Events Calendar

Have A Farm-tastic Time On Our Farm This Spring! Visit the New Babies in our Petting Zoo Put a Spring in your Step with the Family-Friendly DJ Visit the Coloring Station Make Memories Around the Farm with Spring Photo Ops Play on the Giant Playground Take a Ride on the Springtime Choo-Choo Express (additional fee)...

Celebrate the arrival of spring at our first-ever Spring Fest—a weekend filled with fun, fresh air, and unforgettable experiences. Enjoy live performances, savor seasonal food and drinks, shop from art vendors, and explore family-friendly activities for all ages. Looking for the best spring festival near Chicago? Spring Fest is your ultimate destination to welcome the...

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...

Learn about and participate in a technology inspired scavenger hunt. All ages. Sessions beginning at 11:00am and 12:30pm

The Family Sensory Hour offers the opportunity for children with special needs to use the Kids' Library in a safe and welcoming environment before the Library opens. Live in-person. Registration required.

The Triton Trouper Circus is a beloved annual tradition at Triton College, featuring exciting acrobatics, stunning aerial acts, juggling, clowning, and SO MUCH MORE - Performed by everyday people JUST LIKE YOU! The show offers a thrilling, family-friendly entertainment experience for all ages. All tickets are $10. Shows are 2 hours long with a 15...

Attention vehicle obsessed children! Stop by the library anytime from 1pm to 4pm to play with cars on ramps and roadways. Enjoy the thrill of racing toy cars, navigating through track layouts, and having fun with new friends!

Join the Fox Valley Folklore Society for easy-to-learn dances done to live fiddle music. Our friendly callers will teach and lead each dance, suitable for preschool and up. Wear comfortable shoes and come dressed to move.

Celebrate our amazing planet with Earth Day Yoga! Kids in grades PreK-2nd will move their bodies through challenging and silly poses, and lots of smiles. Class is taught by La Grange Park resident Leah, an RYT-200 yoga teacher, mom, 2nd degree black belt, and special education teacher. Please dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat...

Enjoy music from the upcoming Elmhurst Children's Theatre production of Once Upon a Mattress. No registration required.

Morgan Pirtle, influenced by jazz greats like Ella Fitzgerald and Carole King, blends jazz with contemporary sounds to craft ethereal and impactful music. Her style, often compared to Norah Jones and Rachael Price, also draws inspiration from artists like Lianne La Havas and Bruno Major, creating a unique fusion of genres. Pirtle's latest single, "TS4L,"...

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

Drop in with your little one to enjoy songs and stories in Spanish. Presented by The Language Labs. 0 – 6 years with a caregiver.

Celebrate spring at the library! Enjoy games, activities, and a visit from a cheerful, colorful character who loves music and friendship. Spring into fun at the library’s spring extravaganza! Families are invited to enjoy interactive games, seasonal activities, and a special visit from a the pink troll, a vibrant, friendly character who spreads joy and...

All ages are invited to come play the board games we have available and/or bring a favorite board game and teach others how to play! Walk-ins welcome.

Hopscotch, balance beam, and more are set up for you to explore.

Families with Children. Registration is required. Come by the library to enjoy our impressive selection of Legos with the whole family! Familias con niños. Es necesario registrarse. ¡Ven a la biblioteca para disfrutar de nuestra impresionante selección de Legos con toda la familia!

¡Únete a nosotros para una noche de cine en Español! Se proyectarán películas infantiles populares en Español para que las disfruten las familias. Join us for a Spanish-language movie night! Popular children’s movies will be shown in Spanish for families to enjoy.

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 those...

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

Led by Mars, a percussion program teaching artist from the Old Town School of Folk Music, this class uses a mix of shakers, drums and even our own bodies to create rhythm. Mars will guide the group in learning and putting together some basic rhythm patterns. Learn about the history of the music shared and...

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin with a storytime with snacks, crafts, and music sure to mooove you. All ages. Registration required. Sign up begins 4/1.

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

Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends for stories and songs all about Spring and the power of kindness. The Kindness Garden includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of springtime fun for families! The show is ideal for ages 2-7. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Library.

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....

Come have fun making a messy creation. Dress for a mess! Register online at rmlib.org/rsvp, on the library’s app, or call the Ask Me Desk at 847-259-6050 x140.

Drop in for a family Lego challenge. Drop in for a weeknight family Lego challenge featuring a variety of challenge cards to test your building skills. Your family's creation will be displayed in the Library for all to see. Supplies are limited.

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)

A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages.

