Arlington Heights Park District

We are thrilled to share that Arlington Heights Park District's community partnerships were recognized at IAPD's Best of the Best Awards Gala. Jen Ortman of the Ortman Group with Berkshire Hathaway Stark and Ian Beamer with Guaranteed Rate received the Best Friend of Illinois Parks - Small Business Award for their years of exemplary sponsorship… Read More

All aboard our Storytime Train! On the train to and from Chicago's Ogilvie Transportation Center, our conductor will read the Polar Express storybook, and we'll enjoy music, a snack, and a special visit from Santa. The event begins and ends at the Arlington Heights Train Station in downtown Arlington Heights: train departs from AH at… Read More

All aboard our Storytime Train! On the train to and from Chicago's Ogilvie Transportation Center, our conductor will read the Polar Express storybook, and we'll enjoy music, a snack, and a special visit from Santa. The event begins and ends at the Arlington Heights Train Station in downtown Arlington Heights: train departs at 11:32AM and… Read More

The Arlington Heights Park District is seeking community support to obtain an Illinois Department of Natural Resources Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant for a major revitalization project at Centennial Park. The $1.8 million initiative will enhance the park with the following upgrades: Updated fishing pier and overlook A new playground New outdoor… Read More

24th Annual Park Foundation Golf Classic scheduled at Arlington Lakes Golf Club on Thursday, October 3. Join us for a four-person scramble competition for a good cause! With your paid registration, you will receive 18-holes of golf with cart, continental breakfast, lunch, snacks and prizes with your participation. Register EVENT DETAILS Located at Arlington Lakes… Read More

New in 2024! Arlington Heights loves a barbecue and we're bringing you the best local food and music. Stop by for barbecue and a pig roast from Porky's BBQ & Catering (food and beverages for purchase) and stay for the games and live performances. Entertainment includes Vibe Dance Co., Abby Kay Band and Exit 147… Read More

Enjoy an evening outside on the grounds of the Arlington Heights Historical Museum for Irish Fest! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy Irish music. Food and drinks are available for purchase. This FREE event runs from 5-10PM. No outside food or beverages allowed. Irish Fest Food Venders 5PM Food Truck -  Kori's Koop  … Read More

Frontier Days, also known as “The Festival”, has been cited several times by readers of the Daily Herald as the finest festival in the northwest suburbs and has been a recipient of the Governor’s Hometown Award three times. The Festival features FREE Entertainment on three stages. Enjoy family events and sports activities along with Carnival… Read More

National Night Out will be held on Tuesday, July 29 at North School Park, from 5:30-8:30PM. As we celebrate police-community relationships that make Arlington Heights a safer place, join us for family entertainment, police K9s, food trucks and more! This event is open and free to the public. This Village of Arlington Heights event has received… Read More

At the IPRA/IAPD Annual Conference, Carrie Fullerton, the Executive Director of AHPD, was honored with the prestigious Robert M. Artz Lifetime Achievement Award. This award is presented to an individual who has truly devoted their career and made an impact on the parks and recreation field. Her career spans more than 30 years and is… Read More