Events in North Cook County
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What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Wildlife Connections
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
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Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
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Pumpkinpalooza
Pumpkinpalooza
Pumpkin painting, bowling, ring toss, leaf rubbing, fall-themed obstacle course, and more. Supplies limited. Presented with Jerome Witte, My Town Realty […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Nurtured by Nature
Nurtured by Nature
Join Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita and others for a nature-centered day of wellness focusing on mental, physical, and emotional […]
Nature Detective
Nature Detective
What happened here?! Learn how to look for clues to figure out nature’s mysteries.
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
0 events,
2 events,
Wildlife Connections
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
0 events,
1 event,
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
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2 events,
Phone Photography
Phone Photography
Enjoy a guided walk to observe and photograph seasonal nature. For all levels and phone camera types. Register by 10/9. Ages 13 […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
3 events,
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
0 events,
1 event,
Wildlife Connections
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
0 events,
1 event,
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
1 event,
Teen Exploration Day: Bonfire
Teen Exploration Day: Bonfire
Join us for a spooky night in the woods. Enoy a bonfire with s’mores, listen to scary stories and search […]
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Fall Paddle Festival
Fall Paddle Festival
Embrace the fall season with nature-based activities on and off the water. Participate in a canoe trip, fishing, archery, pumpkin […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
2 events,
Fall Festival
Fall Festival
Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun. Entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, and more! […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
0 events,
1 event,
Wildlife Connections
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
0 events,
2 events,
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Fall Color Excursion
Fall Color Excursion
Explore the North Branch and experience the changing colors of local species. Paved trail.
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2 events,
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
River Trail Nightlife: The Return of Scary Stories
River Trail Nightlife: The Return of Scary Stories
Annual scary storytelling around the campfire and spooky night walk. Register by 10/23. Ages 8 & up.
3 events,
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
0 events,
1 event,
Wildlife Connections
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
0 events,
1 event,
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
0 events,
2 events,
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Stars, Stories, & S’mores
Stars, Stories, & S’mores
At this annual event celebrate an evening in the Preserves and listen to storytelling, take a night hike, make a […]
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Event Locations
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Event Categories
- All Events
- Adaptive
- Animal Encounter
- Archery
- Arts & Crafts
- Astronomy
- Bicycling
- Birding
- Camping
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Education
- Film
- Fishing
- Fitness
- Food & Beverage
- Nature Play
- Gardening
- Hiking & Walking
- History & Culture
- Music
- Paddling
- Photography
- Senior
- Storytelling
- Volunteer
- Wellness in the Woods
- Yoga
Events Guide
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
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The Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.