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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 and families will learn about unique relationships between animals and plants as they collect sweet treats throughout our building. Kids and adults will… Visit up-close...
2nd annual spooktacular canine costume contest. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Trick or treat at the barn! Horses will be handing out candy and will be dressed to impress (so you can vote for the one with the best costume). Enjoy a tractor-drawn wagon ride, too, for $5 per person ages 5 and up and under 5 free. All ages. Free admission. No registration. Questions? Call...
Celebrate Owl-O-Ween with Wings and Talons at Springbrook Nature Center! Discover how resident owls adapt and thrive in our ecosystem. This event is free and open to everyone.
Robert’s Pizza & Dough Company is hosting its fourth annual Howl-o-Ween event! All dog owners are welcome to stop by Robert’s on Saturday, October 26th from 2pm-4pm for a special dog costume pet parade and contest! There will be three different costume categories: scariest, cutest, and most creative. Humans will have a chance to compete...
Furry, feathered, or full of scales –all pets are welcome this year! Celebrate spooky season with your pet in tow! Join us on the patio at Harry Caray’s Navy Pier for our Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest benefitting PAWS Chicago! All pets participating in the costume contest are required to register on Eventbrite. Registration is $10...
Did you know that many birds of prey (also known as raptors) can be found in our area? Join our friends from Wings and Talons as they share their owls, hawks, and falcons up close with us. You will learn fascinating facts about them and explore the various issues they face. You will come away...
Let's hang out and admire incredible animals together! Best for children ages 8-11. We'll learn, share our knowledge and excitement, plus do an experiment or craft that relates to bats. If your child is age 8 or younger, please remain near the Youth Program Room in case your child needs assistance. Caregivers of older children...
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