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Event Series School-Age Social Hour

School-Age Social Hour

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

School-aged children from 2nd-5th grade will get the chance to socialize with each other while enjoying activities focused on reading, science, math, art, and more. Whether your child attends public school, private school, or home-school, they're sure to make new friends and learn something new! This program is limited to 10 children. No registration is...

Event Series Santa Express – SOLD OUT

Santa Express – SOLD OUT

Wheaton Train Station 402 W Front St, Wheaton, IL, United States

Celebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music, and treats. Each paid child receives a small gift from Santa and a goody bag. General admission sales begin at 8A on October 18. Pricing: $20 per person Tickets are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. All...

$20

Brunch with Buddy the Elf – SOLD OUT

Vaughan Athletic Center 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL, United States

REGISTER IN ADVANCE This event will be held at the Vaughan Athletic Center! Families can enjoy a special holiday brunch with the Grinch. Feast on a Grinch-themed buffet along with story-time with Cindy Lou Who and a craft. Donโ€™t forget the camera for pictures with the Grinch! All ticket sales are final.

$15

Holiday Pop-up

The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Come make holiday crafts with us plus The Grinch, Frosty, and Rudolph will be here visiting. The first 100 children to attend will receive a free cup of hot cocoa and cookie. Held inside the space next to C'zar Salon and Mago.

Free

Stairs, Stories & Sโ€™mores

Swallow Cliff Woods North 10267 Calumet Sag Rd, Palos Hills, IL, United States

Join us for stair climbing, story trail, sledding, snowshoeing, sโ€™more making and more. Sledding and snowshoeing available weather permitting. Drop-in.

Free
Event Series Chicago Toy and Game Fair

Chicago Toy and Game Fair

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL, United States

Join us for the 20th annual Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG) this holiday season, the largest gathering of toy and game enthusiasts, inventors and brands in North America. People of all ages will converge on the Donald E. Stephenson Convention Center in Rosemont on December 10 & 11. Plus, to celebrate our 20th year,...

$5 โ€“ $10
Event Series Explore Elmhurst Holly Trolley

Explore Elmhurst Holly Trolley

Elmhurst City Centre 147 North York Street, Elmhurst, IL, United States

All Aboard the HOLLY TROLLEY! Explore Elmhurst Express Trolley is back for the holidays! The City of Elmhurst is excited to announce the Explore Elmhurst Trolley is back for the holiday edition โ€œHolly Trolleyโ€ on Saturdays November 26 through December 17 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The trolley will follow the same route as...

Free

Ornament Decorating

Old Town Museum (Bloomingdale) 108 S Bloomingdale Rd, Bloomingdale, IL, United States

The holidays are approaching, time to get your tree ready with some freshly made ornaments! Each child will leave with ornaments they made themselves to bring the holidays home!

Free

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