Moms, for all you do all year, this is for you! Celebrate by enjoying the day at Hidden Lakes. There are all sorts of great outdoor activities to enjoy — fishing, hiking, biking, picnicking or just lounging in the sun. Visit The Tackle Box and mention you are a mother to choose one complementary Mother's...

Featuring a select group of vendors and live entertainment.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

European-style market offers unique eats, treats and treasures in Geneva.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Join Us for a FREE Fun Yoga Event on Mother’s Day! Moms and kids bring your yoga mats and water bottles and join us for complimentary, outdoor Mother/ Daughter yoga for fun and relaxation on Mother’s Day! Yoga begins at 10:00am on the Center Green. After your yoga session, head over to Athleta for private...

Make a day of it! The perfect spring day awaits – plan a friends or family outing! Browse unique art from dozens of artists. Make your masterpiece at our live painting class, or stretch out at Sunday yoga class. Break for lunch at your favorite local spot, or enjoy a cold beer & delicious snacks...

It’s our annual Mother's Day of Gratitude kids activity. Children can thank Mom, Grandma or the maternal figure in their lives with an original work of painted pot art and a flower.

Drop in and join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s ambassador animals. *Note: July 9 programming will be in Spanish**

Let's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our bingo boards.

Enjoy truck stories and climb aboard one of Batavia's big trucks. Enjoy truck stories with Library staff and Gary Holm, Batavia's Public Works director, after which children can climb aboard one of Batavia's big trucks.

Cruise on down meet up with old friends, make new friends, talk cars and kick tires.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

REGISTER ONLINE OR AT 630-933-7248. Engage your little ones in outdoor adventure as you participate together in stories, songs, movement, and games followed by a guided outdoor exploration activity. Ages 2 – 4 with an adult. $5 per person. May 2: Fullersburg Woods May 9: St. James Farm May 16: Fullersburg Woods May 23: St....

Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...

Illinois residents receive free admission on Tuesdays.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Illinois residents receive free Museum Entry on these 2023 dates: January 9–11, 16–18, 23–25, 30–31 February 1–2, 6–9, 13–14, 16, 21 March 1, 6, 14 April 18, 22 May 4, 9, 17–18 June 1, 6–7 August 22, 28–29 September 5–6, 11–12, 15, 18–20, 26 October 4–5, 9, 16–17 November 1, 8 For information on more...

Bring your little one for open nature play time. Enjoy the Dan Ryan Woods Nature Play space while helping your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art, and exploration each time.

Walk a short, looped trail and experience a story unfold with every step. A related craft available to take home.

Wednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

DuSable Museum of African-American history is free to Illinois residents to visit on Wednesdays. We also give free admission to military and to first responders. That means Police, Fire, EMT’s. With valid ID.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE Kids will listen to a dog-themed story, learn about dog safety, and will have a chance teach old (and young) dogs new tricks while visiting with loving therapy dogs from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy. Adults can also enjoy the stress-relieving and wellness-boosting benefits of therapy dogs. Only children need to register...

The Adler is excited to announce that we will be free for Illinois residents (with proof of residency) every Wednesday evening from 4-10 pm (our new Wednesday hours.) Stop by after work or school, or for date night and enjoy everything the Adler has to offer at night, for free as part of our Illinois...

Touch a Truck offers an up-close, hands-on opportunity to explore many modes of transportation. Enjoy this FREE, Fun community event where kids can climb on, scramble over, and touch a variety of vehicles. Kids of all ages are welcome!    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.

Join us for the 2023 Clarendon Hills Farmers Market! Every Thursday May 18 through October 19.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

The outdoor market will run rain or shine every Thursday 7 am - 1 pm May 11th through October 26th and will feature 30 local and regional small batch vendors. It's located on Harris Avenue between La Grange Road and Sixth Avenue. Convenient free parking is available nearby. The market will provide fruits, vegetables, flowers,...

Hear a few stories about dads or someone who gives you their special support and show your appreciation for them by tracing your hand to make a special card! All ages. Sign up begins 5/30.

In this monthly program, geared for 3-5 year olds, we’ll explore the natural world through a variety of activities specific to the theme of the month. Sessions include a combination of stories, nature hikes, songs, games, and/or crafts. A parent or caregiver must accompany child.

