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The Gaming Hour: Oversized Games Edition

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Geared for K-5. Join us for an hour of gaming! No registration required.

Free
Event Series Paws-itively Magical

Paws-itively Magical

Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, United States

Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, treat your furry friends to the spirit of Christmas. Stop in for pet photos with Santa and create a new holiday tradition that’s totally un-fur-gettable.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Pet Photos with Santa.

Event Series Just For Kids Holiday Shop

Just For Kids Holiday Shop

Alcott Center 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL, United States

Come and let your child do their one-stop holiday shopping with us. Children will be able to come in and shop with one of our holiday helpers. Gifts will range from $3 to $8 and will be wrapped and ready to go.

Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Our Illinois Resident Free Days include access to all open animal and permanent exhibit and seasonal Stingray Touch. Take a deeper look at our current available exhibits here. We offer several reservation options for Free Days. For those who prefer to plan ahead, online ticket reservations are available with a $5 convenience fee per order....

Free

Dog Man: Big Jim Begins Release Party

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL, United States

For grades 1–6. Celebrate the newest Dog Man book, Big Jim Begins, with games, activities, and snacks.

Free

Bear Family Story Night

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Register as a family and join us for stories and a craft featuring bears. Geared towards preschoolers but the whole family is welcome to attend.

Free

Field Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Free Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert safari, explore ancient civilizations, and come face-to-face with prehistoric creaturesβ€” all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more...

Free

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