Events in December 2023
-
Oh No, Not My Gumdrop Buttons!
–
Oh No, Not My Gumdrop Buttons!
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200Cinnamon and spice and everything nice go into our gingerbread houses. You make it even sweeter with candy decorations and love. Each family decorates their house with candy, candy and more candy (with a little more candy added in for good measure). Our assistant Gingerbread Builder can provide creative expertise and maybe even teach you how to create a new decoration or two. Registration is per gingerbread house; register an additional family member if you wish to make multiple houses.
Fees: $35 R / $46 NR
Activity: 311005ARudolph Dash–
Rudolph Dash
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200Santa’s reindeer are busy training for the big night. Join us as we have some fun getting in shape too! We warm up with fun fitness activities then head to the indoor track for our dash! Kids run the track and a special visitor meets them at the finish line. Once everyone finishes their dash, runners can enjoy frozen hot chocolate, cookies and crafts! Parents do not stay for activities.
Fees: $15 R / $20 NR
Activity: 306639-A
Age: 4-9 -
VVAC Trains & Miniatures Reception
–
VVAC Trains & Miniatures Reception
Vogt Visual Arts Center17420 S 67th CtTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-6503Holiday Theater presents The Bullies' Christmas CarolHoliday Theater presents The Bullies' Christmas Carol
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200by Roz Mihalko, Donna Swift
Terrible twins Ebbie and Neezer bully their classmates, steal toys from homeless children and do everything they can to ruin the school's All-Inclusive, Non-Specific Holiday Celebration. But when three goofy ghosts show the siblings the past, present and future consequences of their awful deeds, they take another look at their choices. Will they change their ways in time to save the big show and themselves? A twist on a classic holiday tale sure to delight both naughty and nice kids.Instructor: Christina Halleran, Covered Bridge Playhouse
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/13/2023
-
VVAC Trains & Miniatures Reception
–
VVAC Trains & Miniatures Reception
Vogt Visual Arts Center17420 S 67th CtTinley Park, IL 60477708-614-6503Holiday Theater presents The Bullies' Christmas CarolHoliday Theater presents The Bullies' Christmas Carol
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200by Roz Mihalko, Donna Swift
Terrible twins Ebbie and Neezer bully their classmates, steal toys from homeless children and do everything they can to ruin the school's All-Inclusive, Non-Specific Holiday Celebration. But when three goofy ghosts show the siblings the past, present and future consequences of their awful deeds, they take another look at their choices. Will they change their ways in time to save the big show and themselves? A twist on a classic holiday tale sure to delight both naughty and nice kids.Instructor: Christina Halleran, Covered Bridge Playhouse
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/13/2023
Parade of Lights–
Parade of Lights
Come and see the Tinley Park District in the annual Holiday Parade of Lights down Oak Park Avenue. The parade is hosted by the Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce.
-
Winter Wonderland Frosty Fest
–
Winter Wonderland Frosty Fest
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200The gym is transformed into a winter wonderland complete with a DJ spinning holiday tunes, Santa, Mrs Claus, Rudolph and other friends to dance and take photos with! Enjoy hot cocoa and Christmas cookies to decorate, crafts and games! This is a family fun dance and event and every person over age 2 must register!
Fees: $10 R / $13 NR
ACTIVITY: 311008-A
AGE: All -
Always Hooked On The Holidays Comedy Improv Show
Always Hooked On The Holidays Comedy Improv Show
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200The holiday season returns and so does the hilarious theatrical holiday comedy spectacular that audience members called “more fun than small talk with the in-laws.” Two hours of cheers, laughs and plenty of seasonal foolishness.
Director: Josh Blair; Produced by Christina Halleran
Location: Tinley Park Performing Arts Center
Fee: $9 admissionFor all ages!
-
Summer In December
–
Summer In December
Tinley Fitness8125 W. 171st StreetTinley Park, IL 60477United States708-342-4200Grab your Hawaiian shirts and beach bag! Tinley Fitness is celebrating summer....in December! Pre-registration is required.
Fees: $5 R / $10 NR
Activity: 312113-B
Age: AllAlways Hooked On The Holidays Comedy Improv ShowAlways Hooked On The Holidays Comedy Improv Show
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200The holiday season returns and so does the hilarious theatrical holiday comedy spectacular that audience members called “more fun than small talk with the in-laws.” Two hours of cheers, laughs and plenty of seasonal foolishness.
Director: Josh Blair; Produced by Christina Halleran
Location: Tinley Park Performing Arts Center
Fee: $9 admissionFor all ages!
-
Supper with Santa
–
Supper with Santa
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200Start the holiday season having supper with Santa! Enjoy dinner, games, crafts and a special visit from Santa himself! Adults and children over 12 months must register for the event.
