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    Par-Tee for Parks Mini-Golf Tournament

    Swing into fun at the Parks Foundation’s first-ever mini golf tournament on Thursday, September 18, with music, food, and drinks.
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    Par-Tee for Parks Mini-Golf Tournament

    Swing into fun at the Parks Foundation’s first-ever mini golf tournament on Thursday, September 18, with music, food, and drinks.

    Register »

    From Parking Lot to Park: Phase 1 - Donate Today

    Funds raised for Phase 1 will help provide a children’s nature play area, seasonal ice rink, and a landscaped plaza on Duane Street.
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    From Parking Lot to Park: Phase 1 - Donate Today

    Funds raised for Phase 1 will help provide a children’s nature play area, seasonal ice rink, and a landscaped plaza on Duane Street.

    Donate »

    Don't miss the Glow in the Park Lantern Walk

    Support Lurie Children’s by joining us on Friday, September 12, for an evening of family-friendly activities, music, and an illuminated paper lantern walk around the lake.
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    Don't miss the Glow in the Park Lantern Walk

    Support Lurie Children’s by joining us on Friday, September 12, for an evening of family-friendly activities, music, and an illuminated paper lantern walk around the lake.

    Learn more »

    Glen Ellyn Park District Native Tree & Shrub Sale

    Enhance your yard and help local wildlife with beautiful native trees and shrubs from our pre-order sale. Order by Sunday, September 14.
    Order today »

    Glen Ellyn Park District Native Tree & Shrub Sale

    Enhance your yard and help local wildlife with beautiful native trees and shrubs from our pre-order sale. Order by Sunday, September 14.

    Order today »

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    Lace Up for the Lake Ellyn 1-Mile Classic on September 14

    Experience the beauty of early fall at the Lake Ellyn 1-Mile Classic, a scenic run around picturesque Lake Ellyn Park on Sunday, September 14, 2025, with waves starting at 8 am. Open to ages 12 months and up, this family-friendly event welcomes runners of all levels. Participants ages 6 and up will complete a one-mile loop, while the Kids Dash offers a shorter 0.25-mile race along Lenox Road for ages 12 months–5 years.

    Registration includes a t-shirt, and awards will be presented for various age groups and categories. The fee is $20 per person (adults may accompany children in the Kids Dash without registering). Don’t miss this fun celebration of community and fitness! Register by September 8 »

    Labor Day hours

    Glen Ellyn Park District facilities will be closed or have special hours on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day. In case of inclement or cold weather, please check the hotline for any delayed openings or facility closures at Sunset Pool, Holes & Knolls, and Maryknoll Splash Park. Have a safe and happy holiday! View hours »

    Panfish Park Playground: Proposed Equipment Update

    Following the recent renovation of the playground at Panfish Park, community members expressed interest in having more equipment for children ages 2–5 at this site. In response, the Park District is considering replacing the current teeter-totter with a new play structure designed for younger children. Read More »

    Swing Into Fun: Foundation Hosts Mini Golf Tournament with Music, Food, and Drinks – September 18

    Gather your friends and join the Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation for its inaugural mini golf tournament on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6-10 pm. Enjoy an evening filled with mini golf, live music, delicious food, and a variety of beverages, including beer, wine, seltzer, and boozy slushies made with Glen Ellyn’s own Sunset Slush. Non-alcoholic drinks will also be available. Your admission includes two complimentary beverages per golfer. Register »

    2025 Native Tree & Shrub Sale Now Open!

    This pre-order sale is open to both residents and nonresidents, offering everyone the opportunity to enhance their landscapes with beautiful and beneficial native plants. Choose from a diverse selection of more than 25 native tree and shrub varieties, including Bald Cypress, Red Chokeberry, New Jersey Tea, Juneberry, and Meadowsweet. Read More »

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