Medinah Park District

Medinah Park District The Mission of the Medinah Park District is to enhance the quality of life of Park District residents and visitors

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Summer Dance Parties & CampFor ages 3-8Visit Medinahparks.org for the list of summer programs and to register. Note that...
06/11/2026

Summer Dance Parties & Camp
For ages 3-8

Visit Medinahparks.org for the list of summer programs and to register. Note that classes are held at Wood Dale Park District.

Dance Parties are 1-day sessions of dance technique, movement games, crafts, a mini-performance, and much more! Participants of all levels are encouraged to get involved through these camp-style classes that are designed to help participants fill their evening with fun, educational, and movement-oriented programming.

Contact: [email protected] • 224-524-0006

Due to the severe weather, tonight's Concert in the Park will be postponed to Wednesday, June 24.Taekwon-Do classes are ...
06/10/2026

Due to the severe weather, tonight's Concert in the Park will be postponed to Wednesday, June 24.

Taekwon-Do classes are canceled for this evening.

Contact the park district with any questions at 630-893-2560.
Medinahparks.org

TONIGHT is the start of the 2026 FREE “Summer Concert Series In The Park”The first concert of the summer is tonight, Ju...
06/10/2026

TONIGHT is the start of the 2026 FREE “Summer Concert Series In The Park”

The first concert of the summer is tonight, June 10, featuring Liz Berg.
6:30-8:00 pm
Thorndale Park, 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah

Join the Medinah Park District for our FREE outdoor family concerts this summer! Bring your family and friends for three evenings of spectacular music. Don’t forget the lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets!

Concessions will be available during tonight’s concert ... including chips, popcorn, and cold water to keep you cool on a warm summer night.

June 10: Liz Berg is a Chicago-area multi-instrumentalist, performer, and music educator who plays eight instruments, runs her own music school, and performs more than 150 shows annually—with over 3,000 career performances to date. A Grammy voting member, her original music has been licensed for national TV shows including House Hunters and Flip or Flop. She has studied songwriting with hitmaker Holly Knight and leads several popular acts, including The Jolly Ringwalds, Saddle Shoe Sisters, and Galway Gals. Liz also produces the YouTube channel Smarts and Entertainment, featuring music interviews and performances, and has been featured on WGN-TV, WXRT, Q101, and in major Chicago publications.

Upcoming Concerts: July 8 – Dream Currents • August 5 – Circle of Fifths

Contact: [email protected] • 224-524-0006

Paint & Meditate: Affirmation Canvas ExperienceFor ages 21+Friday, June 266:00-7:30 p.m.Connolly Recreation Center, 22W1...
06/09/2026

Paint & Meditate: Affirmation Canvas Experience

For ages 21+
Friday, June 26
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Connolly Recreation Center, 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah

Register at Medinahparks.org

Begin with a positive affirmation meditation to calm the mind and set intention, followed by painting on a pre-drawn canvas. No art experience needed—just relax, create, and enjoy the process.

Contact: [email protected] • 224-524-0006

We just wrapped up an awesome season of spring soccer! All players received well-deserved trophies and coaches were hono...
06/06/2026

We just wrapped up an awesome season of spring soccer! All players received well-deserved trophies and coaches were honored with plaques.

A special thank you to our soccer sponsor, Schwartz Pediatrics.

Visit medinahparks.org to learn about our summer Soccer Bootcamp, and our Fall Soccer League!

Dog Day of SummerFREE EVENT for all agesSaturday, June 2710:00 am-12:00 pmThorndale Park, 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medin...
06/05/2026

Dog Day of Summer

FREE EVENT for all ages
Saturday, June 27
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Thorndale Park, 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah

Tails will be wagging as the Medinah Park District and Chicagoland Dog Rescue will welcome the season with the “Dog Day of Summer” Festival. At Thorndale Park, there will be a wide variety of activities and adventures for our 4-legged friends, their dog owners and dog lovers.

• Contests • Training Information • Dog Demonstrations
• Doggie Vendors • Dog Parade • Adopt a Dog

Dog owners are welcome to bring their pets to the event. All dogs must be leashed and well behaved in a public setting. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Connolly Recreation Center’s gymnasium.

Vendors interested in attaining booth space may contact [email protected] prior to June 18.

Medinahparks.org
Contact: [email protected] / 224-524-0006

2026 FREE “Summer Concert Series In The Park”The first concert of the summer is Wednesday, June 10, featuring Liz Ber...
06/02/2026

2026 FREE “Summer Concert Series In The Park”

The first concert of the summer is Wednesday, June 10, featuring Liz Berg
6:30-8:00 pm at Thorndale Park
22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah

Join the Medinah Park District for our FREE outdoor family concerts this summer! Bring your family and friends for three evenings of spectacular music. Don’t forget the lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets!

