Tag: family fun
Christmas Tree Lighting Events in DuPage County
On Friday, November 25th (the day after Thanksgiving), check out one of the many Christmas tree lighting events in DuPage County. Get your kids and the whole family into holiday fun and spirits!
Of the tree-lighting events listed below, my personal favorite is the Glen Ellyn event. The tree lighting takes place right in the heart of downtown Glen Ellyn at Main Street and Crescent Blvd. The setting is very much like that of a Norman Rockwell painting. The entire family is sure to enjoy it!
Santa to Visit Christmas on the Farm at Kline Creek
Santa will be paying a special visit to Kline Creek’s “Christmas on the Farm” celebration on Saturday, December 3rd and Sunday, December 4th. The free event, sponsored by the DuPage County Forest Preserve District will run from 1:30PM to 3:30PM both days.
Ski Resorts & Ski Hills Near DuPage County
We’ve already experienced a few snow flurries in DuPage County, and for some people, the sight of snow falling means that the winter fun season is about to begin! For many of us living in and around DuPage County, skiing is a big part of that winter fun. Even though we live in the relatively flat Midwest, there are still some great local ski options available to us.
Warrenville Fall Family Fun Fest 2011
Looking for some fall fun for the entire family? Check out the Fall Family Fun Fest in Warrenville tomorrow night, October 28th, from 6PM to 8:30PM at the Warrenville Recreation center. The annual event is sponsored by the Warrenville Park District and features all kinds of fall-themed fun and games! This year’s event includes live […]
A Tour of Lyman Woods in Downers Grove
Lyman Woods occupies the southeast corner of Highland Avenue and 31st Street in Downers Grove. The preserve’s location seems a bit awkward and juxtaposed in contrast to the surrounding tall office buildings, but regardless, Lyman Woods should not be overlooked as a quite, natural respite. I assure you, once you are strolling down one of the wood’s natural, interior trails, the nearby office buildings and major thoroughfares are dwarfed by the scale and majesty of the massive aged oaks.
Cantigny Fall Festival Saturday
This Saturday, October 8th, Cantigny in Wheaton will celebrate autumn with their annual Fall Festival. The event runs from 10AM to 4PM and will feature live music by The Salt Creek Boys in addition to stilt walkers, jugglers, and a live children’s show by the entertainer ScribbleMonster. Other family-friendly fun includes a hayrides, jumping inflatables, face painting, and a petting zoo. Snacks will be available via outdoor vendors.
Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes – Fall Fun!
Now is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful fall weather with friends and family. Is there a better way to that than visiting an area pumpkin patch or corn maze? I don’t think so! Get out there and enjoy this beautiful fall sunshine while it lasts… Here is a list of pumpkin […]
Trout Season Begins October 15th at Blackwell Forest Preserve
Get your rod & reels ready! The Fall trout season starts October 15th at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville.
Cantigny Car Show Sunday
Be sure to check out the 6th annual Cantigny Car Show event this coming Sunday at Cantigny in Wheaton. The show starts at 9AM and is open to the public until 3PM. Enjoy great food, prizes, and entertainment as you drool over awesome vintage cars! There is a $5 parking fee, but admission to the car show is free.
Winfield Good Old Days 2011
Winfield Good Old Days festival begins tomorrow, Thursday, September 8th at 5PM. The family-friendly festival is one of my personal favorites of the DuPage County summer festival season, featuring a carnival, food, fun, and live entertainment.
