Special Events
Parties In The Park
Monday, June 12
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Timbers Edge Park, Oakfield Drive & Pineview Lane
FREE Family Fun
Join the Frankfort Park District each month this summer as you unplug from electronics and have outdoor fun at the Parties in the Park. There will be outdoor games, activities including a DJ Dance Party and much more fun! *Park locations are subject to change. Please visit our website for updates.
Sponsored by: Edward Jones – Jeffrey W. Otway
Sponsored by: Freddy’s Frozen – Custard & Steakburgers
Movies On The Green – Honey I Shrunk the Kids (PG)
Tuesday, June 13
Dusk, approx. 8:15pm
Breidert Green, White & Kansas Street
FREE
Grab a blanket or chair and head out to Breidert Green for a FREE family movie night under the stars. Movies on the Green will be featuring movies for the entire family to enjoy. Please note: No pets or alcoholic beverages are allowed.
*Movies on the Green are co-sponsored by the Village of Frankfort, Frankfort Chamber of Commerce & the Frankfort Park District.
Rain Date: One week after the original show date
23rd Annual Short Run On A Long Day 5k Run/Walk
Wednesday, June 21
7:00 pm @ Main Park
Registration Fee:
$25 Pre-Registration (by noon 6/12) * $35 (after 6/12-Race Day)
Register On-Line with fees at www.RunSignUp.com/Race/IL/Frankfort/ShortRunLongDay
Register On-Line without fees
Download Registration Form
Download Race Map 2023
Race T-Shirt Guarantee Deadline – May 10
Race Packet Pick-up will be at the Founders Community Center on Tuesday, June 20 from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm and Wednesday, June 21 from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Also on June 21 at Main Park from 5:30 – 7:00 pm.
Chip Timing by: J3 Timing
The Frankfort Park District is in need of volunteers for this year’s 5k event. Volunteers are needed for street closures, pre-race registration and post-race activities. Please contact Beth Nagel, Recreation Supervisor at bnagel@frankfortparks.org or call (815) 469-9400.
Sponsored by:
Splash Park After Hours Party New! FILLED
Tuesday, June 27
5:30 – 7:00 pm
Commissioners Park Splash Park, 22108 S. 80th Ave.
2 – 10 years with parent
$10 per child
Kick off the summer season at the Splash Park after hours party. There will be an inflatable jump, games, pizza, cookies, and fun in the splash park. Remember to bring your beach towels and get ready to get wet! Please list any food allergies at time of registration. Fee includes dinner for child only.
Registration Deadline: June 20
4th of July Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4
Main Park, 200 S Locust Street
- Park will open at 7:00 pm.
- DJ entertainment will begin at 7:30 pm.
- Fireworks will begin at approx. 9:15 pm
The Spectacular Firework Display is Sponsored by:
- Village of Frankfort
- Frankfort Firefighters Foundation
- Frankfort Firefighters Local 4338
Parties In The Park
Monday, July 10
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Shaffer Park, Tanglewood & Colorado
FREE Family Fun
Join the Frankfort Park District each month this summer as you unplug from electronics and have outdoor fun at the Parties in the Park. There will be outdoor games, activities including a DJ Dance Party and much more fun! *Park locations are subject to change. Please visit our website for updates.
Sponsored by: Freddy’s Frozen – Custard & Steakburgers
Movies On The Green – Space Jam (PG)
Tuesday, July 11
Dusk, approx. 8:15pm
Breidert Green, White & Kansas Street
FREE
Grab a blanket or chair and head out to Breidert Green for a FREE family movie night under the stars. Movies on the Green will be featuring movies for the entire family to enjoy. Please note: No pets or alcoholic beverages are allowed.
*Movies on the Green are co-sponsored by the Village of Frankfort, Frankfort Chamber of Commerce & the Frankfort Park District.
Rain Date: One week after the original show date
Senior Picnic
Wednesday, July 26
12:00 – 2:00 pm
Founders Community Center, 140 Oak Street
55 years & older
FREE
Bingo, Bingo, Bingo! Enjoy a special day filled with friends, catered lunch and lots of Bingo! Remember to wear your favorite bingo shirt and other bingo apparel! It is sure to be a day you won’t want to miss!!
Pre-registration required.
