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Lilac Time

Lilacia Park 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

The Lombard Park District’s Lilacia Park is an 7.12-acre horticultural showcase featuring 700 lilacs and 25,000 tulips! In 2019 with the hard work of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission, Lilacia...

Downers Grove Farmers Market

Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Popular local farmers' market near downtown in the train station parking lot. A short walk away from Fishel Park or the Downers Grove Public Library, which made our list of 10 Best Children’s Libraries with Play Areas.

Free

Mutt Strutt 5K and 1-Mile

Lilacia Park 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

The Lombard Park District presents its 20th Annual 5K and 1-Mile in conjunction with Lilac Time. Participate with or without your dog in either of these exciting events! Registration includes...

$30

Darien Dash

Darien Swim and Recreation Club 1001 Hinsbrook Avenue, Darien, IL, United States

5K/10K Run & 1-Mile Run/Walk with Fun Run for the kids Official Darien Dash Shirt – your choice of size! Race Bib & Official Timing Chip Snack Bag & Drink...

$30 – $50
Event Series Lisle French Market

Lisle French Market

PrairieWalk Pond Lincoln Avenue & Garfield Avenue, Lisle, IL, United States

This community treasure features fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free
Event Series Wheaton French Market

Wheaton French Market

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

One of the largest markets in the area, with farm-fresh produce, artisan shops, local businesses, live music, and more. Located a short drive away from Cosley Zoo and Northside Park, one of our Top 10 Best Playgrounds as voted by our readers.

Free

Project NICE

Kiwanis Park (Brookfield) 8200 Brookfield Ave, Brookfield, IL, United States

Volunteer to help beautify Kiwanis Park.

Free

Oketo Park Rededication

Oketo Park 8950 Oketo Avenue, Morton Grove, United States

Celebrate the reopening of Oketo Park.

Free

Western Springs Touch-a-Truck

Western Springs Tower Green 914 Hillgrove Avenue, Western Springs, IL, United States

Roll up to the Tower Green and experience the thrill of sitting in big trucks! Children will be allowed to touch their favorite vehicles, get behind the wheel and meet...

Free

Public Works Open House

Romeoville Public Works 615 Anderson Drive, Romeoville, United States

Public Works Open House is coming up on May 17 from 9 am to noon at 615 Anderson Drive. Celebrate National Public Works Week with us. Touch a variety of...

Free

Blooming Fest

Downtown West Chicago 475 Main Street, West Chicago, IL, United States

Visit Downtown West Chicago for this family-friendly festival to welcome spring.

Free
Event Series Soap Box Derby

Soap Box Derby

Great Soap Box Derby (Naperville) 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, United States

Racing starts around 9am. We are generally finished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators. You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be...

Free

Family Explorers: Birds

Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United States

Let’s read How to Find a Bird, written by Jennifer Ward, illustrated by Diana Suduka, and learn all about birding. Then we’ll take a walk to spot some birds. Drop...

Free

Fishing Derby

Swan Pond Barrypoint Road and Fairbank Road, Riverside, IL, United States

There are two age groups for the derby: 5 - 8 & 9 -12 All children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. All age groups...

Free

Kindness Day Storytime

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Celebrate Kindness Day with the Fountaindale Public Library.

Free
Event Series Tiny Toes Music

Tiny Toes Music

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United States

Join us for musical fun with your little one! Tiny Toes Music features fun songs, dancing, a storybook and instrument activities especially created for young children. Ages birth-5. Older siblings...

Free

Armed Forces Day

Burr Ridge Village Center 701 Village Center Drive, Burr Ridge, IL, United States

Visit the Burr Ridge Veterans Memorial to honor local veterans.

Free

Smarty Pants Big Balloon Show

Madame Zuzu’s 1876 1st Street, Highland Park, United States

Madame Zuzu's Teahouse and Smarty Pants present the Big Balloon Show as part of their ongoing Saturday Morning Family Event series! As seen on WGN-TV's Morning News, the Big Balloon...

$5

Naperville Plays

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

This hands-on event will immerse your little ones in the wonders of plants, growth, and the magic of nature. Calling all curious little gardeners! Join us for a delightful day...

Included in general admission

Touch-A-Truck

Heritage Park (Oakbrook Terrace) 1S325 Ardmore Avenue, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, United States

This FREE event allows children to explore different trucks from around the community. They are welcome to climb, honk, and touch these large machines from right behind the wheel!  ...

Free
Event Series Play Day

Play Day

Sensory Garden Playground 2751 Navistar Dr, Lisle, IL, United States

Join us for all-inclusive play at the Sensory Garden Playground Play Days. Enjoy FREE special activities! Themes vary each month.

Free

Plant Craft in the Garden

Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills, IL, United States

Join us for a drop-in family craft activity in the library’s garden. Decorate your own flower pot while The Friends of the Library will be holding their Annual Plant Sale...

Free

Kids to Parks Day

Fabbrini Park 1704 Glen Lake Road, Hoffman Estates, IL, United States

Get Outdoors with HEParks for KIDS TO PARKS DAY! Celebrate the 15th anniversary of Kids to Parks Day with us! Bring the family to Fabbrini Park for a FREE day...

Free

Parks and Public Service Day

Mike Rylko Community Park 1000 N Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove, IL, United States

Live demonstrations, touch-a-truck, free treats, and more.

Free

Spring Into History

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Learn about local history and ecosystems at Naper Settlement's special programming.

Included in general admission

Super Saturday: The Dreamtree Shakers

Indian Trails Public Library - Main Branch 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL, United States

Enjoy a family-friendly musical performance.

Free

DIY Friendship Bracelets

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Celebrate Kindness Day with friendship bracelets.

Free

City of Northlake Open House

Northlake City Hall 55 E North Avenue, Northlake, IL, United States

Come join the city of Northlake Police Department, Public Works Department, & Northlake Fire Protection District for a Day of Family Fun! Food, Station Tours, Activites, Raffles, Touch-A-Truck and more!...

Free

Rolling Meadows Public Works Open House

Rolling Meadows Public Works 3900 Berdnick Street, Rolling Meadows, United States

Features live demonstrations and kid-friendly activities.

Free
Event Series Budding Botanists

Budding Botanists

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Watch 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

Nature Block Party

Eggers Grove Forest Preserve E 112th St & S Ave E, Chicago, IL, United States

Join the family-friendly festivities celebrating our planet.

Free

Spring Clean Flea Market

Maryknoll Park (Glen Ellyn) 845 Pershing Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Shop the sale at our Spring Clean Flea Market! Discover quality items from community members who are selling, bartering, or trading their gently used goods. Admission is free for shoppers,...

Free

Clauss Playground Grand Opening

Clauss Recreation Center 555 W Bryn Mawr Avenue, Roselle, IL, United States

Visit the newly updated Clauss Park playground.

Free

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