Upcoming Events

Short Track Racing is back! This beginner-friendly race series takes place every other Wednesday beginning 7/8! This race can be done on any bike, particularly cyclocross or mountain bikes. Rentals are available at the Outfitter. Registration begins at 5pm, races begin at 6pm. Youth and...

A Lux Listenings x Friends of Big Marsh SeriesEvery 4th Friday | May – September | 5–8pBig Marsh Park | 11559 S Stony Island, Chicago 60617An outdoor music series rooted in intentional curation and community. Each month a different selector. Each month a different sonic...

Big Marsh is more than bikes! Join us on the Southside's most beautiful natural landscape to pause a moment, and connect with nature and yourself. Ms. Allison's "Pause. Awaken. Restore" events will run 9am-10:30am Ms. Elysses "First Light Drum Circle" will begin at dawn, around 5:30am Ms....

The Spring Re-Set at Steelworkers Park is a community driven event where members of the affinity climbing groups that use the park and wall come together to design and “set” a total of 17 new climbing routes for the 2026 climbing season. The event will...

We have a very exciting year planned. Between new amazing trails opening, bike workshops, an expanded race calendar, a series of wellness activities, and new rental bikes; Friends of Big Marsh will really be offering something for the whole family! We need to grow our...

Join the Chicago Park District and Chicago Climbs for this Community Climb. Ages 6+ are welcome (climbers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). These climbs are FREE and include all climbing equipment (harness, helmet, and shoes) and use of climbing systems....

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