Join Geoff Williamson of Third Coast Birding for a bird walk around North Pond. These walks start at 7:00am and last about two hours. If you can't stay for the whole walk, there's no problem in leaving early. The group meets near the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum at the southeast corner of North Pond. Generally,...

Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2024–25 Illinois resident FREE days include: March 4, 12, 27; April 16, 30; May 8, 26   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...

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.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Drop-in after school to hang out and relax. There will board games, puzzles, crafts, and snacks. Stay as long or short as you want, it's the Free Zone. For ages 9-13 only.

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...

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!

Let's learn and play with all things STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math. Recommended age: 6-11 years

In celebration of National Poetry Month, bring the whole family to the library to share some poetry or other performance art. We’ll serve pizza for dinner.

Enjoy a fun night out of the house and an affordable, fun, family night of bingo. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Winners must be 18 years or older to claim prizes. Prizes include various items, passes, and gift cards. $1 cash per card per game. We will be playing approximately five games. Please...

¡Acompáñanos a jugar Lotería! Gane premios y diviértase con sus amigos y familiares. ¡Para todas las edades! No es necesario registrarse. Join us to play Lottery! Win prizes and have fun with your friends and family - for all ages! No registration required.

Come in your pajamas or your play clothes; just be sure to bring the whole family for this evening storytime that features a different activity each week.   For kids up to 6 with caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Bring the whole family for craft night at the library! Each week we will feature up-cycled materials. Ages 4 + with a caregiver.

Enjoy preschool stories, puppet plays and songs with our newest partner, Chick-fil-A. (Ages 2–6 with an adult)

Join unstructured playtime for you and baby. Enjoy coffee, a sweet treat and conversation while the little ones socialize and play. The new format allows you to join and leave at your convenience.

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person.   For information on...

Stop by to make a craft. Preschoolers must be directly supervised by an adult. Available to the first 100 crafters.

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.

Celebrate Easter with us in this special storytime! (All ages)

Connect to nature through fun activities for adults and kids on the 3rd Thursday of each month. This event is led by the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists. Different theme/activities each month. Drop-in. April: “Signs of Spring” – Learn about the changes in nature that creates the growth and beauty of spring! May: “Birds”...

Join other gamers to play and discuss your favorite video games like Minecraft, Mario Kart 8, Super Smash Bros., and more. Bring your own Nintendo Switch and DS devices to share the fun with friends. Grades 4-7. *Registration required.

Try out some fun STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver

Calling all Jedis! Grab the family and come see if you can BREAKOUT! A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...a droid finds himself in need of your assistance! Bring the family to the library for a Star Wars themed Breakout! Work together to find clues and solve puzzles before time runs out!...

Join us for a family night of Lotería, a traditional Mexican board game of chance, similar to bingo. Únase a nosotros para una noche de Lotería, juega y gana premios. TR

Come to the library for a short storytime followed by an information session on self-care and bonding with children. This program is in partnership with Hopeful Beginnings.

Ages 11-16, grab your flashlights! Join your friends in the frenzy as you search for prize eggs filled with candy, gift certificates and other great prizes. No registration required, free to attend.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Egg Hunts.

Have A Farm-tastic Time On Our Farm This Spring! Visit the New Babies in our Petting Zoo Put a Spring in your Step with the Family-Friendly DJ Visit the Coloring Station Make Memories Around the Farm with Spring Photo Ops Play on the Giant Playground Take a Ride on the Springtime Choo-Choo Express (additional fee)...

Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to see what craft we are making. Little ones may need some help. No registration needed. Stop by the Ask Me Desk for supplies.

Who else is egg-cited for easter? Hop on up to Youth Services for a pop-up easter egg hunt! While supplies last!

Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers. All ages.

Language Labs storytellers present songs, stories, and activities in both Polish and English. Those who speak the language and those new to the language are welcome to attend.

Need something to do on your day off from school? Stop by the Program Room for a fun craft! No registration required.

Crafts and snacks provided. Can Dorothy make it home after a twister drops her off in a magical land? Find out during this classic movie showing that families enjoyed just prior to the start of World War II. Crafts and snacks will be provided.

You supply the tumbler; we supply the fun! Customize your favorite water bottle with stickers, gems, and charms. All water bottles welcome. For grades 3-5.

¡Acompañanos para la hora del cuento en español! ¡Escucha historias, haga una manualidad y aprenda sobre la cultura hispana! Edades de 2 a 6 años con un cuidador. Se requiere registro. ¡Hola! Come join us for Spanish story time! Listen to stories, make a craft, and learn about Hispanic Culture! Ages 2-6 years old with...

