The Grove Folk Fest

Costumed interpreters relive local history while visitors celebrate autumn with folk music, square dancing, hayrides and more. Dine on hearty food in the outdoor dining hall or enjoy a nature walk along the trails. Gift and craft items are available for purchase.

• Live folk music
• Square dancing
• Dessert tent
• Hearty outdoor dining
• Historic interpretations
• Hayrides
• Nature walks
• Gift & craft items for sale

Tickets purchased onsite the day of the event will be increased to $7/adult, $2/child.

23rd Annual Salute to Veterans

The East Wing and The American Legion Post 166 Glenview present a “Salute to Veterans”. Join us for cake and coffee to honor our veterans. The ceremony’s emcee is Kirk W. Reasoner, retired Commander/Senior Master Sergeant U.S. Air Force and the keynote speaker is Herb Caplan, U.S. Army, Specialist 5 Sergeant. Music will be played by the Attea Middle School band and chorus. The event is sponsored by Greg Goodsitt, Edward Jones and Arbor Terrace of Glenview.

Note: Doors open at 9:15 a.m. and music begins at 9:45 a.m.

Boating on Lake Glenview - Season Open

Recreational boating is a wonderful way to exercise, enjoy nature, relax and spend time with friends and family. The Glenview Park District is excited to provide opportunities for non-motorized boating on Lake Glenview. The boating season runs May 1-Oct 1.

Neighbors Meeting

Join as for a Neighbors Meeting at the Glenview Park Golf Club Clubhouse to see initial design plans for the new Turf Care Center to support maintenance at GPGC. The existing maintenance facility is located at the northwest corner of the Golf Club. The Park District is proposing to rebuild the new Turf Care Center in the same location. We invite you to attend one of two meetings to hear more about the project plans and provide feedback. More info.

The second meeting date is scheduled for Monday, June 3, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Fall Sales on the Farm - Pumpkins

Open every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

If you love to see beautiful fall colors on your porch or in your garden during the fall, be sure to make a stop at Historic Wagner Farm! Dress up your home and yard with colorful, hardy mums! Pick up the perfect pumpkin and find cornstalks, ornamental corn and gift shop merchandise in the sales shed.

Wagon rides are offered Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-12 pm through October 26. Tickets are sold on site for $4/person. Children under 2 free of charge. Note: Rides are subject to cancellation. Call 847-657-1506 to check the status prior to your visit.

All sales benefit Historic Wagner Farm programs and operations.

Winter Breakaway

Skate your winter break away!

Stop by the Glenview Community Ice Center to enjoy frosty festivities for the entire family. Watch the Holiday Figure Skating Exhibition, take a spin on our ice bumper cars, drop in for open hockey and public skating sessions, and more!

Some activities require advance registration. Click here to view the full schedule of events and to register. https://glenviewparks.org/event/winter-breakaway/

Fall Restoration Work Days at The Grove

THE EVENT ON DECEMBER 1 HAS BEEN CANCELED. Make a positive change by assisting in restoration efforts by such as removing non-native plants or collection seed. Please bring work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Registration is not necessary, but RSVPs are appreciated! Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability.

For ages 8+ Yrs

Everything Illinois Birthday Celebration

Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages.

Happy 206th birthday to the State of Illinois! Stop by anytime between 10 am and 4 pm to learn about our state’s various symbols, animals, landmarks and history. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

4 Nations Cup 3v3 Hockey Tournament

Dynamites and mites: Join us for a fun “4 Nations Cup” 3v3 tournament on Saturday and Sunday, November 30- December 1, from 12-2 p.m. Contact Sylvain Turcotte at sylvain.turcotte@glenviewparks.org for registration information.

Winterfest 2025

Celebrate all things winter at Winterfest at the Glenview Community Ice Center. Watch triple-header hockey games between Glenbrook South Titan Hockey Club and Loyola Academy Hockey Club and see the Glenview Stars Hockey Association take on the Honeybaked Hockey Club. Enjoy a figure skating exhibition. Check out the Ice Center’s Ice Bumper Cars and participate in afternoon family public sessions or an evening glow stick public session. Enjoy food and drink at North Branch, and much more!  All proceeds benefit the Glenview Park Foundation.

