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The Elmhurst Farmers Market is one of Elmhurst’s great local markets and a family friendly must do event, popular with locals and visitors alike. Enjoy boutique style shopping every Wednesday...
We're popping into the parks on select days this summer to party with you! Kids of all ages are invited for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops,...
Free Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert...
New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered. For...
The oldest farmers market in Illinois, the Aurora Farmers Market will be beginning its' 113th season on June 1st, 2024! Every week, our markets feature fresh, locally grown fruits and...
Are you stuck at home and wish you were on vacation? Come to the Library and pretend you're at a far-off vista with a green screen photo.
Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show on the Riverwalk. This program will be held outdoors at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre across Jackson Ave. from Nichols Library. In the event...
Come cheer on your favorite turtles from Hickory Knolls Discovery Center as they race toward the finish line! Afterwards, meet the competitors.
Casting On The Pier is back! Join us starting June 5 from 11am until 1pm, weather permitting. The team of skilled and friendly volunteers will be outside on the pier...
Catholic Charities’ Back to School Fairs help prepare children from low-income households for a new school year by providing a variety of services, including free school supplies! The Back to...
Don’t hate! Appreciate the fact that snakes are amazing! Did you know that snakes smell with their tongues? Or that they can eat animals 75% to 100% larger than their...
June 26 - Enjoy a crafty day at Smalley Pool with Wacky Wednesday Holidays Crafts, 1-4 pm! Explore your creativity while you create crafts from all different holidays. Regular daily...
Summer Drop-In Days, every Wednesday and Saturday, offer activities that explore history and culture in creative ways! Sessions may have a military theme or French spin — for example, apply...
Join us as we read Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream followed by a yummy treat and fun crafts. Please register all who wish to enjoy a frozen treat.
Join Little Bits Workshop for creative fun as we observe nature, draw, paint, or sculpt. Instruction, materials provided. Ages 8 to 12.
The Farmers Market will return June 5 - October 9, Wednesdays from 2:30 - 7 p.m. at Centennial Plaza near the Historic Water Tower, located at 10 Pine Avenue. ...
This new program from the DuPage Children’s Museum will look at art through architecture, science, and math. Explore stations and get hands-on with these amazing concepts. Drop-in event recommended for...
Local farmers market with a variety of stands. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Children come bring your bikes to practice riding on the streets of Safety Town. Entrance fee is $5 per child. 4 wheeled, low to the ground bike rentals are available...
The Batavia Farmers' Market is held every Saturday from May 18 through October 26, 2024 from 8:00am to 12:00pm on North River Street between Wilson and Spring Streets. The Market...
Looking for a free family-friendly activity for tomorrow night?Join us for Family Night at ARFM tomorrow night from 5-8pm! The evening will feature free admission, interactive activities, a scavenger hunt,...
Sundays and Wednesdays at the Community Park 5 to 8:30 PM. Mondays behind Town Hall from 5 to 8:30 PM. Events are weather permitting.
Safety City is open to the public and supervised by qualified staff. No drop-off permitted. Children with tricycles and helmets ca ride safely free of charge with a parent or...
Enjoy a summer evening at the library to get excited about the fun school year ahead! Best for families with children ages 4-12. Have a blast with family and friends...
This summer, make your Wednesday nights special with friends and family at the Arboretum. Dance to live music, enjoy food and drinks, play lawn games, and watch amazing sunsets on...
Traveling StoryWalks are a collaboration between the Park District, Plainfield Area Public Library, Joliet Public Library and Plainfield Police Department. The events feature a craft that goes with the story...
Get your motor running... to Downtown Lemont Cruise Nights? The librarians will be out and about with activities and special guests so be sure to swing by and say 'Hello.'...
*All Show Cars are welcome every Wednesday; Trophies are awarded according to the schedule. June 5 Calling All Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles June 12 Chevy / Corvettes (Expo Night) June...
Join us Every Wednesday (weather Permitting) 6-9 for a Free, Fun, Family Event. Bring your car or come check out the cool classic cars, enjoy a great meal with fellow...
Head to The Shell at Reed-Keppler Park for some free, family-friendly entertainment and fun! Enjoy live music, kid activities, and more. August 7: Prairie Station Acoustic August 14: Gooroos August...
Spend your summer nights enjoying the park with family and friends. Join us for FREE movies and concerts each month. Bring a blanket, some snacks and your family for an...
June 12 – The Mackenzie O’Brien Band July 10 – The Wayouts August 7 – The GOOROOS For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
Join us for fun and fitness! FREE & open to the public! Family Zumba class with Lucy.
June 26 – West Suburban Concert Band July 10 – Strung Out July 17 – Mr. Myers July 24 – Sting Rays July 31 – Telltale Hearts August 7 –...
Pack a cooler and bring your chairs and blanket for a free concert in the park this summer! June 26 at Westminster Park - The Messengers (Country Rock) July 10...
Your family and friends will enjoy music from a variety of bands from the Chicagoland area. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and a picnic basket. Get ready to hear some...
Join us at Citizens Park (511 Lake Zurich Road) beginning July 10 for our FREE Concerts in the Park Series presented by BMO Bank. 7:00 – 8:30pm in the Robert...
Summer Concert Series - Wednesdays in August. Mayfair Park Softball Field/East. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.
ALL ARE INVITED TO THIS FREE COMMUNITY EVENT! Gather your family, friends, and neighbors and head to downtown Clarendon Hills. Bring your own chairs and blankets, and set up your...
Join us for a summer of outdoor cinema with the Movies on The Lawn series at Oakbrook Center. From timeless classics to family favorites to modern blockbusters, there’s something for...
Summer is around the corner, and we can't wait for FREE, live music! Check out the lineup for our Wednesday Night Summer Concerts, every Wednesday starting June 5th at 7:30pm...
Enjoy family friendly films in our beautiful parks under the stars. Bring your own chairs or blankets and sit back and enjoy the show. Movies begin at dusk. Come at...
Please bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. You are also welcome to bring your own snacks. Please remember that alcohol and dogs are not allowed on park properties. Movies...
Announcing the 2024 Movies on the Green schedule! Join us for the following FREE events: June 12 – Super Mario Brothers July 17 – Barbie August 7 – Teenage Mutant...
Calling all sixth, seventh and eighth graders! Join us at East End Pool, 8:30-10:30 pm to swim and listen to music provided by Impulse Entertainment DJs! Drinks and snacks will...
Enjoy Chicago’s beloved sky spectacle show every Wednesday night at 9pm and Saturday night at 10pm, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Gather your loved ones and head...
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