Fossil Fun
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesBecome an amateur paleontologist and learn how to discover fossils in your own backyard while learning about the past. Ages 6 & up.
Free
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History of Flowers at the Games
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL, United StatesDid you know that olive-leaf wreaths were awarded to commemorate victories at the first Olympic Games in Ancient Greece before medals were given? Drop in and learn more fun facts like this at the Conservatory during Olympic Week! No registration required.
Lincolnshire Art Festival
Village Green (Lincolnshire) Milwaukee Avenue and Old Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, IL, United StatesPlan your perfect summer day at Lincolnshire’s Village Green! Grab a tasty breakfast with friends or family at your favorite Lincolnshire spot, then browse original art from 80+ artists. Make your masterpiece at our live painting class, or visit the Kid Zone for creative projects! Take a break with live music and a cold beer...
Free
Pond Dip Discovery
Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, United StatesJoin us as we dip our nets in the water and scoop up our discoveries! Equipment provided. Ages 5 to 12 with adult.
Free
Northwest Fourth Fest
Sears Centre Arena 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates, United StatesCelebrate the 4th at the biggest party in the suburbs! Join the Village of Hoffman Estates and the Hoffman Estates Park District are once again hosting Northwest Fourth-Fest from July 3 to 7. The celebration features carnival rides, live music, family activities, and much more. The Kid's Zone presented by Wintrust returns with FREE activities...
Free
Naperville Salute
Rotary Hill along the Riverwalk, Naperville, IL, United StatesThe Naperville Salute is our Family-Friendly Independence Day Hometown Celebration, centered around our appreciation for Veterans, Active Military, First Responders and their Families. The Salute blends community, local entertainment, and family fun. The footprint will encompass Rotary Hill July 5-7, 2024, along the Riverwalk in downtown Naperville. For information on more events like this,...
4th of July Festival
Apple Orchard Community Park Stearns Road & S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett, IL, United StatesThe all-volunteer Bartlett Fourth of July Committee invites you to celebrate at Apple Orchard Park, at the corner of Stearns & S. Bartlett roads. The Bartlett 4th of July Festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, FREE entertainment for all ages, a turtle race, a parade, onsite presecence of non-profit groups, fireworks...
Free
Color Walk
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United StatesNature is more than just green, join us on a 1.4-mile guided walk.
Free
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