Ultimate Nerf Tag

Ages: Grades 1st-5th Come join us for some fun of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! We'll provide everything you need for this fun afternoon. Grab some friends and come out to play. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle. Fee: $3 Resident/$5 NonResident Register by: Saturday, Dec. 2 Code: 130000B

Ho Ho Ho Holiday Party

Ages: 3-8 years Let’s get together for a fun night celebrating the holiday season! We will be having a grab bag, so bring a wrapped age appropriate gift for a boy or girl (around $5 in value). We will be playing holiday games, making a craft and enjoying some holiday cookies! Pizza dinner will be […]

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Gingerbread Houses

Join us at the Rec Center for this holiday event! Use your imagination and make a yummy edible holiday house. We will have gummies, candy canes, M&Ms and more!  Please notify us in advance of any allergies. Ages: 7-11 Years Fee: $17 Resident/$22 NonResident ($12 each for additional siblings) Register by: Wednesday, Dec. 13 Code: […]

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Santa Claus at the Rec Center

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

  Come to the Grayslake Park District Rec Center to have your picture taken with Santa Claus!  Bring your camera and be ready to smile!  Please bring an item to donate to the Avon Food Pantry. 

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Winter Camp

Advance registration is required by one week before! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Screen Writing for Teens

Age: 12 - 18 years Learn to write the movie you want to see! In this class you will learn how to find ideas, structure your story, write a scene, create characters, write dialogue and write a script. These skills can be used for Instagram videos, Snapchat stories, etc. This is a contractual program.  Location: […]

Preschool Open House: Young 3s Program

Thinking about preschool for your little one? Learn more about our I Love Learning Preschool at an Open House! Please RSVP to Mary Kay Olson at (847) 223-7529 or molson@glpd.com.

Preschool Open House and Art Show

Thinking about preschool for your little one? Learn more about our I Love Learning Preschool at an Open House! Please RSVP to Mary Kay Olson at (847) 223-7529 or molson@glpd.com.

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Intro to Essential Oils Class

Age: 18 years & up Grab some friends and gear up for a fast-paced, ground-up lecture on everything essential oils. You’ll also have some fun in the process! This 1.5 hour class will introduce you to what essential oils are, how essential oils work and how you can use them safely to help support healthy […]

Preschool Open House: 4-Year-Old Program

Jones Island Preschool 243 Harvey Ave., Grayslake

Thinking about preschool for your little one? Learn more about our I Love Learning Preschool at an Open House! Please RSVP to Mary Kay Olson at (847) 223-7529 or molson@glpd.com.

Mother/Daughter Yoga

Age: 6 years - adult Enjoy some quality time together in individual and partner poses, breathing and laughing in this fun yoga class! No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a water bottle, yoga mat and towel to class. Max 2 kids per 1 parent please. This is a contractual program.  Location: Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Rooms […]

Ultimate Nerf Tag

Age: Kindergarten - 8th grade, Girls & Boys Join the Grayslake Park District for a fun afternoon of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! We will provide everything you need for this exciting activity. Grab some friends and come on out to play! Please wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes, and bring a water bottle.  There […]

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Intro to Essential Oils Class

Age: 18 years & up Grab some friends and gear up for a fast-paced, ground-up lecture on everything essential oils. You’ll also have some fun in the process! This 1.5 hour class will introduce you to what essential oils are, how essential oils work and how you can use them safely to help support healthy […]

Screen Writing for Adults

Age: 18 years & up Learn to write the movie you want to see! In this class, you will learn how to find ideas, structure your story, write a scene, create characters, write dialogue and write a script. These skills can be translated into presentations. This is a contractual program. Location: Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room […]

Princess Snowflake Tea Party

Age: 2 - 5 years with adult Join us for this exciting winter tea party! We’ll enjoy tea party foods, make a snowflake wand and decorate wintry cookies. Games, dancing and fun will be had by all. Even our winter snowman friend will join us! Parents - bring your cameras! Location: Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room […]

Cinderella’s Ball – Daddy Daughter Dance

Maravela's Banquet Facility 4 Washington Ave, Fox Lake, IL

Advance registration is required by Monday, January 15! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Mommy & Me Painting Class

Age: 1 - 5 years with adult Join Ms. Joni on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas (Behavior Bear or Friendship Frog). Each participant will take home their masterpiece to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies are included […]

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Orb/Paperweight Class

Age: 12 years & up This class is great for beginners with little or no hot shop experience. During this class, you will make three different round paperweights using various processes and colors. The three paperweights will include a Glo-ball, Shard-ball, Caneball. Each student will leave with a better appreciation for working with hot glass. […]