Fees: $18 R / $23 NR
Age: AllChildren's Theater presents Video ManiaChildren's Theater presents Video Mania
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200by Jeff Bengford
This adventure through cyberspace is a battle between technology and imagination! The story begins in the home of a couple of ordinary kids when their babysitters are sucked into a video game. To rescue them, the kids must figure out how to get "into the game" where they discover that their babysitters are not the only ones in trouble! Chasm, an evil sorceress, is draining all the imagination and color out of cyberspace and soon there will be nothing left. The kids enlist the aid of the rebellious Space Pirates to stop Chasm, rescue their babysitters and restore peace and harmony to the universe. In the end, the kids use their imaginations as a weapon to defeat Chasm and finally return home.Instructor: Christina Halleran and Rebecca Grzselo, Covered Bridge Playhouse
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/27/23
Teen Theater presents Alice @ WonderlandTeen Theater presents Alice @ Wonderland
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200By Jonathan Yukich
What would happen if a 21st century Alice collided with Lewis Carroll’s legendary Wonderland? This modern retelling of the children’s classic has the characters you know and love, including the Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit and the Queen of Hearts. The story is laid out in traditional style, except that Alice is distinctly contemporary, complete with cell phone in hand. This sharply told, crisply paced adaptation has been praised for its humor, modern style, and appeals to everyone.Instructor: Christina Halleran
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/13/23
-
Children's Theater presents Video Mania
Children's Theater presents Video Mania
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200by Jeff Bengford
This adventure through cyberspace is a battle between technology and imagination! The story begins in the home of a couple of ordinary kids when their babysitters are sucked into a video game. To rescue them, the kids must figure out how to get "into the game" where they discover that their babysitters are not the only ones in trouble! Chasm, an evil sorceress, is draining all the imagination and color out of cyberspace and soon there will be nothing left. The kids enlist the aid of the rebellious Space Pirates to stop Chasm, rescue their babysitters and restore peace and harmony to the universe. In the end, the kids use their imaginations as a weapon to defeat Chasm and finally return home.Instructor: Christina Halleran and Rebecca Grzselo, Covered Bridge Playhouse
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/27/23
Teen Theater presents Alice @ WonderlandTeen Theater presents Alice @ Wonderland
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200By Jonathan Yukich
What would happen if a 21st century Alice collided with Lewis Carroll’s legendary Wonderland? This modern retelling of the children’s classic has the characters you know and love, including the Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit and the Queen of Hearts. The story is laid out in traditional style, except that Alice is distinctly contemporary, complete with cell phone in hand. This sharply told, crisply paced adaptation has been praised for its humor, modern style, and appeals to everyone.Instructor: Christina Halleran
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/13/23
-
Children's Theater presents Video Mania
Children's Theater presents Video Mania
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200by Jeff Bengford
This adventure through cyberspace is a battle between technology and imagination! The story begins in the home of a couple of ordinary kids when their babysitters are sucked into a video game. To rescue them, the kids must figure out how to get "into the game" where they discover that their babysitters are not the only ones in trouble! Chasm, an evil sorceress, is draining all the imagination and color out of cyberspace and soon there will be nothing left. The kids enlist the aid of the rebellious Space Pirates to stop Chasm, rescue their babysitters and restore peace and harmony to the universe. In the end, the kids use their imaginations as a weapon to defeat Chasm and finally return home.Instructor: Christina Halleran and Rebecca Grzselo, Covered Bridge Playhouse
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/27/23
Teen Theater presents Alice @ WonderlandTeen Theater presents Alice @ Wonderland
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center16801 S 80th AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200By Jonathan Yukich
What would happen if a 21st century Alice collided with Lewis Carroll’s legendary Wonderland? This modern retelling of the children’s classic has the characters you know and love, including the Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit and the Queen of Hearts. The story is laid out in traditional style, except that Alice is distinctly contemporary, complete with cell phone in hand. This sharply told, crisply paced adaptation has been praised for its humor, modern style, and appeals to everyone.Instructor: Christina Halleran
Admission: $8Tickets go on sale 11/27/23
-
Jingles and Jammies
–
Jingles and Jammies
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200Come dressed in your jammies for a fun night of holiday games and activities! A scavenger hunt and holiday snacks are included in the festivities. Parents drop off their children for a fun filled night of holiday cheer!
Fees: $12 R / $15 NR
Activity: 311006-A
Age: 4-8 -
Job Fair
–
Job Fair
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200Join the fun! Your best summer job waits for you at Tinley Park-Park District!
-
Tinley Fitness & Recreation Center Open 7am-2pm
N/A
Tinley Fitness & Recreation Center Open 7am-2pm
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200 -
Tinley Fitness & Recreation Center Closed
N/A
Tinley Fitness & Recreation Center Closed
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200 -
Tinley Fitness & Bettenhausen Rec Center Open 7am-2pm
N/A
Tinley Fitness & Bettenhausen Rec Center Open 7am-2pm
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center8125 W 171st StTinley Park, IL 60477708-342-4200