Week of Events
Lilac Time
Friday, May 3 Little Lady Lilac Ball | 6:30 - 8:30 pm Dads and daughters ages 3-11 will dance, play games, enjoy a dessert table and visit the Lilac Princesses. Held at the Lombard Community Building; registration required. Saturday, May 4 Lilac Queen Coronation | 1:00 pm Join us as the 2024 Lilac Queen is...
Take It Outside Meetup
Take It Outside Meetup
Looking for a way to connect with fellow Goosechasers? Join us for this meetup to get to know other Take It Outside challenge participants and maybe even complete some missions together. Stop by the shelter to let us know what you’re enjoying about the challenge and meet other Goosechasers then set out on an adventure...
Sand Ridge Service Days
Sand Ridge Service Days
Join us each month as we care for the Sand Ridge Campus with a variety of activities! Earn service-learning hours. All ages. Mar 3, 10: Litter Picking Apr 14, 28: Garlic Mustard Pull May 5, 19: Garden Weeding at Green Lake
Free Parking Wednesday
Free Parking Wednesday
New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
A special program for little naturalists. Tickets on a first come, first served basis starting at 9:30 am. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Twin Leaf Tales
Twin Leaf Tales
Join us for nature-inspired stories, music and movement at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. Please register with the St. Charles Park District.
Motion Explosion
Motion Explosion
This unique event combines a variety of children’s activities and Touch-a-Truck components into one big Motion Explosion! Your children can explore fire engines, police cars and other working vehicles to learn more about the vehicles and the people who operate them. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Kite...
Family Game Day
Family Game Day
Bring your whole family for board games and a scavenger hunt through the Library. All ages. Drop in.
Food Truck Festival
Food Truck Festival
Hold the date — May 3, 2024 as we are expecting at minimum 5,000 visitors to enjoy 30 food truck offerings, music, dancing, and a wonderful summer night 5 - 9 pm with a post-party to follow. Stay tuned for more details.
Summer Concert Series
Summer Concert Series
Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...
DuPage River Sweep
DuPage River Sweep
Mark your calendar and join a wonderful community tradition. The DuPage County River Sweep is an annual cleanup event that encourages citizens to improve local waterways by removing debris and litter from a section of stream or pond. Restoration projects will also be offered at several sites as an alternative options. Supplies, technical support, snacks,...
Growin’ Green Garden Market
Growin’ Green Garden Market
Do you LOVE gardening? Are you new to gardening? Kick off your gardening season at SCARCE. Visit our market for eco-friendly garden supplies and advice to help you grow green! Organic seedlings – Select SCARCE as your pick-up location for How to get it. Pick up is at the market on May 4th. Native plants...
Go Fly a Kite
Go Fly a Kite
This event is perfect for the avid kite-flier or for someone looking to spend a day in the park! Go Fly a Kite is a great event for beginner kite flyers and experts, young and old. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Kite Flying Festivals and Events.
Touch a Truck
Touch a Truck
Touch-A-Truck is your child’s chance to see their favorite big trucks and things on wheels, interact with the drivers, and take pictures. There will also be a raffle and themed giveaways while supplies last. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.
KidFest
KidFest
KidFest is a FREE, fun, family event that gets the entire family outside and moving. This is a FREE event located at Citizens Park. When you and your family arrive at the park, check in at one of three registration tents to get your all access wristband in order to participate in the activities. Then,...
Stratford Park Ribbon Cutting and 60th Anniversary Kickoff Event
Stratford Park Ribbon Cutting and 60th Anniversary Kickoff Event
Join us in a galaxy not so far, far away right in our own neighborhood of Stratford Park as we embark on a cosmic journey to celebrate a truly iconic moment in time. Come celebrate Stratford Park with a Ribbon Cutting presentation and kickoff to the Bloomingdale Park District’s 60th Anniversary. Join us as we...
Alice in Wonderland Scavenger Hunt
Alice in Wonderland Scavenger Hunt
Clues will be hidden at over 25 different stores and restaurants in downtown La Grange! A map listing all of the participating businesses will guide you through the town. As you follow the clues, you’ll discover little treats, such as a Mad Hatter tea party where Alice herself will be hosting her own tea party...
Country in the Park
Country in the Park
Spend a spring day at Country in the Park — part of the annual Downers Grove Historical Society’s FoundersFest celebration. Families will visit with farm animals, play 1850’s pioneer-era games and more! This event is free. Petting Zoo, Games, Exhibits and Live Music!
Spring into Life at Camp Fire
Spring into Life at Camp Fire
Explore nature at this free family event. Enjoy archery, a scavenger hunt, roasting marshmallows and more. Stop by the library table to say hello, play games and grab a giveaway.
Summer Concert Series
Summer Concert Series
Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...
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