Family Bingo
Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, ILGather the family and come join us at bingo! We will have fun games and & prizes! Ages: 4 years & up $3R / $5NR
Gather the family and come join us at bingo! We will have fun games and & prizes! Ages: 4 years & up $3R / $5NR
Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in the Rec Center Gym! Ages 6 & up. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, advance registration is not required. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR
Time to bring the family together for a fun nerf tag competition! All equipment is provided. Players are allowed to bring their own nerf fun. All ages and skill levels welcome. Ages: 6 years + Code: 230000 Fee: $5R / $7NR Advance registration required by: Feb. 19
Ages: Walking through 6 years old Fees: $3R/$5NR Face covering are recommended but not required.
Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in the Rec Center Gym! Ages 6 & up. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, advance registration is not required. Face coverings recommended, but not required. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR
Badminton isn’t just a backyard game anymore! Bring your own racket and drop in to play at the Rec Center. Participants play in recreational matches. All levels are welcome! Fee: $5 R / $7 NR 10 Visit Punch Cards available! $48R/$60NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Age: 4 - 7 years Don't miss out on a evening full of St. Patrick's Day fun! Come dressed in your best green and gold! We'll have pizza, make a craft and go on a hunt for gold! Learn a fun Irish jig to show your family and friends too! We'll end the evening making […]
Age: 1 - 3 years with adult Calling all lads and lassies! Don't miss out on a morning full of St. Patrick's Day Fun! Come dressed in your best green and gold! You'll be surprised at who else will be wearing his favorite St. Patty's Day shirt too! We will read stories, make a St. […]
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Let’s celebrate the first day of Spring enjoying the outdoors with family and friends! Join us for a community walk at 11:00am on Sunday, March 20, 2022 for a walk in Central Park (250 Library Lane). Pick up a free shirt near the Concessions Stand. Share pictures on Facebook and Instagram using #GOGrayslake.
This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball, soccer, capture the flag, and other group games. Each day camper will focus on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by game play. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship. Camp will […]
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in the Rec Center Gym! Ages 6 & up. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, advance registration is not required. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR 10 Visit Punch Cards available! $48R/$60NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Ages: Walking through 6 years old Fees: $3R/$5NR 10 Visit Punch Cards available for purchase! $27R/$34NR Face covering are recommended, but not required.
Hop over to Alleghany Park for some springtime fun with the Grayslake Park District!
Age: 4 - 7 years Lets get together to color eggs and decorate cookies! Every child will get to color a dozen eggs to take home. Please wear play clothes, since we will be working with color dye. Afterwards, we'll decorate cookies! Don't miss the fun! Pre-registration is required for this event.
The Grayslake Community Park District will fill 3-dozen Easter eggs filled with peanut allergy-free candy. Eggs will be delivered during the day on Thursday, April 14. Emails will be sent out one week before delivery date with further details. **Please note this is for Grayslake Residents ONLY**.
Calling all moms! The Grayslake Park District is offering a new fitness program called Werq Dance Fitness. We will be offering free classes on the dates listed below, so be sure to grab your friends and come try the classes. Bring a towel and water bottle. Free classes: April 19, 2022: 9-9:50am April 20, 2022: […]
Monthly Bingo will be held on the THIRD Wednesday of the month. Light snacks and beverages will be provided along with bingo cards and prizes for the lucky winners. This is a fun chance to get together at the Recreation Center to see friends and play some bingo. NEW - registration is being requested for […]
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in the Rec Center Gym! Ages 6 & up. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, advance registration is not required. Face coverings recommended, but not required. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR
Ages: Walking through 6 years old Fees: $3R/$5NR 10 Visit Punch Cards available for purchase! $27R/$34NR Face covering are recommended, but not required.
Join us for this basic workshop and start an herb garden from seeds to take care of at home. Get tips on how to engage your child in the cultivation of their first plants to start a love of gardening for life. Register Here by April 30
Children will perform songs and graduation certificates will be presented. All family members and friends are welcome to attend! Children are encouraged to dress formally for the occasion. Rain location: Recreation Center Gym, 240 Commerce Drive
Each month Active Adults, ages 50+, will go to a different restaurant. Some months will feature ethnic food and others may be American favorites. The cost is $5.00 per person, per trip. The cost of lunch is on your own. Trips will meet at 11:45am at the Recreation Center located at 240 Commerce Dr., Grayslake.
If you're coaching our Girls Recreational Softball League, please attend our coaches meeting!
Parents, you deserve a break! During this program, children will spend a fun evening playing games, making crafts and playing sports in the gym. The program will end with a "G" rated movie, pizza, juice, and popcorn. Register Here by May 6
If you're coaching our T-Ball League, please attend our coaches meeting!
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Eight years ago, the Grayslake Park District hosted the first Fishing Derby to honor former Park Board Commissioner and avid fisherman George Weinert. Every year since, we’ve hosted the Fishing Derby to honor George’s memory and commitment to the Grayslake community. Register in advance to receive a free shirt and expedite check-in at the event. […]
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Are you registered for our Summer Camps?
The Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County (SRACLC) and the Grayslake Community Park District invite you to the Bourbon & Wine at the Grayslake "9" fundraiser. SRACLC and the Grayslake Community Park District are working cooperatively to build an accessible extension on to the Jones Island playground in Grayslake.
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Come on over and see Animal Quest host a FREE animal show at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (250 Library Lane)! This event will start at 10:00am. Thanks to our event sponsors, Grayslake Orthodontics and Kids Dentist
Due to a rental, the splash pad will open at 11:00am on Saturday, June 18.
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
After two years off, our Summer Kick Off Dance returns to Jones Island Park. Come out and celebrate summer with music and games. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch! This event is FREE and no registration is needed.
Saturday, June 25 from 3-10pm in Central Park! The event features: Live Music Local Food Vendors Beer and Wine Kids carnival rides Fireworks at dusk RSVP HERE
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Situated along the banks of the beautiful Rock River, Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens brings the tropics to the Midwest. The facility is the third largest conservatory in Illinois, offering an 11,000-square-foot plant exhibition area complete with water features, seating areas, and sculptures all in one setting. The beauty continues outdoors with the Eclipse Lagoon, complete […]
Ditch technology and join the Grayslake Community Park District and the Lake County Audubon Society for a short, guided bird walk at the Grayslake Golf Course. Bring binoculars and walking shoes. All ages welcome! No registration needed.
Play 3 holes from the red tees, 3 from the white tees, and 3 from the blue tees in our Annual RWB tournament. $20 entry fee includes golf, prizes, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. All golfers are welcome. Sign up at the clubhouse, or call (847) 548-4713.
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
The 2022 Grayslake Pride softball coaches will run this Boot Camp! This is a softball training, skills and conditioning one day camp. This is designed for ages 9 through 13. Register Here
Are you a fan of tasty BBQ? Elkhorn Wisconsin hosts RIBFEST a National Rib Competition and if you like mouthwatering barbecue then allow me to drive you to Walworth County Fairgrounds. This event is very popular with renowned professional BBQ champions, back yard grillers, great entertainment and an artisan village. Trip includes transportation only by […]
You're invited to a Pajama Party! Join us for a fun evening of games, crafts, a dance party, movies and loads of fun! Kids should come dressed in their favorite pajamas, bring a sleeping bag/blanket and pillow, and their favorite stuffed animal. Pizza dinner, juice and dessert will be served along with popcorn for the […]
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Pirates loved to find secret places to hide their treasures and what better spot than Gray's Lake! Hear a story about how pirates sailed through the great lakes, landed on the shores and hiked to our own Grayslake to hide treasure. We will have our own map to follow to find exactly where "X" marks […]
Come enjoy a baseball game with us! The Chicago Dogs are members of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball based in Rosemont, IL. Named after Chicago’s favorite and oldest culinary tradition, the Chicago Dogs’ logo features the colors and stars of the iconic Chicago flag. Game starts at 6pm and everyone will get a […]
Come on over and see Jason Kollum host a FREE juggling show at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (250 Library Lane)! This event will start at 10:00am. Thanks to our event sponsors, Grayslake Orthodontics and Kids Dentist
The Splash Pad will be closed on Saturday, July 23 from 10-11am for a private rental. Thank you for your cooperation.
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
The Grayslake Park District is proud to host another Movie in the Park at the Central Park Performance Pavilion. The movie 'Encanto' will be showing on September 17, 2022 beginning at dusk (around 7:30pm). Bring your lawn chairs and blankets! RSVP on Facebook here: https://fb.me/e/2NNKcosUR
Calling all experienced golfers! Come play golf with the Special Recreation Association of Lake County (SRACLC). Golfers will be paired with a SRACLC participant with special needs for 9-holes of golf. An alternating stroke format will be used. Prizes will be awarded!
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Check-in at the Concession Stand at 9:45am and help spread joy, optimism, and inspiration though the magical power of sidewalk chalk! We will chalk the walk from 10-11am, and a 30-minute walk will follow. All materials will be provided. Thanks to our event sponsor, State Bank of the Lakes
Join us at the Central Park Performance Pavilion on August 11 for a FREE concert! School of Rock Libertyville will be performing a 1-hour set from 6-7pm. Thank you to our event sponsors Center Church and State Bank of the Lakes!
We want YOU to join us! Auditions are FREE. Dancers must attend the entire audition. We'll be working primarily in the styles of lyrical/contemporary and jazz, so please bring appropriate footwear. If dancers don't have appropriate footwear, dancers may audition barefoot.
Join us for our annual Fall Two Cups Golf Tournament at the Grayslake Golf Course. To register, call the clubhouse at (847) 548-4713.
Have the slime of your life coloring slime the gorgeous palette of fall leaves to make their slime autumn spectacular. We will scent our slime like pumpkin pie, marshmallow fireside, maple bacon donuts, or caramel apples! Slime continues to be all the rage with kids and these workshops have valuable hidden messages about “Stretchy Thinking” […]
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
The Frisbee Golf Course in Central Park will be closed on Wednesdays, from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 14-October 19.
The Central Park Pickleball Courts will be closed on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 15-October 20.
