Events
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Sep 15, 2026 | 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Virtual
Shop online with a weekend pickup date for Sept. 24-25, 2026.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM Museum Of Contemporary Art, Chicago, IL
Visit the farmers market for cheese, produce, and baked goods at the MCA Plaza. Admission to the MCA is free for Illinois residents on Tuesdays evenings.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Adler Planetarium, Chicago, IL
Visit the planetarium with free admission for Illinois residents.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM Pottawatomie Community Center, St. Charles, IL
Join other parents to talk about parenting topics related to new parenthood.
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Sep 15, 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 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Gallagher Way, Chicago, IL
Join this interactive music program with singing, dancing, and bubbles, then stay for a family-friendly movie at 11 am.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Rhea Lana of North Shore, Glenview, IL
Visit Rhea Lana of the North Shore for new-to-you items.
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Sep 15, 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 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe, IL
Admission to the Chicago Botanic Garden is free on select days, but there is still a parking fee of $10/car for Cook County residents, and $12/car for non-Cook County residents.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Obama Presidential Center, Chicago, IL
The Presidential Center Museum is free to Illinois residents on Tuesdays. Please note: it is encouraged to reserve tickets in advance, as the museum is nearly sold out into the…
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Sep 15, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Newton Park, Glen Ellyn, IL
Enjoy outdoor storytime with music, games, and stories.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook, IL
Learn about animals with the help of residents of Misericordia.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Geneva Public Library District, Geneva, IL
Play loteria at the library.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Mount Prospect Community Connections Center, Mount Prospect, IL
Sing, play, and enjoy stories at this program for children ages 1-5.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Mount Prospect Public Library South Branch, Mount Prospect, IL
Visit the library for bilingual programming.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wheaton Public Library, Wheaton, IL
Visit the library for creative crafting.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Naper Settlement, Naperville, IL
Visit the third year of the farmers market at Naper Settlement, which is located in the heart of Downtown Naperville. Support local vendors and listen to live entertainment. Admission is…
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Sep 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Bricks Wood Fired Pizza, Lombard, IL
Fresh items with live music and entertainment can be found at the local farmers market in Downtown Lombard.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Oak Park Public Library - Main Library, Oak Park, IL
Register for an afternoon of Pokemon fun.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Wheaton Public Library, Wheaton, IL
Visit the library for creative crafting.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Village Green, Lemont, IL
Visit this annual market in the heart of Downtown Lemont.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Schiller Park Public Library, Schiller Park, IL
Register in advance for creative fun.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 4:00 PM Maywood Public Library District, Maywood, IL
Head to the library for classic cartoons.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM Fox Hill Greens, Naperville, IL
Celebrate the opening of newly updated playgrounds.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Zabrocki Plaza, Tinley Park, IL
Come to Oak Park Avenue to see classic cars on Tuesday nights.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Shedd Aquarium, Chicago, IL
The Shedd Aquarium offers a variety of free admission nights in 2026. The Shedd Aquarium's Discounts and Free Days page is the best resource for finding additional information before you…
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Sep 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library, Brookfield, IL
Visit the library for a special presentation.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Queensbury Greens, Naperville, IL
Celebrate the opening of newly updated playgrounds.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Camera Park, Glendale Heights, IL
The fun in Camera Park lasts over a week as you listen to live music and enjoy delicious German food.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Museum Of Contemporary Art, Chicago, IL
Admission is free for Illinois residents on Tuesdays from 5:00pm - 9:00pm. Free admission is always granted to various professionals including members of the military and educators. MCA has a…
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Sep 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Melrose Park Public Library, Melrose Park, IL
Design your own catapult at this pop-up program.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wood Dale Public Library, Wood Dale, IL
Visit the library for STEAM exploration activities.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Oswego Public Library-Montgomery Branch, Montgomery, IL
Head to the library for bilingual fun.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Palatine Library District Rand Road Branch, Palatine, IL
Register in advance for a night of fun.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM DMV Westchester Illinois Village Hall, Westchester, IL
Celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month at this festive event.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Aurora Public Library District - Santori Library, Aurora, IL
Chess Club is open to all skill levels.
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Sep 15, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Rolling Meadows Library, Rolling Meadows, IL
Visit the library for one of three sessions.
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