Enjoy a class learning how to arrange these holiday inspired arrangements and or a wreath, and enjoy them all season long. You will learn hands on step-by-step instruction by Kim from The Blooming Traveler and take home one of a kind masterpieces made by YOU! Create. Celebrate. Be Inspired. This is a contractual program. Register […]

Bring the kids for an evening of festive fall fun! Event will include: Halloween games & hay ride 5:30-7:30pm Character path at 5:30-7pm Costume contest at the Performance Pavilion at 7pm Register Here In the event of bad weather, please call the GLPD weather line at (847) 223-7246. Rain date is Oct. 26th. Thank you […]

Dress-up your little goblin, superhero or fairy for this Halloween Monster Mash. This scare-free Halloween party is packed with arts & crafts, games and stories fit for ghosts, goblins and ghouls. Pizza and juice will be served for dinner. This is a drop off class. Register Here

Let’s get together for a spook-tacular morning! Mickey & Minnie Mouse are so excited to show off their Halloween costumes and read a story with you. Feel free to wear your costume and join us for a fun morning of crafts, singing, dancing and laughing. $13R - $16NR Register by Oct. 14: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ilgrayslakewt.wsc/iteminfo.html?module=AR&fmid=13327052&InterfaceParameter=WebTrac

Let your creativity shine as we make some fun art and crafts for Halloween. Be sure to wear something you don't mind getting dirty. This is a drop off class. $15R/$19NR Register by Oct. 16: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ilgrayslakewt.wsc/iteminfo.html?module=AR&fmid=13337799&InterfaceParameter=WebTrac

  Join the Grayslake Park District for a Halloween-themed Egg Hunt. Goblins have laid eggs at Meadowview Park-help us get them out! Eggs filled with candy will be placed round the park for kids to find in the dark! Don’t forget to bring your flashlights. Pre-registration is required no walk-in’s will be allowed. Check in […]

This Sunday (November 5) is National Donut Day! We will celebrate by learning the history of the donut, applying a life coaching lesson to this theme, and enjoying samples of decadent donuts. There are many theories about how the donut was invented. We will investigate which one we believe. We will also learn when we […]

Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a wide variety of fascinating tricks! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind reading and more. While the tricks may appear difficult, youll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided and […]

Take a day for yourself, put on comfy shoes and go antiquing with a few friends. There are quite a few great antique stores in Northern Lake County and McHenry County to walk through and search for secret treasures. Lunch will be on your own and will be a stop while on our travels. More […]

Grayslake Community Park District 20% OFF - APPRECIATION WEEKEND November 3-6, 2023 (FRIDAY – MONDAY) STORE LOCATION: 1340 - Gurnee Save the date! Our partner, DICK’S Sporting Goods, is offering you a 20% discount throughout the store to help you gear up for the season! Be sure to use the coupon linked below, as this […]

Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

18 years and up Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

We will develop the soft skill of perseverance as we take the steps and patience needed to form stretchy slime. This time our concoction lab will include all the colors of Christmas, Grinch hearts and ornament as mix ins, along with winter scents that will make you feel like you are in the Grinch story! […]

Join us for our 13th annual wreath-decorating outing to The Wreath Factory at Otter Creek. Custom decorate your own freshly made holiday wreath by using such supplies as ribbons, bows, and holiday garnishes all while under the watchful eyes of the professional staff at The Wreath Factory at Otter Creek. Once your wreath has been […]

Wear a comfy pair of PJ’s and bring a pillow and blanket and come to have fun with us at the Rec Center! We will play games, make a craft and finish the night watching a movie and eating popcorn. Pizza and juice will be served for dinner. This is a drop off class. $23R/$28NR […]

Read all about Elmo's Thanksgiving with Elmo himself! Make a craft, read a story, sing songs and have a great time with Elmo and friends! $13R/$16NR Register by Nov. 11: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ilgrayslakewt.wsc/iteminfo.html?module=AR&fmid=13327110&InterfaceParameter=WebTrac

Enjoy a fun afternoon of Bingo, making memories with your family, and winning cool prizes! Registration is required before November 11th. Ages 4 and up. $3 for Grayslake residents/$5 for non-residents. Thank you to Noote Partners for sponsoring this event. Register Here

Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

This year, we are implementing ways to get our community even more involved with our program guides. One way we are doing this is by hosting a photo contest for the cover photo. The submission deadline is Sunday, November 26th. Please see the Google Form for more information: https://forms.gle/vdzsmfu271Pit9wR8

18 years and up Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

The Grayslake Gold Course will be closing for the season on Thursday, November 30, 2023.

Join us in holiday fun and let your creativity run wild during our Gingerbread House Workshop including holiday tunes, hot coco, and an assortment of snacks. Take home your masterpiece to show off during the most wonderful time of the year! Pizza and juice will be served for dinner. This is a drop off class. […]

It's a winter wonderland outside and Frosty is on the way! Come celebrate the joys of winter. Create your own Frosty the Snowman craft, read a story, and play Frosty-inspired games and activities. $13R/$16NR Register by Nov. 25: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ilgrayslakewt.wsc/iteminfo.html?module=AR&fmid=13327175&InterfaceParameter=WebTrac

With the anticipation of returning to school after the holidays, along with general life stressors, kids will relax and “defrost” as they learn up to 125 ways to manage worries. Much like when Frosty realized the sun was getting hot and he had to strategize, we will learn to hear our personal warnings “sirens” too. […]

SPECIAL REGISTRATION RULES APPLY. Participants will enjoy an interactive story with music, songs and a visit from a special guest! Due to the demand for this program, special registration rules apply. Registration will be processed by Random Selection/Lottery on Wednesday Nov 1 at 9am. All resident registration forms received before October 31 at 5pm will […]

Let your creativity shine as we make some fun art and crafts for Christmas. Be sure to wear something you don't mind getting dirty. This is a drop off class. $15R/$19NR Register by Nov.27: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ilgrayslakewt.wsc/iteminfo.html?module=AR&fmid=13337885&InterfaceParameter=WebTrac

Please note this is offered to Grayslake Park District Residents only. Would you like Santa to visit your home and bring a gift to your child? The Park District will bring Santa to your home to give your child a special gift that you purchase in advance). Please drop off unwrapped gifts at the Recreation […]

Tot Open Gym Walk-in Fees: $3R/$5NR or 10 Visit Punch Card $27R/$34NR. Check Open Gym calendar for updates.

Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

18 years and up Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym.

Ring in the holidays with a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Grayslake Park District Rec Center. Grayslake Central PSP Group will have fun games and activities to do while waiting to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. Bella Vie Studios will be there taking pictures of this special moment and will take home […]

Santa Claus loves to get letters from kids who have been good all year long! Drop off your letter to Santa in Santa's Mailbox at the Rec center during normal business hours Nov. 20 - Dec. 11. Remember to include your return address so Santa can write back! Letters must be received by Dec. 11th!

Senior Walk $2R/$3NR. Check Open Gym calendar for updates.

Come and enjoy a fun afternoon with your family playing Dodgeball! All ages 4 & up welcome. Pre-registration is required for the class and all family members attending must register.   Register Here

Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym

Open basketball Walk in fee: $5R/$7NR For the most up-to-date information, please check: www.glpd.com/open-gym