Wildlife Connections
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesStop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.
Free
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Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesOur 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 several reservation options for Free Days. For those who prefer to plan ahead, online ticket reservations are available with a $5 convenience fee per order....
Free
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United StatesFree 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 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
Bats and Other Misunderstood Creatures
Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesIn 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 minutes before the program at the Children's Services Desk.
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United StatesStart your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.
Free
Run Your Mutt Off
St. James Farm Warrenville, IL, United StatesRun 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 of fun and walk or run to save pets' lives. This untimed fun run/walk is a great outing for everyone, welcoming animal lovers and athletes...
$15 – $30
Howl O Ween Dog Parade
Peck Farm Park 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL, United StatesBring 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 one dog. Additional people are welcome to enjoy the parade. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Free
Nature Center Open House
Lake View Nature Center 63 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, United StatesWould 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 as we offer fun nature-themed activities. No registration required and all ages are welcome.
Free
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