St. Paddy’s Day 5k
Downtown Naperville 55 South Main Street, NapervilleNaperville St. Paddy’s Day 5K Walk/Run Come one, come all and take on the 5K together regardless of your age or how fast you will run. This is a fun...
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Easter Eggstravaganza at Chapelstreet Church
Chapelstreet Church (Keslinger Campus) 3435 Keslinger Road, GenevaWe couldn't be more EGGCITED for Easter Eggstravaganza 2024! Join the fun as families participate together in an indoor, scavenger hunt style egg hunt and hear the miraculous story of...
Free
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., BataviaFriends of the Library Book Sale in the FriendSpace in the Lower Level. Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are...
Parade Your Pet
East Dundee Downtown Depot 319 N. River Street, East DundeeSponsored by @dundeeanimalhospital Join us on Saturday, March 9th at 9:30 am so your pet can strut their St. Paddy's stuff and have a chance to win some great prizes...
Free
Shamrock Storycraft
Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, DarienFor families with kids 7 & under with an adult caregiver. Whether you’re Irish or just wish you were, join us for a St. Patrick’s Day story and craft. ...
Free
Andy Head: Comedy Juggling Show
Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, GenevaCelebrate the conclusion of our One Book, One Community event! Andy's show is packed with hilarious juggling, comedy, and audience participation. With a trunk full of tricks and some hilarious...
Free
It’s a Me, Mario
Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen EllynWahoo! Celebrate our favorite mustachioed hero named Mario and his Mushroom Kingdom friends with crafts and activities.
Free
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Downtown Naperville 55 South Main Street, NapervilleWSI’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a family event celebrating Irish heritage and culture. It attracts over 3,000 participants and 15,000 spectators to downtown Naperville. The Parade starts at 10:00...
Free
Play Soccer with Chicago Fire FC
Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, ChicagoJoin Chicago Fire FC Community Coaches—and Sparky the mascot—for fun, physical play activities that build focus, social interaction, confidence, creativity, and problem-solving! Your feet and your brain will be busy!
Included in general admission
Shamrockin’ St. Charles 8K
Pottawatomie Park 8 North Ave, St. CharlesBrewHop Fun Runs presents the Shamrockin' St. Charles 8K (formerly Shamrockin' Along the Fox River). In cooperation with St. Charles Park District and Pollyanna Brewing Company, Shamrockin' St. Charles offers...
$10 – $60
The Sky Tonight: Mobile Planetarium Visit
Prisco Community Center 150 W Illinois Ave, AuroraExplore the wonders of the night sky in the Discovery Center Museum's mobile planetarium! We'll learn about moon phase changes, the upcoming eclipse, planets, constellations and more. Register for a...
Free
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, NorthbrookWalk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Free
Neighborhood Festival Celebration
Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, GenevaCelebrate the conclusion of our One Book, One Community event! We'll have activities throughout the 1st floor, celebrating Geneva's community spirit.
Free
Character Trail
Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, WheatonPrincesses, superheroes, and cartoons, oh my! Follow the map and visit a variety of costumed characters in various stores throughout Downtown Wheaton. Snap a photo, collect autographs, and make memories,...
Winter Wonderland
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, ChicagoEnjoy the beauty of winter outside with Garfield Park Conservatory’s Nature Educators! During the winter months, we will be outside in the Play & Grow Garden to experience a lot...
Free
Thom McNamee Memorial Dundee St. Patrick’s Day Parade
East Dundee Downtown Depot 319 N. River Street, East DundeeCelebrate the St.Patrick's Day holiday in East Dundee with a spectacular Parade & fun for the entire family, including a Kilted 5K Run! For information on more events like...
Free
Elmhurst St Patricks Day Parade
Downtown Elmhurst York and Vallette, ElmhurstElmhurst proudly presents its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The parade will begin at the intersection of Wilson Street and Spring Roads and continue north on Spring Road in Elmhurst....
Free
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Various Locations ILThanks to our friends at Two Bostons we will be hosting Photos with the Easter Bunny at their Market Meadows location at 1239 S Naper Blvd in Naperville. So come...
donations accepted
Railroad Museum Open House
Veterans Park (Bensenville) Main Street & Church Road, BensenvilleExplore the Bensenville Railroad Museum from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and take in the history of trains in Bensenville on a real 1920s engine by taking part...
Free
Spring Market
Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, StreamwoodLocal vendors will be on-site for you to purchase handmade crafts, jewelry, food, and more. Please note: Some vendors take credit cards but most are cash-only.
Free
EncryptHer
Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, BrookfieldCalling all girl coders! Designed for Grades 3-5, this monthly STEM class will cover topics like cybersecurity, computer science, and online safety. Students will learn new skills and develop problem...
Free
Zoo Adventure Passport: Conservation Science Adventures
Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River ForestExplore through play-based learning and discovery. In collaboration with Brookfield Zoo.
Free
Maple Sugaring
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West ChicagoDiscover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real...
Free
Mixed Media in March Workshop
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, ChicagoJoin us Saturdays in March for a free Women’s History Month Workshop hosted by the Women’s Live Artist Studio. The Women’s LIVE Artist Studio is a community of Chicago-based, predominately...
Free
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Fest
Downtown Lemont LemontThe 32nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade & Fest will be held on Saturday, March 9, in historic downtown Lemont! The parade route is on north Stephen Street, and west...
Free
Jazz Thaw
Downtown Oak Park 1010 Lake Street, Oak ParkShake off the cold weather blues by enjoying FREE live jazz music at establishments throughout the Downtown Oak Park district! Presented by Downtown Oak Park in partnership with 90.9 WDCB...
Free
Ramadan Celebration
Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, SchaumburgLearn about and celebrate Ramadan with a storytime and craft. Presented in partnership with the Islamic Society of Midwest.
Free
St. Patrick’s Day at Medinah
Connolly Recreation Center 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, MedinahCelebrate one of the biggest holidays of the year early with us! Adults can purchase craft beer, as the kiddies can enjoy green milk. St. Patrick's Day crafts, games, and...
$5 – $9
St. Patrick’s Parade
Downtown St. Charles ILThe St. Charles St. Patrick's Day Parade is the highlight of a day full of celebration, including an Opening Ceremony, Photo Opportunities, and more! Starting at 2pm, the parade will...
Free
Musical Storytime with Anderson Music Studio
Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, BrookfieldJoin us for a storytime featuring musicians from Anderson Music Studio! All ages with caregiver.
Free
Fun With Your Son Night
Geneva High School Gymnasium 416 McKinley Avenue, GenevaEnjoy an evening of dancing, entertainment, and refreshments. All couples will receive a keepsake photograph from this memorable night. For information on more events like this, check out our...
$15 – $20
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