Illinois residents receive free Museum Entry on these 2023 dates: January 9–11, 16–18, 23–25, 30–31 February 1–2, 6–9, 13–14, 16, 21 March 1, 6, 14 April 18, 22 May 4, 9, 17–18 June 1, 6–7 August 22, 28–29 September 5–6, 11–12, 15, 18–20, 26 October 4–5, 9, 16–17 November 1, 8 For information on more...

Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Suggested Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Drop in at Trailside Museum on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun inquiry-based activities for adults and kids. Different theme/activities each month – April: Frogs; May: Bird Migration. Led by the IL Ext. Master Naturalists. No registration needed.

Admission will be free for Illinois residents on Thursday evenings, 5–8 p.m., May 18–August 31, 2023. If you reserve your free tickets online in advance, your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in advance, please stop by the admissions desks...

Thursday May 18th will be the first LCCC cruise nite at Konows Farm from 5 to 8 PM, please do not arrive before 4:30 PM.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

Come see a real NHRA Drag Racing Funny Car & meet driver Alex Laughlin. Fun Family Event Free Photo Opportunities Free Autographs

Help us Pack the Park this summer! Enjoy an evening of free games and plenty of popsicles from 6-8pm! Families will have a chance to meet Park District leadership, including staff and members of the Board of Commissioners.

Drop in for an evening story time in the Terrace Garden for stories, music and movement under the stars! In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled.

Join us for some hands-on learning. Children and their caregivers will navigate sensory stations and discover new ways to learn and play. Drop-in; no registration.

Learn the differences between mammals, birds, and reptiles. Discover how each animal’s special characteristics adapt them to their environment. Best suited for children in preschool through 2nd grade.

Join us for a creative story time for children ages 3-5 with their caregivers. We will read a story and then do a craft project inspired by the book. Please register your family (not the individual children) to attend.

Bring your favorite teddy bear, a blanket, some snacks and join the Community Park District and La Grange Park Library for a fun story time while enjoying nature. Open for any age!

Bring your little ones to the BALibrary Teaching Garden, and we’ll teach them garden basics like planting and weeding. Work side by side with Master Gardeners. Gloves and tools provided. Registration suggested.

Come blast off to outer space at Wonder Works during Space Weekend! We will have activities related to outer space throughout the museum. You can look forward to astronaut dress up, space projects in the art room, and STEM space activities throughout the museum. The museum will also be open as usual and all space...

Join the Naperville Public Library (NPL) for one of their spectacular Story Times at DCM. These interactive Story Times often feature puppets, songs, movement, and more!

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Roving Naturalist! On Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at Roving Naturalist stations. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with the...

It’s butterfly time again at Peck Farm Park – and you can help! When the first butterflies arrive, they will need your help to start the season in their new home. Participants will be able to release a butterfly in the butterfly house, make a butterfly craft, enjoy a butterfly snack, and take a self-guided...

Local farmers market with a variety of stands.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

A soup tasting fundraising event tackling neighborhood hunger & other community based needs. Attendees will sample soups prepared and served by local restaurants and vote for their favorite soup, with the cook-off champion being announced at the end of the event. Free parking & cash bar on site. Proceeds will benefit the Schaumburg Twp Food...

Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...

REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE SPACE IS AVAILABLE Drop the kids off for a night of fun, games, relays, and more! Pizza will be provided. Get ready for fun with the My Gym teachers! This event is for children 3 and up.

Big Friday is officially back. Kids aged K-8th grade are able to come down to the park district from 6-9pm and play in various games and activities. Food is also brought in for the kids so they can have a bite to eat before the real fun begins! BIG Friday dates are as follows: February...

Join us for a summer full of some of the best flicks out there! Grab a blanket, dinner or snacks and join usunder the stars to enjoy action, fun and song! Movies are all free and open to the public – no pre-registrations needed, simply show up and enjoy! As a reminder, all alcoholic beverages,...

On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food to eat, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m....

The Oak Park Farmers’ Market will be held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from May 20 through Oct. 28, 2023. The Market is located in the Pilgrim Church parking lot at 460 Lake St., one block west of Ridgeland Avenue.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...

Batavia MainStreet is so excited for the 28th season of the Batavia Farmers’ Market. Saturdays, May 20th through October 28, 8:00 am to noon on North River Street between Wilson Street and Spring Street! We have carefully curated 50+ vendors weekly to provide you with a wide array of options. *The market moves to Peg...

