Avalon Park Advisory Council

04/27/2026

Summer is almost here! ☀ Kick off summertime in Chicago with us and the Chicago Park District on Saturday, May 9 at our annual as we switch on the iconic Buckingham Fountain. Join us at this free, family-friendly event that includes live entertainment, interactive activities, and fun giveaways. ⛲ Learn more about event details

04/18/2026

Registration will open on Monday at 9 a.m. for parks west of California Avenue and continue on Tuesday at 9 a.m. for parks east of California Avenue. In-person registration varies by park and begins on Saturday, April 25.

Summer registration for Chicago Park District programs will open next week.

02/05/2026

https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/participatory-budgeting

LAKEFRONT TRAIL ALERT: Due to weather conditions, the lakefront trail is closed from North Ave. to Ohio St., as are the underpasses at North Ave., Division St., Oak St., and Chicago Ave. See the Lakefront Trail map here.

02/05/2026

https://news.wttw.com/2026/01/20/chicago-park-district-giving-residents-say-how-spend-500k

The district has set aside $500,000 for a participatory budget program in which residents will have an opportunity to submit ideas and vote on the category of projects they want prioritized.

01/08/2026

Calling all Chicago artists! We're partnering with DCASE to commission public art for the future DuSable (Jean Baptiste Pointe) Park that will uplift Native voices, honor Indigenous inhabitants’ continued presence and their foundational role in the origins of Chicago. Apply by Jan. 9. Learn more at chicago.gov/DCASE.

The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) supports artists and cultural organizations, invests in the creative economy, and expands access and participation in the arts throughout Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods. As a collaborative cultural presenter, arts funder, an...

01/05/2026

https://youtu.be/SJUDn7gBPnQ

Avalon Park is one of the smaller, lesser-known enclaves of Chicago's South Side. Producer Tom talks to Paul Durica of the Chicago History Museum about its h...

12/01/2025

The Chicago Park’s Winter Program Schedule is now live for viewing! Featuring a wide selection of offerings, there is something for everyone to keep active this winter season. See what interests you at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/winter-2026-programs.

10/27/2025

Be the first of your friends to secure your summer job! Take the Lifeguard Skills Swim Test on Fri., Nov. 14 & be on your way to working poolside or on the beachfront in 2026. 👉 Sign-up today at https://bit.ly/ApplyNOW-Lifeguard. #