River Park
5100 N Francisco Ave, Chicago 60625
River Park has indoor and outdoor pickleball at 5100 N Francisco Ave in Chicago, IL 60625. Playing here takes a court reservation, listed at $10. Pickleball is played on shared courts with pickleball lines. Open play runs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The nearest other court is Horner Park, 0.9 mi away.
River Park at a glance
| Setting | Indoor & Outdoor |
|---|---|
| Court type | Shared / lined courts |
| Price | Reservation ($10) |
Pricing: Chicago Park District gym open play (Fall 2026, Sep 8–Dec 15) in River Gymnasium. Register via CPD online registration; season fee per session block: 21+ $10.00; 50+ $10.00. Schedule changes each season.
Played here? Tell us about the number of courts, the lights or the nets on this page.
When is open play at River Park?
| Day | Time | Level / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30–12:30 | 50+ |
| Monday | 17:45–19:15 | 21+ |
| Tuesday | 10:30–12:30 | 50+ |
| Tuesday | 17:45–19:15 | 21+ |
| Wednesday | 10:30–12:30 | 50+ |
| Wednesday | 17:45–19:15 | 21+ |
| Thursday | 10:30–12:30 | 50+ |
| Friday | 10:30–12:30 | 50+ |
| Saturday | 11:00–13:00 | 50+ |
Book a court Website (312) 742-7516
Questions about River Park
Where is River Park?
River Park is at 5100 N Francisco Ave, Chicago 60625.
Is River Park indoor or outdoor?
River Park has both indoor and outdoor courts.
Is River Park free?
No, River Park needs a court reservation (listed price $10). Check the venue for current prices.
When is open play at River Park?
Open play at River Park runs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Times are listed above.
What other pickleball courts are near River Park?
The closest are Horner Park (0.9 mi), Eugene Field Park (1.1 mi) and Welles Park (1.2 mi).
Do I need to reserve a court at River Park?
Yes, court time is booked in advance through the venue's booking page.
Good to know
Open play: Open play is a scheduled session where players show up and rotate into games, usually without needing a partner. Some venues charge a fee or ask you to sign up first.
Court reservation: A court reservation is court time you book ahead, usually by the hour, and share with the players in your group.
Dedicated courts: Dedicated pickleball courts are built only for pickleball, with permanent nets and lines. Shared courts have pickleball lines painted or taped on a tennis or basketball court.
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