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  • a trail covered in snow and lined with candles at night at trees and ground covered with snow at River Trail Nature Center

    Winter Solstice Night of Lights

    Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

    Celebrate the shortest night of the year! Enjoy a bonfire and self-guided walk along our candlelit paths.

    Free • Registration Required

  • Winter Solstice Day

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    Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

    Celebrate the winter solstice by participating in fun activities, both inside and out, including an outdoor bonfire. Drop in. Schedule: Paper Snowflake Making Workshop: 10 […]

    Free
  • A large bonfire.

    Solstice Celebration

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    Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473

    Celebrate the shortest day of the year with seasonal crafts and guided walks. Warm up by the bonfire with refreshments.

    Free
  • five volunteers standing near a fire at Eggers Grove

    Restoration Day and Solstice Bonfire

    Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305

    Help us remove invasive species, followed by a brush-pile bonfire and snacks. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.

    Free • Registration Required
  • waterfowl taking off from Salt Creek in winter

    Winter Wildlife Walk

    River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

    Celebrate the shortest day of the year and learn about wildlife on a guided walk.

    Free
  • A large bonfire.

    Winter Solstice Celebration

    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Connect with nature on the longest night of the year! Celebrate the Winter Solstice with a cracklin’ bonfire and enjoy complimentary s'mores and hot cocoa. […]

    Free • Registration Required