Throughout the pandemic, the safety of our patrons and staff has been our top priority. With the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, Governor Pritzker has mandated* that beginning Monday, August 30, all individuals age 2 and over must wear face coverings inside public buildings, regardless of vaccination status. Please note the change in our Covid-19… Read more…
The Park District Board recognizes Scott Sroka and Epstein Family for their heroic life-saving actions
On Monday, July 27, The Board of Commissioners recognized Scott Sroka and the Epstein Family for saving the life of a small child. On Sunday, June 13, 2021, the Epstein family was boating on Diamond Lake when they noticed a group of people wading in the water near the boat launch. One of the women… Read more…
Homecoming surprise reunion for children of Sgt. Christopher DeWitt.
Today was a special morning as we were able to take part in Sgt. Christopher DeWitt's homecoming reunion with his children, Gemma and Colton. Sgt. DeWitt came into summer camp dressed as Leroy the Lobster. The campers thought they were getting tips on water safety, but when Sgt. DeWitt removed the head of the Leroy… Read more…
We'd like your feedback. Please take our Online Community Survey
Now that the random survey conducted by Northern Illinois University Center for Governmental Studies is complete, we'd like your thoughts. Please consider taking our survey. Your input will be used to help us create our Comprehensive Masterplan for the next five years. Take me to the survey Llévame a la encuesta… Read more…
Mundelein School of Dance competes at Hall of Fame Nationals
Congratulations to our Mundelein School of Dance Company dancers. They finished out their dance season this week competing at Hall of Fame Nationals. Hall of Fame Nationals 2021 Results: Diamonds Are a Girls Best Friend - Sarah Georgescu - Teen Musical Theater Solo - Judge's Showmanship Award - Platinum -5th Overall Kings and Queens -… Read more…
2021 Freedom Classic Results
Thank you to everyone who came out to the 42nd annual Freedom Classic. We hope you had a fun time! Here are the results: Freedom Classic 5K Age Group Results Freedom Classic 5K Overall Results Freedom Classic 5K Age Group Results… Read more…
June Director Update
Find out about our special Phase Fun program which includes free drawings for big prizes and fun scratch-off cards. Learn about the changes at Diamond Lake Beach and our lifeguard hiring initiative. Our Freedom Classic 5k is back in person as we celebrate its' 42nd year this July 4th. Mundelein Park & Recreation District's Ron… Read more…
Diamond Lake Beach closed this weekend and Beach Bash is canceled due to Blue-Green Algae Bloom
In response to an active blue-green algae bloom on Diamond Lake, the Mundelein Park & Recreation District announced today out of an abundance of caution that Diamond Lake Beach will be closed this weekend and the Summer Beach Bash originally scheduled for Saturday, June 12 is canceled. Earlier today the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and… Read more…
Algae Bloom advisory for Diamond Lake
Lake County Health Department has collected samples on Diamond Lake as there is an active blue-green algae bloom. It is recommended that lake users avoid contact with water that: • Looks like spilled, green, or blue-green paint • Has surface scums, mats, or films; • Has a blue or green crust at the shoreline; •… Read more…
Community update regarding Aquatics Hours of Operation
Lifeguard Shortage Prompts Reduced Weekday Hours at Diamond Lake Beach Starting Monday, June 14, Mundelein’s Diamond Lake Beach will be closed Mondays through Thursdays and open only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. “A shortage of lifeguards in communities throughout the U.S. this summer is forcing many public pools to close altogether and beaches to go… Read more…
