Grab your bikes, scooters, and strollers for an evening of movement and fun!
Special Events
Special Events
Touch-A-Truck
Sat, May 16 2026, 10am - 12pm
Heritage Park
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!
Wild Wednesdays
Wed, Jun 10 2026, 10am - 12pm
Lake View Nature Center
Join us for two special Wednesdays at the Nature Center this summer! We'll have story times, scavenger hunts with prizes, activities in the Nature Center, fishing pole rentals, and a featured animal! Stop by for a bit or stay the whole time!
Pop-Up Party in the Park
Thu, Jun 18 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Dorothy Drennon Park
Families are invited to Dorothy Drennon Park for a fun-filled pop-up party! Play classic yard games, enjoy tasty treats, and dance through the foam machine before heading home. This free event is a great way to enjoy an evening in the park!
Save the Date!
August 27, 2026
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!
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!