Events
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Sep 30, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Green City Market Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL
Visit Lincoln Park to support local farmers and enjoy community programming on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, Elmhurst, IL
The Elmhurst Farmers Market relocated in 2025 to the parking lot of the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church. There, you'll find shopping and market stands every Wednesday morning.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Winfield Farmers Market, Winfield, IL
The Winfield Farmers Market offers a variety of vendor vendors during the week.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Field Museum, Chicago, IL
The Field Museum is hosting free Wednesdays in 2026. Advance tickets can be reserved online in advance, and can be reserved at the door as space allows. Proof of residency…
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Sep 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM DuPage Children's Museum, Naperville, IL
Families can enjoy sensory play, music and movement, storytimes, art projects, dinosaur digging, play dough, stickers, and train tables.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cantigny Park, Wheaton, IL
Cantigny Park is welcoming back free parking opportunities every Wednesday of the month from March to October. Advance registration was required. Check their website for any updated offerings including select…
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Sep 30, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, IL
MSI offers museum free days for Illinois residents with ID throughout the year, with the most recent dates listed. Dates subject to change, so please check their website before heading…
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Sep 30, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM St Charles Public Library, St. Charles, IL
Visit the library for playdough fun.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Brookfield, IL
Visit the zoo for two free pop-up days to end September.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, Oak Brook, IL
Lizzardo Museum of Lapidary Art offers free admission on Wednesdays, and is free every day to guests 6 and under. Active members of the military are admitted free every day.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Vernon Area Public Library, Lincolnshire, IL
Learn coping strategies through this social-emotional learning program.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago, IL
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum offers free admission to various professionals including members of the military, and educators. They are also free admission to Illinois residents on select days throughout…
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Surrey Park, Glen Ellyn, IL
Visit various parks throughout the fall to enjoy special programming with the Glen Ellyn Public Library.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Village Green Park, Glen Ellyn, IL
Enjoy outdoor storytime with the Glen Ellyn Public Library.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Oak Park Public Library - Main Library, Oak Park, IL
Open to all children ages 0-5, whether or not they attended Storytime.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park, IL
Join bilingual storytime.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library, Brookfield, IL
Visit the library for bilingual storytime.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM Bartlett Public Library District, Bartlett, IL
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Sep 30, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, Chicago, IL
DuSable Museum is free to all visitors on Wednesdays, and free every day to first responders and military personnel.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Bellwood Public Library, Bellwood, IL
Get creative at the library. Registration required.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Barrington Area Library, Barrington, IL
Create care packages for members of the military at this pop-up event.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM Riverside Water Tower, Riverside, IL
In the heart of downtown Riverside, you'll find cookies, smoothies, and countless other delicious treats.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago, IL
Join extra programming each week at the Garfield Park Conservatory.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Lisle Library District, Lisle, IL
Visit the library for LEGO creativity and fun.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Schaumburg Township District Library, Schaumburg, IL
Learn all about STEM topics at this pop-up program for 5-8 year olds.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Downers Grove Public Library, Downers Grove, IL
Join the pop culture fun at the library.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Bartlett Public Library District, Bartlett, IL
Register in advance for this pop-up learning session.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM Three Stories Bookstore, Lemont, IL
Come in your PJs and enjoy a cozy storytime.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park, IL
Bring your doll for pop-up fun.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Maywood Public Library District, Maywood, IL
Register in advance for this crafting session.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM North Riverside Public Library, North Riverside, IL
Bring the whole family for fingerpaint fun! Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Gallagher Way, Chicago, IL
Bring a blanket for these family-friendly, outdoor movies on select Wednesday nights. Movies are free, with upgraded packages for a fee.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Lisle Library District, Lisle, IL
Register in advance for this small group storytime.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Naperville Public Library - Nichols Library, Naperville, IL
Visit the library for a special storytime presented in Mandarin.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Naperville Public Library - Nichols Library, Naperville, IL
Enjoy bilingual programming with songs, stories, and more.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Naperville Public Library - 95th Street Library, Naperville, IL
Family storytime presented in Mandarin.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Gallagher Way, Chicago, IL
Bring a blanket for these family-friendly, outdoor movies on select Wednesday nights. Movies are free, with upgraded packages for a fee.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Arlington Heights, IL
Come play with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Poplar Creek Public Library, Streamwood, IL
Visit the library for Loteria fun.
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Sep 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM Prospect Heights Public Library District, Prospect Heights, IL
Learn the fundamentals of ASL.
Free Registration Required
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