Storytime at Society 57
Downtown Aurora AuroraJoin us for a special Storytime at locally run coffee shop, Society 57. We'll read stories, sing songs, finger plays, and more! For children of all ages and their caregivers....
Free
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Events Calendar
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Stay and Play Block Bonanza
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectCome play pretend with friends at this hands-on, specially themed drop in playtime. Best for ages 2-8 with their families. The Youth Program Room will transform into a unique, child-sized...
Free
Swedish American Museum Free Days
Swedish American Museum 5211 North Clark Street, ChicagoAdmission is free for all visitors on the second Tuesday of each month. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, BrookfieldFree admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3...
Free
Museum of Contemporary Art Free Day
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, ChicagoIllinois residents receive free admission on Tuesdays. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
Wildlife Connections
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, NorthbrookStop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.
Free
Visits with Santa
Fashion Outlets of Chicago 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, RosemontMacerich's Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to celebrate the holiday season with Santa visits at the shopping center from Friday, November 15 through Tuesday, December 24. While visits with...
Pet Photos with Santa
Yorktown Center 203 Yorktown Center, LombardOur favorite holiday tradition is back! Bring your furry friends to Yorktown Center for Pet Photos with Santa! Join us on November 19, December 3, and December 10 during all...
Pokémon Club
Various Locations ILMeet to play and talk Pokémon with other trainers. Participants are welcome to bring along Pokémon art, cards or other Pokémon items for show and tell. Ages 6 and older,...
Free
Paws-itively Magical
Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak BrookWhether they’ve been naughty or nice, treat your furry friends to the spirit of Christmas. Stop in for pet photos with Santa and create a new holiday tradition that’s totally...
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Drive, ChicagoOur Illinois Resident Free Days include access to all open animal and permanent exhibit and seasonal Stingray Touch. Take a deeper look at our current available exhibits here. We offer...
Free
Holiday Tree Lighting
Waiola Park 47th and S Waiola Ave, LaGrangeHot cocoa, cookies and holiday cheer. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Holiday Walks and Tree Lighting Ceremonies.
Free
Family Bingo Nights
Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, LemontJoin Ms. Joan for fun themed Bingo games and prizes.
Free
Holiday Movies and Music
Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, SchaumburgJourney back with us over the past century of film history as host John LeGear showcases some of the happiest and most memorable holiday moments from classic and popular films....
Free
Holiday Cards
Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, PalatineHelp brighten the holidays for Elderwerks clients and staff with handmade holiday cards. All are welcome to decorate cards with stickers, markers, and more! Drop in.
Free
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