Storytime in the Park
Diane Main Park 200 W 59th St, WestmontBring a picnic blanket and join us for a special outdoor family storytime. Diane Main Park, 200 W 59th St. 0 – 5 years with a caregiver.
Free
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Family Storytime in Cottonwood Park
Cottonwood Park (Hoffman Estates) 2029 E Parkview Circle, Hoffman EstatesStart your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun with our Family Storytime! This program will take place outside, weather permitting. If moved indoors, pick up free tickets at...
Free
Winfield Library Storytimes
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonThe Winfield Public Library and Cantigny Park invite you to Storytime in the Gardens! Join library staff this summer for special readings with hands-on activities and great stories. Participants will...
Free
T-Rex Tea Party
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, LombardStomp on down to the Library for the fiercest tea party ever! We’ll have dinosaur stories, songs, and surprises. Wear your fanciest or most ferocious attire.
Free
Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, ChicagoFrom sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in...
Free
Unicorn Party
Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, WoodridgeIf you are looking for some magical and mystical fun then check out our very own unicorn party! We'll play games, craft, dance, and have some magical unicorn surprises. Register...
Free
Build It
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, LombardDrop-in event recommended for families with children ages 6 and up. Cardboard, blocks, giant building bricks, and more! We’ll have the supplies, you bring the imagination. We can’t wait to...
Free
Wacky Wednesday
Norman P. Smalley Pool 665 S. York Street, ElmhurstEnjoy a super day at Smalley Pool during Wacky Wednesday, 1-4 pm! Fun and games for kids of all ages. Regular daily admission rates apply. June 14 - Superheroes June 28...
regular admission
Summer Adventures for Kids – Traveling Through Time
Des Plaines History Center 781 Pearson Street, Des PlainesJoin the Des Plaines History Center this summer as we travel through time! Over the course of six weeks, we will explore different eras of human history starting with Ancient...
Free
JG’s Reptile Road Show
Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookJoin us for a fun, hands-on family program featuring reptiles and insects from all over the world!
Free
Summer Sounds
Roosevelt Collection Shops 150 W. Roosevelt Road, ChicagoLive music, local eats and fun for all ages, the Roosevelt Collection Shops, 150 W. Roosevelt Rd., is proud to announce an all-new Summer experience to be hosted select Wednesday...
Free
Wednesday Nights Live
Elmhurst City Centre 147 North York Street, ElmhurstJoin your friends and neighbors under the Umbrella Sky installation for Wednesday Nights Live this summer in City Centre! Some of the region’s best tribute bands will be in the...
Free
Summer Music Series
Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, WheatonLive music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...
Free
Summer Night Markets
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, ChicagoOn the last Wednesday of the month, from May 31 through August 30, from 6PM-9PM invite your friends and family to join the fun by dressing up in theme with...
Free
Town Square Concerts and Events
Schaumburg Town Square 200 S Roselle Road, SchaumburgSunset Yoga Thursday, June 1 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of yoga in Town Square led by our certified yoga instructor, Marti Lahood. Rain location: Central Library Brass From...
Free
COD College Theater Touring Show: Hare Today, Tortoise Tomorrow
Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, WheatonJoin Tortoise as he makes new friends and takes on new challenges Animal High. Tortoise must find his courage and determination when he competes against the confident and boastful Hare....
Free
Live Music Concerts
Roger C.Claar Performing Arts Center 375 Briarcliff Road, BolingbrookIt's summer! Grab a blanket, food and come out to enjoy various Chicago area bands! May 31 - Funky Mojo Daddy (Blues) June 7 - The Red Roses (Indie Pop)...
Free
Music in the Park
Bensenville Village Hall 12 S Center Street, BensenvilleEveryone’s favorite free, family summer concert series, Music in the Park begins in June and has something to offer for all musical tastes. Music in the Park will be held...
Free
Flick n Float
Heritage Park Family Aquatic Center 105 Community Boulevard, WheelingLights…Camera…Action! Spend an evening at the Family Aquatic Center with family and friends and watch movies while swimming! Movie: Sonic 2
Included in general admission
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