This FREE end of the summer event will bring the whole family together before heading back to the books. We will have outdoor activities, inflatables, live music, snacks, and more!
Special Events
Special Events
Family Bike Night
Thu, Jul 23 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Heritage Park
Decorate your bike, scooter, or stroller and get ready to ride! Families are invited to Heritage Park for a fun evening where kids can cruise around the park at their own pace. A bike decorating station will be available, along with music and light snacks.
Save the Date!
2026 Date to be announced
Join us for a morning of fall family fun! Enjoy free entertainment, hands-on crafts, games, a bounce house, tasty snacks, and more.
2026 Date to be announced
Bring your pumpkins or jack-o-lanterns to our first-ever pumpkin smash! The Nature Center is partnering with Urban Canopy to turn your old Halloween pumpkins into compost!
2026 Date to be announced
Celebrate the start of the holiday season with the whole family! Explore festive activity stations featuring ornament making, cookie decorating, games, and a hot cocoa bar.
2027 Date to be announced
Celebrate the magic of winter with fun activities that embrace the chill and charm of the great outdoors!
2027 Date to be announced
Hop on over to Heritage Park for this FREE Easter Egg Hunt! The Hunt will start at promptly 10:00am. Following the hunt, don't miss out on a perfect photo op with the Easter Bunny!
2027 Date to be announced
At this free event, families are invited to explore a variety of vehicles from around the community including fire trucks, construction vehicles, Park District trucks, and more!