Events Calendar
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Glen Ellyn Park District
Boating in the Park
Lake Ellyn Boathouse 645 Lenox Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesRent a kayak, canoe, or a pedal boat. Boating in the Park is open to all ages, however, all boating participants required to properly wear and fit into the provided Glen Ellyn Park District life jacket before entering the lake. No registration required. Cash payment only.
Freedom Four 4Mile Run and Walk
Lake Ellyn Park 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesKick off your 4th of July with this fun, family-friendly event! Run or walk a scenic 4-mile course starting and ending at Lake Ellyn Park. Explore nearby streets and enjoy the festive atmosphere while supporting a great cause. A portion of proceeds benefits the Friends of Glen Ellyn Parks’ Scholarship Fund, providing access to recreation...
Family Fun in the Neighborhood
Various Locations IL, United StatesIt’s a fun-filled, family-friendly, free evening of activities and entertainment, close to your backyard. Join us in your neighborhood park for entertainment, interactive games and activities, face painting, arts, crafts, and more. Families are invited to pack a picnic and hang out in the park with us as you enjoy the night’s activities. (aa) June...
Movie in the Park
Various Locations IL, United StatesEnjoy family friendly films in our beautiful parks under the stars. Bring your own chairs or blankets and sit back and enjoy the show. Movies begin at dusk. Come at 7:30pm for story time in the park with the Glen Ellyn Public Library on June 5, July 10, and August 7 and nature-themed activities on...
Unplug Illinois
Ackerman Park (Glen Ellyn) 800 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesUnplug your electronic devices and plug into play, creativity, friendship, adventure, and family with the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association’s State-wide initiative. This free community event will consist of fitness, nature activities, games, arts, sports, food trucks, face painting, and other technology free activities.
Sportswap
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center 800 Saint Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesGive and get gently used sports equipment at our summer Sportswap event with Go Green Glen Ellyn. Gear up for fall sports and activities at this community exchange and sale. Equipment will be collected the preceding week. Watch for more details to be posted at gepark.org/calendar.
Sensory Swim Nights
Sunset Pool (Glen Ellyn) 483 Fairview Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesThe Glen Ellyn Park District is excited to announce the return of Sensory Swim Nights! These evenings provide a relaxing and inclusive aquatic environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. Sensory Swim Nights offer a quieter pool experience with reduced noise levels. Music, water features, and whistles will be turned off (except for emergencies), and interruptions...
Jazz in the Park Concert
Various Locations IL, United StatesEnjoy free live concerts in the park with the Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble, a 16-member group. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs, and picnic dinner. In case of rain or severe weather, the concert will be canceled. Please note, no alcoholic beverages are permitted in the parks. June 19 - Maryknoll Park July 17 - Newton...
We do our best to provide comprehensive, accurate and useful information about events and activities. This information (such as times and locations) is gathered from press releases, websites, signs around town and word of mouth. However, details change and people make mistakes, so please confirm the details before you go. Kidlist is not responsible for any problems that occur while participating in activities listed on this site.
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Click on the button above to submit an event to the Kidlist calendar. We welcome everyone to submit events, given that they are family-friendly, free and/or drop-in, and are local for families in the west and northwest suburbs of Chicago. All submitted events are reviewed by the Kidlist team.
