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The Northbrook Park District and the Village of Northbrook are excited to present the 4th annual Grapes on the Green on Saturday, June 20. The event welcomes adults to gather for an afternoon of wine tastings, light snacks, art, games and live music in beautiful Village Green Park in the heart of downtown Northbrook. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to en...

The magic of colors and music will fuse in a stunning display at “KaleidoSkate,” the 56th annual Northbrook-On-Ice show over Mother’s Day weekend. This year’s production will feature four shows May 8 through May 10, with about 275 skaters from the Northbrook Park District’s skating school and freestyle ice programs. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to enh...

Summer is around the corner and so is the last chance to save on the early bird discount for pool passes at the Northbrook Park District, which ends May 6. Pool passes are on sale now for individuals ages 2 to 64, seniors ages 65 and up, senior couples, and families (with option of one nanny pass per family). Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to enhance th...

The MLB Pitch, Hit and Run competition is a free event on April 24, 2026 for softball and baseball players ages 7 to 14 hosted by the Northbrook Park District. Local winners go on to compete at the regional level before a Major League Baseball game and regional winners get an all-expenses paid trip to compete in the finals during a World Series game. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbroo...

The extensive renovation of West Park in Northbrook is scheduled to begin in mid to late May with completion in fall. Construction staging will begin on the tennis courts at West Park beginning the week of April 27. The $1.9 million project is funded by the District’s capital reserve fund and a $600,000 Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development grant. Read the Article Established in 1927, North...

For a high-energy show packed with friendship, big personalities and a little bit of summer chaos, come watch “High School Musical 2 JR.” from the Northbrook Park District at Field Middle School in Northbrook on April 11 and April 12. The hourlong production by Northbrook Theatre Youth Company is the stage adaptation of the hit 2007 Disney movie by the same name. Read the Article Established in 19...

Always a springtime family favorite, the Northbrook Park District’s Brunch with the Bunny will be back on Saturday, April 11. This festive egg-licious event taking place at Techny Prairie Activity Center will include brunch offerings, spring-related arts and crafts, and one last chance for the season to meet and take pictures with the Spring Bunny. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook...

In March, the Northbrook Park District will bring back the Youth Punt, Pass and Kick Challenge, a football skills competition for children ages 6 to 14. The event on March 8 will give participants the chance to showcase their football abilities in a non-contact environment. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to enhance the community by providing outstanding...

The weather might still be cold, but it’s time to start planning for spring and summer activities. The Northbrook Park District's Spring into Summer brochure outlines all upcoming options this spring and summer for children and adults. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to enhance the community by providing outstanding services, parks and facilities th...

The Northbrook Park District and its staff received awards and recognition from industry colleagues at the 2026 Illinois Association of Park Districts/Illinois Parks and Recreation Association’s annual conference. This year’s conference took place in late January in Chicago. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to enhance the community by providing outstandin...

The Northbrook Park District offers dozens of summer camp options for children ages 3 to 14, including arts, theater, dance, chess, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, skateboarding, ice skating, hockey and golf. Camps cover nine weeks of summer, with pre-season camps in early June and post-season camps through mid-August. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to enha...

The annual Light Up the Night family dance will be back Friday, February 6 at a new high-end venue. The evening will feature dinner, DJ music, a photo booth, a variety of games and an ice cream bar at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel in Northbrook. This memorable event welcomes children and their loved ones, including parents, grandparents, relatives or other important adults in their lives....

The Northbrook Park District was awarded a $600,000 grant through the state’s Open Space Land Acquisition and Development program for renovations at Techny Prairie Park and Fields. The grant will allow the Park District to upgrade many of the park amenities that were built in 2006 and are now reaching the end of their useful life. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mi...

Families are invited to a Summer Camp Open House from 5:30 to 7pm on January 15 at Techny Prairie Activity Center, located at 180 Anets Drive in Northbrook. Camp supervisors will share information and answer questions, and participants can receive giveaways and enter a drawing for a free camp week and other prizes. Children are welcome. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park Distric...

The community is invited to attend a Sunshine Preschool and Early Childhood Open House on Sunday, January 11 where parents can meet the teachers and learn about the preschool curriculum for 3- and 4-year-olds. Additionally, early childhood instructors will be available to share the rich variety of programs offered for children up to age 5. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park Dist...

To celebrate its 5th anniversary, Techny Prairie Activity Center is offering a month filled with special events, including an anniversary party open to the public on January 10. The initiative is a way to thank members for helping make TPAC such a special place, as well as an opportunity to showcase the facility to the larger community, according to Superintendent of Athletics and Fitness Meri She...

For a unique and hilarious way to celebrate the holiday season, the community is invited to the upcoming performances of “A Christmas Chaos,” Northbrook Theatre’s latest Community Theatre production. The production includes 36 actors, with one cast performing on December 13 and another cast performing on December 14. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to en...

The Northbrook Park District was recently awarded two prestigious “Best of the Best” awards from the Illinois Association of Park Districts, including the Arts in the Park award for enhancing the quality of life in the community through the arts and the Best Green Practices award for taking initiatives to incorporate environmentally friendly business practices and policies. Read the Article Establ...

Last year, Ryan Dolin tried a new approach while coaching football to 10-year-olds: he told them the coaches would just sit on the bench and watch. For that game, the kids got to call their own plays, as the quarterback led the offense and a linebacker guided the defense. Dolin is the Northbrook Park District's 2025 Coach of the Year. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park Dist...

Experienced exhibitors, first-time artisans, crafty families — the Northbrook Park District’s Holiday Craft Fair welcomes all creative people to sell their new and homemade items, so shoppers can find unique gifts just before the busy shopping season. Read the Article Established in 1927, Northbrook Park District’s Mission is to enhance the community by providing outstanding services, parks and fa...