Week of Events
Bugapalooza
๐ Calling all young explorers and bug enthusiasts! Get ready for a buzzing adventure at Bugapalooza, where weโll delve into the fascinating world of insects and their incredible habitats. Join us for 5 days filled with excitement, learning, and lots of buggy fun! ๐ Bugapalooza activities are included in your Wonder Works admission. No extra...
Bugapalooza
๐ Calling all young explorers and bug enthusiasts! Get ready for a buzzing adventure at Bugapalooza, where weโll delve into the fascinating world of insects and their incredible habitats. Join us for 5 days filled with excitement, learning, and lots of buggy fun! ๐ Bugapalooza activities are included in your Wonder Works admission. No extra...
Dog Admission Days
Dog Admission Days
Several times a year, The Morton Arboretum hosts Dog Admission Days and Tails on the Trails events. These are the only times that dogs not designated as service dogs are allowed on the grounds of the Arboretum. Service dogs are welcome at no cost daily, and should be identified when entering at the gatehouse. These...
KidsFest
KidsFest
TICKETS REQUIRED Enjoy Earth Day at the Conservatory! Join us for KidsFest, the popular family event sponsored by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Celebrate the wonders of our planet with activities presented by our partners from Trailside Museum, the University of IL Extension, Brookfield Zoo, and the Oak Park Public Library. Encounter live...
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Illinois residents enjoy FREE admission to Shedd Aquarium on select days throughout the year! Tickets must be reserved online before your visit. Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings in August! Illinois Residents receive free admission from 5 โ 9 p.m. (last entry at 7 p.m.)โฏ Upcoming Free Evenings: August 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29,...
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.
Wild Wonders
Wild Wonders
Spring has sprung and creativity is ready to bloom! Enjoy nature-inspired sensory activities, art, and more. Flutter, crawl, creep, or fly on over to catch the fun! Activities Animal Olympics Obstacle Course Create DIY Bird Feeders for your Feathered Friends Weaving Bird Nests Explore the symmetry of nature with butterfly wings and flower petals Let...
Nature Center Open House
Nature Center Open House
Would you like to learn more about the programs and events at the Nature Center? Do you want to come in and visit some really cool critters? Come to our open houses the last Saturday as we offer fun nature-themed activities all day. This season we will host a few bonus days too. No registration...
Habitat Hotels for Bees
Habitat Hotels for Bees
Learn how to make a "Bee Hotel" for our friendly, neighborhood, solitary bees with the Bednarcik Environmental Club! All materials will be provided. Ages 6+. Not all bees live in a colony. Some bees are solitary and need small spaces to hatch their larvae. Our bee hotels help create safe places for those busy bees!...
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