Tony Bettenhausen
Recreation Center
- 8125 W 171st St | Tinley Park, IL 60477
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
5:30 AM - 9 PM
Saturday
7 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
7 AM - 4 PM
Closed: Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Christmas Day
7 AM - 2 PM: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve
8 AM - 1 PM: New Year’s Day
Monday through Friday
5:30 AM - 10 PM
Saturday
7 AM - 8 PM
Sunday
7 AM - 5 PM
Closed: Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Christmas Day
7 AM - 2 PM: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve
8 AM - 1 PM: New Year’s Day
Resident ID Required
The FREE Resident ID Card is required for children under age 16 for daily admission. To ensure residency privileges are not abused, all patrons paying for a daily visit to the Water Park or Recreation Center must prove their residency within the Tinley Park-Park District boundaries to receive the discounted resident rate. Children show this card at the Water Park gate or Recreation Center front desk and pay the resident’s daily fee. Report cards and school IDs do not prove residency.Those aged 16 and older use their Driver’s License for identification.
A parent must accompany their child(ren) age 15 and younger to the Recreation Center front desk to obtain the Resident ID Card.
PLEASE NOTE:Â Village/Corporate rates refer to those living within the boundaries of the Village of Tinley Park but outside the boundaries of the Tinley Park-Park District. Proof of residency and/or employment (current check stub) is required.
Indoor Playground
Our indoor playground is open to Tinley Park Residents Monday through Friday from 10 am-4 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am- 3 pm.
Indoor Playground Rules
- Present a valid Drivers License/State Id with a Tinley Park address to sign in at the front desk before entering
- NO food, drinks, gum or strollers are allowed in the playground room. Strollers may be left in the hall.
- For the well-being of others, please refrain from having your ill child play on the equipment
- All open cuts or scrapes must be covered with a bandage
- Please monitor your child when using the restroom
- Parents must supervise their child(ren) at all times and follow additional posted rules
Rental Facilities
The Park District offers many rooms to host your next gathering. Rooms can accommodate your special birthday, anniversary, graduation, retirement party, family reunions, bridal and baby showers or corporate events. Rental requests should be made a minimum of 30 days in advance and can be booked a maximum of 4 months before your event. Full-service kitchen facilities are available with several of the room rentals. Rates begin as low as $50 per hour and will vary depending upon your room selection. Stop at the front desk of the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center for room details and pricing.
Membership
Residents of Tinley Park-Park District can purchase an annual pass to the Bettenhausen Recreation Center, which includes unlimited use of the indoor walking track and basketball courts. Memberships are effective for one year from the date of purchase.
Showing the boundaries
and park amenities
Park District Residents
Village/Corporate Rate
Individual
$45
All household members must have proof of residency.
Household of 2
$75
All household members must have proof of residency.
Household of 3
$105
All household members must have proof of residency.
Household of 4
$135
All household members must have proof of residency.
Each Additional
Member
$30
All household members must have proof of residency.
Senior
Age 60+
$38
All household members must have proof of residency.
Senior Couple
Both Age 60+
$61
All household members must have proof of residency.
Maximum 8 members per household.
Effective January 1, 2020
Daily Drop-In Rates
To receive the $5 resident rate to enter the facility:
- Adults must show either a valid Driver’s License or State ID.
- Children under age 16 must show a Tinley Park-Park District Resident ID Card.
- Non-residents (and those without proper identification) pay a $15 entrance fee and must be accompanied by a resident to enter the facility. One paying guest is allowed per resident/member.
Residents
$5
Village/Corporate
$15
Non-residents
$15 with resident/member
Resident children age 2 & younger
Free
Admission Policies
Fees for admission into the Recreation Center are based on residency. There are two options for admission:
- Drop-in is fee paid per visit**
- Annual Pass (this admission covers use of the basketball court during open gym times, the indoor track, the use of the locker room facilities, children’s play area and the teen activity and game room during scheduled time frames.*)
*Youth under the age of 10 must remain in the
supervision of a parent or adult guardian at all times.
Children’s play area ages 2 – 9.
One paying non-resident guest is allowed per resident/member per visit. All non-resident guests must pay the non-resident drop-in fee.
Residency Requirements
Proof of residency is required by showing a valid Drivers License or State ID and one item listed below:
- Current itemized tax bill
- Current month’s utility bill
- Voter’s registration card
- Vehicle registration
- Birth certificate
Residents under age 16 can receive a FREE Resident ID Card, which can be used to receive the resident drop-in rate at the Rec Center. For more Resident ID Card information, click here.
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ALL photos MUST  be taken at the  Tinley Park-Park District. (parks, activities, special events or facilities. All submissions must be emailed to Bailey Hecker at Bhecker@tinleyparkparkdistrict.org. Each submission must include a title, location of photo, name, email and age of photographer. All photos must be the contestant’s original work. The Tinley Park-Park Districts serve the right to move […]
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Come out to the Tinley Park Performing Arts Center to audition for this season's slate of productions with The Playhouse Theater! We have 4 productions that will be auditioning on […]
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Tickets available online at Tinleyparkdistrict.org. Tickets also available at box office when doors open 30 minutes before show. Rating: PG-13
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Instill a love of reading with the Scholastic Book Fair because reading can take you anywhere! We have a variety of preschool and youth books as well as special items for sale. Find a new series to love or pick up a tried and true classic you will discover again. While you are here, check […]
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Get ready for some Doggone Pup-kin Fun while we pamper our pooches at this festive-filled event. Get your costumes out for the contests, free raffles and other surprises too! This event is open to members and nonmembers of Canine Campus. Dogs who threaten/show aggression toward other dogs/owners will be asked to leave. No registration necessary. […]
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This is a co-operative program with the Tinley Park Library. Register for this event beginning August 15 by calling the library at 708-532-0160 or go online at https://www.tplibrary.org. Age: 16+
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Come enjoy a night out at the Tinley Junction Miniature Golf Course. Dads bring your daughters out for a special evening for just the two of you. This Daddy Daughter Date Night is filled with dinner, miniature golf, crafts and lots of fun! Fee is per person (including adults). Fees: $18 R / $23 NR […]
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Swing on in to say goodbye to another great year! Golf and Concession Specials! |
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Enjoy some Halloween fun on our decorated spooktacular course. Dress in costume for a frightful free treat. Regular golf rates apply!
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The leaves are changing, air is getting cooler and we are ready to celebrate fall. Families are invited to make a festive scarecrow to take home, don’t worry, we provide the hay and instructions. Friday Night ,Tinley Junction Mini-Golf Course holds their Ghostly Golf event; families can purchase a round of golf and play at […]
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The Giant Garage Sale is back! It's time to sell your difficult-to-part-with treasures before the holidays! The event is held in the White Water Canyon Parking Lot. Exhibits are open to the shopping public at no charge. If you would like to be an exhibitor, register early! The Park District provides advertising and a selling […]
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Enjoy some Halloween fun on our decorated spooktacular course. Dress in costume for a frightful free treat. Regular golf rates apply! |