Events Calendar

During Wonder Works for Everyone play sessions, the museum opens an hour hourly for an accessible and inclusive environment. Each Wonder Works for Everyone session requires pre-registration for a limited number of families so that we can best prepare the Wonder Works environment for a sensory friendly play session. We will have two sensory friendly...

The Bloomingdale Maker's Market was started in the Summer of 2020 by Alicia Eisenmann of Delish Cakes. The market was called "Maker's Market" and was created as a safe space for people to sell their goods during Covid. What started with 12-18 vendors in 2020 quickly grew to 60 vendors for the 2021 season. The...

You're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!

Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will...

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...

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades 1-12. Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is the club for you.

Spend your Sunday afternoon crafting with like-minded friends. Bring your own project or do one of ours! Drop-ins welcome.

Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.

Kid-friendly crafts and games from 4:00 - 5:30pm. Chili Cook-off from 5:30-6:30pm. Free event! All are welcome! 

Magic is always in the air when the Village of Bensenville celebrates its annual Holiday Magic and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Join us for our annual Holiday Magic & Tree Lighting this November 24, 2024 from 4:45 PM - 7 PM in Downtown Bensenville (located at Green and Center Street). Santa will be available to greet...

Join us as we celebrate the holidays with our Holiday Happening event!  Tree lighting celebration, Crafts, Trackless Train, Fun Activities.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Holiday Walks and Tree Lighting Ceremonies.

Bring your pets to pose with Santa! Your pets are part of the family too, so don't miss this fun opportunity for them to see Santa too! Sunday, November 24th from 6:30PM - 8PM Sunday, December 1st from 7:30PM - 9PM Pet Photos will be located at The Ice Palace. Photos will be taken and...

Discover the owls that live in our area year-round and the ones that might visit during the winter months. Investigate the amazing adaptations owls possess to hunt at night, play owl games, make an owl craft, touch owl feathers, read books about owls and more! Free, drop-in program Self-guided activity stations Designed for ages 4-10...

The dinosaurs have escaped! Drop by and build new dinosaur habitats to keep them in. Keva planks and blocks will be out for you to design and build your own Jurassic Park. Drop in anytime between 9:30am-4pm to celebrate Dinovember! No registration required.

Enjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity tables in the Youth Area. Grades 1 and up. Drop in.

Join us for a sensory play experience that includes a variety of activities specifically designed to engage the senses. Drop in. Program Room.

Make some slime to take home! This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 10am and 12pm to participate. While supplies last.

You're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!

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...

Meet up with other moms to discuss books, movies, or current events while your little ones are busy with activities and crafts.

Put on your hard hats and get ready to build with us! Stay as long or as little as you want as we build with different materials.

Enjoy one-of-a-kind entertainment that will get kids laughing while inspiring them to create, experiment, and try new things. Best for ages 4 and older with their families. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Practice putting at the public library. Enjoy a friendly round of golf (or two or three!) Ages 4 and up. Caregiver required. Drop in.

For grades K-4. Hear about new library books from a Willowbrook police officer and make your own bookmark.

Bring your furry friends to capture a memorable photo with Santa while helping support PAWS Chicago. Fashion Outlets of Chicago will donate $10 for each visit with Santa during Pet Nights.* Dates: Mondays, November 18, 25 & December 2 Times: 4-7PM Location: Santa HQ, near the Food Court *Pets must be on a leash or...

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.

It’s November and a great time to give thanks for building with LEGOs®! Join us in our Community Room where we will supply the LEGOs® and all you bring is your creativity! Ages K-3rd grade. Registration required. Limit 14.

Practice your engineering skills! THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT. Tickets will be available at the Youth Services desk starting 60 minutes before the program on a first-come basis.

Join us at 5 p.m. on Monday evenings for a month-long celebration of Dinovember and watch classic dinosaur movies from throughout the decades. Our first showing will be the timeless class The Land Before Time (Rated G, 1988). For children of all ages and their caregivers, dino-rrific snacks will be provided!. Then, don’t miss the...

