Kids Spring Break Art Camp - Discovering Clay
2026-03-31 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
Each day of the week will be a different class, take one or all of them! Morning Session will be from 9am until 11am. On Saturday we will put the art made from all of the classes on display in the gallery and hold an opening reception from 3pm-4pm so the public can see what we made all week! Ages 5-12. Monday, March 30 Painting Adventure $25 Tuesday, March 31 Discovering Clay $25 Wednesday, April 1 Sculpture Fun $25 Thursday, April 2 Exploring Collage $25 Friday, April 3 Textile Art Techniques $25. Saturday, April 4, Opening Exhibition Free to the public 3-4PM!

Messy Art
2026-03-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Children’s Museum of Oak Lawn, 5100 Museum Dr., Oak Lawn, IL, 60453, United States
Using non-traditional tools and methods helps little artists practice thinking outside the box. New textures and effects promotes exploration and playfulness in art and helps us break free from the perfectionism that can surround art. Included with admission. Admission $5 – $15.

Kids Spring Break Art Camp - Sculpture Fun
2026-04-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States

Clean Up the Oaks
2026-04-01 10:00 - 2026-04-30 16:00 | Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
This ongoing program will be held from Wednesday, April 1, to Thursday, April 30. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. To celebrate Earth Month, do a little bit to help your mother (Earth)! Hidden Oaks will provide a bucket and picker to help you do your part. Pick up litter around the preserve to contribute to a cleaner environment and earn a prize! Remember: A clean Hidden Oaks is a happy and healthy Hidden Oaks for the squirrels, birds, deer, coyotes and you!

Kids Spring Break Art Camp - Exploring Collage
2026-04-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States

The Landing Pad Re-Opening
2026-04-02 10:00 - 16:00 | The Landing Pad, 110 S. Park St., Suite C, Wilmington, IL, 60481, United States
Mark your calendars! The Landing Pad re-opens on April 2nd, 2026 open Thurs-Mon, 10am-4pm! Start your centennial trip off with a blast, and stop by the Gemini Giant and The Landing Pad. There’s something out-of-this-world for everyone inside!

Easter Egg Cookie Class
2026-04-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Hegeler Carus Mansion, 1307 7th St., LaSalle, 61301, United States
Need a dessert for Easter? Why not make one yourself! Decorate your very own chocolate chip cookie cake inside the Hegeler Carus Mansion. All supplies included! Just bring yourself, an apron, and your creativity! This event is a partnership between the Hegeler Carus Mansion and Blue Eyed Rascal Baking Co. Disclaimer- This event is non-refundable. Cost: $55 per ticket. Note:Limited space (16 seats), registration ends on March 27, 2026.

Kids Spring Break Art Camp - Textile Art Techniques
2026-04-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States

Joey Figgiani Plays The Tasting Room
2026-04-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Star Union Spirits, 300 5th St., Peru, IL, 61354, United States
Joey Figgiani (born 1970) is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist originally from Staten Island, New York, now based in Illinois. Joey mainly performs solo with an acoustic guitar & harmonica. He also plays bass, piano & drums. With a repertoire spanning several hundred cover songs, Joeys performances bridge generations and genres, from classic country and early rock & roll to contemporary rock. His influences include iconic artists such as Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Kris Kristofferson, Neil Diamond, The Beatles, Bread, America, The Eagles, Tom Petty, and Pearl Jam. Since his early teens, Joey has written hundreds of original songs and has released multiple albums, available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, and other streaming platforms. A true independent artist, he has recorded much of his music himself, performing all of the instruments. His 2004 album Under the Memphis Sun was recorded at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis and in Nashville. The project features collaborations with Elvis Presley’s original drummer, D.J. Fontana, and the renowned vocal group The Jordanaires. No cover charge.

The Forge Celebrates Easter
2026-04-04 09:00 - 15:00 | The Forge Adventure Park and Ziplines, 227 Heritage Quarries Drive, Lemont, Illinois, 60439
The Forge has gone a bit Topsy-Turvy and we need clever explorers to help make sense of it all! In this unusual scavenger hunt, participants are given six egg halves and must scout the area to find their perfect matches. Along the way, you’ll encounter the Mad Hatter’s Riddle – solve it for a special surprise! Once your eggs are whole, show them to the Forge Staff to claim your prize. The Mad Hatter will be available on the hour, every hour to guide you through his whimsical course.

Easter Egg Hunt with Princeton Rotary Club
2026-04-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Soldiers & Sailors Park, 14 Park Ave. E, Princeton, 61356, United States
Hop on over to Soldiers and Sailors Park for the Princeton Rotary Club’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026!

