Sensory-Friendly ZooLights is an evening in which guests with disabilities, sensitivities, autism, dementia, or chronic illness, as well as members of the Deaf community, can experience the zoo grounds, animal buildings, and holiday lights in a comfortable and inclusive environment. Sensory-Friendly ZooLights is for all people who benefit from visiting the zoo without crowds and...
Celebrate the season and experience all that Aurora has to offer when visiting the Christkindlmarket. The Aurora Regional Fire Museum will offer FREE admission on Thursday evenings from 4-7pm as part of our extended hours November 17 - December 23. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free...
Join us for an evening of fun and upbeat jazz with the Switch Time Jazz Group. Sit and listen with the crowd, or move to the music on the dance floor at Garden Terrace located in the Pavilion. This event benefits Sheila Ray Adult Center. Light refreshments and pastries provided by Jarosch Bakery. For...
Free, perfect for photo ops and making holiday memories! Meet and greet with costumed character look-a-likes, the Grinch & Cindy-Lou Who at Blick from 4-4:30pm; JCrew Factory Outlet from 4:30-5pm; My Gym at 5-5:30pm and Great Clips from 5:30- 6pm. Santa's at Sierra from 4-4:30 pm; Noodles & Company from 4:30-5pm, My Gym from 5-5:30pm...
This 60-minute presentation offers a space for parents and caregivers in the community to learn about the importance of early childhood mental health. According to Zero to Three, “Infant and early childhood mental health is the developing capacity of the infant/young child to form close and secure relationships; experience, manage, and express a full range...
'Tis the Season to be jolly and of course; to join the park district for our 'Tis the Season holiday event! Get into the holiday spirit by decorating cookies, making hot cocoa, writing a letter to Santa, and playing 'reindeer games. Come dressed in your favorite holiday pajamas, as you can enter our pajama contest...
Join us as we present North Pole Radio Hour (Kids On Stage) and Snoozy Snowflake (Kids On Stage Jr)! We will be joined by the Ballet Expressions and Impulse Dance Ensemble dance companies for a full Performing Arts production. Ticket info. will be available in mid-November.
Crafters, DYIers and Small Business Owners will display their talents at our Holiday Gift Show. Shop up to 30 vendors showcasing items for home decor, jewelry, accessories and dozens of unique one-of-a-kind gifts. Vendors must register by Fri, November 17 to secure a space. Contact sclift@elkgroveparks.org for a Vendor Application. Admission is FREE!
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