Creepy Critters Month
Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, NapervilleCelebrate all things creepy during the month of October Drop in anytime during our open hours: Saturday 9 am - 3 pm Monday-Friday, 9 am - 1 pm & 1:30...
Free
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Science Works
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, ChicagoLearn about cool jobs and hot careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) straight from the professionals at our Museum-wide career celebration. In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, Science...
included in general admission
Super Saturday: Fairytales With the Storybook Players
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectEnjoy exciting twists and silly surprises in updated, interactive versions of the classic fairy tales "Curlylocks" and the "Three Bears," and "Little Red Riding Hood." Best for families with children...
Free
Mario Kart Tournament
Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, LisleThink you've got what it takes to be Lisle's best Mario Kart Racer? Enter and compete for the title. This game is rated E. Ending times for this event may...
Free
Family Fun Day
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South HollandBring the whole family to spend time outside and have fun with cooperative games, nature scavenger hunts, and more.
Free
Wonder Wheels Festival
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak ParkVroom! Vroom! Wonder Wheels will be zooming back to Wonder Works Children’s Museum this October! On October 12 & 13, Wonder Works Children’s Museum will host the second annual Wonder...
$5 – $15
Park Play Dates
Various Locations ILGet ready to play! An early childhood staff member will meet you at the park listed below. Families welcome! No registration needed. Just show up for some fun. Playdates will...
Free
Streamwood Fire Department Open House
Fire Station 31 (Streamwood) 1204 S. Park Avenue, StreamwoodJoin us for a fun day of information and activities: station tours, check out fire trucks, ambulances, special rescue vehicles, equipment displays, a high-angle technical rescue demonstration, an auto extraction,...
Free
Hinsdale Fire and Police Open House
Hinsdale Fire Department 121 Symonds Drive, HinsdaleJoin us for the Hinsdale Fire & Police Open House! 🚒👮♂️ Enjoy family-friendly activities, live demonstrations, free food, and much more. Don’t miss it on October 12th from 11 AM...
Free
Family Day: Patterns and Portals
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, ChicagoExplore patterns and portals—and possibilities! To kick off the 2025 Family Day season, take inspiration from Virginia Jaramillo: Principle of Equivalence to play with the magic of color and line....
Free
Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, ChicagoWatch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids...
Free
Villa Park Fire Department Open House
Villa Park Fire House 81 1440 South Ardmore Avenue, Villa ParkThe Villa Park Fire Department is inviting residents and visitors of all ages to join them on Saturday, October 12 from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Fire Station #81,...
Free
Tarde de Lotería
Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, GenevaLet's play the popular card Latino game Lotería, a traditional game of chance! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by playing Lotería, a traditional game of chance played throughout Mexico that resembles...
Free
Trunk or Treat
Kiddie Academy Darien 1502 75th Street, DarienJoin us for a fun and not so spooky Trunk or Treat! FREE TO THE COMMUNITY! -Petting Zoo -Face Painting by Peak-a-Boo Face Painting -Scholastic Book Fair -Pumpkin Painting -Community...
Free
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