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DIY Sign Painting Workshop

Age: 18 years & up Ready to get crafty? Join us for a DIY Sign Painting Workshop. Not an artist? No worries – it’s so easy that anyone can do it! Signs range from $25-$45 each. Registration for this program has two steps - first, register for the class using the code below. Then, once […]

FREE Children’s Juggling Show

It’s the Super Hit, Total-Participation, Interactive Program where kids of ALL ages become the “Rock-Star” jugglers and balancers just like Pro Juggler Jason Kollum! The show will WOW all ages of kids and families, as balls, clubs, rings, spinning balls, giant beanbag chairs, and much more will all be sent flying through the air, all […]

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DIY Sign Painting Workshop

Age: 18 years & up Ready to get crafty? Join us for a DIY Sign Painting Workshop. Not an artist? No worries – it’s so easy that anyone can do it! Signs range from $25-$45 each. Registration for this program has two steps - first, register for the class using the code below. Then, once […]

Valentine’s Day Special

Age: 1.5 - 4 years with adult Let’s get together and read a fun Valentine’s Day book with some good friends from the Hundred Acre Woods. Who will be there? Here’s a hint: one friend is pink, small and very kind. Our other friend is yellow and loves to eat honey. We’ll also make a […]

Scooby Doo Scavenger Hunt

Advance registration is required by Saturday, Feb. 3! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Valentine’s Cookies Made Our Way

Advance registration is required by Monday, Feb. 5! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Just Paint the Characters

Age: 6 - 12 years Join Ms. Joni on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas. Each participant will take home their masterpiece to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies are included in the fee. Please wear play clothes […]

Family Bingo Night

Come see for yourself how much fun family bingo can be!

Father/Son Ultimate Nerf Tag

Age: Kindergarten - adult Join the Grayslake Park District for a fun afternoon of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! Grab your dad and come on out to play! Please wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes, and bring a water bottle. Registration is required for both fathers and sons - fathers should register with the code […]

Chemical Free Home

Age: 18 years & up Would you like to learn how to kick toxic chemicals out of your home? Did you know the average person applies 300 chemicals to their body every single day and 80 of those before breakfast? Most are from four things – soap, makeup, shampoo and hair care. The biggest pollutants […]

Teen Dodgeball Night

Age: 11 - 15 years Calling all dodgeball lovers for a night full of smashing fun! Join in for some or all of our dodgeball games hosted throughout the night. Don’t forget to wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes!  Location: Recreation Center Gym Fee: $3 Res. / $5 Nonres. Min / Max: 16 / 36 […]

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Orb/Paperweight Class

Age: 12 years & up This class is great for beginners with little or no hot shop experience. During this class, you will make three different round paperweights using various processes and colors. The three paperweights will include a Glo-ball, Shard-ball, Caneball. Each student will leave with a better appreciation for working with hot glass. […]

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Essential Oils Make and Take Class

Age: 18 years & up Each of us can greatly benefit from using essential oils. Come to this fun class to learn easy recipes using essential oils and make your own roll-ons, scrubs, bath salts, sprays and more. Best of all they are chemical free and you will be able to pamper yourself at home […]

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DIY Sign Painting Workshop

Age: 18 years & up Ready to get crafty? Join us for a DIY Sign Painting Workshop. Not an artist? No worries – it’s so easy that anyone can do it! Signs range from $25-$45 each. Registration for this program has two steps - first, register for the class using the code below. Then, once […]

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Mommy & Me Painting Class

Age: 1 - 5 years with adult Join Ms. Joni on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas (Behavior Bear or Friendship Frog). Each participant will take home their masterpiece to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies are included […]

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Essential Oils Make and Take Class

Age: 18 years & up Each of us can greatly benefit from using essential oils. Come to this fun class to learn easy recipes using essential oils and make your own roll-ons, scrubs, bath salts, sprays and more. Best of all they are chemical free and you will be able to pamper yourself at home […]

Leaping Leprechauns!

Advance registration is required by Friday, Mar. 9! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

Egg Coloring Fun

Advance registration is required by Thursday, Mar. 15! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html

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Spring Break Camp

Advance registration is required by one week prior! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html  

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Frederick School 595 Frederick Road, Grayslake, IL 60030

Location change - due to weather, the Easter Egg Hunt has been moved inside at Frederick School (595 Frederick Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030).  

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Spring Break Camp

Advance registration is required by one week prior! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html  

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Spring Break Camp

Advance registration is required by one week prior! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html  

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Spring Break Camp

Advance registration is required by one week prior! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html  

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Spring Break Camp

Advance registration is required by one week prior! Register online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/grayslake.html  

Administrative Office Closed

The Grayslake Park District Administrative Office will be closed on Friday, March 30 in observance of Good Friday.

