Seasonal Events Advertising
Throughout the year, the Park District of Oak Park features special community events for a variety of audiences! Read about each opportunity below, or click to get started.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor
Egg Hunt, Movies in the Park, Fall Fest, FLW Races
Benefits:
Premium co-branding and logo placement on marketing materials, premier booth location, special recognition at event via emcee, premier exclusivity
Community Sponsor
Egg Hunt, Unplug Illinois, Movies in the Park, Summer Concerts, Fall Fest, FLW Races
Benefits:
Marketing support varies per event, booth, recognition at event
In-Kind Donation
Santa Trolley, Trunk or Treat, Fright at Night, FLW Races
Benefits:
Based on the approximate value of the donation at discretion of the Park District of Oak Park, but typically included in brand acknowledgement
Event Descriptions
Winter
Santa Trolley: Starting and ending at Oak Park Conservatory, families enjoy this trolley ride and special event which includes entertainment, milk and cookies, time with the Head Elf, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a visit to Cheney Mansion.
Spring
Egg Hunt:Â Held in Maple Park, this family event is designed for children ages 3-10 and includes an egg hunt, pictures with the bunny, and themed games and crafts. Doggie Egg Scramble is held at the same time.
Doggie Egg Scramble:Â This free public event celebrates dogs and their owners as they hunt through the field to find the most dog treats and prize-filled eggs. Egg Hunt is held at the same time.
Summer
Movies in the Park:Â Held is Scoville Park, this free public event features five movies throughout the summer.
Summer Concerts:Â Held in Scoville Park, this free outdoor event features 11-12 concerts held throughout the summer featuring a mix of soul, jazz, rock, and country music.
Unplug Illinois Day:Â This is a free event for families to unplug from electronics, utilizing wellness theme options like walking paths, tennis, yoga, health screenings, etc.
Fall
Fall Fest:Â Rehm Park is transformed to celebrate fall with themed games and activities, a DJ, train rides, food vendors, and activities at the Oak Park Conservatory for a fun, free family event.
Frank Lloyd Wright Races:Â This popular annual event is one of the longest running racing events in Illinois with individuals, friends, and families participating in a 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, and Youth Mile for ages 5 and up.
Fright at Night:Â Kids enjoy trick or treating, entertainment, and creatures stirring in the ‘Bootanical Forbidden Forest’ at Oak Park Conservatory during this fun Halloween event!
Trunk or Treat:Â Local businesses and community organizations deck out their vehicles and come in costume to hand out candy to more than 700 local truck or treaters at this free and popular event held at the RCRC parking lot.
All Season
Special Active Adult Events:Â Contact our Sponsorship Coordinator for more information. Events are scheduled throughout the year and offered to our Active Adult community (50+).