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Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Family Menorah Making Workshop

Join us for our Family Menorah Making Workshop. Whether you are drawn to traditional or modern designs this workshop explores it all! Learn how to make a menorah and holiday décor with us. Each family sculpts and decorates at least one menorah and any holiday decorations they like! Your instructor will fire and glaze your creations and contact you the following week to pick them up. Price is per family. All ages welcome.

Indigenous Storytelling with Native American Indian Story Keeper Wamblee Loux

Join The Grove for an unforgettable experience that celebrates the wisdom, culture, and powerful oral traditions of Native American heritage as told by gifted storyteller Wamblee Loux.

Families and individuals are invited to stop by throughout the day to hear oral histories that have been preserved and passed down through generations. A brief pipe ceremony – a sacred ritual that connects the physical and spiritual worlds – will be held at noon.

Dress for the weather as this program will take place outside. You may bring seat cushions and/or portable chairs for your comfort. Please be respectful when arriving and departing. Sponsored by the Grove Heritage Association. Registration is not required.

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Public Input Meeting: Panning for Indian Ridge Park

The Glenview Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals defined in our Comprehensive Master Plan to maintain the high quality of park and recreation services for our community.

Parks master plans are essential to provide a road map for the Park District on future improvements to the parks. We would like your input on determining a plan to maintain and improve our parks!

Several parks have been identified for planning including Indian Ridge, Swenson, and Willow Parks. All three parks will be planned concurrently including staff design collaboration meetings, community input sessions, and Park Board review. The timeline and funding for these parks has not been determined yet and the Park District is just seeking input for the preliminary planning.

You can also provide input by completing our online survey.

Public Input Meeting: Planning for Swenson Park

The Glenview Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals defined in our Comprehensive Master Plan to maintain the high quality of park and recreation services for our community.

Parks master plans are essential to provide a road map for the Park District on future improvements to the parks. We would like your input on determining a plan to maintain and improve our parks!

Several parks have been identified for planning including Indian Ridge, Swenson, and Willow Parks. All three parks will be planned concurrently including staff design collaboration meetings, community input sessions, and Park Board review. The timeline and funding for these parks has not been determined yet and the Park District is just seeking input for the preliminary planning.

You can also provide input by completing our online survey.

Get Out and Go Treasure Hunt

Get the family out and go on a nature-inspired outdoor treasure hunt! Search for hidden clues while exploring the natural areas of Gallery Park and Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie. Walk or ride bicycles and earn points for answering questions about discoveries along the way. Pick up your treasure map at Park Center. No advance registration is necessary.

America Recycles Day

Recycling is important! Learn how to increase your recycling habits at home and work. Enjoy family activities and crafts. Learn about recycling and participate in family fun at this free, all-ages event.

Pumpkin Smash and Bash 

Bring your carved Halloween pumpkin to Flick Park and have fun smashing your pumpkin and turning it into compost that will help nourish plants in the spring.  We’ll even have fun rolling pumpkins down the sled hill!  Note: Remove any candles and glow sticks beforehand. Non-carved pumpkins will not be accepted. FREE Admission! The event is weather permitting and may be subject to cancellation.

Spring Ice Show 2025 – "Glide into the Wild"

Glide Into the Wild May 2-4!
The annual Glenview Community Ice Center ice show will take you deep into the heart of the rainforest, where tigers leap, parrots soar, and monkeys swing from vine to vine. With dazzling costumes, lights, music and imaginative scenery, this is an unforgettable jungle adventure on the ice that you won’t want to miss!

General at the door: $10

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove

Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Mother's Day Mug Workshop (ages 5-7)

Make a functional mug for whoever you’re celebrating! All mugs will be available for pick up by May 10, just in time for Mother’s Day. All mugs will be food safe and dishwasher and microwave safe.

Deadline to Register: Bags League at Grandpa’s Place  

Tuesday Nights • June 11-July 30 • 6:30 p.m.

