Chicago Park District - OZ PARK

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2021 N Burling St
Chicago, IL 60614

Oz Park, located in the Lincoln Park community of Chicago, is a vibrant recreational space that celebrates the beloved theme of "The Wizard of Oz." Spanning 1.44 acres, the park features Dorothy's Playlot, a community garden, tennis courts, ballfields, and basketball courts, making it an ideal destination for families and children to enjoy outdoor activities.

Since its establishment in 1976, Oz Park has become a cherished community hub, showcasing sculptures of iconic characters such as the Tin Man, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and Dorothy with Toto. The park's ongoing enhancements are supported by the Oz Park Advisory Council, which has raised significant funds to improve the park and its facilities for visitors of all ages.

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Anne-Marie N.
11/25/2025

Lovely park with beautiful statues. Play area looked great for small children. Lots of space to run around and courts available. Pretty park to see the leaves turn. Worth a visit. Not far from...

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Annette B.
10/6/2025

As a classic movie nerd who allows a local history of this park was a blast to visit on a really nice summer day. Definitely go check out the different statues and tributes to all things Oz!

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Jazmine P.
9/22/2025

I randomly stumbled on this cool Wizard of the Oz themed park, and was on the hunt to find all the statues. I found most of them easily but the lion gave me a run for my money. They also have...

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Brooke B.
7/23/2025

Such an adorable park in the middle of the city. They have pickleball, volleyball, a jungle gym for the kids, and an adorable garden where I always see people enjoying a nice book in the grass....

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Tank G.
6/22/2024

This is a cute little park that has a Wizard of Oz theme. You will find statues of characters from the timeless Lyman Frank Baum classic including the tin man, the cowardly lion, the scarecrow and...

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