New Year Happenings, '22 in review, snow fun +

December 30, 2022

Check out January & February Happenings

If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in January and February, 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.

See the district's 2022 'Year in Review' video

In 2022, Skokie Park District staff continued to find ways for patrons to stay active and entertained. The video below offers a look at a year that brought joy to thousands of Skokie and area residents.

We've got the snow!

The Skokie Park District offers winter snow fun! Click below for just a few options:

Video: Sled hill at Schack Park

Snowshoe Clinic & Snowshoe Ramble

Snowshoe Rentals at Emily Oaks

Winter Chilly Fest

Look for more outdoor opportunities this winter in our Winter Guide below and on Facebook!

Stop by the Weber Leisure Center today to take a tour and get this great Fitness First deal!

The Emily Oaks Gnome Hunt is on!

Visit the Emily Oaks Nature Center and discover our hidden gnomes during winter break! There are 26 in total –– one for each letter of the alphabet!

The event is free. You can also bring the fun home with Build-Your-Own Mini-Gnome Kits available for $3 at Emily Oaks! For additional questions, email eonc@skokieparks.org.

Emily Oaks Nature Center

Wednesday, December 21 through Sunday, January 8

Mondays–Saturdays the trail is open 8 a.m.–sunset

Sundays 10 a.m.–sunset (See special holiday hours below.)

Download your Gnome Guide here!

Kids' Mini Marshmallow 3K

Join us for our winter youth race around Laramie Park!

Kids ages 6-13 will run this 1.9 mile course around the park, while everyone stays warm with hot cocoa and marshmallows.

Participants will receive a t-shirt, goodie bag and finisher medals.

Ages: 6-13

Laramie Park

Sunday, January 15 at 10 a.m.

Hatha Yoga for beginners

Try out a yoga class at the Skokie Heritage Museum!

Stretch your muscles, loosen your stiff joints, correct poor posture and improve blood circulation, leaving you feeling agile, refreshed and balanced. For ages 16+.

Instructor: Agnieszka Miskiewicz

Skokie Heritage Museum

Classes begin January 10 & 11

Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesdays at 11:45 a.m.

Check out your Summer Camp Guide 2023

The park district's summer camps are now online and with them the district's Summer Camp Guide 2023.

This guide offers you and your family a convenient look at all 73 of our summer camps including art camps, general camps, nature camps, sports camps, teen camps and special interest camps, prior to registration on February 5.

Find a suitable summer camp for your child today!

Click the guide's cover graphic to join the fun.

Virtual Open House on Wednesday, February 1
Residents register beginning Sunday, February 5 at noon
Non-residents register beginning Wednesday, February 22 at 8:30 a.m.

Visit the Summer Camp webpage

Winter programs are here

Registration is open now!

The park district's winter classes and events are now online and with them the district's Winter Program Guide.

This guide offers you and your family a convenient look at an enormous variety of recreational, educational and fitness alternatives, including many winter special events.

Celebrate winter by finding a new program, class or hobby at your Skokie Park District!

Click the guide's cover graphic to join the fun!

Winter registration is now open for residents and non-residents.