Tot Stay and Play
Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller Park, IL, United StatesBabies, toddlers, and caregivers will enjoy short stories, songs, and free play after each session.
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Summer Pop-up Party: Ice Cream Social
Mending Wall Park 8406 Mending Wall Drive, Woodridge, ILWe are hosting 5 FREE themed pop-up parties in our parks this summer! Giveaways and supplies are limited and available while supplies last so get to the park early! The August 7th event will include an ice cream giveaway.
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Second Tuesday Free Day
Aurora Regional Fire Museum 53 N Broadway, Aurora, IL, United StatesJoin us for free museum admission and safety related activities from our community partners. Free Admission sponsored by Invest Aurora. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
Kidlist Park Playdate Series
Various Locations IL, United StatesThe Park Playdate Series is back for the third year! Join us at some of our favorite parks over the summer to enjoy free entertainment, snacks, and connecting with other families in the community. Thursday, July 20 from 10-11:30am: Gordon Park in La Grange Get your face painted by one of the two facepainters that...
Free
Treasures Summer Picnic
Treasures 121 S Washington Street, Naperville, IL, United StatesKeep the calendars open for August 8th! Treasures is hosting a summer picnic with games, contests, food for purchase, and live music from 6pm-7pm. Did we mention its FREE for entry?! Come join in this fun community event! Come join Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots as the entertain all ages with their clever, witty...
Free
Back to School Loteria
Rand Road Branch 1585 Rand Road, Palatine, IL, United StatesJoin us for a family-friendly, back to school Loteria. Learn to play La Loteria, a traditional game of chance played throughout Mexico that most resembles BINGO with pictures. All ages. Sign up begins 7/25.
Free
Pack the Park
Various Locations IL, United StatesHelp us “Pack the Park” this summer. Enjoy 3 evenings of free activities, giveaways, and a free snack. Families are invited to meet Park District staff. Each night we will have one of our recreation programs showcased. Preschool Park Adventures will also be part of this event.
Free
Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesFrom sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.
Free
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