Celebrate your birthday at the Devonshire Aquatic Center! Party package includes admission to the facility for you and your guests, a reserved picnic area for two hours and a special t-shirt for the birthday honoree. Parties are limited to a maximum of 40 people, including non-swimming attendees. You can book in person at the pool, online with your Skokie Park District account, or complete the party request form. Payment in full is due at the time of the reservation.
Birthday party reservations for the 2025 season will begin on April 1 at which time a party request form will be available on this page.
Birthday Party Fees
Resident: $250 for the first 25 people, $360 for 26–40 people
Non-resident: $360 for the first 25 people, $525 for 26–40 people
Birthday Party FAQs
How do I book a birthday party?
Reservations must be paid in full at the time of booking.- How many people can I bring in with my party?
Parties will be limited to a maximum of 40 guests. This includes non-swimming guests too.
- How to I determine my headcount for a birthday party?
Everyone entering the facility, whether swimming or not is counted in the total headcount.
- What kinds of decorations can I bring?
We recommend minimal decorations. The party area is outdoors and exposed to the elements. A few themed balloons paired with paper plates, cups, etc. We discourage banners, streamers, anything that requires taping or hanging items.
- Can I bring my own food and beverages?
Yes. Homemade foods are allowed in the facility. Food may not be ordered or brought to the pool from local pizza/sandwich type commercial restaurants. Non-commercially prepared foods are OK. Non-alcoholic drinks may be brought in a cooler as long as there are no glass containers.
- Can I bring a cake or ice cream?
Yes. You can bring a commercially prepared cake. We recommend cupcakes (no need for a cake knife). We do not provide refrigerators or freezers, so we discourage ice cream or frozen treats.
- Do you offer party packages from the concession stand?
Yes.
Private Rentals
Private rentals are perfect for graduation parties, church events, and birthday parties. Private rentals can be booked Wednesday through Sunday nights. Your group will have exclusive access to the entire facility, including lifeguards, for up to 2 hours. You can book in person at the pool, online with your Skokie Park District account, or via a request form, available on this page beginning April 1. Payment in full is due at the time of the reservation.
Private Rental Fees
$300 for the first hour, $90 each additional 30 minutes
Private Rental FAQs
- How do I book a private rental?
Reservations must be paid in full at the time of booking.
- Can I bring my own food and beverages?
Yes. You may bring in the food of your choice. The outside food policy does not apply to private rentals. Non-alcoholic drinks may be brought in a cooler as long as there are no glass containers.
- What kids of decorations can I bring?
We recommend minimal decorations. The party area is outdoors and exposed to the elements. A few themed balloons paired with paper plates, cups, etc. We discourage banners, streamers, anything that requires taping or hanging items.
- Are bands or DJs allowed?
No. You may provide your own music to be played over the facility PA system at the discretion of the pool manager. Music may not contain foul or offensive language. Music will be played at the managers discretion.
- Are lifeguards provided?
Yes. Lifeguard and pool managers are staffed to provide you a safe swimming environment.
- How many people can attend my private rental?
Up to 200 people can attend your gathering.
- What happens with inclement weather?
Pool staff will be in contact with you to determine the best and safest decision if there is a chance for inclement weather. Refunds are available for weather cancellations.