Concessions will be available for purchase on our patio during the concert.

Wednesday June 10: Liz Berg is a Chicago-area multi-instrumentalist, performer, and music educator who plays eight instruments, runs her own music school, and performs more than 150 shows annually—with over 3,000 career performances to date. A Grammy voting member, her original music has been licensed for national TV shows including House Hunters and Flip or Flop. She has studied songwriting with hitmaker Holly Knight and leads several popular acts, including The Jolly Ringwalds, Saddle Shoe Sisters, and Galway Gals. Liz also produces the YouTube channel Smarts and Entertainment, featuring music interviews and performances, and has been featured on WGN-TV, WXRT, Q101, and in major Chicago publications.

Mark your calendar for these upcoming concerts: 
July 8 – Dream Currents • August 5 – Circle of Fifths

Contact: [email protected] / 224-524-0006
Medinahparks.org

Summer Soccer Boot CampJoin us for Summer Soccer Boot Camp before the Soccer Fall League. This Boot Camp gives your chil...
06/02/2026

Summer Soccer Boot Camp

Join us for Summer Soccer Boot Camp before the Soccer Fall League. This Boot Camp gives your child more experience and confidence, to be ready for our BIG Fall Soccer League! The Boot Camp will be held at Manary Park, at the corner of Lawrence Avenue and Plum Grove, in Roselle.

Register at Medinahparks.org

U6 & U8: PreK-Grade 2 - Mon/Wed. 5:00-6:00 p.m.
U10: Grades 3 & 4 - Mon/Wed. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
U12: Grades 5 & 6 - Tue/Thur 5:30-6:30 p.m.
U14: Grades 7 & 8 - Tue/Thur 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Contact: [email protected] • 224-524-0002

Exciting updates are coming! Our gymnasium floor replacement project is scheduled for June 15 - 23. During construction,...
05/27/2026

Exciting updates are coming! Our gymnasium floor replacement project is scheduled for June 15 - 23. During construction, the gymnasium will be temporarily closed. We appreciate your patience as we improve the space!

The project consists of:

- Removing the old multipurpose flooring and installation of a new Mondo Power Play 2 athletic surface.

- Installing game lines for 1 full basketball court, 4 side courts, 3 pickleball courts, and 2 volleyball courts.

- The wooden bleachers will be replaced with three new tip and roll aluminum bleachers.

We appreciate your patience as we improve the space!

Summer Camps Start June 8 – Register Today!June 8-August 14 – Sign up for any number of weeks ... or for the full summer...
05/26/2026

Summer Camps Start June 8 – Register Today!

June 8-August 14 – Sign up for any number of weeks ... or for the full summer.
Location: Connolly Recreation Center/Thorndale Park
22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah

School’s out and summer is here! Sign up for the Medinah Park District’s popular summer camp, where your child is sure to have a spectacular time. We’re committed to delivering the ultimate camp experience, and your fee covers a host of exciting features. Our 10-week program will include weekly off-site field trips, engaging guest speakers, fun activities, crafts, and plenty of free play. Be sure to dress comfortably, as most of the camp is outdoors. Campers will be grouped by their upcoming grade level: K-2nd grade and 3rd-6th grade. Please bring a backpack every day with a lunch, snack, water bottle, sunscreen and bug spray.

Summer Fun Camp
Youth entering Grades K-6
June 8 – August 14 (Sign up for one or all 10 weeks)
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
*Sign up for the entire 10-week camp and save $200. (Applies to Cubbies and Grizzlies camp only).
Before and After Camp Care Options are available.
Exciting daily activities, plus weekly off-site field trips, engaging guest speakers, fun activities, crafts, and plenty of free play. Be sure to dress comfortably, as most of the camp is outdoors. See full list of field trips on the Day Camps 2026 section of the park district website.

Lil’ Critters Summer Camp
Ages 2-5
June 8 – August 14 (Sign up for one or all 10 weeks)
9:00 am – 12:30 pm
This 10-week pre-k camp features a variety of exciting activities, including games, crafts, guest speakers, music playtime, and more.

Counselor-In-Training Program
Ages 11.5-14.5
June 8 – August 14 (10-week program)
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
This program offers a great chance to develop leadership skills, learn about behavior management, improve communication, and make decisions alongside your fellow campers and counselors.

Contact: [email protected] or 224-524-0006
Medinahparks.org

Address

22W130 Thorndale Avenue
Medinah, IL
60157

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 10pm
Tuesday 6am - 10pm
Wednesday 6am - 10pm
Thursday 6am - 10pm
Friday 6am - 8pm
Saturday 7:30am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+16308932560

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