Utica Fire Department Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Carey Memorial Park, 315 W. Church St., Utica, IL, 61373, United States
The family-friendly event features egg hunts for various age groups, ranging from toddlers to 6th graders.
Age Groups:
*Toddler*Pre-School*Kindergarten*1st*2nd & 3rd*4th, 5th, & 6th.

Al & Jeannie Brown Matinee Show in the Tasting Room
2026-04-04 14:30 - 17:30 | Star Union Spirits, 300 5th St., Peru, IL, 61354, United States
Al & Jeannie Brown have been making music together for over 30 years. This duo has a wide variety of musical styles, focusing on jazz, but embraces them all. Always a treat before dinner. Doors open at 1:00. No cover charge.

Kids Spring Break Art Camp - Opening Exhibition
2026-04-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States

Teen Rage Room
2026-04-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Stressed out? Overwhelmed? Anger at the world? Let it out in this rage room! Get ready to rage and learn healthy ways to release anger and alleviate stress. (Grades 6-12).

Moon Wreath Workshop
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Rejuvenate – Plants & Wellness, 2212 Plainfield Rd., Crest Hill, IL, 60403, United States
Craft Your Own Lunar-Inspired Decor! Join us for a magical, hands-on experience in our Moon Wreath Workshop, where creativity meets celestial beauty! Cost is $45 per person.

The Perondi's Stunt Dog Experience
2026-04-09 18:30 - 21:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, 60432, United States
Chris Perondi (aka the Stunt Dog Guy TM) and wife Suhey Perondi, along with their famous stunt dogs are out of this world!
The Perondis and their cast of human performers and dogs will delight audiences of all ages. They guarantee high-energy excitement from beginning to end. During this Stunt Dog Experience you will witness some of the most incredible stunts and behaviors ever performed by dogs. The experience has amazing tricks, big air stunts, comedy antics, dancing dogs, athletic feats, and is the most entertaining show of its kind. Admission is $25 per person.

Think & Drink: Maps with Jason King
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Gaylord Building, Lockport, 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, 60441, United States
Maps shape how we see the world, but how often do we stop to think about how they work?
Join us tomorrow evening for our next Think & Drink: MAPS! with Jason King. A former cartographer and now Department Chair of Geography at Moraine Valley Community College, King will take us inside the world of maps, sharing favorite examples and exploring how maps can inform, persuade, and sometimes mislead. It’s a fascinating look at something most of us use all the time, but rarely question.

Living on the Land Field Trip for Homeschool & Remote Learners
2026-04-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, 60446, United States
Explore in detail the American Indians relationship with the land. Students will learn about the seasonal preparations and activities of the Potawatomi people. This is an opportunity for homeschooled or remote learning students to experience Isle a la Caches field trip programs that are normally only offered to school groups. Ages 7-12. Students must be accompanied by a chaperone. Registration required by Tuesday, April 7: 815-722-9301. Admission is free.

A Voyageur's Life Field Trip for Homeschool & Remote Learners
2026-04-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, 60446, United States
What was life like for a French fur trader in the 1700s? How much knowledge did these early explorers need to survive their journey in search of furs? Students learn about the challenges, risks and rewards of being a French fur trader and demonstrate the skills necessary for success. This is an opportunity for homeschooled or remote learning students to experience Isle a la Caches field trip programs that are normally only offered to school groups. Ages 7-12. Students must be accompanied by a chaperone. Registration required by Tuesday, April 7: 815-722-9301.

Ottawa Art League Opening Reception
2026-04-10 18:00 - 20:00 | NCI ARTworks Gallery, 400 5th St., Peru, IL, 61354, United States
The NCI Artworks will host an opening reception for the Ottawa Art League group in the historic Westclox building in Peru.
The work of numerous topnotch local artists will be on exhibit and available for purchase at the NCI ARTworks Gallery beginning Friday, April 10, 2026, and running through the end of May. Ranging from watercolorists and fabric artists to metal, glass, and ceramic sculptors, the work of Ottawa Art League artists from LaSalle, Bureau, and Putnam Counties will be showcased at the gallery and available for purchase until the end of May. Free admission.

Trout Season Celebration
2026-04-11 06:00 - 08:00 | Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
Its spring trout season at Hidden Lakes! To celebrate, we are opening the gates and concessions building for fishing at 6 a.m. Find your perfect spot along the two stocked lakes. Head to the Tackle Box Bait shop for a free hot chocolate, tea or coffee. Plus, top off the morning with a complimentary doughnut to keep you fueled to fish. Need a fishing license and trout stamp? No problem! The Tackle Box sells those too.

