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    Parks Foundation's Photos with Santa

    Capture the perfect holiday photo with Santa at the Boathouse on November 22! Reserve your spot with our professional photographer today.
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    Parks Foundation's Photos with Santa

    Capture the perfect holiday photo with Santa at the Boathouse on November 22! Reserve your spot with our professional photographer today.

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    Ready to run? Our free Turkey Trot awaits!

    Join us on Thanksgiving morning at 8 am to strut your stuffing and support the Glen House Food Pantry!
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    Ready to run? Our free Turkey Trot awaits!

    Join us on Thanksgiving morning at 8 am to strut your stuffing and support the Glen House Food Pantry!

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    Wing It Turkey Shootout Free Throw Challenge

    Join us on Wednesday, November 26, for a fun-filled basketball challenge where kids and adults team up to score the most shots!
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    Wing It Turkey Shootout Free Throw Challenge

    Join us on Wednesday, November 26, for a fun-filled basketball challenge where kids and adults team up to score the most shots!

    Register »

    Recycle your pumpkins: Smash or drop & go

    Bring your jack-o'-lanterns and pumpkins for composting on Saturday, November 8. Drop them off or join in the smashing fun!
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    Recycle your pumpkins: Smash or drop & go

    Bring your jack-o'-lanterns and pumpkins for composting on Saturday, November 8. Drop them off or join in the smashing fun!

    Learn More »

    Winter Playbook registration is open

    Sign up for an old favorite or try something new! You are just a few clicks away from making the most of your winter.
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    Winter Playbook registration is open

    Sign up for an old favorite or try something new! You are just a few clicks away from making the most of your winter.

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    Sports, Crafts, and Santa Photos on Saturday, December 13!

    Get ready for a jolly good time at Sports and Fun with Santa at Ackerman SFC! On Saturday, December 13, from 10 am to 12 pm, kids (ages 3-12, with an adult) can enjoy festive games, sports, arts and crafts, delicious pizza, and even snap a picture with Santa himself! Please note: this is not a drop-off event. Adult supervision of children is required. Register »

    Team Up for the Wing It Turkey Shootout!

    Join us for the Wing It Turkey Shootout Free Throw Challenge on Wednesday, November 26, from 10 am to 12 pm. This exciting event pairs children ages 6-12 with an adult to compete for a trophy and a Thanksgiving turkey. Each team member gets 10 free throw shots, and the most accurate teams win. Adults can compete with more than one child. Enjoy snacks and refreshments, too! Registration is required for children only. Register »

    Pumpkin Smash Event: Give Your Jack-o’-Lantern a Green Goodbye

    Don’t trash your pumpkins—smash them! Keep those old jack-o’-lanterns out of the landfill by bringing them to Village Green Park on Saturday, November 8, from 9 am to 11 am for composting. Drop off and go, or bring a baseball bat or shovel to smash and chop your pumpkin! Please ensure that all decorations and candles are removed, and that none of the pumpkins are painted. Learn more »

    Refund Policy Update – A Message from Your Park District

    As part of our commitment to continually improving the programs and services we offer, the Glen Ellyn Park District has recently updated our refund policy, which can be viewed here. This updated policy will go into effect on January 1, 2026. Read More »

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