Events Calendar

Count down to 2024 at Wonder Works! Dress your festive best and join us for the last PLAY date of 2023. Our family friendly New Year’s celebration will include a balloon drop, full access to the museum, a new year’s art project, encounters with costumed characters, and a fun photo booth to capture the special...

Everyone has been asking and here it is! Are Noon Year’s Eve balloon drop is happening! We will be open from Play 10am-2pm. Balloon drop at Noon, photo opportunities, regular admission and weekend rules apply! This event is happening at both our locations! Please visit our website for more information on pricing and rules of...

Activities include inflatables, playtower, field games, coloring station & more! Ring in the New Year with a 12:00PM juice box countdown (juice boxes will be provided at check in) Socks required. Socks can be purchased for $3. Parent supervision required. Walk ins allowed. Online registration closes Saturday, December 30th at 11:59pm. $15 per child with...

Enjoy a DJ and dancing, a family photo booth, a bonfire with s'mores, hot chocolate, crafts and activities, and the ball drop at noon!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve.

There's no need to stay up late – ring in the new year early at Get Air Trampoline Park on December 31 from 11 AM to 1 PM! We'll be celebrating 2024 with a countdown and balloon drop at noon! Don't miss out on the games, giveaways and prizes! Tickets will be sold at the...

Ring in 2024 with a new brew! Join us in the taproom for our Donut Kill My Vibe Noon Years Celebration! With a ball drop at noon, our latest release and donuts + activities for the whole family its going to be one sweet party!   For information on more events like this, check out...

Come party with the Library as we ring in the New Year!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve.

3, 2, 1…Happy New Year! You don’t have to stay up until midnight to ring in the new year. We will celebrate with crafts and an exciting balloon drop countdown that will repeat several times during the hour.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate New...

Bring the entire family as we ring in 2024! There will be games, snacks, inflatables, and a professional DJ! Adult (18 and older) admission is FREE when you’re accompanied by a child!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve.

Grades 6-8. Have you ever wanted to bring an exciting Mario Kart competition into the real world? Work together to build a unique track and race each other using our Nintendo Switch and Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Registration required.

During this special night at ZooLights, you can ring in the new year with hourly countdowns between 6–9 p.m. on Main Mall, where DJ Cesar will spin music all night. Enjoy free forays into the Light Maze Presented by Invesco QQQ as well as free Ferris wheel rides and buy sparking wine and cider to...

Ring in the New Year with Chicago’s favorite sky spectacle show! Find a spot anywhere on the pier to welcome in the New Year with a dazzling fireworks display that will cast glows across the lakefront.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve.

Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates. Skate rentals are also available on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will be open through January 28, 2024.

Drop in during winter break to play a JUMBO board game with your family—bigger games mean bigger family fun!

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023:  Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024:  Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Play just 1 game of Bingo or stay for an hour. Take a free book for every game. All families with children welcome.

The New Year is here and now it's time to celebrate. Join us for bubble dancing and fun activities while we count down to noon. Registration is open to ages 2-5.

Bring your family to the library and play our life-sized version of a Candy Game! Make your way through the path to reach the Candy Castle. Recommended age: 3 years and up.

Enjoy a movie on our big screen. Bring a blanket to sit on if you like. Tuesday, Jan. 2 • Snow Buddies, rated G Wednesday, Jan. 3 • Balto, rated G Thursday, Jan. 4 • Gnomeo and Juliet, rated G Live in-person. No registration.

Drop in during winter break to play a JUMBO board game with your family—bigger games mean bigger family fun!

Kick off the Winter Reading Program! Join us for a day of building a winter wonderland with LEGOs!

Play time with Play-Doh! See what fun creations you can make!

Need something for the family to do over the winter break? Bring the kids in for Bilingual Family Storytime. We'll read books, sing songs, and more in both English and español.

Snuggle up and watch "The Land Before Time" while making a dinosaur craft! (All ages with an adult)

Drop in to play with our Hot Wheels cars and tracks in the library’s upper-level meeting room. We’ll have a Track Builder Starter Kit, Stunt Box Set, and Infinity Loop Kit out for tons of fun! Children should be with an adult actively supervising their play.

Celebrate the indigenous cultures of Africa with Soli Performing Arts Company. Dancing, drumming, and wise, ancient proverbs, native instruments and authentic attire. Drop in. Meeting Room.

Dust off your sunglasses and summer gear and bring your favorite stuffed animal from home to enjoy music, snacks, crafts and play time. Ages 4 and up. Drop-in. Caregiver required.

Bring a pillow, a snack and a friend or two and join us for the movie Night at the Museum on the big screen. This is an all-ages drop-in program.

Experience the thrill of illusions and more in this exciting performance from local magician John Measner! Walk-ins are welcome if there is space to accommodate. If your child is age 9 or younger, please plan to remain at the library for the duration of the program. Caregivers of older children are always encouraged to stay...

It's a Family Movie Night. Dress in comfy clothes, grab a blanket or pillow, and join us for a movie screening. We'll provide some snacks and candy. You're welcome to bring your own.

Kick off the Winter Reading Program! Cozy up at the Library and play board games while you enjoy a virtual fireplace.

Drop in during winter break to play a JUMBO board game with your family—bigger games mean bigger family fun!