NEW! Paw Patrol to the Rescue

Age: 3 - 6 years Come along with your friends from Paw Patrol to help keep Adventure Bay safe! Practice your fire fighter skills by putting out “flames” in our sensory table. Work on your construction skills with Rubble to build the tallest building. Don’t miss this night of Paw Patrol fun! This is a […]

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Just Paint the Characters

Age: 6 - 12 years Join Ms. Joni on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas. Each participant will take home their masterpiece to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies are included in the fee. Please wear play clothes […]

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Orb/Paperweight Class

Age: 12 years & up This class is great for beginners with little or no hot shop experience. During this class, you will make three different round paperweights using various processes and colors. The three paperweights will include a Glo-ball, Shard-ball, Caneball. Each student will leave with a better appreciation for working with hot glass. […]

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Brave Way Self Defense

Age: 12 years & up Originally certified by the State of Illinois to teach police officers, this is one of the easiest to learn and most effective self-defense classes that you can take. The techniques we teach don’t require constant practice or years of training to master. The class is targeted at teens and adults, […]

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Brave Way Self Defense for Active Adults

Age: Active Adults (50 years & up) Originally certified by the State of Illinois to teach police officers, this is one of the easiest to learn and most effective self-defense classes that you can take. The techniques we teach don’t require constant practice or years of training to master. The class is targeted at teens […]

FREE Real Estate Assessment Exemption Workshop

Age: 65 years & up The Chief County Assessment Office and the Lake County Township Assessors Association will be at the Recreation Center to assist residents in completing the 2018 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Application for taxes payable in 2019; as well as service taxpayer needs on other homestead exemptions offered.   Residents will work […]

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DIY Sign Painting Workshop

Age: 18 years & up Ready to get crafty? Join us for a DIY Sign Painting Workshop. Not an artist? No worries – it’s so easy that anyone can do it! Signs range from $25-$45 each. Registration for this program has two steps - first, register for the class using the code below. Then, once […]

Princess Sophia’s Tea Party

Age: 2 - 5 years with adult Mind your manners at the royal event of the season! Dress up in your best attire for this high-class party. Tea (apple juice) and little cakes will be served, then you’ll make a craft and play party games. Ms. Sharon can’t wait to greet you for this fabulous […]

2-Cups Golf Tournament

Don't miss the first golf tournament of the year at the Grayslake Golf Course!

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NEW! Nature Detectives

Age: 4 - 6 years Our Nature Detectives explore nature at its best. Become an expert on a different nature topic each class. Each theme will be explored through hands-on activities, experiments and outdoor exploration. Please make sure your child is dressed for the weather!  Muddy Marshes Marshes are very important to our ecosystem. Explore […]

NEW! Barbie Bakery Party

Age: 3 - 6 years Bring your favorite Barbie doll for a night of Barbie fun! Create your own Barbie-inspired desserts with your friends. Decorate your own pretzels, popcorn and cookies. And, of course, there will be a fun dance party with your doll and new friends. This is a drop off class. Pizza dinner […]

3-Clubs Tournament

Grayslake Golf Course 2150 Drury Lane, Grayslake, IL
$15

FREE Hearing Screening

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Free hearing screening and otoscope exams. Each participant will receive a complimentary ear inspection checking for wax followed by a 15 minute test of sounds to determine any hearing loss and will receive immediate results. Screening will be completed at the Recreation Center.  Pre-registration is required. Please call Shelly Regnier at (847) 223-7529 to reserve […]

Hot Wheels & Legos

Age: 6 - 10 years Build a Hot Wheels track with Lego bridges and towns! Use your imagination to build Lego bridges, towers and tunnels for a Hot Wheels tracks to go through. Each child will receive a small Lego kit and Hot Wheels car to bring home. Pizza and juice are provided. Don’t miss […]

GO GRAYSLAKE Community Walk

Central Park Aquatic Fields 250 Library Lane, Grayslake

For more information, visit our GO GRAYSLAKE page!

