauty of classical music with the energy of classic rock.

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 6:30-8:30 PM
📍 Freedom Park (Birmingham & Oak)

🍔🚚 Come hungry! The Route 66 Diner Food Truck will be on-site serving up delicious favorites all evening long.

🌭🍕 Lily Pad Concessions will also be open with hot dogs, pizza, chicken tenders, fries, ice cream, and more!

🍧Don't forget our summer special: the Patriotic Combo, featuring a snow cone and popcorn for just $2.50!

Bring your lawn chairs, gather your family and friends, and enjoy a memorable summer night filled with great music, tasty food, and community fun. We can't wait to see you there! 🎶☀️🎻🎸🍔🚚