Via the Chicago Park District

Make this winter a good one, sign up for a Chicago Park District program.  You can view winter programs online at chicagoparkdistrict.com.  Program registration begins Monday, Nov. 30 online and Saturday, Dec. 5 in person at the parks.  The session runs the weeks of Monday, Jan. 4 - Sunday, March 21.  

Refund Deadline Reminder: 
The deadline to request program refunds has been changed to two weeks prior to the program's start date. Many winter programs begin on 1/4/10, but program start dates vary.  Make sure to confirm the start date of the program(s) you registered for. This policy applies to both online and in-person registrations.  A 15% service charge is deducted from all ALL refunds and cancellations.

Embrace the cold - get out and skate!

Stay active throughout winter at citywide ice skating rinks. The Park District's nine rinks are open Saturday, Nov. 28 - Sunday, Feb. 28, weather permitting. Bring your own ice skates and skate for free!  Each site offers skate rentals for various fees and concessions are available at most rinks. All rinks are outdoors with the exception of McFetridge in California Park. Go here for more information.