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Bats and Other Misunderstood Creatures

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

In this one-hour program, we will dispel the five most common myths about bats, spiders, snakes and rats. Ages 6+ with a caregiver. ** **Ticketed program. Tickets are available 30...

Run Your Mutt Off

St. James Farm Warrenville, IL, United States

Run Your Mutt Off (RYMO) is one of Naperville’s favorite pet-friendly fundraising events, a celebration of community and companionship. Each year, hundreds of animal lovers come out for a day...

$15 – $30

Howl O Ween Dog Parade

Peck Farm Park 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL, United States

Bring your dogs and dress-to-impress at Peck Farm Park! This event is free, but pre-registration required. Prizes will be awarded! One handler per dog. One person may bring more than...

Free
Event Series Nature Center Open House

Nature Center Open House

Lake View Nature Center 63 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, United States

Would you like to learn more about the programs and events at the Nature Center? Do you want to visit some cool critters? Come to our open houses every month...

Free

Creatures of the Night

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for a special Fall treat at the Conservatory – live creatures in our tropical plant collection, where you can get up close and personal with the animals! Kids...

Included in general admission

Howl-o-ween Canine Costume Contest

Community Park (Westchester) 10201 Bond Street, Westchester, IL, United States

2nd annual spooktacular canine costume contest.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

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