Exploring and eating ice cream is a fun way to introduce early physics and chemistry concepts to children. Become an expert on this beloved treat and then sit down for the most outrageous ice cream eating contest in town. Did anyone say BRAIN FREEZE? We will learn how to make a homemade waffle cone and […]
We are proud to present another Movie in the Park on Saturday, Sept. 17. The movie will begin at dusk (approximately 7pm). Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the Rec Center located at 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. We will be showing Disney's 'Encanto'
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
The Frisbee Golf Course in Central Park will be closed on Wednesdays, from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 14-October 19.
The Central Park Pickleball Courts will be closed on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 15-October 20.
Let's celebrate the first day of fall by enjoying the outdoors with family and friends. Check-in at the Concessions Stand at 4:45pm.
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Today’s teenager has so many dreams, but so many distractions too. This lab will help them manage those distractions and get on track to their finish line, whatever that means personally to them. Clear intention is key. Teens will quickly learn that success is never a straight line, but instead very crooked and that’s ok! […]
Enjoy a brand-new horse show that celebrates the 2022 year with music, special effects, dancing horses, acrobatics and more. Attendees will enjoy a wagon ride around the property to view the animals on site, follow by a box lunch of turkey croissant, potato salad, fruit and dessert and lemonade. Trip includes: transportation by Park District […]
The Frisbee Golf Course in Central Park will be closed on Wednesdays, from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 14-October 19.
The Central Park Pickleball Courts will be closed on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 15-October 20.
Open Gym – Basketball – Men – 18 years and up Fees: $5R/$7NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
For children walking through 5 years with adult – The Grayslake Park District provides all you need to have fun with your little one in the Rec Center Gym! Tot Open Gym is a great way for toddlers to expel energy during the cooler months.
For children walking through 5 years with adult – The Grayslake Park District provides all you need to have fun with your little one in the Rec Center Gym! Tot Open Gym is a great way for toddlers to expel energy during the cooler months.
Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in the Rec Center Gym! Ages 6 & up. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, advance registration is not required. Face coverings recommended, but not required. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR
Join us for Open Pickleball!
The Theater, The Theater! Enjoy lunch at one of the Marriott’s on-site restaurants (food choices will be communicated with attendees upon notification from restaurant). Then be wowed by the cast of Hello Dolly! This musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder's hit play "The Matchmaker" bursts with humor, romance, and some of the greatest songs in musical […]
The Frisbee Golf Course in Central Park will be closed on Wednesdays, from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 14-October 19.
For children walking through 5 years with adult – The Grayslake Park District provides all you need to have fun with your little one in the Rec Center Gym! Tot Open Gym is a great way for toddlers to expel energy during the cooler months.
The Central Park Pickleball Courts will be closed on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 15-October 20.
Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in the Rec Center Gym! Ages 6 & up. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, advance registration is not required. Face coverings recommended, but not required. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR
For children walking through 5 years with adult – The Grayslake Park District provides all you need to have fun with your little one in the Rec Center Gym! Tot Open Gym is a great way for toddlers to expel energy during the cooler months.
Badminton isn’t just a backyard game anymore! Bring your own racket and drop in to play at the Rec Center. Participants play in recreational matches. All levels are welcome! Fee: $5 R / $7 NR 10 Visit Punch Cards available! $48R/$60NR Face coverings recommended, but not required.
Partner up and play in this alternate shot event. $20 per player includes golf, snacks, and prizes. Don't forget to wear your favorite Halloween costume for our costume contest. Call the Grayslake Golf Course to register: (847) 548-4713
For children walking through 5 years with adult – The Grayslake Park District provides all you need to have fun with your little one in the Rec Center Gym! Tot Open Gym is a great way for toddlers to expel energy during the cooler months.
For children walking through 5 years with adult – The Grayslake Park District provides all you need to have fun with your little one in the Rec Center Gym! Tot Open Gym is a great way for toddlers to expel energy during the cooler months.
Grab some friends and shoot some hoops in the Rec Center Gym! Ages 6 & up. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, advance registration is not required. Face coverings recommended, but not required. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR
We will venture to the Historic Pullman District of Chicago for a guided walking tour of the first planned model industrial community. The Historic Pullman Exhibit Hall is the starting and ending point for our tour. The Hall houses exhibits on Pullman, providing an interpretive look at the town of Pullman, The Pullman Palace Car […]
Join us for Open Pickleball!
The Frisbee Golf Course in Central Park will be closed on Wednesdays, from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 14-October 19.
The Central Park Pickleball Courts will be closed on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm starting September 15-October 20.
Bring the kids to Central Park for an evening of Halloween fun! Register Here We will have Halloween Games-Hay Rides-Moon Walks-Costume Contest-Halloween character path. Pre-registration on or before October 12. Walk-in registration at event will be $15. Adults attendance is free with a paying child. We will also be joined by Save-a-Pet for their Fall […]
For children walking through 5 years with adult – The Grayslake Park District provides all you need to have fun with your little one in the Rec Center Gym! Tot Open Gym is a great way for toddlers to expel energy during the cooler months.