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

23^rd 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

4^th 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

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

*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

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

*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