Registration Deadline: July 21
Sponsored by: Clarendale Mokena
Dog Days Of Summer New!
Thursday, July 27
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Bark Park at Commissioners Park, 80th Ave. & Sauk Trail, northwest corner of Commissioners Park
All Ages
FREE
Join us for a pawtastic evening of fun at the Bark Park! There will be doggy pools, games, treats, and a chance to run and play with some friends. While you are there, grab a Bark Park membership packet. An adult must accompany dog-owners under the age of 12.
Sponsored by: Bentley’s Pet Stuff
Frankfort Community Garage Sale
Saturday, August 5
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Frankfort Park District Community
All Ages
$10 per home
Each registered participant’s address will be included on a list of all participating homes. This list will be available at the park office, website and Facebook the week of the sale. The park district will advertise the sale in local newspapers, on-line sites and A-frame signs throughout the community. Each participating home will receive a packet including a garage sale sign, balloons, map of Frankfort subdivisions and garage sale selling tips. These packets will be available for pick-up at the Founders Community Center at time of registration. For Frankfort Park District Residents only.
Registration Deadline: July 29
Parties In The Park
Monday, August 7
1:30 – 3:00 pm
Indian Boundary Park*, Nebraska St. & Luther Lane
FREE Family Fun
Join the Frankfort Park District each month this summer as you unplug from electronics and have outdoor fun at the Parties in the Park. There will be outdoor games, activities including a DJ Dance Party and much more fun! *Park locations are subject to change. Please visit our website for updates.
Sponsored by: Freddy’s Frozen – Custard & Steakburgers
Movies On The Green – Finding Nemo (G)
Tuesday, August 8
Dusk, approx. 8:15 pm
Breidert Green, White & Kansas Street
FREE
Grab a blanket or chair and head out to Breidert Green for a FREE family movie night under the stars. Movies on the Green will be featuring movies for the entire family to enjoy. Please note: No pets or alcoholic beverages are allowed.
*Movies on the Green are co-sponsored by the Village of Frankfort, Frankfort Chamber of Commerce & the Frankfort Park District.
Rain Date: One week after the original show date
Annual Back to School Bash
Friday, August 17
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Commissioners Park, 22108 S. 80th Ave.
All Ages
FREE (bring a school supply to be donated)
Join the Frankfort Park District for the annual Back to School Bash. The evening will consist of field and carnival games, music, craft area, touch-a-truck, plus playtime at Fort Frankfort and in the Splash Park. We ask that all kids bring a school supply to donate to children in need. Location: Commissioners Park, 22108 S. 80th Ave.
Sponsored by:
Family Campout
Friday, September 15
6:30 pm (Friday) – 9:00 am (Saturday)
Commissioners Park, 22108 S. 80th Ave.
Families
$40 per campsite (up to 6 people)
Pitch a tent, roast some marshmallows and enjoy an evening under the stars with family and friends! Families will have an opportunity to make s’mores around the campfire, play field games, go on a hayride around Commissioners Park, and listen to ghost stories. We will also enjoy an outdoor movie with popcorn and a continental breakfast in the morning. Family fun for all! Please bring your tent, sleeping bag, snacks and flashlights. Please note: electricity is available to blow up air mattresses.
Registration Deadline: September 11
2023 Volunteer Opportunities:
Click on the Event name to Sign-up Online for Volunteer Opportunities:
60423 Day – Sunday, June 4 / 10:00-12:00 pm / 12:00-2:00 pm / 2:00-4:00 pm / Breidert Green
June Party in the Park – Monday, June 12 / 5:45-7:45 pm / Timbers Edge Park
Splash Park After Hours Party – Tuesday, June 27 / 5:00 – 7:15 pm / Commissioners Park
July Party in the Park – Monday, July 10 / 5:45-7:45 pm / Shaffer Park
Senior Picnic – Wednesday, July 26 / 11:30-2:30 pm / Founders Community Center
Dog Days of Summer – Thursday, July 27 / 5:30-7:45 pm / Bark Park @ Commissioners Park
August Party in the Park – Monday, August 7 / 1:15-3:15 pm / Indian Boundary Park
Back to School Bash – Thursday, August 17 / 5:30-8:30 pm / Commissioners Park
Family Campfire – Friday, September 15 / 6:00-8:30 pm / Commissioners Park