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Discover what’s happening at the Lockport Township Park District! From family-friendly festivals and seasonal celebrations to live entertainment, senior activities, and community gatherings, there’s something for everyone. Explore our upcoming events below and join us for memorable experiences throughout the year!
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Family Events
Fun experiences and special memories for the whole family!
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2026
Breakfast with Santa
Time: 2 Seatings | 8:30-10 AM & 11:30 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Prairie Bluff Golf Club Banquet Room
Fee: Adult: $20 Resident / $25 Non-Resident
Children (Ages 2-12): $10 Resident / $15 Non-Resident
Children (1 & under): Free
Enjoy a festive breakfast, delicious hot chocolate,
and a special visit with Santa! Registration is required.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2026
Swimming with Santa
Time: 6–8 PM
Location: Challenge Fitness Pool
Fee: Active Gym Members: $5
Children 24 Months & Under: FREE
Non-Members (Ages 2+): $10
Join us at Challenge Fitness for Christmas-themed water games,
photos with Santa, hot cocoa, cookies, and festive family fun!
Senior Events
Enjoy entertainment, delicious meals, and time with friends!
MULTIPLE DATES – SEE SCHEDULE
Senior Matinees at Prairie Bluff
Doors: 11:45 AM
Lunch: 12:15 PM
Performance: 1 PM
Location: Prairie Bluff
Fee: $45 Resident / $55 Non-Resident
Enjoy a plated lunch and live entertainment in a
welcoming atmosphere. Assigned seating is available
for groups of friends.
Second Seating added for Ocean’s Rat Pack on November 19 | 4:00 – 6:45pm
Sponsored by AARP
MONTHLY – SEE PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Senior Clubs
Connect with friends, enjoy a delicious meal,
and experience entertaining presentations
or bingo at our monthly Senior Clubs.
Registration required.
Breakfast Club meets at Challenge Fitness, Silver & Gold Club meets at Fairmont Community Center, Golden Age Club meets at Dellwood Park Community Center, and Young Timers Club meets at Prairie Bluff Golf Club Banquet Room.
Proudly co-sponsored by the Lockport Township Supervisor’s Office.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2026
Christmas Tea
Time: 12–1:30 PM or 3–4:30 PM
Location: Gladys Fox Museum
Celebrate the holiday season with Christmas Tea at Gladys Fox Museum!
Presented with AARP Illinois.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 7
Happy New Year Bingo!
Time: 12–2 PM
Location: Prairie Bluff Banquet Room
Fee: $15 Resident / $20 Non-Resident
Ring in the New Year with friends, fun, and a little friendly competition! Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet at Prairie Bluff, followed by bingo and a chance to win. A cash bar will also be available.
Bingo cards: 5¢ per regular game, 10¢ for coverall. Maximum 3 cards per player.
Concerts & Entertainment
Live music and unforgettable performances throughout the year!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2026
Jingle Bell Jam
Time: 4:30–6 PM
Location: Dellwood Park Performing Arts Center Bandshell
Fee: FREE Community Event
Kick off the holiday season with a FREE family event at Dellwood Park!
SELECT DATES – SEE MUSIC SCHEDULE
Winter Concert Series
Time: Select Wednesdays, November 4–April 28
Doors Open & Food Service: 5:00 PM
Live Music: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Prairie Bluff Banquet Room
Fee: FREE to Attend
Warm up your winter with live music at Prairie Bluff! Join us in the Banquet Room for our Winter Concert Series, featuring a great lineup of local musicians from November through April.
Enjoy everything from country and classic rock to Motown, blues, dance hits, Sinatra favorites and more!
Food and drinks available for purchase.
Holiday & Seasonal Events
Celebrate your favorite holidays and seasons with LTPD!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2026
Festival of Trees
Time: 1–5 PM
Location: Gladys Fox Museum | 231 E. 9th St., Lockport
Celebrate the season at the Festival of Trees! Local businesses, organizations, and community groups will showcase their creativity with beautifully decorated Christmas trees at Gladys Fox Museum. Stop by during Christmas in the Square to admire the festive displays and vote for your favorite tree!
Cast your vote and help crown this year’s favorite!
Enjoy beautifully decorated trees created by local organizations and community members, including AARP, Bobbie Noonan’s Child Care, Girl Scout Troops 75958 and 76129, Lockport Lions Club, Lockport Township Park District Senior Clubs, Realtopia Real Estate, Rosaura Alfaro of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Taft School Art Club, White Oak Library, Lockport Sister Warriors, and Lockport Woman’s Club!
Voting ends at 5 PM on November 29. Winner announced December 1 at Facebook.com/Lockportpark
NOVEMBER 28–DECEMBER 17, 2026
Rudolph’s Reindeer Mail Express!
Santa wants to hear your Christmas wishes! Drop your letter into one of the special Green Reindeer Express Mailboxes, and Santa will send you a personalized reply!
Mailbox Locations: Challenge Fitness, City Hall, and Lockport Township Government Building
Don’t forget! Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope so Santa can write back!
DECEMBER 12 & 19, 2026
Santa Visits
Time: 4:30–8 PM
Fee: $45 per household | LTPD Residents Only
Santa is coming to your neighborhood! Enjoy a magical visit from Santa aboard his festive holiday bus, complete with lights, music, and family photo opportunities. Parents can even arrange for Santa to personally deliver gifts and a letter to their children!
Register by December 4th.
Community & Cultural Events
Celebrating the people, traditions, and history of our community!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2027
Black History Month Celebration
Time: 12–3 PM
Location: Fairmont Community Center | 525 Barry Ave., Lockport
Join us for a FREE community event celebrating Black history, culture, achievements, and traditions! Enjoy an afternoon of entertainment featuring the vibrant rhythms of MOYA African Entertainment, a special performance by 1619, sponsored by FCPGI, and an uplifting choir performance and blessing by Shiloh Church.
Special Guest: Gigi Coleman. Discover the inspiring legacy of aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman through a powerful one-woman performance by her great-niece, Gigi Coleman. Celebrate a remarkable story of courage, perseverance, and breaking barriers.
Lunch available for $10: Fried chicken, macaroni & cheese, collard greens, and pound cake. Catered by Simplest Tastes. Available while supplies last.
Sponsored by AARP, Lockport Township Government, and FCPGI.
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