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Event Series Dog Photos with the Grinch

Dog Photos with the Grinch

Itasca Softball Complex 650 N. Rohlwing Road, Itasca, United States

That big guy in the red suit gets all the love, help make the Grinch’s heart grow 3 sizes and bring your furry family member for doggie pictures with the Grinch at the Barking Lot located at the Itasca Softball Complex on 650 N. Rohlwing Road. Bring your camera and capture the moment. This is...

Free

Dance Party

Indian Trails Public Library - Main Branch 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL, United States

Bring your best dance moves to this storytime full of our favorite songs. TR Limit: 15. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk. TR = Ticket registration. Sessions beginning at 10:00am and 11:00am.

Free
Event Series Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

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

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free
Event Series Wildlife Connections

Wildlife Connections

River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United States

Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.

Free
Event Series Visits with Santa

Visits with Santa

Fashion Outlets of Chicago 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont, IL, United States

Macerich's Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to celebrate the holiday season with Santa visits at the shopping center from Friday, November 15 through Tuesday, December 24. While visits with Santa are always free, Fashion Outlets of Chicago will also offer a variety of keepsake photo packages available for purchase. Pet owners can bring their...

Event Series Illinois Resident Free Evenings

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

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