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.

View 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities

Summer concert series

Tuesdays, June 3 to Aug. 12
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 11 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

 

DOG DAZE

Saturday, Sept. 13
12 to 3pm
Fishel Park

Join us for the 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

Small-scale events

These small-scale events, attracting approximately 50-150 visitors, include family-friendly activities:

Winter Parent/Child Dance
Snowball Slam Basketball Tournament
Bounce House Bonanza
Bunny Hop Egg Hunt
Adult Easter Egg Hunt
NFL Flag Football Combine Day
Tiny Tots Track Meet
Fairytale Royal Ball

    mid-scale events

    These mid-scale events, attracting approximately 150-300 visitors, feature sport tournaments, holiday-themed activities, outdoor experiences and more:
      Party in the Park
      Mid-summer Bash
      Pickleball Tournament
      Annual Fishing Derby
      Trick-or-Treat Trail
      Candy Cane Lane
      Countdown to Noon

      ACTIVE ADULTS

      Active Adult Events

      Senior Tailgate
      Valentine's Day Dance
      Senior Spring Soiree
      Summer Pickleball Social
      Labor Day Picnic
      Halloween Party
      Friendsgiving
      Senior Holiday Social

      Lunch & Learn Series

      Hosted monthly at the Lincoln Center, Lunch & Learns provide participants ages 55+ an opportunity to make friends, mingle and learn about topics to improve their health and wellness.

      Monthly Bingo

      Seniors get together for an afternoon of bingo fun once a month at the Lincoln Center. A light lunch is provided and a small prize and raffle tickets are given to the winner of each round for a chance to win the grand prize!

      4500 fitness

      Member Appreciation Week: March 10 to 15

      Engage with our fitness members in the lobby at the Recreation Center during one day of Member Appreciation Week.

         

          mid-scale events

          2024 sponsors & partners

          As part of our strategic plan, Downers Grove Park District seeks to create meaningful relationships that can develop potential partnership opportunities.

          Partnerships with community organizations, local businesses and other government agencies are essential for our success. Partnerships save tax dollars, help parks and recreation make life better in our community, and are the pathway to efficiency. Our goal moving forward is to secure partnerships to leverage existing resources for greater outcomes in serving you.

          Thank you to our 2024 sponsors!

          Presenting Sponsors

              Event Sponsors

                Community Partners

                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.

                To qualify, please send the following information no later than 30 days prior to your event:

                • Flier or letter describing the event including the organization's name, event name and date and purpose of the requested donation
                • Letter of 501(c)3 status

                Requests can be made via:

                • Email marketing@dgparks.org.
                • Mail to the Downers Grove Park District, Attn:2455 Warrenville Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515