Events

As the sun sets, you'll head west out of Ottawa under the railroad bridge and travel to Buffalo Rock. The breathtaking rock faces that edge the river will offer the perfect backdrop as you wind down your day. Guests will enjoy our cocktail buffet featuring heavy appetizers

Independence Day may be over, but Mother Nature is bringing her own bright explosions to a preserve near you — fireflies! Become immersed in nature at night and experience the bright magic of these beautiful beetles. Discover the science behind these staples of summer and craft a

The City of Morris and your Morris Area Public Library offer free, family-friendly film screenings at Goold Park for all community members. Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for a more comfortable experience. Concessions will be available, but you may also bring your own

Rare and mysterious. Exceptionally unique. Wonders of the world. Are these distant lands or fairytales? No, these describe several preserves right here in Will County! On these naturalist-led hikes, discover the plants, animals and land formations that make up some of our most protected sites. Meet the

Fish aren't just for fishing! Discover the world beneath the water at Four Rivers and meet the wide variety of fish found just beyond the banks. Take a closer look at their scales and bones indoors and then hike to their various habitats in hopes of spotting

Gyotaku is the Japanese art of fishing printing. Learn about this awesome art form and then make your own. No fish will be harmed as we will use replicas to create our art. Fee: Free! Age: Ages 12 or older. (Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied

Anglers, you're not dreaming. We are keeping the gates open until dark for nighttime fishing at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm. Fish often become more active at night when the water cools and only the moon lights the sky. Let the kids stay up late and bring the

Independence Day may be over, but Mother Nature is bringing her own bright explosions to a preserve near you — fireflies! Become immersed in nature at night and experience the bright magic of these beautiful beetles. Discover the science behind these staples of summer and craft a

Come enjoy a night out in the park with Lockport Township Park District and Romeoville Recreation Dept. There will be music, inflatables, face painting and much more for all to enjoy!  

H2O, let's go! Make every drop count on Water Conservation Day at the ballpark. Join us as we raise awareness and honor the importance of water conservation with a night filled with fun, education, and baseball!  

Join us as Shark Week takes a bite out of the ballpark! Join us for Shark Night, a jaw-dropping experience filled with thrills, chills, and plenty of baseball action!  

Camp Aramoni is the place to be on Wednesday nights! At Wednesday Night Live, you can enjoy our fast casual menu of appetizers, salads, pizzas, handhelds and desserts, all paired with live music and drinks from 5 to 8 PM. Our live music schedule features all the

Learn to stamp and form 2 custom copper cuff bracelets. You can choose from a variety of fonts to stamp words or choose from design stamps to make them completely unique. All materials provided 8 seats available Preregistration required BYOB for guests 21+ All sales final

Farm Tractors - Kids' Night Light up your engines! The fastest and coolest cars are making their way to Lemont Downtown for our legendary cruise night car shows and block party. Wander the streets of historic Lemont Downtown viewing cars that take you back in time and

Experience something new and fun when you're a passenger aboard the Sainte Genevieve Riverboat as it passes through the Starved Rock Lock on the Illinois Waterway. Lunch in the Main Dining Room of historic Starved Rock Lodge and transportation are included. From Starved Rock to Ottawa: 11:00am

Dive into the vibrant world of Gelli plate printing in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike, this class will guide you through the basics and beyond of monoprinting using Gelli plates. You'll learn how to create stunning, one-of-a-kind prints using a variety of

Light on the narration, heavy on the ambience and views, our guests will enjoy the beautiful sights of the Illinois River Valley and learn a thing or two along the way.  

Who ya gonna call? Come down to the ballpark as the Slammers, with appearances by the Windy City Ghostbusters, Slimer, and maybe even a certain team owner...take on the Gateway Grizzlies on this Thirsty Thursday night.    

Free concert series! Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street.  Bring your blankets & chairs for free open seating.  Seating opens at 6:00 p.m., music begins at 7:00 p.m.  Food and drink will be available on site.  

Come out to enjoy nature's fireworks — those blinking, twinkling fireflies! As the sun sets, learn what makes fireflies so special. Surprise — it's more than just their glow! Create some glow of your own before heading out for a hike to get up close to the

Enjoy a morning paddle with certified instructors at the confluence of the DuPage and Des Plaines rivers. Along the way, interpretive naturalists will highlight some of the wonderful things nature has to offer. Fee: $20 per person. Age: Ages 18 or older. Registration required by Tuesday, July

We are taking Wild Child on the road this season, visiting different preserves around Will County. Answer the call of your wild child by getting your toddler outside with this monthly nature-themed program. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities, such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more!

Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout