The MLB Pitch, Hit and Run competition is a free event for softball and baseball players ages 7 to 14 hosted by the Northbrook Park District. The local winners go on to compete at the regional level (called team championships) before a Major League Baseball game. The regional winners get an all-expenses paid trip to compete in the finals during a World Series game.…
› Learn More aboutMLB Pitch, Hit & Run Open to Ages 7-14 Back April 24
The extensive renovation of West Park in Northbrook is scheduled to begin in mid to late May with completion in fall. Construction staging will begin on the tennis courts at West Park beginning the week of April 27. The $1.9 million project is funded by the District’s capital reserve fund and a $600,000 Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development grant.…
› Learn More aboutWest Park Renovation Includes New Playground, Multi-Sport Court
For a high-energy show packed with friendship, big personalities and a little bit of summer chaos, come watch “High School Musical 2 JR.” from the Northbrook Park District at Field Middle School in Northbrook on April 11 and April 12. The hourlong production by Northbrook Theatre Youth Company is the stage adaptation of the hit 2007 Disney movie by the same name.…
› Learn More about‘High School Musical 2 JR.’ Show for All Ages April 11-12 in Northbrook
Always a springtime family favorite, the Northbrook Park District’s Brunch with the Bunny will be back on Saturday, April 11. This festive egg-licious event taking place at Techny Prairie Activity Center will include brunch offerings, spring-related arts and crafts, and one last chance for the season to meet and take pictures with the Spring Bunny.…
› Learn More aboutEnjoy Food, Spring Arts & Crafts and Egg Hunt at Brunch with the Bunny
At the end of fall, Northbrook Park District staff prepare the clay areas of our ballfields (the "skinned infields") for winter. The goal is to ensure excess water drains and dries out, so the fields are ready for safe use in the spring. But just because the weather might feel like spring, ballfields might not be ready for activity through the end of March (or later depending on conditions).…
› Learn More aboutProtect Your Northbrook Fields: Why Early Foot Traffic Causes Big Problems
In March, the Northbrook Park District will bring back the Youth Punt, Pass and Kick Challenge, a football skills competition for children ages 6 to 14. The event on March 8 will give participants the chance to showcase their football abilities in a non-contact environment.…
› Learn More aboutNon-Contact Football Skills Competition for Ages 6 to 14 on March 8
The weather might still be cold, but it’s time to start planning for spring and summer activities. The Northbrook Park District's Spring into Summer brochure outlines all upcoming options this spring and summer for children and adults.…
› Learn More aboutPlan for Spring and Summer by Registering for Northbrook Park District Programming
The Northbrook Park District and its staff received awards and recognition from industry colleagues at the 2026 Illinois Association of Park Districts/Illinois Parks and Recreation Association’s annual conference. This year’s conference took place in late January in Chicago.…
› Learn More aboutNorthbrook Park District Accomplishments Recognized at 2026 IAPD/IPRA Conference
The Northbrook Park District offers dozens of summer camp options for children ages 3 to 14, including arts, theater, dance, chess, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, skateboarding, ice skating, hockey and golf. Camps cover nine weeks of summer, with pre-season camps in early June and post-season camps through mid-August.…
› Learn More aboutRegister by February 18 to Save 10% on Most Summer Camps
The annual Light Up the Night family dance will be back Friday, February 6 at a new high-end venue. The evening will feature dinner, DJ music, a photo booth, a variety of games and an ice cream bar at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel in Northbrook. This memorable event welcomes children and their loved ones.…
› Learn More aboutNew Venue for Light Up the Night Family Dance