Enjoy one-of-a-kind entertainment that will get kids laughing while inspiring them to create, experiment, and try new things. Best for ages 4 and older with their families. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Come make some noise and belt out some favorite songs on our karaoke machine! No registration required.

Únete a nosotros durante una hora de historias, canciones y comunidad en esta celebración semanal de la cultura y la familia hispana.

Enjoy the classics of modern cinema on the magnificent two-story screen at Paramount Theatre…for the incredibly low price of just $1 per ticket! Buy tickets at the door. Cash only ($20 bills or less). Concessions available for purchase. Credit/debit cards accepted at concessions. Movies and showtimes are subject to change. Please check back here for...

Discover the owls that live in our area year-round and the ones that might visit during the winter months. Investigate the amazing adaptations owls possess to hunt at night, play owl games, make an owl craft, touch owl feathers, read books about owls and more! Free, drop-in program Self-guided activity stations Designed for ages 4-10...

Enjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity tables in the Youth Area. Grades 1 and up. Drop in.

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

We're feeling grateful at this drop-in playtime, which features a special theme to pretend play, craft, and have tons of delicious November fun. Best for ages 2-7 with their families. Children can learn about their world and have hands-on fun exploring specially themed toys and activities. We'll create a child-size world that's the perfect space...

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.

You're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!

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

Set your Thanksgiving table with a few special, festive touches! We will be making a fun felt pumpkin pie table runner and kraft paper silverware bag with autumn leaf place cards.

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...

We're feeling grateful at this drop-in playtime, which features a special theme to pretend play, craft, and have tons of delicious November fun. Best for ages 2-7 with their families. Children can learn about their world and have hands-on fun exploring specially themed toys and activities. We'll create a child-size world that's the perfect space...

This dino-themed tea event is sure to be a roar! Enjoy a story, activity and light refreshments! Kids are encouraged to dress up in tea party attire, dinosaur costumes, or both!

Celebrate Thanksgiving with us in this special storytime!

Come craft with us! We'll supply the craft materials. You bring the creativity. Your creations are yours to take home. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 2pm and 5pm to participate.

Show off your brick building skills with this fun activity. Join other LEGO® fans to share ideas and free build. Ages 4 and up. Drop in.

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Get crafty at the Library! Use available supplies to design your own creation to take home.

Celebrate the premiere of the Wicked film by participating in games and activities all about the beloved musical.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, join us as we make turkey themed crafts to celebrate!

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.

Oh no! The floor is lava in the Saeli Community Room (Large Meeting Room). Can you escape unscathed from the lava and DINOSAURS?! Find out on Tuesday, November 26th at 4:30 pm.

Become a paleontologist as you dig up and assemble a T-Rex, just like Sue at The Field Museum!

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....

Bring your own Pokemon cards, battle at our Pokemon Go gym, or bring your Nintendo DS to play with other trainers! No registration required. Ages 7 and older.

Bring your imagination and create with Legos. Limit: 25. TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.

Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. Please register so we can ensure a comfortable sensory experience. (All ages)

Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! We'll have some snacks available and you're welcome to bring your own. Our sensory items and activities will be available to use during the movie. No registration required.

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 creatures— all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more...

Discover the owls that live in our area year-round and the ones that might visit during the winter months. Investigate the amazing adaptations owls possess to hunt at night, play owl games, make an owl craft, touch owl feathers, read books about owls and more! Free, drop-in program Self-guided activity stations Designed for ages 4-10...

Enjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity tables in the Youth Area. Grades 1 and up. Drop in.

Flex your STEM muscles as you play, build, design, problem solve, and collaborate at each station. Grades K – 5 with a caregiver

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.

Drop-in craft activities available beginning at 10 a.m. while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Bring the family to watch Harold and the Purple Crayon on our big screen. Wigglers and wailers welcome. Enjoy popcorn and movie-friendly activities, too. Drop in. Meeting Room.

