Park District of Oak Park

09/21/2026

We want to give a big thank you to our Youth Sponsor, Oak Park Laser & Skin Clinic for supporting the Youth Mile and Lil Runners races!

Oak Park Laser & Skin Clinic was established in 2021 and offers personalized skin care treatments from Dr. A. Rao, a board certified physician. These treatments are designed to rejuvenate your skin, enhance a more youthful look, and get your glow back. Find Dr. A Rao at oplsc.com

Not signed up yet? There's still time! Join us for this milestone year and help us celebrate 50 years running! Exclusive for the Lil Runners 50-yard Dash (ages 3-5), each participant will receive a branded Frank Lloyd Wright Races cow bell to use for cheering on the racers! Secure your kids' spot here: flwraces.com

09/19/2026

Get excited! Our new website is about to launch! 💻 Here is a quick rundown of the four main areas we've improved:

- We've made accessing registration easier than ever with a registration button always on the top of our homepage.
- We've created a menu bar that you can use to navigate anywhere on our website!
- We've implemented new filter options to help personalize your browsing experience.
- We've coded this website to be a mobile-first design so there is a more streamlined user experience from phone to desktop.

We cannot wait for you to try out the new website for yourself! Stay tuned as we share more information about the new redesign before we launch it mid-October.

09/17/2026

Thank you for another great pool season! Whether you joined us for open swim, swim lessons, special events, or all of the above, we have had an absolute blast. Thanks for spending you summers with us! We'll see you again next year. ❤️🏊

09/16/2026

The Frank Lloyd Wright Races are turning 50 this year! This beloved race is a unique way to view Wright's famous architecture. The 10K race will feature eight of the iconic buildings and his personal home and studio. The 5k race will pass a smaller section of his work, and include his home and studio. So, the big question is, which course are you racing?

Thanks again to our Presenting Sponsor, Oak Park Jewelers, for supporting this race! Since 1984, they've been a family-owned business rooted in downtown Oak Park! They create engagement rings and wedding bands, and offer other fine jewelry and high-end watches. You can visit them at 101 South Marion Street in Oak Park or visit their booth on race day.

We kick off the races on Sunday, October 18. Registration is still open for the 10K Run, 5K Walk/Run, Youth Mile for ages 6-14, and the 50-Yard Dash for ages 3-5. Every participant receives a race day shirt and a finisher medal! Claim your spot here: runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=186493

09/14/2026

📢 We could use your help! We have great volunteer opportunities available for our upcoming Frank Lloyd Wright Races. From packet pick-up, course marshals, to water station attendants, all volunteers help make the races a success. This is an especially great opportunity for teens (14+ with adult) to gain some volunteer experience, but all are welcome!

Majority of our opportunities are on race day, Sunday, October 18 with a few leading up to the big race. Check them out and sign up today! All volunteers receive a free t-shirt. Don't miss your chance to cheer on our racers!

🏃 Find more information here: runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IL/OakPark/FrankLloydWrightRaces

The Frank Lloyd Wright Races is on Sunday October 18, 2026. It includes the following events: 5K Walk, 10K Run, 5K Run, Youth Mile, Lil Runners - 3 Year Old, Lil Runners - 4 Year Old, and Lil Runners - 5 Year Old.

09/13/2026

He is a legendary pop superstar and we'll be playing the bio-pic all about his rise to stardom. Join us on Friday, September 18 to watch Michael! Grab your blankets and chairs, bring your popcorn, and cozy up with us one last time to close out our Movies in the Park summer series.

As always, this is a FREE event, no registration required. Simply show up and enjoy! Movie begins at dusk (approx. 7:00P). We've saved you a spot on the lawn!

Thank you to our sponsor, Oak Park Pediatrics for supporting this event!

09/11/2026

New look, same great programs! Our website is getting a makeover and we're excited to hand it over to you very soon. So, why the change?

The Department of Justice passed a ruling that all governments must abide by a set of standardized web accessibility guidelines to ensure websites are functional for ALL people, including those with disabilities. Using these guidelines, we've implemented important changes to make our website accessible all the way from the code to the photos.

Along with these mandated changes from the DOJ, we've gathered community input through focus groups and surveys, helping us determine additional areas for improvement, including menu navigation and better filtering options.

From making the site navigable by screen reader to creating a mobile-first design to reimagining our main menu and filters for easy navigation, we're thrilled to be launching a website that is more streamlined and inclusive to all. Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes leading up to our launch in mid-October!

09/09/2026

Be the coolest one in your office and show off your awesome accomplishments! Or sport your merch out around town. Either way, participating in our race is something to be proud of and our merch can help you celebrate that! 😊 Don't wait! This is the last call for our limited edition merch for the 50th Anniversary of the Frank Lloyd Wright Races. We cannot wait to get these to you.

Shop our hoodies and hats through September 15 and our stickers, magnets, and totes through October 1. All proceeds go directly toward the Park District financial assistance fund, enabling all Oak Park residents to access recreational opportunities.

👟 Get your race day merch today! bit.ly/flwracesmerch

Haven't registered yet? Sign up to run or walk with us on Sunday, October 18. Secure your spot here: flwraces.com

09/08/2026

Meet us in Scoville Park for one last Concert in the Park! Due to the unseasonably rainy start to summer this year, we had to cancel some of our concert events. So, we're excited to share that we are bringing it back for one night only!

Join us on Sunday, September 13 from 6:00-7:30P to listen the tunes of Warp Wolf, a blues rock band. 🎶 Tell your friends to meet you on the lawn and make an evening of it. Let's soak up the last bit of summer together. We'll see you there!

09/07/2026

We're excited to present the 2026 Frank Lloyd Wright Races medal design for the 50th Anniversary! This year, everyone who participates in the races will receive a finisher medal once they cross the finish line. Don't miss your chance to bring home this milestone medal!

You only have a few more days to save $10 on race fees. Prices increase on September 9. Claim your spot here: flwraces.com