Sponsorship – Seasonal Events – Park District of Oak Park

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Throughout the year, the Park District of Oak park features special community events for a variety of audiences!

Fall & Winter Events

Fall Fest: Rehm Park is transformed to celebrate Fall with themed games and activities, a DJ, train rides, food vendors and a pumpkin patch at the Oak Park Conservatory.

Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting ($1,000), Community ($500), On-site ($250), or In-kind

Fright at Night: Kids enjoy trick or treating, entertainment, and creatures stirring in the ‘Bootanical Forbidden Forest’ at Oak Park Conservatory during this fun Halloween event!

Sponsorship Opportunities: On-site ($250) or In-kind

Spooky Stroll: Austin Gardens is decked out for kids and families to explore the spooky settings all around the park. Activities include a costume parade, pumpkin carving and decorating, making monsters, Halloween stories around the fire and an evening with a magic show!

Sponsorship Opportunities: On-site ($250) or In-kind

Frank Lloyd Wright Races: This popular annual event is one of the longest running racing events in Illinois with individuals, friends and families participating in a 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run and Youth Mile for ages 5 & up.

Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting ($4,500), Youth Mile ($2,500), Community ($1,500), On-site ($500), or In-kind

Winter Fest: This special pop-up event held in Austin Gardens has attendees enjoying some old-fashioned winter fun in the snow (‘snowball’ fight, ‘dog sled’ races, and more), outdoor ice skating, indoor activities, music, hot chocolate, a warm fire and gooey s’mores.

Sponsorship Opportunities: On-site ($250) or In-kind

Santa Trolley: Starting and ending at Oak Park Conservatory, the Santa Trolley takes families on a ride where they spend time with the Head Elf as she lifts your spirit to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus. This event includes special displays at Oak Park Conservatory, entertainment, milk and cookies, and a visit to Cheney Mansion.

- Sponsorship Opportunities: On-site ($250) or In-kind

Spring & Summer Events

Kids Fest: Held at Oak Park Conservatory, this event takes kids on a journey of their own Illinois backyard discovering bugs, bees and other animals that live there and includes educational activities, a scavenger hunt, crafts and entertainment.

Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting ($1,000), Community ($500), On-site ($250), or In-kind

Egg Hunt: Held in Maple Park, this family event is designed for children ages 3-10 and includes an egg hunt, pictures with the Bunny, and themed games and crafts. (Doggie Egg Scramble is held at the same time.)

Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting ($1,000), Community ($500), On-site ($250), or In-kind

Doggie Egg Scramble: This free public event celebrates dogs and their owners as they hunt (or scramble) through the field to find the most doggy treats and prize-filled eggs. (Egg Hunt is held at the same time.)

Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting ($1,000), Community ($500), On-site ($250), or In-kind

Day in Our Village: Mills Park turns into an old-fashioned carnival celebrating the start of summer, where attendees enjoy carnival games, a live DJ, inflatables, activities and more.

Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting ($1,000), Community ($500), On-site ($250), or In-kind

Movies in the Park: Held in Scoville Park, this free public event features five movies throughout the summer.

Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting ($1,000 for entire series)

Summer Concerts: Held in Scoville Park, this free outdoor event features 11-12 concerts held throughout the summer featuring a mix of soul, jazz, rock and country music.