Events Calendar

The Holiday Fest is returning to Blackhawk Park on Sunday, December 18th at 11am. Visit Santa and his live reindeer, there will be music and holiday cheer and lots of fun for the whole family! Please bring a non-perishable food donation.  For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to...

TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED ONLINE IN ADVANCE The set for Cantigny’s version of “A Christmas Carol” is a vintage radio station. Audiences will enjoy a behind-the-scenes perspective as they watch a talented five-member cast cycle through multiple characters. To the side, an old-time radio sound artist will create realistic auditory effects to support the action...

Join Ms. Laura for fun stories at the DuPage Township Holiday Party. There will also be cookie decorating, a scavenger hunt, and pictures with Santa.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Christmas magic is in the air. Join us Sunday, December 18th from 11a-3p as we welcome Mr. Claus for BRUNCH. Don't forget your camera for photo ops and much more! Walk-ins are welcome, but not guaranteed. Call for reservations.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat...

Build a simple bird feeder and learn who is attracted to which seeds.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Visit with the Grinch and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa. There will be story time and photo opportunities. Each registered attendant is also invited to enjoy all Holiday Express has to offer, come early or stay after depending on your ticket time, Holiday Express runs 2-7 pm. You won’t want to miss...

The Men of Spirito are committed to music excellence, mentorship, and community. This choir makes excellent music with a community of dedicated guys, and gives back to the community through service and social events. The Men of Spirito will perform several pieces and include a brief discussion of each selection. Sponsored by the DuPage Community...

Holiday Pop-Up event Candy Cane Quest. The Promenade will have candy canes hanging around the shopping center. Pick ONE candy cane and bring it to the space next to Lane Bryan to win a gift card or prize. Rules: ONE candy cane prize / gift card per person. * Candy canes, gift card and prizes...

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Join us for an after-hours tour of the center’s ambassador animals. During this quiet, small-group experience we’ll deliver their dinners, discuss their stories, and share how we care for these wild residents. Ages 5 and up; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person. Register online or at 630-942-6200. 

Come and enjoy time with your child creating a gingerbread house, decorating gingerbread cookies, making a gingerbread craft, and listening to the story of the Gingerbread Man. Each child and parent team will have one gingerbread house to decorate and take home.

Dance and sing along to holiday tunes! Fifteen name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. For pre-k.

All that pops, fizzes, and splats! Dress for a mess! All ages; children 8 and under with an adult.

¡Ven a celebrar la Navidad con nosotros en esta hora de cuentos especial!

Whether you need time for shopping, cooking or pampering these mornings of holiday fun give your child time to play while you take care of last minute business. Children must be toilet trained to attend this program.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Join us for some frosty fun at our preschool gymnastics holiday celebration. Age-appropriate activities include holiday games, a snowball fight and a winter wonderland obstacle course. Children must be accompanied by an adult who is able to participate. Register for a session from 10:00am - 11:00am or 12:00pm - 1:00pm.

Chill in the Vortex during winter break and watch some of your favorite movies, cartoons and more! For grades 6–12.

Dance and sing along to holiday tunes! Fifteen name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. For pre-k.

ADVANCED REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join jolly ol’ Santa Claus for a special reading of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Wear your coziest pajamas to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and listen to the magical story of the grumpy Grinch with his dog, Max. Before Santa goes back to his workshop, sing along to...

Join your community on a walk from the Nature Center to the Children's Forest to observe sunset on the shortest day of the year. Roast marshmallows and toast with cider!

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED The ARC offers a mission-based laser tag experience unlike any other in DuPage County. We bring your favorite video games to life with hit confirmation and real-time feedback from accurate taggers with authentic red-dot/green-dot scopes and high tech equipment with sci-fi and arcade sounds. A one-hour session includes 10-15 minutes of...

Join the Secret Trombone Society trombone quartet for an evening of classic and modern Christmas, Hanukkah, and seasonal favorites! Tickets are available here: https://www.freshtix.com/events/holiday-brass. This concert is a great fit for families, or people of all ages. We hope to see you there!

Learn about the shortest day of the year through science and stories from other cultures. Kids and their families will also make a lantern. All ages with caregiver; registration required.

Chill in the Vortex during winter break and watch some of your favorite movies, cartoons and more! For grades 6–12.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Join us for a fun family night at this jubil-astic event. The evening’s elfish activities include festive frolicking, candy cane crafts and a showing of “The Muppets Christmas Carol”. Don’t forget to wear your ugliest Christmas sweater!

Join D's treats at the Bloomingdale Park District Museum to decorate some delicious holiday cookies!

This Christmas Eve, we will again give the gift of the Christmas Story coming to life! We will have a Live Nativity with animals and invite everyone to journey to Bethlehem with story stations and carols.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Churches with a Live Nativity.

Dinner will be on Saturday, December 24th from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Prices: $85/adult | $30 for children ages 6-12 | Children under 5 are free. Tax and gratuity additional. Reservations recommended by calling (630) 571-0000 or via Opentable. View the menu for more details.