Come watch a thrilling and entertaining magic show by Gary Kantor. Gary's magic has been enjoyed by over 500,000 children. This show is packed with vanishing acts, mind-reading tricks, and a variety of hilarious tricks that will have the children rolling on the floor with laughter. The show is appropriate for all ages (even the...

Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.

You're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!

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.

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will...

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...

Come color with us on giant paper! Stop by anytime between 12:00 – 4:00. Stop by anytime between 12:00 – 4:00 to color with us. No registration required.

Enjoy a thrilling and hilarious magic show packed with vanishing acts, mind reading tricks, and fun. For children of ages 3+ and their caregivers. ** ** Ticketed program. Tickets are available 30 minutes before the program at the Children's Services Desk.

Join us for the first Moana movie. Bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy a movie on our giant screen! Closed Captioning is provided

Hit the road with this quirky family as they navigate the challenges of a robot uprising during their epic road trip. It's a journey of chaos, laughter, and the bond that holds them together. Popcorn will be provided. Bring a comfy blanket or pillow if floor seating is preferred. Movie is Rated PG and is...

Stop by Children's Services Creativity Park to make your own unique work of art with our craft and art supplies.

All are invited to join us on Wednesday, November 27, for the annual Mount Prospect Tree Lighting Ceremony and Christkindlmarket! At 5 pm, gather around our live Norway Spruce planted in the Edwin and Elsie (Meyn) Busse Park, also known as the pocket park. Enjoy festive holiday tunes sung by the Prospect High School Madrigals,...

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...

Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...

This open LEGO play session is designed to let kids’ imaginations lead the way. LEGOs and challenges are provided. For Grades K–4.

Drop by the library and build with LEGO. Each Wednesday we will have a different LEGO challenge you can try, or build whatever you want!

Celebrate Thanksgiving by running in the 44th annual Palatine Park District Turkey Trot! Runners may choose either a 2-mile, 5 mile distance or for the little ones, the Sammy Scurry. Take photos, enjoy free snacks and beverages and visit our sponsors. Register today! This year, we’ve joined forces with The Harbour, an organization dedicated to...

Start your Thanksgiving at the Turkey Trot 4-Mile Run. You don't have to be the first to cross the finish line to win. The top two runners with the most accurate finish time predictions will receive a Thanksgiving treat. Prizes will also be awarded for the Best Costume. In the spirit of giving, we invite...

Join thousands on State Street, as Parade travels north from from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street, or catch the three-hour live stream on Pluto TV (October 24, 2024) The award-winning Chicago Thanksgiving Parade returns for its 90th anniversary on Thursday, November 28, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. CT, traveling up Chicago's...

REGISTER IN ADVANCE, OR THE MORNING OF THE RACE. Little did we know that on November 22nd, 1984, our Thanksgiving holiday would change forever. Our one and done little 5k, with 74 runners, raised $520 for the WGN Good Neighbor Food Drive. Suggestions were made to do it again and we did. Year #2, 232...

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...

Enjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity tables in the Youth Area. Grades 1 and up. Drop in.

Challenge yourself to learn new building techniques and test our domino accessories. Stop by anytime during the program to build. Our room will be open to builders to explore our domino collection. We will have space to build on tables and the floor. Instructions for building techniques and accessories will be provided.

You're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Drop in for an hour of free play stocked with loose parts like cardboard boxes, paper, tape, and more!

Build a marble roller coaster as a family with the provided supplies. Make it tall, fast, or upside down—you decide!

Bring the whole family for Bingo at the Library. We'll have Bingo prizes available for children and adults. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

School's out, the relatives have left, the dishes are (mostly) done, now what? Family movie time at the Library, of course! Inside Out 2. Drop in.

Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will...

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...

