Chicago Park District beaches free admission
This is free. When: Lakefront is open and free year-round; 2026 swim season has ended and swimming is prohibited until Memorial Day weekend 2027. Where: Chicago lakefront beaches.
Chicago Park District beaches · Offer
The Chicago Park District says it manages 26 miles of open and free lakefront and that admission to Chicago's beaches is free. As of the current page, the 2026 swim season has ended, no lifeguards are present, and swimming is strictly prohibited.
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Source: Chicago Park District
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