Party in the Park
Various Locations ILWe're popping into the parks on select days this summer to party with you! Kids of all ages are invited for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops,...
Free
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Free Museum Days
Blackberry Farm 100 S. Barnes Road, AuroraOn select Wednesdays throughout the summer, Blackberry Farm hosts Free Museum Days that provide FREE admission for Illinois residents as part of a statewide free museum days promotion. These days...
Free
Amazing Adventures at Annerino
Central Park (Bolingbrook) 201 Recreation Drive, BolingbrookJoin our outreach staff and the Bookmobile this summer for a variety of programs, stories, and games. Free drop-ins, no tickets necessary, all ages welcome. June 5 - Mess Fest...
Free
Wacky Wednesday
Memorial Park (La Grange Park) 132 West Oak Avenue, La Grange ParkSpend some quality time with your little ones and enjoy free children’s entertainment, sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces. The series takes place from 11am to noon on...
Free
Under the Sea Storytime with Ariel
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin ParkOpen to children 2-10 with Caregiver — Registration is required. **Registration will open on June 17th ** Ariel joins us from Under the Sea for a very special Storytime! She’ll...
Free
DuPage Children’s Museum Visits the Library! (Families)
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. CharlesStop by and play with life size Kerplunk, So Many Squigz and Giant Tinkertoys, visiting from the DuPage Children's Museum!
Free
Art at the Park
Various Locations ILMeet us at various local parks in Elk Grove Village for fun outdoor inspired art projects. June 12: Bubble Art @ Fountain Square June 19: Rock Painting @ Appleseed June...
Free
Summer Drop-In Days
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonSummer Drop-In Days, every Wednesday and Saturday, offer activities that explore history and culture in creative ways! Sessions may have a military theme or French spin — for example, apply...
Included in general admission
Play in the Park
Sunset Knoll Recreation Center 820 S. Finley, LombardEnjoy a FREE afternoon at Sunset Knoll Park! Come and meet Kiddie Campus Preschool Tot and Parent/Tot instructors. Play in the splash pad, jump in a bounce house, make a...
Free
Summer in the Park
Various Locations ILSundays and Wednesdays at the Community Park 5 to 8:30 PM. Mondays behind Town Hall from 5 to 8:30 PM. Events are weather permitting.
Free
Safety City Open Road
Toohey Park Building 1900 Orchard Rd, WheatonSafety City is open to the public and supervised by qualified staff. No drop-off permitted. Children with tricycles and helmets ca ride safely free of charge with a parent or...
Free
Unplug at the Park
Various Locations ILIt’s time to free yourself and your family from all electronic devices! This summer, unplug with the Wheeling Park District at your neighborhood parks. These community events are all about...
Free
Family Theater: Squirrel Stole My Underpants
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectA poignantly silly adventure tale for families featuring puppets, original music, a tiny bit of acrobatics, and a giant pile of laundry! A unique performance perfect for the whole family!
Free
Reading is Magic
Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookEnjoy an entertaining magic show by Zack Percell of TnZ Magic. This show blends comedy, visual magic, escape artistry and more! (Grades K–5 with an adult)
Free
Town Square Concerts and Events
Schaumburg Town Square 200 S Roselle Road, SchaumburgTeen Record Label Showcase Thursday, May 30 • 6-7 p.m. A live music showcase from the talented teen musicians of the Library's Teen Record Label. Rain location: Central Library FeelGood...
Free
Middle School Night at the Pool
East End Pool 463 Schiller Avenue, ElmhurstCalling all sixth, seventh and eighth graders! Join us at East End Pool, 8:30-10:30 pm to swim and listen to music provided by Impulse Entertainment DJs! Drinks and snacks will...
$8 – $10
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