Before you head to downtown Glen Ellyn for holiday festivities, come to the library! Enjoy activities for the whole family with music from Music Institute of Chicago Virtuoso Strings, Bellas Artes School of Music, and harpist Dawn Bishop. For adults and kids of all ages.

For Families. Make two ornaments, one to add to the Library's holiday tree in Wilder Park, and one to take home! Drop in. No registration required.

Drop in to make a card with available supplies.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuffing on this annual post-holiday walk.

Jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts: bring your friends or make new ones as you put together one of our puzzles in this casual social event. Register.

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Drop in for an hour of free play stocked with loose parts like cardboard boxes, paper, tape, and more!

Run, run, as fast as you can, to hear some stories about the Gingerbread Man! Doors open for storytime at 3:15 p.m. Immediately following storytime, head to the Tree Lighting Ceremony. This storytime is in conjunction with the Downers Grove Downtown Management Corporation’s Gingerbread Festival. Space will be limited.

Use the Kids' Tinker Cart to make the project of your dreams. Drop in for a variety of open ended activities. Caregiver required.

STORYTIME WITH THE BOARD (NEW) 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Village Hall Room E Join us for Storytime with the Board, a festive event where members of our board will bring holiday magic to life through beloved stories. Gather around as they read classic holiday favorites, sharing tales...

Kick off the holiday season with the Arlington Heights Park District and the Village of Arlington Heights Special Events Commission at our annual tree lighting ceremony! Enjoy holiday-inspired music and dance performances, buy a hot cocoa or tasty treat, and join the countdown at North School Park as we flip the switch on over 80,000...

Join friends, family and neighbors at the Main Street Train Station to kick-off the holiday season. Santa will be part of the festivities, along with music from the District 99 marching band and the Downers Grove Choral Society.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Holiday Walks and Tree...

Ever wonder what the REAL story is behind Jesus' birth? Come out to our FREE live walk-through nativity where we take you on a Journey to Bethlehem to meet the people who were there. Tours continuously run Friday-Sunday, 4:30-6:30pm and last about 15 minutes. This even is accessible to all and features complimentary snacks and...

Celebrate the holiday season in downtown Glen Ellyn as Santa lights the Christmas tree. 5:00pm - Families can begin gathering on Main Street. 5:45 - 7:45pm - Toy soldier stiltwalker 6:00pm - Santa lights the tree 6:30 - 8:30pm - Downtown Black Friday Shopping and pictures/hot chocolate with Santa at the Fire Station   For...

St. Charles Holiday Homecoming is one of the Midwest's most spectacular holiday events. Come to the most magical celebration to kick off your holiday season with the Lighting of the Lights Ceremony on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the Electric Christmas Parade, a Holiday movie, and other themed holiday activities on Saturday.

The tradition continues; join us for the annual Wheaton Christmas Parade for a magical evening of lights, music, and community Downtown Wheaton. The parade will travel from Wheaton Avenue at Wesley Street south to Front Street, turning east (left) on Front Street, and finishing at Cross Street. Immediately following the parade, head over to the...

Visit with Santa, caroling, entertainment, and refreshments. Free Admission.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa and Holiday Walks and Tree Lighting Ceremonies.

Heading to the downtown tree lighting? Capture the wonder of the season at the First Pres Live Nativity. Just steps away from downtown enjoy live animals, cocoa and cookies. This event is free and open to everyone—come when you can and make it part of your holiday night out! For information on more events like...

The Rotary Club of Naperville is hosting the 2024 Parade of Lights in partnership with the Downtown Naperville Alliance. The parade will travel through the heart of downtown Naperville on Friday, November 29th under the beautiful twinkling lights. Distinctly focused on delighting children of all ages, parade goers will enjoy an evening of brightly lit...

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Santa is making a last minute stop by The Lodge at KLM Park to check who has been naughty or nice! Join us for an intimate breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus. This event will include pictures with Santa and an expanded continental breakfast. All participants, including adults and children, must register....

