Special Events

We are proud to offer a variety of special events each season. Some events require advance registration; please click on the links to register.

Free with Rink pass! DISNEY SKATE

5:30-7 PM | Friday, February 21 | Free to passholders/$20 non-passholders at the door

Glide to your favorite tunes and experience the magic of a special Disney character appearance at this one-of-a-kind party on ice!


FREE!  Teen Glow Egg Hunt

8-9 PM | Thursday, April 17 | Melvin Berlin Park | Grades 5-8

Search the park for springtime treats and treasures. A few lucky eggs will contain certificates for larger prizes. Glow Egg Hunt is presented in partnership with GYS.


FREE! Spring Egg Hunt

10-11 AM | Saturday, April 19 | Kalk Park | All Ages

Bring your basket and get ready for an egg hunt! We’re hiding eggs filled with surprises for kids AND dogs throughout Kalk Park. After the hunt, join us for activities, games, and photos with the Spring Bunny.


FREE! Tots N’ Tunes

10-10:45 AM | Every Other Tuesday, June 17, July 1, 15, & 29 | Takiff Center Front Lawn

Your tot will be dancing and singing along as talented children’s performers take the stage! In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved inside.


Beach Passholder Event! Summer Splash

5-7 PM | Saturday, June 21  | Glencoe Beach

Glencoe Beach is kicking off summer with a splash! Dive into the excitement with captivating games, delicious food, great music, and incredible fun! This event is for Glencoe Beach pass holders only.


Free! Glencoe's Independence Day Celebration
  • Party in the Park (5-10 PM, July 3, Lakefront Park): We’re kicking off the holiday celebration with a Party in the Park! Join us in the kid’s area on Park from 5-8 PM. Hungry? Thirsty? Our food trucks and beer/wine sales will be open from 5-9 PM.  We will have everything from finger foods to fancy foods.  Plus, enjoy live music from Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute starting at 6 PM!
  • Fireworks (9 PM, July 3, Lakefront Park): Party in the Park ends with Glencoe’s dazzling firework spectacular with viewing from Lakefront Park. 
  • Fun Run (8 AM, July 4, Glencoe Train Station): Start the day with a 2.1-mile run through Glencoe! The race is free, but advance registration is encouraged. Please register each family member participating.
  • Early Childhood Games (9:30-11:30 AM, July 4, Kalk Park): Enjoy patriotic activities and games with your favorite Early Childhood teachers!
  • 4th of July Bags Tournament (11 AM-1 PM, July 4, Kalk Park): Join us for the ultimate bags tournament this Fourth of July in Glencoe! Gather a partner and sign up in teams of two for a day of fun, competition, and community spirit. The tournament kicks off at 11 AM, on the green in Kalk Park. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your skills and compete for fantastic prizes. This event is free, but advance registration is required.
  • Independence Day Parade (Starts at 1 PM, July 4, Downtown Glencoe): Look for Glencoe Park District’s float in the annual parade!

FREE !  Unplug Illinois Day

10 AM-12 PM | Saturday, July 12 | Lakefront Park

Take in the views of Lakefront Park from a one-day-only climbing wall!  Additionally, a Screen Sanity Advocate will be there for conversation and resources related to our children’s digital health.


FREE! Green Bay Trail Day

9 AM-1 PM | Saturday, July 26 | Shelton Park

Green Bay Trail Day is a free event celebrating the trail’s restored beauty with recreational activities, a butterfly hatchery, trail history, and more, located between Shelton Park and Hubbard Woods.


FREE!   Movie on the Beach: Mamma Mia!

8 PM | Friday, August 22 | Glencoe Beach

Grab your friends and head to Glencoe Beach for a fun-filled singalong screening of "Mamma Mia!"  Experience the magic of dancing and singing under the stars to beloved tunes brought to life with immersive 5.1 surround sound. The movie is rated PG-13 and may not be suitable for children.


Takiff Express Train Day 120120

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Takiff Express Train Day - Family of 2
Takiff Field
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$18 / $22
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Takiff Express Train Day - Family of 3
Takiff Field
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$27 / $33
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Takiff Express Train Day - Family of 4
Takiff Field
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$36 / $44
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Takiff Express Train Day - Family of 6
Takiff Field
Fees (R/NR)
$54 / $66
10:00-12:00pm

Beach Campout 120807

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Beach Campout Fam 2
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$101 / $115
6:00-9:00am
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Beach Campout Fam 3
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$138 / $156
6:00-9:00am
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Beach Campout Fam 4
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$173 / $196
6:00-9:00am
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Beach Campout Fam 5
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$208 / $236
6:00-9:00am
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Beach Campout Fam 7
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$278 / $315
6:00-9:00am

Cardboard Regatta 120824

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Cardboard Regatta
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$13 / $15
12:30-2:00pm

Earth Day Cleanup 120880

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Earth Day Cleanup
Glencoe Beach
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$0 / $0
10:00-12:00pm

Fun Run - July 4th 120890

Start the day with a 2.1-mile run through Glencoe! The race is free, but advance registration is encouraged. Please register each family member participating.

