Gone Fishin’ Derby
Come down to the watering hole for our annual catch-and-release fishing derby. You’ll have an hour to catch as many fish as you can. Prizes will be awarded for largest,…
elementary school kids
Family Fall Fest
Elmhurst Park District invites you to put on your costumes and bring the family to Wild Meadows Trace in Elmhurst from 9 a.m.-Noon for Family Fall Fest, featuring Safety Town…
Chicago Steel Live Strong As Steel Assembly
The Chicago Steel Hockey Team’s signature “Live Strong As Steel” program is presented to thousands of students annually. In partnership with Two by Two Character Development, each fun and educational…
Virtual Kids Movie Club
Alan is hosting Kids Movie Club on this exciting new platform: https://twoseven.xyz/. Movies will be streamed through Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon. Join us if you are a subscriber to any…
Young Artist Night at the Pet Rescue & Resource Center
Calling all young artists: Young Artist Night at the PRRC sponsored by the Hinsdale Humane Society’s Junior Board is a night to celebrate young artists and the animals they love.…
Breakfast Book Club with Pete the Cat
Storybook characters come to life during this fun literary experience at the Museum. Enjoy a hot breakfast provided by Bean Sprouts Cafe, a photo op with Pete the Cat, a…
Parent’s Night Out at BIG Gymnastics
Announcing…BIG’s FIRST EVER Parent’s Night Out on Saturday, September 28th!!! Drop the kids (ages 5-12 yrs) off for an evening of fun at BIG and enjoy a night to yourself!!…
The Children’s Book Fair of Hyde Park
A free street festival celebrating literature, art, music, and crafts! Over 60 vendors and two stages of entertainment. Authors will be on hand signing free copies of their titles (while…
Disc Golf Challenge
Test your skills in this fun introduction to disc golf. Brief instruction on how to throw and play the course will be provided. Challenges include closest to the basket, longest…
2K for Kids Fun Run
Join us for our 5th annual 2K kids race! At approximately 1.25 miles, this race is designed for kids of all ages. At each half mile, participants will compete against…
Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta
Participants will race their handmade cardboard boats on beautiful Lake Ellyn. Winners are determined by the fastest race times! Awards will also be presented for most creative, team spirit, and…
Bike Rodeo
Test your bicycle knowledge on a miniature riding course, plus on-the-spot bike checks, bike-decorating station, BMX demonstrations, and bike raffles.
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