This community treasure features fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Fresh flowers, artisan foods, music.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Get ready to ride and have some fun with the City of Warrenville's Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) and Warrenville Park District at the Bike Rodeo! This free event May 20 is perfect for kids and adults alike. Head over to 28W701 Stafford Place (Parking Lot) from 9:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. to join...

Roll up to the Tower Green and experience the thrill of sitting in big trucks! Children will be allowed to touch their favorite vehicles, get behind the wheel and meet the people who help build, protect and serve the community. Sensory-friendly from 9:00am - 10:00am.   For information on more events like this, check out...

Bring your mini-DIYer into Lowe’s at one of the select time slots. Workshops hosted by one of our experts are held from 9:00am – 12:00pm. Wasn’t able to sign up for one of the expert hosted workshops? Choose the 12:00pm – 8:00pm time slot to stop by to pick up a kit from Customer Service...

Join the Park District's tradition of facilitating the annual DuPage River Sweep. Efforts will focus on Lake Ellyn, whose waters enter the river system. Help remove trash from the shoreline and throughout the park. Please bring rubber boots or hip waders if you have them. Buckets, gloves, garbage bags, a limited number of garbage pickers,...

Bring your family building skills to Kids Landing during our Saturday Stay and Play! Your family will enjoy an endless variety of play patterns including construction, pretend play, role-playing and inventing your own games while building with our new Blue Blocks. Most importantly, you will be deeply engaged, active, and will have hours of fun...

Get ready to welcome spring and let the good times bloom with the City of West Chicago's annual Blooming Fest event. Downtown West Chicago will come alive with the sights, sounds, and scents of the new season as part of the City’s annual spring celebration on Saturday, May 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m....

See model trains built with T-Trak, and learn how to get started with members of the Elmhurst T-Trak Club.

Armed Forces Day takes place at the Burr Ridge Veterans Memorial, in front of the Village Hall. This event is hosted in combination with the Burr Ridge Veterans Memorial Committee.

Kids will learn about bicycle safety and rules of the road through fun drills and activities at multiple stations. Participants must bring their own bike and wear a fitted bike helmet.

Join us for a drop-in family craft activity in the library's garden. Decorate your own flowerpot while The Friends of the Library will be holding their Annual Plant Sale at this time as well.

Stop by during the Gardening Expo to paint a terracotta plant pot. Then grab a planting kit on your way out to make use of your new pot! This family program is designed for adults to paint alongside their children. This program does not require registration.

Come explore all the different kinds of trucks that are around your community at this free event! Kids are welcome to climb, honk and get up close.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.

Join us for all-inclusive play at the Sensory Garden Playground Play Days. Themes vary each month.

Interested in meeting LGBTQ+ families in the area? Want to build a welcoming community for your little one(s) and your family? Join us for some fun at the park!

Calling all skill levels to join us for a Free Fishing Derby! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or have never picked up a pole, enjoy a morning of fishing followed by a grilled lunch, prizes and more! Join us to connect with nature and gain experience fishing in a fun and relaxed setting at Jericho...

In partnership with Chicagoland Foster Care Collective, prospective foster parents and their friends can learn about becoming a foster parent and enjoy food, raffles and activities.

Residents and children are invited to a behind-the-scenes look at what skills, tools and equipment are required to maintain the village's infrastructure. The event will include touch-a-truck, equipment displays, informational booths, demonstrations, free giveaways, snacks and more. The event is free and open to all ages.   For information on more events like this, check...

Back Home: Polish Chicago opens today! Through the lens of Chicago’s Polish communities, the exhibition follows the journeys immigrants have taken to get to the city, explores the ways they have established themselves in its neighborhoods, and examines the duality of feeling a deep connection to two places at once. Join us for a Family...

Come blast off to outer space at Wonder Works during Space Weekend! We will have activities related to outer space throughout the museum. You can look forward to astronaut dress up, space projects in the art room, and STEM space activities throughout the museum. The museum will also be open as usual and all space...

This is an All Vehicles Show Open To The General Public. EVERY PENNY WE RECEIVE will be going to support Lyons Township Car Care so we can continue these events in the future. Cost to enter a car is $15. All Types Of Vehicles Are Welcome... Hot Rods, Show Cars, Rat Rods, Imports, Euros, Muscle...

