Events
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Sep 22, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM Museum Of Contemporary Art, Chicago, IL
Visit the farmers market for cheese, produce, and baked goods at the MCA Plaza. Admission to the MCA is free for Illinois residents on Tuesdays evenings.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM DuPage Children's Museum, Naperville, IL
Families can enjoy sensory play, music and movement, storytimes, art projects, dinosaur digging, play dough, stickers, and train tables.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, IL
MSI offers museum free days for Illinois residents with ID throughout the year, with the most recent dates listed. Dates subject to change, so please check their website before heading…
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Gallagher Way, Chicago, IL
Join this interactive music program with singing, dancing, and bubbles, then stay for a family-friendly movie at 11 am.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago, IL
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum offers free admission to various professionals including members of the military, and educators. They are also free admission to Illinois residents on select days throughout…
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Geneva Public Library District, Geneva, IL
Meet local police officers and their canine companions.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook, IL
Preschool event featuring crafts and nature activities.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM The Landings of Lombard, Lombard, IL
This multi-day event has public hours, presale tickets, shopping for moms-to-be, and more.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Lincoln Marsh, Wheaton, IL
Celebrate the start of fall at Lincoln Marsh with nature play, crafts, and activities for families.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Obama Presidential Center, Chicago, IL
The Presidential Center Museum is free to Illinois residents on Tuesdays. Please note: it is encouraged to reserve tickets in advance, as the museum is nearly sold out into the…
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, IL
Celebrate rhinos at pop-up activities.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook, IL
Learn about animals with the help of residents of Misericordia.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Newton Park, Glen Ellyn, IL
Enjoy outdoor storytime with music, games, and stories.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Wood Dale Public Library, Wood Dale, IL
Get creative at the library.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Franklin Park Public Library, Franklin Park, IL
Enjoy sensory experiences at the library.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Mount Prospect Community Connections Center, Mount Prospect, IL
Sing, play, and enjoy stories at this program for children ages 1-5.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Mount Prospect Public Library South Branch, Mount Prospect, IL
Visit the library for bilingual programming.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM Westmont Public Library, Westmont, IL
A themed storytime and craft session helping children ages 4-6 prepare for school alongside their caregivers.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Arlington Heights, IL
Join fellow homeschool families at the library.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Naper Settlement, Naperville, IL
Visit the third year of the farmers market at Naper Settlement, which is located in the heart of Downtown Naperville. Support local vendors and listen to live entertainment. Admission is…
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Sep 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Bricks Wood Fired Pizza, Lombard, IL
Fresh items with live music and entertainment can be found at the local farmers market in Downtown Lombard.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Clarendon Hills Public Library, Clarendon Hills, IL
Students in grades 3-5 build and customize Lego Duplo cars, test physics concepts, collect data, and crash cars in a hands-on lab.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Wheaton Public Library, Wheaton, IL
Come to the library for gaming.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Village Green, Lemont, IL
Visit this annual market in the heart of Downtown Lemont.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM Maywood Public Library District, Maywood, IL
Head to the library for classic cartoons.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Museum Of Contemporary Art, Chicago, IL
Admission is free for Illinois residents on Tuesdays from 5:00pm - 9:00pm. Free admission is always granted to various professionals including members of the military and educators. MCA has a…
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Sep 22, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Shedd Aquarium, Chicago, IL
The Shedd Aquarium offers a variety of free admission nights in 2026. The Shedd Aquarium's Discounts and Free Days page is the best resource for finding additional information before you…
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Sep 22, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Zabrocki Plaza, Tinley Park, IL
Come to Oak Park Avenue to see classic cars on Tuesday nights.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Maywood Public Library District, Maywood, IL
Celebrate all things K-pop at the library.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park, IL
Get creative at the library.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Naperville Public Library - 95th Street Library, Naperville, IL
Explore hands-on activities with animal fun.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wood Dale Public Library, Wood Dale, IL
Visit the library to watch Zootopia 2.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Oswego Public Library-Montgomery Branch, Montgomery, IL
Head to the library for bilingual fun.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Berwyn Public Library, Berwyn, IL
Mix up a different slime or dough each month at Slime Club for kids ages 8 to 10. Registration is required.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Palatine Library District Rand Road Branch, Palatine, IL
Sign up for an evening of fun at the library.
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Sep 22, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Rolling Meadows Library, Rolling Meadows, IL
Visit the library for one of three sessions.
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