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News and Announcements

The Park District is on Facebook!

Wednesday, December 09, 2009

Are you a Facebook fanatic? Now you can follow the Park District's Facebook page to get the latest news, program information/deadlines and ...

Community Center & Ice Arena Parking Lots Now Open!

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

The Community Center and Ice Arena parking lots are now open! During the month of October, construction crews ...

Park District Reaches Residents Electronically

Saturday, July 04, 2009

To help reduce our paper usage and better inform residents of upcoming programs and events, the Park District is utilizing email blasts and ...

Rain Barrels Available for Purchase

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Rain barrels are used to recycle rainwater from your home's roof. They attach to your gutter's downspout, enabling you to catch rainwater and ...

Featured Parks and Facilities

The Ice Arena
From relaxing "Let's Skate" sessions to lessons for all ages and levels, to youth and adult hockey, speed skating and birthday parties, the Franklin Park Ice Arena has something for everyone.

Centre at North Park
The Banquet Hall and Sports Arena at North Park are the perfect setting for your next event.  Find out more about rentals and our Special Occasion Package.

James Park, 10600 James St
ADA Accessible, this park features outdoor basketball, picnic areas, a "Tot Lot" with playground equipment, and lots of outdoor, open space.

Pool on Pacific
The Park District of Franklin Park began construction in the fall of 2008 to renovate the Pool on Pacific and will celebrate its opening between July 18-21, 2009!

Highlights of Upcoming Events

Adult Trip - Art Institute of Chicago

Thu, Feb 11, 2010 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

The Art Institute is one of Chicago’s many treasures. As you guide yourself through the halls and le...

Daddy Daughter Dance

Fri, Feb 12, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Don't miss this lovely evening for daddies and daughters of all ages! Celebrate being daddy's little...

Big Band Dance

Sun, Feb 14, 2010 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Travel back in time during an afternoon of music and dancing! The sounds of '40s and '50s will keep ...

X Games & BMX Demonstration

Fri, Feb 19, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

X Games medalist and BMX world champion Matt Wilhelm performs amazing bike stunts while educating st...

Overnight Teen Ski Trip

Fri, Feb 19, 2010 7:00 PM - Sat, Feb 20, 2010 7:00 AM

Dig out your skis and snowboards, because it's time for one of our most popular teen programs, IPRA'...

Local Weather

Conditions for Franklin Park, IL at 4:51 am CST


Current Conditions:
Light Snow, 23 F

Forecast:
Tue - Snow. High: 28 Low: 22
Wed - Snow Showers/Wind. High: 25 Low: 13

Full Forecast at Yahoo! Weather

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