Glen Ellyn Park District
Ackerman Haunted Trail
Ackerman Park (Glen Ellyn) 800 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesTake a walk along a haunted trail of creepy creatures, scary sounds, and bone-chilling scenes. Come anytime between 4-9pm; the walk will take about 10 minutes. The trail will be less scary from 4-6pm and geared toward older children from 6-9pm. Before or after your adventure, enjoy Halloween-themed games or purchase refreshments from local food...
Pumpkin Carving
Main Street Recreation Center (Glen Ellyn) 501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesJoin us for a fun and festive pumpkin carving experience at the free Pumpkin Carving on Main event! Bring your creative ideas as we provide the pumpkins and necessary tools for you to carve your very own masterpiece. All carved pumpkins will be showcased in our Pumpkins on Main display, located in front of the...
Pumpkin Smash
Village Green Park (Glen Ellyn) 130 South Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesDon't trash your pumpkins—smash them instead! Come to Village Green Park and be part of our pumpkin composting initiative. Let's work together to divert as many pounds as possible from landfills. Before smashing, weigh your pumpkins and ensure they are free of decorations and candles. Please note that painted pumpkins cannot be accepted. You have...
Turkey Trot and Food Drive
Lake Ellyn Park 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesStart your Thanksgiving at the Turkey Trot 5-Mile Predicto Race. 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...
Toys for Tots Toy Drive with Characters
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center 800 Saint Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesJoin us at Ackerman SFC to meet your favorite characters while supporting a great cause! We are collecting new and unwrapped toys for children in need, which will be donated to Toys for Tots. Don't miss the chance to interact with superheroes, princesses, and more, and take photos to cherish the memories. This event is...
Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt
Main Street Recreation Center (Glen Ellyn) 501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesParticipate in the Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt for a night full of indoor crafts, cookies, and hot cocoa. The event will conclude with an outdoor hunt for candy canes under the moonlight. Don't forget to bring your own flashlight or headlamp. Prizes will be awarded to those who find the special candy canes. The event...
Candy Cane Hunt – FULL
Main Street Recreation Center (Glen Ellyn) 501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesSearch for hundreds of hidden candy canes, create a candy cane-inspired craft project, and enjoy story time before heading outdoors for the hunt. In case of inclement weather, the hunt will be held inside at the recreation center. In addition to the regular candy canes, there will be special candy canes that lead to an...
Frozen Fest
Lake Ellyn Park 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesYour favorite Frozen characters are visiting Lake Ellyn Park! Enjoy some hot cocoa, coffee, cookies, and a photo opportunity with the characters. Frozen Fest is free, but registration is required for both adults and children. This is not a drop-off activity; all children must be accompanied by an adult.
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