LEAGUE IS FULL

Grab your partner and play bags this summer at Grandpa’s Place on the back lawn. Enjoy a cold drink and a juicy burger while playing and have lots of fun! There will be a postseason tournament at the end of the regular season. Prize for tournament winner.

Players must be 21 years and older. Glenview resident team fee is $100 and non-resident fee is $125. One sub is included in the fee. Spots are filling up fast! Deadline to register is June 3.

Independence Day Celebration

Join us for fun activities and games, DJ music and concession specials!

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Parent/Child Golf Tournament

Note: Tournament is SOLD OUT!

Enjoy a beautiful day playing golf together to win prizes! The tournament is for children ages 5-13 with an adult. Shotgun start at 8:30 am. Registration ends July 29.

Barbara's Butterfly Dance

At first the butterflies appear random in their fluttering around each other, and then, suddenly synchronized, they circle and spin together performing a dance. Learn all about butterflies, go through your own metamorphosis, and learn a butterfly dance as we celebrate and honor The Grove’s very dear friend, Barbara.

For ages 4-9 + adult guardian

NEW! BOO-tique Costume Exchange

Join us for a spooky fun Halloween Costume Swap!

Sa, October 5 • 10 a.m.-12 p.m. • Park Center Mini Gym

Costumer Drop Off Dates • Park Center Lobby
Th, October 3 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m.
F, October 4 • 12-3 p.m.

Bring your gently used costumes and exchange them for a new-to-you outfit perfect for trick-or-treating! Whether you have children’s costumes, adult costumes, or accessories, everyone is welcome to participate.

Drop off costumes and accessories on October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m. or October 4, 12-3 p.m. at the drop-off table in Park Center’s lobby. Costumes must be clean and in good condition before dropping them off.

For every costume dropped off, you will receive a shop token to use on the day of the swap—one token per costume donated! Not interested in swapping? All accessories will be priced at $1 and costumes at $10 for cash-only purchase.

On Saturday, enjoy music, children’s activities, and the chance to find the perfect Halloween ensemble. It’s an enjoyable and eco-friendly way to refresh your Halloween wardrobe. See you there!

NEW! BOO-tique Costume Exchange

Join us for a spooky fun Halloween Costume Swap!

Sa, October 5 • 10 a.m.-12 p.m. • Park Center Mini Gym

Costumer Drop Off Dates • Park Center Lobby
Th, October 3 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m.
F, October 4 • 12-3 p.m.

Bring your gently used costumes and exchange them for a new-to-you outfit perfect for trick-or-treating! Whether you have children’s costumes, adult costumes, or accessories, everyone is welcome to participate.

Drop off costumes and accessories on October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m. or October 4, 12-3 p.m. at the drop-off table in Park Center’s lobby. Costumes must be clean and in good condition before dropping them off.

For every costume dropped off, you will receive a shop token to use on the day of the swap—one token per costume donated! Not interested in swapping? All accessories will be priced at $1 and costumes at $10 for cash-only purchase.

On Saturday, enjoy music, children’s activities, and the chance to find the perfect Halloween ensemble. It’s an enjoyable and eco-friendly way to refresh your Halloween wardrobe. See you there!

Fall Restoration Work Days at The Grove

THE EVENT ON DECEMBER 1 HAS BEEN CANCELED. Make a positive change by assisting in restoration efforts by such as removing non-native plants or collection seed. Please bring work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Registration is not necessary, but RSVPs are appreciated! Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability.

For ages 8+ Yrs

Glenview Concert Band 40th Anniversary Tribute Concert

Join us to celebrate the Glenview Concert Band’s 40th anniversary with a special concert “A Trip Down Memory Lane”. The band will play favorites from their first 40 seasons. Admission is free.

Homeschool Week

March 3-7, experience a week of immersive historical and environmental programs designed just for homeschool students in grades K-8. Through hands-on learning, students will explore nature, history, and science while connecting with peers in a fun, educational environment.

Advance registration opens January 21 at 9 a.m.

