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    Achieve your fitness goals at Ackerman SFC

    Start now with $0 joining fee, 65+ weekly group fitness classes, and budget-friendly membership options.
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    Achieve your fitness goals at Ackerman SFC

    Start now with $0 joining fee, 65+ weekly group fitness classes, and budget-friendly membership options.

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    Recycle your old or broken holiday lights

    Do you have a set of holiday lights that you can’t get to work? You can recycle them free of charge, thanks to our partnership with Elgin Recycling.
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    Recycle your old or broken holiday lights

    Do you have a set of holiday lights that you can’t get to work? You can recycle them free of charge, thanks to our partnership with Elgin Recycling.

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    Toys for Tots Toy Drive with Characters

    Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate for Toys for Tots and meet your favorite princesses, superheroes, and more!
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    Toys for Tots Toy Drive with Characters

    Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate for Toys for Tots and meet your favorite princesses, superheroes, and more!

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    Holiday Light Recycling

    Keep your unwanted and broken holiday light strands and extension cords out of the landfill. We’re once again partnering with Elgin Recycling to offer free holiday light recycling.
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    2024/25 Winter Break Holiday Hours

    Glen Ellyn Park District facilities may be closed or have limited operating hours during the holidays, starting on Sunday, December 22, 2024, and ending on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Normal operating hours will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. View facility schedules »

    Meet Your Favorite Characters at the 5th Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive!

    Celebrate the season of giving at the 5th Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive on Sunday, December 8, from 1 pm to 3 pm at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center (800 St. Charles Road). Bring a new, unwrapped toy to brighten the holidays for children in need and enjoy a magical meet-and-greet featuring some of your favorite characters. Read More »

    Ackerman Parking Lot: Construction Updates

    Construction on the perimeter ‘ring road’ parking lot at Ackerman Park is underway. This project aims to enhance the lot by improving surfacing, widening aisles and stalls, and increasing accessibility for all visitors. Construction is expected to continue until Thanksgiving, with portions of the lot closed during this time. Temporary parking and alternate routes will be provided to ensure a smooth experience for all users. For the latest updates, maps, and more, visit our Capital Projects page at gepark.org/projects. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we undertake these important improvements.

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