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    Enter the Fireworks from the Fishing Pier Raffle

    Winner and guests will get to watch the 4th of July fireworks from this premier spot on Lake Ellyn.
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    Enter the Fireworks from the Fishing Pier Raffle

    Winner and guests will get to watch the 4th of July fireworks from this premier spot on Lake Ellyn.

    Buy tickets »

    Score a hole-in-one at Holes & Knolls

    Winding slopes, streams, bridges, and tunnels add to the challenge at Holes & Knolls Mini Golf. Perfect for an afternoon of family fun!
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    Score a hole-in-one at Holes & Knolls

    Winding slopes, streams, bridges, and tunnels add to the challenge at Holes & Knolls Mini Golf. Perfect for an afternoon of family fun!

    Rates & Hours »

    Family Fun in the Neighborhood

    Don't miss this FREE evening of entertainment, craft projects, face painting, and more on July 8.
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    Family Fun in the Neighborhood

    Don't miss this FREE evening of entertainment, craft projects, face painting, and more on July 8.

    Join the Fun »

    Unplug and Play on Saturday, July 12

    Enjoy tech-free sports and activities at Unplug Illinois, a free community event at Ackerman SFC.
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    Unplug and Play on Saturday, July 12

    Enjoy tech-free sports and activities at Unplug Illinois, a free community event at Ackerman SFC.

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    Family Fun in the Neighborhood with Miss Jamie’s Farm on Tuesday, July 8

    Family Fun in the Neighborhood is coming to Lake Foxcroft Park on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, from 5-7 pm. Pack a picnic and join us for an evening of FREE entertainment including Miss Jamie’s Farm, interactive games, face painting, arts and crafts, and more! Learn More »

    Fireworks from the Fishing Pier Raffle: Tickets On Sale Now!

    Ticket sales are open for the Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation’s Fireworks from the Fishing Pier raffle. Enter for your chance to win VIP seating on the Lake Ellyn fishing pier to watch the Fourth of July fireworks with up to 11 guests! Plus, it’s all for a good cause! Get your tickets by 3 pm on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at givebutter.com/FireworksRaffle2025.

    Summer Break at the Lake Extended to Two Nights for 2025!

    Get ready for Summer Break at the Lake – two nights of unforgettable music, drinks, and food at Lake Ellyn Park! On Thursday, June 26, bring the whole family for a NEW all-ages show featuring Good Clean Fun from 7-8:30 pm. On Friday, June 27, the 21+ crowd can enjoy Rock The Ivory from 5:30-7 pm, followed by American English from 7:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 5 pm both evenings.

    Sip on drinks from local favorites like The Beer Cellar, Two Hound Red, Ko-ze Wine Room, and Common Good Cocktail House, and enjoy tasty bites from a variety of food trucks, all available for purchase. Secure your spot for just $10 per person per evening by registering online before June 25 at gepark.org/register. Tickets will be $15 at the door (if available). Registration is required for all attendees ages 3 and older.

    Fourth of July Closures and Hours

    Park District facilities will be closed or have special hours on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. Click here to view all facility hours.

    • For information on delayed openings or facility closures at Sunset Pool, Holes & Knolls, and Maryknoll Splash Park due to inclement or cold weather, please visit the Park District hotline line at gepark.org/hotline. Here, you can also check for updates on the Freedom Four 4-Mile Run/Walk.
    • The 4th of July parade and fireworks are organized by the Fourth of July Committee, an all-volunteer organization in Glen Ellyn. For more information on these events, visit their website at: glenellyn4thofjuly.org

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