Recommended All Ages with Caregiver — Registration is required. You are cordially invited to Franklin Park Public Library for a Princess Tea Party! With a very special guest… Rapunzel! Rapunzel will be joining us for stories, songs, and pictures. Tea, sandwiches, and sweets will be served.

Are you an expert puzzler? Join our jigsaw puzzle challenge with the whole family and see who can complete a 500-piece puzzle first.The winning team gets a prize! Limit 10 teams and 4 people per team. Snacks provided. Puzzles sponsored by Ravensburger. Registration opens March 28.

Celebrate Earth Day by helping clean up litter in the Forest Preserves. Litter picks and supplies will be available to check out.

Attention all HiLo fans! Drop by anytime between 4pm- 6pm for a variety of special activities dedicated to all things HiLo. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Need something to do on your day off from school? Stop by the Program Room for a fun craft! No registration required.

Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities!

Create unique seasonal and theme-based projects. Materials provided. While supplies last.

Come try your hand at origami. We’ll have paper, easy to follow instructions, and books to get you started. No registration needed. Stop by the Ask Me Desk for supplies.

Are you looking to relax and play some good old-fashioned table top games but don't have the game or just don't want the hassle of finding the space and the pieces? Do you want to "unplug" your kids and grandkids and teach them how to play some classic card games and board games? For two...

Join us after hours for gaming of all kinds and pizza!

Hop on over to the baseball fields at Berens Park this year for our annual egg hunt! Join in a mad dash to collect prize-filled eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny. Adults must accompany children and don’t forget to bring your basket! Ages 2-10. Registration is required.     For information on more events...

Hop on over to Hoosier Grove Barn for a fun-filled Easter celebration at our Cotton Tail Trail! Get ready for a day of excitement, laughter, and plenty of Easter eggs! Don't forget to bring an Easter basket to gather colorful eggs during our egg hunt and to scoop up delicious candies from local vendors.  ...

Family fun event! 14,000 eggs are "hidden" among the 4 ball fields at Frontier Park Sports Complex (3380 Cedar Glade Dr), divided by age groups. The age groups are: 0-2yrs, 3-4yrs, 5-6yrs, 7-8yrs. At 9:00 am, the horn sounds, and hundreds of kids scramble across the outfields to get the eggs. Only children under age...

Enjoy splashing around while hunting eggs for a chance to win a prize. Everyone entering the pool area must have a ticket. Children under 2 is free. Ticket sales are final and nonrefundable. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Egg Hunts.

Join the Glen Ellyn Park District at the annual DuPage River Sweep at Lake Ellyn, where we'll be picking up debris in and along waterways that flow into the river system. Please bring rubber boots or hip waders if you have them; all other supplies will be provided. This free event is open to all...

Pancake breakfast sponsored by the Prospect Heights Lions Club ($5/person) Egg hunt at 10 am sharp Meet the Easter Bunny Fly a kite provided by the Park District   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Bunny Breakfasts and Other Places to See the Easter Bunny.

Have A Farm-tastic Time On Our Farm This Spring! Visit the New Babies in our Petting Zoo Put a Spring in your Step with the Family-Friendly DJ Visit the Coloring Station Make Memories Around the Farm with Spring Photo Ops Play on the Giant Playground Take a Ride on the Springtime Choo-Choo Express (additional fee)...

Join the fun at Southminster Presbyterian Church for a free, family-friendly Easter Party! Saturday, April 19 at 9:30 a.m. - Rain or Shine! Free Event – No Reservation Needed – Just Show Up! Interactive Walk-Through Easter Story and Crafts for All Ages Easter Egg Hunt (up through 5th grade) Weather permitting, we will hunt for...

Aurora Noon Lions Club provides free vision screening for children. Primarily aimed at 6 months to 6 years old although useful up to age 16. According to the American Public Health Association, about 10% of preschoolers have eye or vision problems. The screener is meant for early detection of the following eye disorders but not...

Thousands of eggs will be spread across the Jefferson Junior High School outdoor turf for our 2nd annual Easter Egg Hunt. Bring your own basket to collect eggs; everyone has a chance to win a grand prize. The hunt will begin at 10:00 am for the1-2 & 3-4 age groups and at 10:30 am for...

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt Make an Outdoor Lantern Plant a Vegetable Earth Friendly Snacks Earth Day Games Recycle Crayons

Bring your dog to Maple Park for the Doggy Egg Scramble. Dogs and owners will hunt through the field to find the most dog treat filled eggs. After the hunt, a special visitor will be available to take photos. This is an on-leash event for friendly dogs and their families; children must be accompanied by...

