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Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents

Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL, United States

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days.    For information...

Free

Junior Archaeologists

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United States

Celebrate International Archaeology Day with a naturalist as we dig deeper into the role of an archaeologist. What do they do? Where do they go? What do they find? Participants will have the chance to be archaeologists themselves as we piece together clues about history and humankind. Participants will play some games, get crafty and...

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 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...

Free
Event Series Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Gather your ghoulfriends, little ghosts, and goblins for this fun-filled family event. Check out the creatures, creepy crawlers, and more in your costumes at the Halloween-themed event that's perfect for family photo ops. All ages are in for a fang-tastic time, and the kids will leave with a sweet treat. More information coming soon!  ...

included with admission
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Hour

Sensory-Friendly Hour

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

We open an hour early on the first Sunday of the month for an adapted, accessible and sensory-friendly Library experience for all. The Children's Department environment will be adjusted and sensory supports and activities will be available.

Free

The Last Straw Fall Event

Gregg House Museum 117 South Linden Avenue, Westmont, IL, United States

Bring the whole family and experience bales of fun at the Gregg House Museum. Most activities are FREE! • make a scarecrow* • decorate a pumpkin (sponsored by Westmont Chamber of Commerce) • pan for gold or minerals* • create cool crafts, make rope • learn about life in the past • play old-fashioned games...

Free

Elmhurst Fire Department Open House

Elmhurst Fire Station 2 601 S York St, Elmhurst, IL, United States

Join us on October 6th as we kick off National Fire Prevention Week! Discover crucial fire safety tips, enjoy fun activities, and grab some tasty refreshments, all centered around this year's theme, "Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!" Don't miss out on a day of fun and entertainment!   For information on more events...

Free

Autumn Harvest Festival

Volkening Heritage Farm 201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Experience the fall harvest with demonstrations of 19th century farm life, kids' craft and games, pumpkin decorating, live music, food and beverages, and more. Park at St. Matthew Parish, following signs to Heritage Farm, or take our wagon shuttle from the Nature Center parking lot. Admission is paid at the event.    For information on...

$5 – $20

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