Lake Renwick Photography Bird Hike
2026-04-11 08:00 - 10:00 | Lake Renwick Preserve, 23113 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL, 60455, United States
Join other photographers for a special opportunity to view and photograph the herons, egrets, cormorants and even eagles at Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve. This is the beginning of nesting season, with hundreds of nesting birds in the preserve. Explore off-trail habitats and share insights into this exciting hobby with like-minded shutterbugs. A naturalist and a camera buff will lead the group. Ages 10 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Registration required by Thursday, April 9: 815-722-9470.

Recycle Your Bicycle
2026-04-11 08:00 - 2026-04-26 18:00 | Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
This ongoing program runs from Saturday, April 11, through Sunday, April 26. Clean out the garage and make a difference by recycling your bicycle! The Forest Preserve District is collecting for Working Bikes(Opens in a new window), an organization that refurbishes and distributes bikes globally to individuals with disabilities and in developing countries for transportation. No bike is too old or rusty! Bikes can be dropped off at the following Will County preserves: Hidden Oaks Preserve: 8 a.m. to sunset. The bike drop is located on the southwest side of the parking lot on a flat, accessible surface. Isle a la Cache Museum: 8 a.m. to sunset. The bike drop is located in the far west parking lot near the latrine on a flat, accessible surface. McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove: 8 a.m. to sunset. The bike drop is centrally located in the McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove parking lot. Monee Reservoir: 6 a.m. to sunset. The bike drop is centrally located in the Monee Reservoir Visitor Center parking lot. Sugar Creek Preserve: 8 a.m. to sunset. The bike drop is located in the far west parking lot on a flat, accessible surf

Spring Fling - Craft & Vendor Sale & Flea Market
2026-04-11 09:00 - 14:00 | Bureau County Fairgrounds, 811 W. Peru St., Princeton, IL, 61356, United States
Come to Bureau County Spring Fling for beautiful items and flea market deals!!

Wondrous Weather Weekend
2026-04-11 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, 60410, United States
Enjoy an afternoon discovering the wondrous world of weather through hands-on activities and art. Craft your own clouds, construct a rain stick, measure the wind and more in this self-guided program!

Tune Ups & Treats Bike Social
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Prairie Bluff Preserve, 2025 Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, 60403, United States
The weather is warming, and the trails are calling! Come out to Prairie Bluff to get your bike ready for the season and learn about basic maintenance and repair from our partners at REI. Staff from the Orland Park Co-op bike shop and Forest Preserve District of Will County will be at the Prairie Bluff Shelter presenting on bicycle maintenance along with trail recreation and safety in the preserves. Participants can visit the picnic shelter for short presentations, swag, trail maps and safety materials, then hit the trail for some prairie views to kick off the season. All riders must bring their own bicycle and helmet, though riding is not required to participate in the program. Be sure to visit the TaCanijo food truck for a snack or beverage and grab a free churro! Along with their instructional presentations, REI staff will be able to assess your bike for simple adjustments or minor repairs or suggest needed maintenance to get your bike ready for the season. The following presentations are scheduled:
1:30 p.m.: Bike Basics
2 p.m.: Fix-a-Flat
2:30 p.m.: Trailside Maintenance
Have a bike you’re ready to part with? Bring it along to donate to our Recycle Your Bicycle(Opens in a new window) program in partnership with Working Bikes! Donations will be accepted at the trailer in the preserve parking lot for the duration of the event.

Spring Wine Walk
2026-04-11 16:30 - 22:00 | Downtown Wilmington, N. Water St., Wilmington, IL, 60481, United States
Grab your friends, dress as your favorite ’70s sitcom icon, and wine walk your way through Downtown Wilmington.
Wine tastings, free bites at stops. Raffles and sales. Big hair, bold prints, and bell-bottoms encouraged!
Tickets On Sale at Blue Horse Wine & Martini Bar or The Wine Cafe. You can stop in or call either location to purchase tickets. $35 for 15 stops. $25 Designated driver tickets.

Booze & Bunnies
2026-04-11 17:00 - 22:00 | Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm, 17250 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, 60403, United States
Prepare yourself for an evening of non-stop entertainment as you engage in thrilling contests, win incredible prizes, and dance the night away on the lively dance floor. The Booze and Bunnies Event boasts a cash bar, mouth-watering food options, and a variety of engaging activities to keep you and your friends entertained from start to finish.
As the event is exclusively for those aged 21 and over, ensure you have your ID ready to embark on this unforgettable adventure. Don’t miss the chance to capture the perfect snapshot with the Easter Bunny or frolic amongst farm animals. Experience the thrill of sliding down a giant mountain slide and show off your dance moves on our hopping dance floor.
General Admission: $20
VIP Ticket: $50
