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Event Series Fun Fridays

Fun Fridays

Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex 200 S. Lindsey Lane, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

We know where the Friday fun is. Meet up with friends and help us celebrate the best day of the week with games, prizes, and other fantastical activities. Some of our super Friday merriment will be held outdoors but we will always start out our time together indoors. 

$14 – $21

SJC Fest for Children and Adults with Disabilities

St. John of the Cross 708 51st Street, Western Springs, IL, United States

Special Event for Children and Adults with Disabilities, FREE Carnival Rides and Games This is a private event for children and adults with disabilities, and their immediate families. The festival grounds will be closed to the general public during this special event. NO registration is necessary. For questions, please email Brigid Cassidy at brigdriscoll@hotmail.com

Free

Bug Fest

Lippold Park 2001 S River Street, Batavia, IL, United States

Join us for a day full of fun and bugs! This incredible event is back with a carnival of critters! Participate in activities celebrating the wild world of bugs from Lippold Park to Red Oak Nature Center with fun stops along the way. A free shuttle takes you to and from the event when you...

$2 – $5

Back to School Bash

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

Summer is coming to a close, but the fun continues Downtown Wheaton! Before it’s back to the chalk board, join us on August 20 from 10am-6pm for a day "chalk" full of fun on Liberty Drive: a bounce house and inflatables, Twisticity’s Giant Bubble Show, a DJ dance party, appearances by the Wheaton Fire and...

Free

Bach-to-School Adventure Day

LaBagh Woods Cicero Avenu and Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Say goodbye to summer with adventure and music. Activities include archery, nature obstacle course, walks and more! In partnership with Bach to Rock Music School.

Free
Event Series Nerf Night

Nerf Night

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Play games with Nerf blasters. Nerf blasters and darts will be provided.

Free

Miss Jamie and Petting Zoo

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

A free petting zoo with a goat, bunnies, ducks, chicken, and tortoise will also be included in the farm-filled fun! You won't want to miss this! Join us in the Center Park of Fox Valley Mall on Tuesday, August 23rd at 11am.

Free

Recess at the Library

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Did you know you could play hopscotch, hula hoop, or even walk the balance beam here in the Kids Room?

Free

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