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Glen Ellyn Park District
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.
MLK Jr. Day of Service
Ackerman Park (Glen Ellyn) 800 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesREGISTER IN ADVANCE Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in a day of service. Start the day with coffee and hot chocolate, then help cut and remove invasive brush, improving the quality of our natural areas. Dress in warm layers. Gloves and tools will be available for loan. Volunteers under...
Ackerman Arcade Night
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center 800 Saint Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesAckerman SFC is transforming into an arcade adventure for a one-night-only family event! Test your skills at games you'd find at the arcade like life-size Battleship, LED foosball, and more. Glow-in-the-dark mini golf will also be available. All attendees must register individually.
Adults-Only Egg Hunt
Lake Ellyn Boathouse 645 Lenox Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesEgg hunts aren’t just for the kids anymore. Break out your baskets and flashlights and head out for our adults only egg hunt. There will be hundreds of goodies hidden throughout the park and they won’t all be easy to spot. Light snacks and beverages will be provided before the hunt begins. Prize baskets will...
Touch a Truck
Maryknoll Park (Glen Ellyn) 845 Pershing Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesTouch-A-Truck is your child’s chance to see their favorite big trucks and things on wheels, interact with the drivers, and take pictures. There will also be a raffle and themed giveaways while supplies last. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.
Trees for Glen Ellyn
Lake Ellyn Park 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesJoin the Park District’s forestry team to learn about an exciting new volunteer opportunity. Participate in planting and caring for trees in our parks. Learn the correct way to plant a tree and take an active role in growing Glen Ellyn’s tree canopy. Make a positive impact on the environment for generations to come. This...
Bike Rodeo
Main Street Recreation Center (Glen Ellyn) 501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United StatesKids will learn about bicycle safety and rules of the road through fun drills and activities at multiple stations. Participants must bring their own bike and wear a fitted bike helmet.
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