Sponsorship opportunities

CONNECT WITH THE COMMUNITY

The Downers Grove Park District is proud to offer community events and recreation programs that promote fun, healthy and active lifestyles to participants of all ages. Our partnerships help to generate more visibility for your brand and provide opportunities to connect with targeted audiences in the community through pre-event promotions and onsite engagement.

For more information, contact marketing@dgparks.org.

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Summer concert series

Presented by The Eric Hamilton Team at Guaranteed Rate
Every Tuesday, May 23-August 15
6 to 8:30pm (Concerts begin at 7pm)
Fishel Park

Kick back, relax and enjoy free, live music all summer long at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park! The open-air concerts feature 12 weeks of rock, country, blues and oldies music starting at 7 pm. This family-friendly summer hotspot includes food trucks, beer and wine.

LIVE CONCERTS: 1,500-2,500 VISITORS PER WEEK

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DOG DAZE

Saturday, Sept. 9
12 to 4pm
Fishel Park

Join us for our first annual Dog Daze pet event at Fishel Park! Pack up your pooch and plan for a day of fun-filled activities for you and them! Pups will enjoy an agility course, peanut butter licking contest, splash zone and more! People will enjoy food trucks, pet vendors, live acoustic music and adult beverages. This event provides donations to West Suburban Humane Society.

ESTIMATED ATTENDANCE: 1,500 VISITORS

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Family events

Unplug Illinois

LINCOLN CENTER: This event encourages kids to unplug from devices and plug into recreation with free creative, fun activities. APPROXIMATELY 100-250 VISITORS

Party in the Park

CHOOSE FROM 2 PARTIES: Each pop-up Party in the Park provides outdoor games, activities and giveaways at neighborhood parks throughout the summer. APPROXIMATELY 100-250 VISITORS PER PARTY

Flag Football Combine Day

DOERHOEFER PARK: Kids kick off flag football season with skills and drills just like the pros! APPROXIMATELY 100-250 VISITORS

Fishing Derby

BARTH POND / PATRIOTS PARK: Families reel in hours of fun during the annual Fishing Derby in summer. Prizes are awarded for the shortest and longest fish caught by age. APPROXIMATELY 100-250 VISITORS

Candy Cane Lane

LINCOLN CENTER: Family-friendly event includes holiday crafts and activities, pictures with Santa, festive snacks and story time. APPROXIMATELY 150-200 VISITORS

New Year's Eve Party: Countdown to Noon

RECREATION CENTER: Countdown to noon with a special balloon drop featuring a DJ, games, activities and treats for the whole family. APPROXIMATELY 100-250 VISITORS

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Donation Requests

The Downers Grove Park District supports local agencies and not-for-profit groups through in-kind donations such as golf course, miniature golf or fitness passes. Donations are available upon request to organizations with 501(c) status, or American tax-exempt, non-profit corporations or associations within the boundaries of Downers Grove. Donations for agencies outside of Downers Grove are made at the discretion of the Executive Director.

Organizations and fundraising activities may include:

• School fun fairs, student incentives, school functions, etc.
• Community agencies/organizations, neighborhood group events, churches, and other not-for-profit groups for their fundraising efforts.