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Brave Way Self Defense for Active Adults

Age: Active Adults (50 years & up) Originally certified by the State of Illinois to teach police officers, this is one of the easiest to learn and most effective self-defense classes that you can take. The techniques we teach don’t require constant practice or years of training to master. The class is targeted at teens […]

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NEW! Nature Detectives

Age: 4 - 6 years Our Nature Detectives explore nature at its best. Become an expert on a different nature topic each class. Each theme will be explored through hands-on activities, experiments and outdoor exploration. Please make sure your child is dressed for the weather!  Muddy Marshes Marshes are very important to our ecosystem. Explore […]

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Brave Way Self Defense

Age: 12 years & up Originally certified by the State of Illinois to teach police officers, this is one of the easiest to learn and most effective self-defense classes that you can take. The techniques we teach don’t require constant practice or years of training to master. The class is targeted at teens and adults, […]

NEW! PJ Masks to Save the Day!

Age: 3 - 6 years Calling all superheroes! Grab your friends and join us as we go into the night to save the day! Catboy, Owlette and Gekko will help us complete our venture while showing great bravery! We’ll play games, watch a video, read a story and do other fun superhero activities. This is […]

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Nifty Fifty Monthly Senior Club

Join the best monthly senior club around! Have so much fun socializing while playing bingo, cards and games. For just $2 per person, why not give it a try? Refreshments, coffee and tea are provided by Knauz Autopark and prizes are provided by Grayslake Rehabilitation. Meetings are held the 4th Wednesday of every month at […]

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NEW! Nature Detectives

Age: 4 - 6 years Our Nature Detectives explore nature at its best. Become an expert on a different nature topic each class. Each theme will be explored through hands-on activities, experiments and outdoor exploration. Please make sure your child is dressed for the weather!  Muddy Marshes Marshes are very important to our ecosystem. Explore […]

Administrative Office Closed

The Grayslake Park District Administrative Office will be closed on Saturday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.

Administrative Office Closed

The Grayslake Park District Administrative Office will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day.

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Stand Up Paddle Board Class

Age: 12 years & up Stand up paddle boarding is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, offering a great low-stress core workout. Grayslake is an ideal paddling spot with calm waves and warm water, and this basic skills class will get you up and paddling (literally!) in next to no time. We provide […]

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Book and Boogie!

Age: 3 - 6 years Join us as we pair picture books with dance and movement activities for a fantastically fun preschool story time!! Each week will feature a new story, movement, music and art project. Children should be potty trained. This is a drop off class. Sign up for one or more classes this summer! Class dates: […]

Elmo’s Bubble Party

Ages: 2-5 years with adult Help Elmo welcome in the summer with a fun party! Create fantastic bubbles, enjoy story time and have some good old fashioned fun playing with Elmo!   Date: Saturday, June 9 from 930-10-15am Fee: $10 R / $13 NR ($5 for each additional sibling) Code: 401032A   Advance registration required […]

Cheese and Wine, Anyone?

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 55 years & up There’s nothing like a savory cheese to complement fine wine! Join us to learn how cheese is made and about the fine art of wine making. Our first stop will be to tour Cedar Grove Cheese Inc., a small local cheese factory that specializes in specialty cheeses. Then, enjoy a […]

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Book and Boogie!

Age: 3 - 6 years Join us as we pair picture books with dance and movement activities for a fantastically fun preschool story time!! Each week will feature a new story, movement, music and art project. Children should be potty trained. This is a drop off class. Sign up for one or more classes this summer! Class dates: […]

Dinosaur Expedition

Jones Island Pavilion 243 Harvey Ave, Grayslake, IL

Age: 4-8 years Are dinosaurs a hit in your house? Then this class is for your child! Learn which dinosaurs roamed the Great Plains, what they would eat, and how they would hunt to survive. After we learn about these dinosaurs, we will trek out to the sand to search for fossil remains. Thursday, June 14 from […]

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Mommy & Me Painting Class

Age: 1 - 5 years with adult Join Ms. Joni from Characters of Character on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas and create a paper bag puppet. Each participant will take home their masterpieces to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies […]

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Just Paint the Characters

Age: 6 - 12 years Join Ms. Joni on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas and create a paper bag puppet. Each participant will take home their masterpieces to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies are included in […]

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Mommy & Me Painting Class

Age: 1 - 5 years with adult Join Ms. Joni from Characters of Character on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas and create a paper bag puppet. Each participant will take home their masterpieces to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies […]

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Just Paint the Characters

Age: 6 - 12 years Join Ms. Joni on an adventure! We’ll read a social story on a specific character trait, then paint this character on canvas and create a paper bag puppet. Each participant will take home their masterpieces to use as a visual reminder to have good character. All supplies are included in […]

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Brave Way Self Defense

Age: 12 years & up Originally certified by the State of Illinois to teach police officers, this is one of the easiest to learn and most effective self-defense classes that you can take. The techniques we teach don’t require constant practice or years of training to master. The class is targeted at teens and adults, […]