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Event Series Paws in the Park

Paws in the Park

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

Calling all dog lovers! Get ready for some tail-wagging fun. Starting on June 5, we’re thrilled to announce that Mondays will be designated as “Paws in the Park Days” (excluding holidays like Labor Day and Indigenous People’s Day). So, grab your four-legged companion, hop in the car, and get ready for some Barks and Recreation...

TV Stars: Paw Patrol

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Come enjoy activities with everyone's favorite pups and your little one.

Free

Sensory-Friendly ZooLights

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

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...

$7

Tree Lighting Festival

Eisenhower Center Gym 700 Speechley Blvd., Hillside, IL, United States

Come make outdoor tree ornaments and bring your camera to take a photo with SANTA and special holiday friend! Enjoy a light dinner, hot beverages & cookies. Donate to our local food pantry. Bring one canned food item per child.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Holiday Walks...

Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

From December 7th to 11th, Wonder Works will transform into a Winter Wonderland. Two special friends will be available for hugs and pictures: the Winter Princess and Ursa the Wonder Polar Bear. Story time will be winter themed and we will feature a variety of stations and play materials celebrating the magic of snow and...

Included in general admission
Event Series Free Thursday Evenings

Free Thursday Evenings

Aurora Regional Fire Museum 53 N Broadway, Aurora, IL, United States

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...

Free

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