Salt Creek Park District’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 19. All ages are welcome and the event is FREE for Salt Creek Residents! Please bring your own bag or basket to collect eggs. Egg Hunt starts promptly at 10:00am, with the youngest age group first.   For information on more...

• Arts and crafts • Nature walk • Nature classroom will be open

Please join Arlington Heights Park District (AHPD) in collaboration with Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA) as we walk to celebrate, support and bring awareness to autism. This event is free (no registration required) and open to all ages and abilities as we come together to embrace our differences and unite to raise autism awareness. Proceeds...

HAVE YOU EVER SEEN 20,000 EGGS?! Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt that’s perfect for the whole family! Gather colorful eggs throughout the field! Don’t miss your chance to meet the Easter Bunny and take some memorable photos! Bring your baskets and your best egg-hunting skills!   For information on more events like...

Celebrate spring with a hoppin’ fun story time. Listen to stories, songs, and make a craft too. No registration required.

Children of all abilities are welcome to drop in for some friendly board games. Children of all abilities are welcome to drop in for some friendly board games. Games will be easy-to-follow and cooperative in nature. Adult participation is encouraged to help facilitate game play and socialization.

Put on your brightest Easter bonnet and get ready for a hopping good time with the Easter Bunny! He’ll be riding in style on a float as he makes his way down 16th St. from Jefferson Field to Prairie Oak School Gym. Once there, the fun continues with our Easter Eggstravaganza!   For information on...

The Clow family emigrated from Scotland and over three generations grew “Riverview” from its first house to a 200-acre commercial farm. A naturalist will share stories of the Clows and life on the farm and welcome you inside the 19th-century buildings for a peek into the past. Two sessions will be offered: Session 1: 10:30...

Registration required.

Hop on over for a day full of fun at our Easter Eggstravaganza! Enjoy a variety of fun games that everyone can participate in! Get crafty with Easter-themed activities to unleash your creativity. Don’t miss your chance to take pictures with the Easter Bunny! Bring your family and friends for a fantastic day of laughter...

Celebrate spring with your four-legged friend at our Doggie Eggstravaganza when the egg hunt goes to the dogs! Dogs of all sizes can hunt for treat-filled eggs. Registration is not required. Free to attend. All dogs must be kept on a non-retractable leash (max 6 feet), be current on all vaccinations, and visibly wear tags....

Join the River Forest Park District and the Bunny for springtime fun at our annual Egg Hunt! The event is held in specially designated areas of Keystone Park West. Children ages 2-10 will be divided into age groups, and hunt for hundreds of candy and sticker eggs with children of similar age. Children should also...

Celebrate Earth Day at Peck Farm Park! All ages welcome! This event is FREE! Activities include: Small electronics recycling (additional items can be recycled for a fee) Food vendors Paper shredding Chalk art More! Native Planting: Come help celebrate Earth Day by planting native plants throughout Peck Farm Park. Please note that pre-registration is required.

Celebrate Earth Day at White Oaks Park with a FREE family friendly celebration filled with interactive activities, giveaways, and education to deepen your connection with our planet Earth.

Participate in the gloval event celebrating our Earth! Indoor activities include crafts, animal meet & greets and hands-on projects. Venture outside to connect with nature by taking Harley the Hawk's adventure storywalk or playing in the Hickory Hideout.

All ages. Celebrate Native American culture with Starr Chief Eagle as she performs the rare tradition of hoop dancing, a 22-hoop dance, and hosts a hoop dance workshop for families. TR Starr Chief Eagle will provide an interactive and educational dive into Lakota Culture that will explore the language, art and knowledge of the Lakota...

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...

Celebrate Earth’s biodiversity through stewardship, art and educational activities. Free plant giveaways. Drop-in.

Enjoy creating a spring chick using popsicle sticks, paint, feathers and your own creativity. We'll have peeps of fun making this easy spring craft! Ages 3+ with a caregiver. **

Come celebrate our favorite floppy-eared friend, the Easter Bunny and enjoy Easter themed activities, games and more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Bunny Breakfasts and Other Places to See the Easter Bunny.

Play, plant, paint and pretend with family-fun activities.

Come join us for fun and visit with the Easter Bunny! Thousands of candy filled eggs will be scattered throughout the Wild Meadows Trace by the Gazebo on Spring Road for an egg hunt that starts PROMPTLY at 1pm. Don’t be late to this event! Meet and Greet with the Easter Bunny starting at 12:30...

Come in to build cool LEGO creations. LEGOs will be provided by the library. Ages 6-11.

5,500 eggs for the children to find.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Egg Hunts.

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.

Join us for a Saturday matinee. Bring your own snacks! All ages welcome.

Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s outdoor animal ambassadors.

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