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Adult Night Hike

BYOB (no glass) and enjoy the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. Ages 21 & up. 1.5 miles.

Fall Artisan Series: Flower Press

Get crafty on select Wednesday evenings. Ages 18 & up.

2026 Fee Free Days

Enjoy the park with free entry on select fee-free days throughout the year. It is a great chance to plan a visit, explore the outdoors, and...

Constitution Day in the Everglades

Celebrate Constitution Day at Flamingo Adventures with a special offer in Everglades National Park. On September 17, guests can use promo c...

Baby Buds

Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come, first served.

Walk & Talk: Oak Forest Heritage Preserve

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a...

Park Open

Nature Arts for Health

Experience nature, art and wellness in this fun, interactive class using rocks to create art. Led by University of Illinois Extension.

Nature Thursdays 'What is climate change?' Drop-In

Connect to nature through fun themed activities for all ages. Led by University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists.

Fall Open Climb

Scale the indoor climbing wall! Participants must be over 40lbs. Adult supervision and waivers required. Accessible climbing equipment avail...

Opening Reception - Caught in the Eye: Remembering the 1926 Hurricane

Be the first to experience Caught in the Eye: Remembering the 1926 Hurricane, exactly 100 years after a powerful hurricane tore through the...

Be a Better Birder: Get Ready for Urban Birding Festival

Learn about the Urban Birding Festival and how to prepare, what to bring, where to go!

Members-Only VIP Preview Hour: Caught in the Eye

Step into Miami's history before the doors open to the public. Join fellow members for an exclusive, members-only preview of Caught in the E...

Friday Special: 50 Cent Wings

Visit In The Game for $0.50 Wings every Friday!! Try our famous Jumbo Wings at a special Friday yay-day rate! 50₵ per wing, now that's a gre...

Park Open

Fridays in the Field

University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings ar...

History of the Lagoons Paddle

Explore the Skokie Lagoons by water. Equipment provided. Presented with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.

Palos Night Sky Picnic

Join us for the 3rd Annual Palos Night Sky Picnic! Explore the Palos Preserves at night, nestled within the largest Urban Night Sky Place....