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

Home Depot kids workshops are back! Stop by your local shop on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am - 12:00pm.  November 2 - Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe November 30 - Cocoa Ornament December 7 - Holiday Snow Globe January 4 - Piggy Bank February 1 - Valentines Candy Box

Have you ever wondered what’s in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the French fur traders and Potawatomi who once called this area home. Drop in...

Visit Santa at the zoo! While you are there, make a craft or two and tour the zoo before you go. Admission includes crafts, refreshments and, of course, a visit with the man in red himself. Be sure to bring your camera to capture those holiday memories. Santa’s Craft Corner is held in the Kiebler...

St. Charles Holiday Homecoming is one of the Midwest's most spectacular holiday events. Come to the most magical celebration to kick off your holiday season with the Lighting of the Lights Ceremony on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the Electric Christmas Parade, a Holiday movie, and other themed holiday activities on Saturday.

For ages 0-23 months. Registration is required. Make some noise at your library! Join us as we guide you through fun, simple ways to use music for early learning. Edades 0-23 meses. Es necesario registrarse. ¡Acompañanos mientras los guiamos a través de formas divertidas y sencillas de utilizar la música para el aprendizaje temprano.

You're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!

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...

Join us for these free family movies throughout the months on November and December at Glen Art Theatre!

Would you like to learn more about the programs and events at the Nature Center? Do you want to visit some cool critters? Come to our open houses every month as we offer fun nature-themed activities. No registration required and all ages are welcome.

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will...

This holiday season, bring your family and friends to meet Santa at the Atrium! Enjoy a magical experience and create lasting memories with a free photo opportunity with Santa Claus. Free to attend.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Western Springs Business Association has many opportunities to see Santa this holiday season! Come meet Santa and get professional pictures with the big guy on November 30th, December 1st, 7th, and 8th in our famous Santa House. The cost is $25 per family. Click here to reserve your spot. On December 7th, Santa will be arriving by...

Visit Santa in his gingerbread house at the corner of Main Street and Curtiss Street.     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Join us for the first Moana movie. Bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy a movie on our giant screen! Closed Captioning is provided

Don't miss your chance to take your picture with the one and only Santa Claus and give him your list! Visitors can meet the North Pole's most famous resident for FREE at Santa's House. Santa's House will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm - 4pm from November 30th - December 22nd. Visitors can...

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.

Beginning on Saturday, November 30, the Festival of Lights returns for the 12th straight year! New and exciting actvities each year make this a popular holiday tradition. Pedestrians and motorist alike are treated to a sparkling display of holiday lights, entertainment, activities for all and visits with Santa Claus. The festivities continue with special programming...

Join us for a Saturday matinee. Bring your own snacks! All Ages Welcome. Doors open at 1:45pm (Closed Captioning)

Salt Creek Ballet’s critically acclaimed, The Nutcracker, will be returning for its 39th year at Hinsdale Central Auditorium, located at 5500 S. Grant St. Hinsdale. The performances will take place on Saturday, November 30th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 1st at 1 p.m. This enchanting production is the perfect way to...

Build along with other kids and try to complete this month's challenge: build a boat using Legos that floats.

Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.

The Village of New Lenox is continuing its Christmas in the Commons tradition with another year of lights and holiday festivities in the Village Commons. Christmas in the Commons will be taking place on the dates listed below, so be sure to mark your calendars! Events are free with no admission ticket required. Saturday, November...

Ever wonder what the REAL story is behind Jesus' birth? Come out to our FREE live walk-through nativity where we take you on a Journey to Bethlehem to meet the people who were there. Tours continuously run Friday-Sunday, 4:30-6:30pm and last about 15 minutes. This even is accessible to all and features complimentary snacks and...

Salt Creek Ballet’s critically acclaimed, The Nutcracker, will be returning for its 39th year at Hinsdale Central Auditorium, located at 5500 S. Grant St. Hinsdale. The performances will take place on Saturday, November 30th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 1st at 1 p.m. This enchanting production is the perfect way to...