News | Oakbrook Terrace Park District

Public Notice: Election Materials Available

Fri, Aug 14, 2026

Eligible residents of the Oakbrook Terrace Park District interested in running in the April 6, 2027 election for the office of a Park Commissioner of Oakbrook Terrace Park District may obtain nomination petitions and election materials Monday through Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, at the Oakbrook Terrace Park District, 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181. The first day to begin circulating petitions is August 25, 2026. Candidate petitions will be accepted beginning November 16, 2026 through November 23, 2026 from 8:30am-5:00pm.

Park Board News

Playtime Pals: $5 Fridays

Mon, Aug 03, 2026

Playtime Pals is back! Our Group Exercise Studio is open to little ones ages 1-5 with an adult every Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm from May through August. We'll have mats, tunnels, slides, and more for a fun and active way to spend the morning!

Playtime Pals is only $5 per child (adults are free). Please note, the Group Exercise Studio is on the second floor and does not have elevator access.

Fitness Center News, Program News

New After Camp Option for Summer Camp

Mon, Jun 01, 2026

The fun doesn't stop when the camp day ends! Our new Super Star and Last Blast After Camp programs keep the excitement going with games, crafts, movies, and other activities. Campers get extra time to enjoy the summer, and parents enjoy a later pick-up time. Campers, please be sure to bring a water bottle and an afternoon snack!

After Camp runs 3:30-6:00pm at the Heritage Center and only costs $60 per week. You can sign up for any of our Super Star camp weeks as well as our Last Blast camps.

Program News

Fertilizer Treatment Notice

Wed, May 06, 2026

Heads up, park visitors! Please note that spraying of non-selective weed control will take place at all parks beginning at 7:00am every Friday.

In addition, CS Turf has scheduled the below dates for our 2026 fertilizer and herbicide applications. These will be applied to all of our parks (Heritage Park, Dorothy Drennon Park, and Terrace View Park) on the scheduled dates unless otherwise noted. Thank you for your cooperation as we keep our parks looking great!

Park News

RFP for Universal Surveillance & Security System Project

Fri, Apr 17, 2026

Notice is hereby given that the Oakbrook Terrace Park District is requesting proposals for the Universal Surveillance & Security System Project. Specifications and proposal documents may be obtained at Heritage Center, 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 or online at https://obtpd.org. For additional information, contact Shannon Elsey at 630-627-6100.

Special Project Updates

OBTPD Wins IPRA Outstanding Program Award

Mon, Feb 23, 2026

The Oakbrook Terrace Park District is pleased to announce its Animal Care Assistant Mentoring Program (ACAMP) was selected as the winner of the 2026 Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) Outstanding Program Award (Division I). The Park District’s award was recently announced at the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD)/IPRA Annual Conference in Chicago.

Lake View Nature Center News, Program News

$5 Evening Guest Pass

Thu, Sep 25, 2025

Interested in checking out our Fitness Center? Looking for a convenient way to get a workout in after work? We now offer a $5 evening guest pass available Monday-Thursday from 5:00-9:00pm! This provides non-members a way to explore our facilities and see if a membership is a good fit. We have a full cardio and weight room, racquetball courts, a gymnasium, and more!

The Fitness Center is located in the office building at 1 Parkview Plaza in Oakbrook Terrace. Just park in the free parking garage to enter.

Fitness Center News

Subscribe to Our Email Newsletter

Mon, Sep 08, 2025

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Program News

Coming Soon! New Fitness Center Hours

Mon, Jul 28, 2025

We are excited to announce new Fitness Center hours coming soon! Starting September 2, 2025, the Fitness Center will be open 11:00am-9:00-pm Monday-Thursday. Our hours will remain 8:00am-4:00pm on Fridays. These new operating hours will provide more opportunities for the community to enjoy and utilize our fitness facilities.

Fitness Center News

Pickleball FREE for Fitness Center Members

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Pickleball is now FREE for Fitness Center members! Grab a friend to drop in and play on our indoor courts. It's a great way to stay active and have fun during the winter months!

Stop by to play anytime during open Fitness Center hours (please call beforehand to ensure gymnasium availability).

All equipment is included! Non-members can play for just $5 for up to two hours of play. No registration required; just stop in and sign a waiver before playing. Call the Fitness Center at 630-574-0420 with any questions!

Fitness Center News

Mission, Vision, and Core Values

Tue, Jul 30, 2024

Oakbrook Terrace Park District’s Updated Mission, Vision, and Core Values

Park News

Virtual Tour of Lake View Nature Center & Terrace View Park

Wed, Nov 01, 2023

Virtual Tour of Lake View Nature Center & Terrace View Park

Lake View Nature Center News

Open Gym Pickleball

Wed, Apr 19, 2023

Pickleball is FREE for Fitness Center Members! Non-members can play for $5 for up to two hours of play.

Please note, pickleball is based on gym availability. Please contact the Fitness Center at 630-574-0420 with questions or to check on gym availability.

Fitness Center News, Program News