Go! Skokie, September Happenings, Touch a Truck +

September 1, 2023

Get ready to move in September – it's free!

Raffle deadline is today

Commit to be active this September! During the entire month of September, we are asking you to commit to walk or move for 30 minutes every day!

Free incentive walking events and programs will 'pop-up' in September, including Skokie Story Stroll, walking meet-ups, free open skate, BOGO mini-golf, fitness classes, and much more, to encourage you to keep moving!

Check out the district's September Happenings calendar!

If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in September, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.

Click on the calendar below to view it and access its links.

Click here for the entire calendar of events at the Skokie Park District.

Free hot dogs and fun at Central Park

Includes a park renovation ribbon cutting!

Join us at the final summer 'Hot Dogs in the Park' stop at Central Park!

Visit for free hot dogs (including Kosher, Halal and Veggie), conversations with Skokie Park District staff and family-friendly fun, including bounce house play for the kids and a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the park's nearly-complete renovation!

Thursday, September 7, 5-7 p.m.

Central Park

9350 Central Park Ave.

Fall Into Health Fair

Learn how to take charge of your health and feel great!

This annual morning health fair offers:

Physical, emotional and mental health education
Free admission and parking
Free use of the Fitness First health club
Free Starbucks coffee
Free samples and health tips

Saturday, September 9, 9 a.m.– noon

Weber Leisure Center

9300 Weber Park Place

Touch a Truck!

See and touch the big rigs up close for free!

Trucks and machinery from the Skokie Park District, the Village of Skokie and more, will be on hand for children to explore.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times during this event.

Saturday, September 9, 9:30–11 a.m.

Oakton Community Center

4701 Oakton St.

Skokie Heritage Museum events!

Free Gallery Walk: Le'Ana Asher

Meet the artist of our newest exhibit and learn about her works on display! Le’Ana Asher is an award-winning contemporary artist known for her powerful representations of Native American culture. With a profound connection to her Ojibwe heritage, she creates vibrant and evocative paintings that explore themes of memory, identity, and resiliency. Her exhibit will be on the second floor of the Skokie Heritage Museum from through Dec. 6.

Free to attend! No pre-registration required.

September 9, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Skokie Heritage Museum

8031 Floral Ave.

Grandparents' Day & Ice Cream Social

Bring the whole family! Enjoy some ice cream while discussing, exploring, and strengthening intergenerational relationships through the lens of indigenous philosophy and history, led by Pamala Silas (Menominee). After, join us for a collaborative craft or two and make a family keepsake to take home.

September 10, 2-4 p.m.

Skokie Heritage Museum

8031 Floral Ave.

Perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Fee: $5

Skokie Story Stroll at Peccia Park

Bring the family to the final Story Stroll of the summer and read the free children's stories on display at Peccia Park!

As you stroll along the trail, you are directed to the next page in the story. Enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time!

August 28–September 29

Peccia Park – "Fry Bread"

Told in lively and powerful verse by debut author Kevin Noble Maillard, "Fry Bread" is an evocative depiction of a modern Native American family, vibrantly illustrated by award-winner Juana Martinez-Neal. The New York Times says, “A wonderful and sweet book. Lovely stuff.”

Peccia Park is located at 5425 Brummel St.

Your Fall Program Guide is here!

The Skokie Park District's fall classes and events are now online and with them the district's online Fall Program Guide.

The Fall Program Guide offers you and your family an enormous variety of recreational, educational and fitness alternatives, including many special events.

Celebrate fall by finding a new passion at your Skokie Park District!

Click on the guide cover to join the fun!