Ages 11–14, Grades 6–8 Make a splash at our middle school pool parties! Amp up your regular Friday night hangouts at our fun-filled H2O Nights at Chippewa Pool. Come hang out, have fun, and enjoy some great music provided by our very own poolside DJ. Includes pizza and soft drinks. All registrations must be made […]
On June 26th @ 6:00pm please join William McPherson in the Prairie Lakes Theater. He's a visioned urban enthusiast speaker renowned for expertise in the transformative power of traditionally designed walkable neighborhoods. With a passion for reshaping landscapes, McPherson stands at the forefront of advocating for human-centric urban planning that enhances both physical and emotional […]
Live at the Lake 2024 Summer Entertainment Series Thursday, June 20 • 6:00–8:45p, concert starts at 7:00p June 27, Mr. Myers Location: Central Park Food Truck: Curious Crow Mr. Myers blends the tropical sounds of calypso and ska, the rhythms of reggae and a little rock-n-roll with some favorite classic tunes to create their […]
Come out to Lake Opeka (Lake Park) for the following movies! Movies will start at dusk, at approximately 8:00p. For more information, visit the Des Plaines Optimist Club on Facebook at www.facebook.com/desplainesoptimist. The 2024 Series Lake Park Memorial Pavilion, 2200 Lee Street, at Fargo Avenue Friday, June 28 Wish Friday, July 12 Trolls Band Together […]
Cardboard Boat Regatta Ages 5+ Ahoy Sailors, Skippers, Captains and Pirates! It’s time to set sail across the mighty Arndt Pool in our annual Cardboard Boat Regatta. Step 1: Assemble your crew, some cardboard, duct tape, and engineering ingenuity. Step 2: Create your sea worthy vessel. Step 3: Arrive at Arndt with your boat and […]
Grab your blankets and lawn chairs to watch the fireworks extravaganza at Oakton College on Sunday, June 30! Dance to the DJ and join in on yard games with family and friends before the fireworks show illuminates the sky. Gates open at 7 p.m. and the fireworks will begin at dusk (approximately 9:15 p.m.). Admission […]
Join the City of Des Plaines for the Independence Day Parade featuring community floats, live music and strolling entertainment! Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate the 2024 theme: Planting the Seeds of Happiness. Parade steps off at 10 a.m. For more details, visit desplaines.org/july4. 2024 July 4 Celebrations pdf
Live at the Lake 2024 Summer Entertainment Series Thursday, July 11 • 6:00–8:45p, concert starts at 7:00p July 11, Good Clean Fun Location: Bandshell Food Truck: Tiki Terrace A dynamic party band that offers a fun and interactive show. Led by Mike Bruccoleri, formerly of Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone, Good Clean Fun has […]
Come out to Lake Opeka (Lake Park) for the following movies! Movies will start at dusk, at approximately 8:00p. For more information, visit the Des Plaines Optimist Club on Facebook at www.facebook.com/desplainesoptimist. The 2024 Series Lake Park Memorial Pavilion, 2200 Lee Street, at Fargo Avenue Friday, July 12 Trolls Band Together Friday, July 26 Wonka […]
Prairie Lakes 3 on 3 Adult Basketball Tournament Saturday, July 13 • 9:00a–3:00p Ages 18+ Round up a couple of your closest friends in groups 3 or 4 to come out and compete for the Prairie Lakes cup, in the annual summer Prairie Lakes 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament! Guys and gals, short or tall, […]
