Residency

In District rates apply only to those who live within the park district boundaries. Those living outside of the boundaries pay the out of district fees shown in the program descriptions.
Proof of residency is required. Adults must have a valid driver’s license or a valid state of Illinois ID card.
To view boundaries click here.

Proof of Residency

It is impossible to always know all of our residents. Therefore, do not be offended if we ask for an ID and proof of residency when you register. It is our goal to give our residents the best possible service.

PROOF OF RESIDENCY items needed as follows:

• A VALID CURRENT state ID

• TWO (2) CURRENT utility bills with NAME & ADDRESS

If proof of residency is not available at the time of registration, the participant must be prepared to pay out of district rates.

You Snooze... you lose!

Nothing kills a program quicker than waiting until the last minute to register for it! If there are not enough registrants five (5) days prior to the start of the program, it will be cancelled. Registering late will not guarantee a program will run.

Flyers! Newspapers!

To help keep you informed about special events, trips, programs and activities, flyers will be available at the Administration Building and all park district facilities. Also, look for announcements in local publications.

Hall Rentals

Meeting and party rooms are available at Grant Park Recreation Center and Bulger Park Hall. Individuals interested in renting the Halls or Gym should contact the Administration Office at (708) 343-5270. NO ALCOHOL is permitted on park district grounds or in the facilities.

Photo Release

When you register for a VPD program or attend a VPD event, please know that you also consent to the use of any photographs in the Veterans Park District brochures, publications, presentations, VPD social media, etc. We appreciate your enjoyment of our programs and look forward to sharing your excitement and your child’s happiness with others!

Create-A-Class

Do you have a special talent or skill and would like to be an instructor for the Recreation Department? We are always looking for new people, programs and ideas. Please call or come into the office.

Registration Methods

Veterans Park District Registration Policy as of June 1, 2020

Pre-registration is required for Veterans Park District programs beginning June 1, 2020. Participants are required to pre-register at least two (2) business days in advance or by the program registration deadline date. Programs might be cancelled if pre-registration minimums have not been met.

Registration and payment may be completed over the phone at (708)343-5270 or on online click here.
Register in person at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake and George A. Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th Ave, Melrose Park. Registration office hours at these facilities will be Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM, Saturday, 9 AM to noon. The facilities are closed on Sundays.
Any unpaid balances must be paid in full before you can register for additional programs.

WAIT LIST POLICY:

If a participant is wait-listed and a space opens in a program, the first person on the wait list will be contacted. That participant will have 24 hours to respond and provide payment. If a response and payment is not received within 24 hours of enrollment, the next person on the wait list will be contacted. Veterans Park District will notify the participant and payment will be due at that time.

5 Ways to Register!

Online registration click here.
Walk-in during operating hours listed below.
Over the phone through the Veterans Park District Grant Park Recreation Center located at 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, AmEx, or Discover).
Via fax by downloading the Veterans Park District Registration Form and faxing to (708) 492-1801.
Mail by downloading the Veterans Park District Registration Form and sending it to: 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake IL 60164.

Download the Veterans Park District Registration Form here (20KB, PDF format)

You will need the Adobe Reader to view/print the form.This is a FREE program you may download here.

Grant Park Recreation Center

Registration: Walk-in • Phone • Fax • Facility rentals
44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, IL 60164
Phone: (708) 343-5270, Fax: (708) 492-1801
Office Registration Hours:
Monday—Friday 8 AM-6 PM
Saturday closed at Noon
Sunday CLOSED

Building open in evenings for programs and rentals.

Cimbalo Fitness Center & Museum

Registration: Walk-in • Phone (no fax registration or facility rentals)
1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park
Phone: (708) 343-5151
Monday—Friday 6 AM-8 PM
Saturday, Sunday: 8 AM-2 PM

George A. Leoni Complex

Registration: Walk-in • Phone (no fax registration, Leoni Complex facility rentals only)
800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park
Phone: (708) 716-4822, Fax: (708) 343-3638

Monday—Friday 8 AM-6 PM
Saturday closed at Noon
Sunday CLOSED

Building open in evenings and weekends for programs and rentals.
After hours turf rentals available – call (708) 716-4822.

We accept Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard, AmEx and Discover. A $15 service charge will be assessed if your check is returned.

Requests for refunds must be made prior to the start of a program. No refunds will be allowed once the program begins.

Veterans Park District

Committed to enhancing the quality of live of our residents by offering the best in recreational and leisure services