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Fire Hydr-Art Experience

            Check out these colorful creations! Palatine Park District, in cooperation with the Palatine Park Foundation and the Village of Palatine, offered a community art event of fire hydrant painting this summer. Fire hydrants near park district facilities and parks served as the canvas for this beautification project. Community artists […]

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2020 Howl-O-Ween Participants at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater

Pup-kin Spice and Everything Nice at Howl-O-Ween Party for Dogs

We are digging up some Spooktacular tricks and treats this year for a very Happy Howl-O-Ween Party for Dogs on Tuesday, October 12 at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater!

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Building a Strong Community From the Ground Up with Palatine Park District Preschool Teachers

Palatine Park District Preschool Teachers: Building a Strong Community From the Ground Up

For teachers like Julie Johnson, Tracy Seebacher, and Juanita Wundsam, whose children all attended Palatine Park District Preschool programs, applying for a Preschool Teacher position seemed only natural.

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Volunteers Working to Clean Up Underpass

Palatine Resident and Artist Excites Community with Beautification Project

For years, the underpass tunnel at Hicks Road has been a hotspot for graffiti to be thrown on the walls. Compared to the rest of the path, with its natural landscape, inviting parks, and peaceful atmosphere, this section has seemed out of place. As of July 2021, two large scale murals will be painted on the tunnel walls.

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Kumi Nagaya singing behind two soloists at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater.

COVID Opens Up Opportunities for Palatine Park District’s Allegro Community Chorus

Allegro Community Chorus was presented with a new set of challenges when COVID-19 hit last spring. However, the switch to hybrid rehearsals provided a new and exciting opportunity for one dedicated chorus member, who after moving back to Japan, was now able to continue participating in rehearsals over Zoom from across the globe. Kumi Nagaya […]

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Palatine Park District Turkey Trot Turns 40

Palatine Park District’s Thanksgiving Race Turns 40

Ron Gbur, former Executive Director of Palatine Park District, was new to the recreation department when he pitched the Thanksgiving Day event 40 years ago. The goal was to create a family-orientated fitness tradition, that inspired the community to get outside, break a sweat, and spend time with their loved ones.

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Share Your Palatine Park District Memories for Special 75th Anniversary Slideshow

Palatine Park District needs your help! We are collecting photos from community members to help celebrate our 75 years of service. All you need to do is tell us a little bit about your photo. Submit as many photos as you can find!

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Washing Hands

COVID-19 Preventive Recommendations

Palatine Park District has always put the safety and well-being of our community members at the highest priority. With that said, the District would like to reinforce what the Cook County Health Department, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) have published regarding Coronavirus. Currently, the CDC is […]

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Group Gathered for Public Lands Day 2019

The Numbers Add Up… Volunteer at Palatine Park District

Palatine Park District is always looking for enthusiastic individuals and groups of all ages who are interested in serving the community with their time and talents.

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Recent News Articles

  • Volunteers Recognized at Palatine Park District Annual Recognition Luncheon

    Palatine Park District recognized the tremendous efforts of its volunteer organizations at its annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon on Saturday, February 4. Volunteers from affiliate groups and associated organizations of the District were honored for their countless hours of giving back. Volunteers were chosen by each organization for service during the 2022 calendar year.   The […]

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    Susannah’s Gift Benefit Show

      UPDATE: December 15, 2022 Please note that this event has been cancelled. We look forward to rescheduling it in 2023!   Watch a holiday classic on the big screen and give back to the Palatine Park District Cultural Arts Programs at the Susannah’s Gift Benefit Show. The fundraiser on Saturday, December 17 at 2:30pm […]

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    Announcement of Election for Park Commissioner of Palatine Park District

      Announcement of Election for Park Commissioner of Palatine Park District Consolidated Election April 4, 2023 September 22, 2022 Palatine Park District will be accepting Nominating Petitions from December 12, 2022 through December 19, 2022 for one (1) six-year term Park Commissioner. The office of Park Commissioner is an elected position with no financial compensation. […]

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  • Fire Hydr-Art Experience

                Check out these colorful creations! Palatine Park District, in cooperation with the Palatine Park Foundation and the Village of Palatine, offered a community art event of fire hydrant painting this summer. Fire hydrants near park district facilities and parks served as the canvas for this beautification project. Community artists […]

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    Rainout Line System

      We can’t predict the weather, but we can improve the way the Palatine Park District communicates weather-related closings and field conditions. The District is using Rainout Line to give our community the most up-to-date information on field status, special event updates, pool closures and facility operations. Finding Rainout Line information and updates is easy. […]

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250 E. Wood St.
Palatine, IL 60067
Phone: 847.991.0333

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Recreation Center
435 W. Illinois Ave.
Palatine, IL 60067
Phone: 847.991.1960

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Recreation Center
2195 N. Hicks Rd.
Palatine, IL 60074
Phone:  847.202.5111

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