Chicago Ridge Park District

06/19/2026

✨🌙 Lily Pad Magical Night! 🌙✨

The fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down! Join us for Lily Pad Magical Night and experience the splash pad under the stars.

📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Lily Pad Splash Pad, 6246 Birmingham

💲 Residents Only – $3 per person

Enjoy a magical evening as the Lily Pad stays open late for Chicago Ridge residents. Every guest will receive a glow necklace to light up the night while enjoying all the splash pad fun!

🔹 Current resident ID is required for admission.
🔹 Proper attire is required.

Bring your family and friends for a glowing night of summer fun at the Lily Pad!

06/18/2026

Here's a sneak peak of all the delicious menu items that will be offered at Karnoski's Gourmet Pasta La Vista's Food Truck at the Sounds of Summer concert tonight at 6:30 pm in Freedom Park.

Be sure to come hungry they have pasta of course but so much more!

06/18/2026

🧁👨‍👧 Father/Daughter Cupcake Wars! 👨‍👧🧁

Calling all dads and daughters! Get ready for a sweet night of teamwork, creativity, and friendly competition at our Father/Daughter Cupcake Wars!

📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Freedom Activity Center
6252 Birmingham, Chicago Ridge

Teams will compete in three exciting cupcake decorating challenges using mystery ingredients and unique decorating tools. Cupcakes will be judged on appearance, taste, and creativity as families battle for the title of Cupcake Wars Champions! 🏆

After the competition, families will enjoy their delicious creations, take memorable photos, and bring home all of the cupcakes they make!

👧 Ages 5–12
💲 $25 Residents / $30 Non-Residents

Register at: https://chridgeparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=249

Spots are limited, so don't miss this fun-filled evening of frosting, family, and friendly competition!

06/18/2026

Don't miss another one of Chicago Ridge Park District's Sounds of Summer Concerts TONIGHT! 🎶☀️

Join us at Freedom Park for a great summer evening featuring live music from MIDNIGHT—bringing a fun variety of music for all ages!

And come hungry! 🍝🔥
Karnoski's Gourmet Pasta La Vista food truck will be onsite serving up delicious pasta, beef, and more fan favorites.

Plus, stop by the Lily Pad Splash Pad concessions 🍕🌭🍦
Enjoy: Hot dogs, Pizza, Chicken Tenders, Fries, Ice Cream and More! Plus, available all summer, the Patriotic Combo - a snow cone and popcorn for just $2.50!

📍 Freedom Park (Birmingham & Oak) Freedom Park
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM

Bring your lawn chairs, bring the family, and enjoy a perfect night of music, food, and summer fun. See you there! 🎵🌙

06/17/2026

Due to inclement weather, both Ball Fore and Lily Pad are both closed for the day!

Send a message to learn more

06/17/2026

🔥🍖 PITMASTERS WANTED! 🍗🔥

The grills are heating up, but we still need more competitors for the inaugural Ridge Backyard BBQ Battle!

Do you have a championship rib recipe? A chicken recipe that always steals the show? This is your chance to prove your skills and compete for BBQ glory!

📅 Saturday, August 29
📍 Freedom Park (Birmingham & Oak)

Competition Categories

🍖 Ribs – $100 Entry Fee
🍗 Chicken – $50 Entry Fee
🔥 Compete in Both – $150 Entry Fee

Join fellow BBQ enthusiasts for a day packed with:

🎶 Live Music
👧 Kids Activities
🎯 Family Fun & Games
🍔 Public Tasting & Awards
🎸 Jessie’s Girl Live Performance
✨ Spectacular Laser Show

Whether you're a seasoned smoker master or simply the neighborhood grill champion, we want YOU competing at the Ridge Backyard BBQ Battle!

⏳ Don't wait—spaces are limited and registration is open now!

👉 Register today:
https://chridgeparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program

Tag your favorite grill master and help us find the best BBQ around! 🔥🍖

06/17/2026

💦🔬 Lily Pad Splash Lab 🔬💦

Get ready to experiment, measure, and make a splash!

Join us at the Lily Pad Splash Pad on Thursday, June 25 from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM for an exciting hands-on science adventure. Participants will explore boat building, angles and water flow, and finish with fun races in the water!

🏊 Bring your swimsuit and towel because the program ends with splash time and a delicious sno cone!

📍 Lily Pad Splash Pad
6246 Birmingham

👧🧒 Ages: 6–10
💲 Fee: $10 Residents / $15 Non-Residents

Register at: https://chridgeparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=228

Don't miss this unique combination of science, learning, and summer fun!

Chicago Ridge Park District Board of Commissioners: Rob Pratl • Mary Crout • Dave Conrad • Jamie Albon • Bob Meyer

06/16/2026

🌳☀️ THIS SATURDAY! Join Us for Neighbors in the Park! ☀️🌳

Chicago Ridge Park District and Worth Park District are teaming up for an afternoon of family fun, games, and community connections! 🤝💚

📅 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 12:00–3:00 PM
📍 Peaks Park & Ball Fore, 107th Street & Oak Park Avenue
🎯 Golf Challenges
🏀 Basketball Games
🔎 Scavenger Hunts
🎉 And so much more!
Bring the whole family and spend the afternoon with your neighbors enjoying friendly competition and summer fun. 🌞
🍔 Concessions and a food truck will be available for purchase.
🎟️ FREE EVENT!
We can't wait to see our Chicago Ridge and Worth communities come together for a great day in the park!
📞 Chicago Ridge Park District: (708) 423-3959
🌐 www.chicagoridgeparks.com

06/16/2026

Chicago Ridge Park District Chicago Ridge Park District Sounds of Summer Concert Series continues THIS THURSDAY! 🎶☀️

Join us at Freedom Park for another great night of live music, community, and summer fun under the open sky!

This week we’re featuring Midnight, bringing a wide variety of music ! 🎵

📅 This Thursday, June 18
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Freedom Park (Birmingham & Oak) Freedom Park
🎵 Midnight – Variety

And come hungry! 🍝🔥
Pasta La Vista food truck will be onsite serving up delicious pasta, beef, and more fan favorites.

Plus, stop by the Lily Pad Splash Pad concessions 🍕🌭🍦
Enjoy: Hot dogs, Pizza, Chicken Tenders, Fries, Ice Cream and More! Plus, available all summer, the Patriotic Combo - a snow cone and popcorn for just $2.50!

📍 Freedom Park (Birmingham & Oak) Freedom Park
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM

Grab your lawn chairs, bring the family, and meet your friends for a perfect summer evening in the park. You won’t want to miss it!

06/15/2026

🫧💙 DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER FOR BUBBLE BLAST! 💙🫧
Calling all little ones (and their grown-ups)! Join the Chicago Ridge Park District for a playful morning full of bubbles, creativity, and early learning fun! 🐥✨
📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 9:30–10:15 AM
📍 Freedom Activity Center
Designed especially for ages 0–2 with a parent/guardian, this interactive program includes:
🫧 Bubble painting
🫧 Bubble popping
🫧 Sensory play & creative activities
🫧 Fun that supports early motor skill development
💲 $10 Residents / $15 Non-Residents
Spots are limited—don’t miss this bubbly experience made just for our youngest participants! Register today:
https://chridgeparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=237
🫧🐥