Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some great family-friendly options taking place in the western suburbs.
Cantigny Park – Wheaton
From Cantigny’s site: “Celebrate the season with Spring Fest at Cantigny! Enjoy the park with a visit to our beautiful gardens. Stop by McCormick House as we host our first-ever marketplace inside the historic home. This market features talented artisans showcasing their creations — a curated shopping experience with local vendors offering jewelry, pottery, art, and more! A craft coffee and pastry bar will be set up on the South Porch to enhance your visit”
Featuring a bulb sale, Live music in the beer garden, gnome scavenger hunt, lawn games and plant crafts.
Cost: $12 per person (free for kids 15 and under)
More information available here: https://cantigny.org/event/cantigny-spring-fest/
Aurora Outlets Spring Carnival – Aurora
Put on by Windy City Amusements.
Festival Hours
Friday: 5-9pm
Saturday: 12-9pm
Sunday: 12-8pm
Specials, Tickets & Promotions
Unlimited Ride Specials
Friday from 5-8:30pm: $35
Saturday from 12-4pm: $30
Saturday from 5-8:30pm: $35
Sunday from 12-4pm: $30
Individual Ride Tickets
Individual ride tickets may be purchased at the ticket box. Rides take multiple tickets depending on the ride.
Individual Tickets: $1 each
20 Tickets: $20
44 tickets: $40
More information available here: https://www.windycityamusements.com/event-details.asp?eventID=114
West Chicago Blooming Fest – West Chicago (9am-3pm Sat May 18)
From their website:
“Blooming Fest is DuPage County’s official welcoming committee of spring that is held in West Chicago’s downtown. Gardening enthusiasts, craft lovers, and everyone else, are welcome to explore the event that features one of the region’s largest plant sales, live music, a variety of craft and food vendors, and enjoyable family-friendly activities.”
Cost: Free for attendance. Vendor costs vary.
More information available here: https://westchicago.org/blooming-fest/
Bike Rodeo – Warrenville
From their Facebook page:
• Giveaways: bike bells, t-shirts, and more!
• Free bike safety inspection & repairs courtesy of Recycled Cycling
When: Saturday, May 18, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Where: 28W701 Stafford Place (Parking Lot)
· Get a bike safety check with Warrenville’s Recycled Cycling Bike Shop.
· Put your navigation skills to the test on our rodeo course.
· Register your bike with Warrenville Police Department and get fitted for a bike helmet.
· Discover bike literature with Warrenville Public Library.
· And more!
Cost: Free!
Register here
Touch a Truck Event – Batavia Park District (Eastside Center)
From their Facebook Event: “Bring your children to discover a variety of local vehicles up close. At past events, the Batavia Park District’s trolley, a fire truck, police car, bus, tow truck, tractors and more have made appearances! Come explore! Registration is not necessary, but parent supervision is required.
10-10:45 a.m., will be a sensory friendly event so please no honking
Location: Eastside Community Center parking lot”
Cost: Free!
More info here
Pop Up Candle Bar – Downtown Wheaton
Join Sprinkles Candles during their pop up event at Babe Bodega on Saturday, May 18th
From their Facebook page:
“Includes:
• 8oz candle jar in a few colors
• Choose your wick
• Choose your scent
• Add your toppings
• Name your Candle
I will put all of this together to create your custom candle and bag your creation so it’s ready to go with you!
Allow approx. 15-20 minutes to cool.
Perfect to do on your way to or from the French Market!”
More info here
Have a great weekend everybody!!!
