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03/05/2026

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03/04/2026

Whether you're looking to start your spring gardening or are purchasing something special for a mother in your life, the annual Tinley Park Art and Garden Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9 in Harmony Square is the place to be!🌱

If you’re a vendor who sells flowers (annuals, perennials, succulents, etc.), garden supplies, seedlings, bouquets, handcrafted items, fine art, and illustrations, the Village invites you to fill out the 2026 Art and Garden Vendor Application for a chance to participate in this year’s event: https://ow.ly/lx5C50YniZZ
Interested vendors should also submit details, photos, and samples of their products (samples will be returned).

Applicants will be notified regarding the status of their participation by March 27, with payment accepted only after the jury’s decision. Applications are due Friday, March 13.

02/19/2026

When the popular Benches on the Avenue public art project returns this summer, your business or organization could be front and center! Sponsorships are open, so act now if you want exposure to tens of thousands of visitors to Downtown Tinley this year.

For just $749, your business or organization will get a plaque affixed to your bench, inclusion in the regionally distributed Benches on the Avenue brochure, and your name featured on the Village websites and social media. Sponsors also take possession of the bench at the end of the season.

Benches will be out from mid-May to early October along Oak Park Avenue and will feature the theme “Party in the USA” in tribute to America’s 250th birthday. Benches are six feet long, include attached flower boxes, and feature one-of-a-kind artwork with colorful, three-dimensional, and family-friendly designs.

To get started, fill out the 2026 Benches on the Avenue Sponsorship Opportunities form, and you’ll be contacted in April if you’re chosen to begin selecting your bench: https://ow.ly/Mctv50Yfrei For more information, contact Kelly Oswald at (708) 444-5024 or koswald@TinleyPark.org.

02/12/2026

If you're a vendor who wants to get your product in front of thousands of potential customers, the Village invites you to apply for the 2026 Farmers Market!

The cost is $450 for the season, but the Village is offering a special pre-season rate of $400 for potential vendors who submit Part 1 of the application by Feb. 13. Just fill out the application and click submit: https://ow.ly/xlxB50Y6yGk

Applicants will receive a reply with confirmation of receipt within seven business days. Upon notification of acceptance, vendors will complete Part II of the application and submit it, along with a certificate of insurance, all required food safety documents, and full payment, to the Village of Tinley Park. Signed acknowledgement, certificate of insurance and payment are all due no later than March 23.

02/11/2026

Sponsor one of this year’s Benches on the Avenue and get your business or organization’s name in front of tens of thousands of Downtown Tinley visitors this year!

Benches will be out from mid-May to early October along Oak Park Avenue and will feature the theme “Party in the USA” in tribute to America’s 250th birthday. Benches are six feet long, include attached flower boxes, and feature one-of-a-kind artwork with colorful, three-dimensional, and family-friendly designs.

For just $749, your business or organization will get a plaque affixed to your bench, inclusion in the regionally distributed Benches on the Avenue brochure, and your name featured on the Village websites and social media. Sponsors also take possession of the bench at the end of the season.

Interested? Just fill out the 2026 Benches on the Avenue Sponsorship Opportunities form, and you’ll be contacted in April if you’re chosen to begin selecting your bench: https://ow.ly/v72Y50Ya7He

02/10/2026

02/09/2026

Harmony Square will be filled with beautiful flowers and creative works of art when the Village’s annual Tinley Park Art and Garden Market returns from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9.🌸

If you’re a vendor who sells flowers (annuals, perennials, succulents, etc.), garden supplies, seedlings, bouquets, handcrafted items, fine art, and illustrations, the Village invites you to fill out the 2026 Art and Garden Vendor Application: https://ow.ly/4s3y50Ya7sm

Applicants will be notified regarding the status of their participation by March 27, with payment accepted only after the jury’s decision. Applications are due Friday, March 13.