Come out and find your treasurers or make some cash. The Park District will advertise the sale through electronic signage, flyers, and day of signage.

Argonne National Laboratory, located just 25 miles west of Chicago, is one of the world’s leading scientific research laboratories. And for one day only, it’s open to the public. At Argonne’s Open House you can spend the day thinking and acting like a scientist and discover how science can answer the biggest questions facing humanity....

Farm Animals Hayrack Rides Kid's Games Live Music Kid's Crafts Vendors Food Concessions Farm Stand Horse Show Art Fair Cow Pie Bingo** **requires advance admission**

Enjoy a Story Stroll in the Library's Reading Garden. Bring the family for this fun activity! No registration required.

Art in the Park returns to Northbrook’s Village Green Park on May 20 and 21 in downtown Northbrook! The park is a beautiful tree shaded venue perfect for seeing more than 80 artists showing paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and more. Live music in the gazebo, festival food, and youth art activities make this a family-friendly...

P.J. HarteNaus, author and retired Glen Ellyn elementary educator will read her book, The Village Dog, which is set in Glen Ellyn. Copies of The Village Dog will be available for purchase. For kids of all ages.

Join us at the Extract Juicery Family Fun Tent on Front Street for free entertainment suited for the whole family on select Saturdays. Energizing juices, smoothies, and more available for purchase from Extract Juicery. Saturday, May 20, 2023 @ 10:30am - 11:15am - Giant Bubble Show with TwistiCity Bubbles The bubbles just keep getting bigger...

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Roving Naturalist! On Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at Roving Naturalist stations. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with the...

Don't let the Pigeon drive the bus out of Berwyn before you visit him at the library! Decorate your very own cardboard box bus, hear Pigeon stories, then meet the Pigeon in person to follow! Please bring a cardboard box if possible. ¡No dejes que Pigeon conduzca el autobús fuera de Berwyn! ¡Decora tu propio...

We cordially invite you to join us on May 20th, a perfect day to indulge in some fun-filled activities. This event is an excellent opportunity to spend some quality time with your friends and family while enjoying a range of exciting games, entertainment, and delicious food and drinks. Make sure to mark your calendars for...

Join the Northlake Police Department, Northlake Fire Department, and Northlake Public Works Department for a day of family fun including tour the police department, touch a truck, drone demonstrations, child fingerprinting, and taco truck.

In honor of National Kids to Parks Day, a day of outdoor play aimed to connect kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands, we invite you to get outside and play! FREE! STAGE SHOWS: 11:00 – 11:30am Baton Exhibition 12:00pm Sideswipe martial arts team featured on America’s got talent...

Pet Adoption Organizations Onsite. Monetary Donation Drive for Local Animal Shelters. Concessions Available. Awards for Pet Contests, Vendors, Food, Crafts. 

Oak Park’s largest and favorite spring street festival includes an art fair, crafter booths, local business booths, food vendors, children's carnival rides, an art auction, craft beer garden, and entertainment stage. Also an awesome art auction! May 20, 11am-7pm, with music and craft beer garden going until 9pm

The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that covers 2,000 feet of track and highlights some of DuPage County’s railroads and landmarks in a landscape that blends fact and fantasy.

ADVANCE TICKETS RECOMMENDED Explore seasonal themes on guided, family-paced hikes through The Morton Arboretum’s diverse tree collections. Participants will hone their observation skills as they discover how trees support humans, animals, and other plants. Themes and locations visited change monthly. March: Discover (and taste!) the fascinating cultural and natural history of maple trees during a...

Come view the coolest classic cars around at the west commuter parking lot (Northwest Hwy. and Main St.) on Saturdays from May 13 to September 30, 3 - 9 PM. This free event is sponsored by the Mount Prospect Lions Club. Shows are weather dependent.    For information on more events like this, check out...

Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...

Twist, twirl and spin your way into summer with an evening of dancing and live music! Take a stroll through the barnyard, greet the new farm animal babies, take a wagon ride around the property or participate in the pie baking and costume contests. 

Hop along as we search for toads, frogs and their tadpoles near the water. During this event, we’ll also make a craft and learn the difference between frogs, toads and other amphibians. Waterproof rain-boots and flashlights are encouraged, please arrive prepared for the weather. Registration required.