Join us and the Crabtree Naturalist staff for a seasonal presentation on mammals. We will explore activities and discuss survival strategies of mammals in the current season. Crabtree Nature Center Classroom, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills. Drop in.

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023:  Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024:  Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Enjoy a story about Nanea from Hawaii and learn a bit about her world. We will have awesome activities and crafts. Bring along your favorite doll to join in the fun!

Bored at home during Winter Break? Come work on a puzzle with your family or friends. Puzzles of varying levels provided by the library. This is a drop-in program so come any time and stay as long or short as you like. All ages. Drop in. Caregiver required.

Enjoy a winter afternoon on a self-guided scavenger hunt. Afterward, enjoy refreshments around the campfire.

"We choose you" to explore Pokémon-themed activities fun for the whole family! Whether you're already a Pokémon expert or new to this global phenomenon, you'll find something to enjoy. Drop in starting at 1:30 p.m. and stay for as long as you like. Last entry at 2:45 p.m. Please note there may be small pieces...

Our good friend Mark Anderson returns for another cartoon lesson. He'll show us how to draw animals that like it cold, including arctic foxes, polar bears, snow monkeys, and the ruffed grouse! Yeo, you read that right - ruffed grouse! The grouse that's actually ruffed! Do not miss it!! (Again, ruffed grouse!) Registration opens 3...

Enjoy a fun bingo game on your day off!

The clock is ticking, and participants must work as a team to unlock the box and avoid certain doom. Use the provided clues and puzzles to solve this escape room, specially crafted for 15-minute play!

Bored of playing the same games all the time? Tired of solving the same puzzles? Are you in Grades 4-6?Then come join Ms. Cat at All Aboard! Board Game Club where we will play board game favorites like Fireball Island and Exploding Kittens, as well as new games you are sure to enjoy! Please register...

We provide the games, you provide the players. Play with family or friends here in the children’s department. All families welcome.

Come chill out with us this winter break! Bring your skates and cool off with some fun on our outdoor ice rink and maybe even be joined on the ice by a special guest! Warm up with a bonfire, some hot cocoa, and treats. We will also be joined by our very own park district...

¡Ven a celebrar el día de los Reyes Magos con nosotros! Come and celebrate Three Wise Men Day with us! ¡Celebremos el Día de los Reyes Magos con un pedazo de rosca de Reyes de diferentes panaderías de Aurora! ¡Tendremos una manualidad, una visita sorpresa de los Reyes Magos y hasta podrás escribir tu carta...

Join us for a trivia night full of school subjects and other favorite topics. Test your knowledge and declare victory over friends or siblings. Light refreshments served. Register as a team of up to six or individually. Meeting Room.

Stop by the Children's Department and pick up a kit full of DIY at home fun. Kits will be available on a first come first served basis whiles supplies last. One craft per child please.

Enjoy a day of chess with your family or with friends. We'll have many chess boards out and ready for play. Live in-person. No registration.

Attention all Camp Half-Blood Campers! We're hosting a surprise viewing of the first episode of the new Disney+ Percy Jackson show! Join us for snacks and a take-home craft. (Grades 3–5)

Have fun trying out an assorted collection of library robots and discovering what feats they can accomplish. Can a robot climb a ramp, go swimming, or play a xylophone? Find out during this drop-in program.

Snow came early in Firefly Grove this year, so Spark the Firefly gets to experience her first snow day! Join Spark as she learns all about snow, hibernation, and exciting winter activities like sledding and ice skating. Spark's Snow Day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement, and lots of winter fun for families! Every First...

First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...

Follow a series of clues and solve a variety of puzzles in our blizzard-themed escape room. Beat the clock to win prizes!

Brrring the family and come chill with us as the Library transforms into a wintry wonderland. Fun for all ages, including crafts, games, tasty treats, and live music from guitarist Josh Skaja. First floor. Register for a reminder email or drop in.

Come join us for three hours of FUN! Parents can snag a little kid-free time on the first Friday of every month from 7:00-10:00pm! We'll play, eat, hang and burn all of that extra energy! The fun includes our 60 ft. inflatable obstacle course, trampolines, foam pits, open gym, games, pizza, and lemonade! Register below!...

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023:  Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024:  Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Welcome to the Aurora Public Library District’s 2nd Annual Early Literacy Expo! At this event, the library will connect families with valuable resources in the community, including Preschools and Daycares. Preschool and Daycare representatives will be available on-site for families to learn about their organizations (including cost, curriculum, and staffing). Non-profit organizations and other social...

Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation for the many languages spoken throughout our wonderful multicultural community. The activities presented are family oriented with stories suitable for the youngest ages. This program welcomes both Albanian...

Puzzle away with family while listening to relaxing music. Choose which puzzle from our collection you want to complete or even try to create your own! For families.

Welcome 2024 with an afternoon bonfire! Enjoy fresh popcorn, hot drinks, music, lawn games and a stroll through the winter woods with a nature-themed scavenger hunt. Be sure to dress for the weather.

Help us kick off our One Book, One Community by enjoying sweet treats (while supplies last) and solving a Library mystery. You can also pick up your free copy of our One Book, One Community read Happiness Falls by Angie Kim, as well as our books for younger audiences, Give Me a Sign, Anybody Here Seen Frenchie? and Gustav is Missing!: A...

Compete in challenges to unlock your team’s nerf darts for battle. Nerf blasters and darts provided. Do not bring your own nerf blasters.