02/05/2026

When the Tinley Park Irish Parade steps off on March 8 along Oak Park Avenue in Downtown Tinley, you could be marching right along with it!🍀

Entry forms are open exclusively to Tinley Park businesses, organizations, and community groups now through Friday, Feb. 6, and will open to all others after that date. Fill out the form today to be considered to participate in one of the biggest events in Tinley Park: https://ow.ly/ZSRI50Y6y5e

If you or someone you know has a business that could benefit from exposure to tens of thousands of potential customers, you can also consider becoming an Irish Parade sponsor. Presenting sponsorships are available for $750 and include an extended parade entry space as a sponsor, your name/logo on the lead parade banner and on promotional materials, recognition on the Tinley Park Life Amplified page, and an extended announcer recognition at the reviewing stand. Apply today to take part in one of the Village's biggest events: https://ow.ly/2vbQ50Y6y5j

The Tinley Park Irish Parade will kick off at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 8 from Central Middle School and march north along Oak Park Avenue. The viewing area will be from 179th Street to the Subway parking lot at 17219 S. Oak Park Avenue. Irish music after the parade at Harmony Square will round out the day's fun!🎵

02/03/2026

The Village's popular Tinley Park Farmers Market will return this year on Saturdays from June 6 to Oct. 24 in Harmony Square, 6700 North St. If you're a vendor who wants to get your product in front of thousands of potential customers, the Village wants to hear from you!

The cost is $450 for the season, but the Village is offering a special pre-season rate of $400 for potential vendors who submit Part 1 of the application by Feb. 13. Just fill out the application and click submit: https://ow.ly/Yaf650Y6yGl

Applicants will receive a reply with confirmation of receipt within seven business days. Upon notification of acceptance, vendors will complete Part II of the application and submit it, along with a certificate of insurance, all required food safety documents, and full payment, to the Village of Tinley Park. Signed acknowledgement, certificate of insurance and payment are all due no later than March 23.

For more information, visit https://ow.ly/NoSK50Y6yGj.

01/24/2026

More than 100 employers and 1,800 jobseekers came out to the third annual Southwest Job Fair on Jan. 15 at the Tinley Park Convention Center. Hosted by the Village of Tinley Park, the Village of Orland Park, Orland Township, and the office of Cook County Commissioner Sean Morrison, the event featured mock interviews, free headshots, and a chance for jobseekers to connect with employers looking to hire.

More than 100 employers and 1,800 jobseekers came out to the third annual Southwest Job Fair Jan. 15 at the Tinley Park Convention Center.

01/22/2026

Are you looking to drive growth, establish a positive reputation, and increase brand awareness for your business? If so, community involvement is the easiest and most effective way to do so. Plus, becoming involved in the community provides the opportunity to give back and show you care.

There are numerous ways for your business to become engaged in the Tinley Park community throughout the year, such as:

-Volunteer or donate services
-Sponsor a youth sports team
-Join the Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce
-Take part in the Tinley Park Irish Parade and Parade of Lights
-Sponsor one of the Benches on the Avenue
-Become a vendor in the Tinley Park Farmers Market
-Set up a booth at the Tinley Park Block Party
-Participate in the Tinley Park Boo Bash and Holiday Market
-Sponsor Downtown Tinley events like Music in the Plaza, Boo Bash and others

For more information on how to get involved with the Village's special events, visit www.TinleyPark.org/EventPartners

01/21/2026

The Village's popular Tinley Park Farmers Market will return this year on Saturdays from June 6 to Oct. 24 in Harmony Square, 6700 North St. If you're a vendor who wants to get your product in front of thousands of potential customers, the Village wants to hear from you!

The cost is $450 for the season, but the Village is offering a special pre-season rate of $400 for potential vendors who submit Part 1 of the application by Feb. 13. Just fill out the application and click submit: https://ow.ly/LLVi50XY66z
If you have any questions, you can reach out to Farmers Market Manager Kelly Oswald via e-mail at koswald@tinleypark.org.

Applicants will receive a reply with confirmation of receipt within seven business days. Upon notification of acceptance, vendors will complete Part II of the application and submit it, along with a certificate of insurance, all required food safety documents, and full payment, to the Village of Tinley Park. Signed acknowledgement, certificate of insurance and payment are all due no later than March 23.

For more information, visit https://ow.ly/Q1MV50XY66A.