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Trout Season Celebration

Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

It’s fall trout season at Hidden Lakes! To celebrate, we are opening the gates and concessions building for fishing at 6 a.m. Find your perfect spot along the two stocked...

Free

Cantigny 5K Run Walk

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

The Cantigny 5K Run/Walk is a benefit for the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans, and registrants may enjoy access to Cantigny for the rest of the afternoon. The course is...

varies by age

Kiwanis Fish Release

Lake Ellyn Park 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Help restock Lake Ellyn! Kids and adults are invited to help release fish into the lake on Saturday, October 19, at 9 am. This free event is brought to you...

Free
Event Series Family Nature Hike Series

Family Nature Hike Series

Hidden Lake Forest Preserve Butterfield and Rt. 53, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Explore nature with the whole family! Each hike highlights a different family-friendly preserve featuring a 1-mile loop trail and self-guided activities. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No...

Free
Event Series Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Gather your ghoulfriends, little ghosts, and goblins for this fun-filled family event. Check out the creatures, creepy crawlers, and more in your costumes at the Halloween-themed event that's perfect for...

included with admission

Trick or Treat Trail

Ray Franzen Bird Sanctuary 650 N Rohlwing Road, Itasca, IL, United States

Join the fun at the Trick or Treat Trail! Children along with their parents, will enjoy walking the trail around the newly opened Ray Franzen Bird Sanctuary and receiving treats...

Free

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