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Food Truck Festival Fundraiser

May 2, 2023

Join us for Dolton Park's 1st Food Truck Festival Fundraiser. 100% OF THE PROCEEDS will support the grand re-openings of the park renovations at: Blackstone park - 146th & Blackstone St. Dolton - Riverdale Park - 138th & Lincoln Ave. Dr. De'Andre L. Rucker Park -...

Spring Egg Hunt

April 4, 2023

Children ages 2-12 will search for the golden eggs in groups in hopes of winning a prize. Families are welcomed to participate in arts & crafts and take photos with the Spring Bunny. Age Time Slots: 2 - 3 . . . 1pm 4 - 6 . . . 1:30pm 7 - 9 . . . 2pm 10 -...

Afrocentric Sip & Paint Party

February 24, 2023

Join us as we celebrate with an epic Sip & Paint Party honoring Black History legends with canvas from Ray Tennyson. Music provided DJ BT of On The Level DJ's and cocktails and mocktails by Rickey's Mobile Bartending. This is one Sip & Paint Party you don't want to...

Open Mic Night

January 9, 2023

We are celebrating Black History Month in style. Rather you want to get on stage and share your talent just sit and enjoy the atmosphere, this is the event for you. We look forward to seeing you on the stage ready to shine under the lights like the star you...

Toy Giveaway

December 19, 2022

The season of giving continues with the gracious support of Help From A Sister, Dolton Park District is able to gift more children this year. Toys are distributed while supplies last. Pre-Registration encouraged by calling (708) 841-2111. Thursday, December 22, 2022 Lester...

Black History Month Movie Nights

December 19, 2022

Join us as we celebrate legendary films heavily influenced by the African American community starring iconic actors and actresses that have shaped the industry. All are invited for the ultimate movie marathon watching cinema classics that depict the civil rights movement. ...

Daddy Daughter Dance

December 18, 2022

Fathers and father figures grab your favorite girl(s) and join us for an evening of dance, food, and a good time. We are asking that all attendees wear outfits in style or color prepared to show off your best dance moves. Saturday, April 15, 2023 Lester L. Long Fieldhouse...

Family Holiday Festival

November 20, 2022

We've invited our friends from the North Pole to join us for an afternoon of fun, festivities, and a lot of surprises. Dolton, IL residents that register by December 7, 2022 will receive a special gift. Location: Lester L. Long Fieldhouse - 14700 Evers St., Dolton, IL 60419

Senior Holiday Luncheon

November 20, 2022

Join us for an afternoon of holiday cheer and some amazing surprises to take into the new year. Location: Lester L. Long Fieldhouse - 14700 Evers St., Dolton, IL 60419 Fees: $5.00 (Residents) / $7.00 (Non-Residents)

Haunted Maze

October 3, 2022

Join us for a night of thrills and chills from haunted stories to spooky treats. Come dressed up or as yourself and receive a treat bag from some special characters. Haunted Maze with Hidden Surprises Themed Concession (for purchase) Location: Shaw Recreation Center...