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Fun Run: 17 & Under
Veterans Park
Age 5-17 / NR Event Registration date and time / RES Event Registration date and time
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$0 / $0
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Fun Run: Adult 18-30
Veterans Park
Ages 18-30 / NR Event Registration date and time / RES Event Registration date and time
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$0 / $0
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Fun Run: Adult 31-55
Veterans Park
Ages 31-55 / NR Event Registration date and time / RES Event Registration date and time
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$0 / $0
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Fun Run: Master's 56 +
Veterans Park
Ages 56+ / NR Event Registration date and time / RES Event Registration date and time
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$0 / $0
8:00-9:30am

Petals & Pastries 120851

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Petals & Pastries
Takiff Center
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$25 / $30
10:00-12:00pm

Glencoe .500 120812

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Glencoe .500 - Adult Trike Race
Takiff Center
RESIDENT Event Registration date and time / NR Event Registration date and time
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$15 / $20
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Glencoe .500
Takiff Center
RESIDENT Event Registration date and time / NR Event Registration date and time
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$25 / $40
10:00-12:00pm

Fire and Ice 120770

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Fire and Ice
Glencoe Beach
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$30 / $40
10:00-11:00am
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Fire and Ice - Whole Sauna - 6 ppl max
Glencoe Beach
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$120 / $150
11:00-12:00pm
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Fire and Ice - Whole Sauna - 6 ppl max
Glencoe Beach
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$120 / $150
12:00-1:00pm
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Fire and Ice
Glencoe Beach
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$20 / $25
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Fire and Ice - Whole Sauna - 6 ppl max
Glencoe Beach
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$120 / $150
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Fire and Ice- Whole Sauna - 6 ppl max
Glencoe Beach
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$120 / $150
3:00-4:00pm

Chase A Goat: Kids Run 120859

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Chase A Goat: Kids Run
Shelton Park
Fees (R/NR)
$0 / $0
4:00-5:00pm

4th of July Bags Tournament 120895

Join us for the ultimate bags tournament this Fourth of July in Glencoe! Gather a partner and sign up in teams of two for a day of fun, competition, and community spirit. The tournament kicks off at 11 AM, on the green in Kalk Park. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your skills and compete for fantastic prizes. Celebrate Independence Day with us in style – secure your spot in the tournament now and be part of the Glencoe tradition!

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4th of July Bags Tournament
Kalk Park
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$0 / $0
11:00-1:00pm

Trellis Table 120806

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Trellis Table - Party of 2
Glencoe Beach
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$190 / $228
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Trellis Table - Party of 3
Glencoe Beach
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$285 / $342
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Trellis Table - Party of 4
Glencoe Beach
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$380 / $456
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Trellis Table - Party of 1
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$95 / $114
5:00-8:00pm

Teen Glow Egg Hunt 120403

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Teen Glow Egg Hunt
Berlin Park
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$0 / $0
8:00-9:00pm

Forest Bathing Walk 120875

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Forest Bathing Walk
Takiff Center
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$20 / $25
10:00-12:00pm

Beyond Bubbles: Sparkling Wine Tasting 120765

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Beyond Bubbles: Sparkling Wine Tasting
Takiff Center
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$45 / $55
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Beyond Bubbles: Sparkling Wine Tasting - Additional Person
Takiff Center
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$25 / $30
5:00-7:00pm

Pickleball Social 115605

Enjoy pickleball, drinks, music, and snacks during a night of free play on the courts.

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Pickleball Social
Weinberg Family Recreation Center
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$0 / $0
7:00-9:00pm

Animals Around The World 120861

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Animals Around The World - Family of 2
Takiff Center
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$18 / $22
6:30-8:00pm
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Animals Around The World - Family of 3
Takiff Center
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$27 / $33
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Animals Around The World - Family of 4
Takiff Center
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$36 / $44
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Animals Around The World - Family of 5
Takiff Center
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$45 / $55
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Animals Around The World - Family of 6
Takiff Center
Fees (R/NR)
$54 / $66
6:30-8:00pm

Beach Campout 120807

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Beach Campout Fam 2
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$101 / $115
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Beach Campout Fam 3
Glencoe Beach
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$138 / $156
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Beach Campout Fam 4
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$173 / $196
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Beach Campout Fam 5
Glencoe Beach
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$208 / $236
6:00-9:00am
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Beach Campout Fam 7
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$278 / $315
6:00-9:00am

Cardboard Regatta 120824

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Cardboard Regatta
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$13 / $15
12:30-2:00pm

Trellis Table 120806

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Trellis Table - Party of 2
Glencoe Beach
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$190 / $228
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Trellis Table - Party of 3
Glencoe Beach
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$285 / $342
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Trellis Table - Party of 4
Glencoe Beach
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$380 / $456
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Trellis Table - Party of 1
Glencoe Beach
Fees (R/NR)
$95 / $114
5:00-8:00pm