Spring Blooms-DIY Flower Frames

Celebrate the season of renewal by creating your own flower-themed picture frame! Drop in anytime to craft a colorful frame, perfect for displaying your favorite spring memories.

Spring Ice Show 2025 – "Glide into the Wild"

Glide Into the Wild May 2-4!
The annual Glenview Community Ice Center ice show will take you deep into the heart of the rainforest, where tigers leap, parrots soar, and monkeys swing from vine to vine. With dazzling costumes, lights, music and imaginative scenery, this is an unforgettable jungle adventure on the ice that you won’t want to miss!

General at the door: $10

National Bison Day

Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!

Touch some real bison fur and horns and learn the difference between bison and buffalo.

America Recycles Day

Recycling is important. Learn how to increase your recycling habits at home and work. Enjoy family activities and crafts. Learn about recycling and participate in family fun at this all-ages event.

Accepting gently used donations on behalf of Illinois AmVets; click here for a list of accepted items.

A Night at The Wagner Speakeasy

Go back in time to the Roaring 20s for a lively evening of music, dancing and entertainment at the Friends Wagner Farm annual fundraising event. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Period costumes encouraged! Great raffle and silent auction prizes too!

The Friends of Wagner Farm organization provides stewardship and fundraising support to Historic Wagner Farm to expand programming, create educational experiences and enhance the farm property.

Public Input Meeting: Planning for Willow Park

The Glenview Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals defined in our Comprehensive Master Plan to maintain the high quality of park and recreation services for our community.

Parks master plans are essential to provide a road map for the Park District on future improvements to the parks. We would like your input on determining a plan to maintain and improve our parks!

Several parks have been identified for planning including Indian Ridge, Swenson, and Willow Parks. All three parks will be planned concurrently including staff design collaboration meetings, community input sessions, and Park Board review. The timeline and funding for these parks has not been determined yet and the Park District is just seeking input for the preliminary planning.

You can also provide input by completing our online survey.

Cicada Celebration & Exhibit Opening

Celebrate the arrival of the Brood XIII Periodical Cicada! Explore the phenomenal lifecycle of the 17-year Cicada with a full day of educational fun for the entire family!

Science programs • Family Activities • Crafts • Exhibits & Artwork • Nature Walks • Giveaways

Other activities: Guess the number of cicada shells in a jar and win exciting prizes. Insert your face in our cut-outs and imagine you are a giant cicada. Stop by The Grove Store for souvenirs.

CATCH THE BUZZ!

Mother's Day Mug Workshop (ages 8-12)

Make a functional mug for whoever you’re celebrating! All mugs will be available for pick up by May 10, just in time for Mother’s Day. All mugs will be food safe and dishwasher and microwave safe.

Glenview 4th of July

Join us for the best celebration on the North Shore! Our bike parade begins at Jackman Park at 11:20 a.m., followed by the full parade at 11:30 a.m. which steps off at the corner of Harlem and Glenview Road. Join us at Gallery Park at 6 p.m. for a DJ dance party, food vendors, live music and a fireworks finale to cap the evening.

NEW! BOO-tique Costume Exchange

Join us for a spooky fun Halloween Costume Swap!

Sa, October 5 • 10 a.m.-12 p.m. • Park Center Mini Gym

Costumer Drop Off Dates • Park Center Lobby
Th, October 3 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m.
F, October 4 • 12-3 p.m.

Bring your gently used costumes and exchange them for a new-to-you outfit perfect for trick-or-treating! Whether you have children’s costumes, adult costumes, or accessories, everyone is welcome to participate.

Drop off costumes and accessories on October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m. or October 4, 12-3 p.m. at the drop-off table in Park Center’s lobby. Costumes must be clean and in good condition before dropping them off.

For every costume dropped off, you will receive a shop token to use on the day of the swap—one token per costume donated! Not interested in swapping? All accessories will be priced at $1 and costumes at $10 for cash-only purchase.

On Saturday, enjoy music, children’s activities, and the chance to find the perfect Halloween ensemble. It’s an enjoyable and eco-friendly way to refresh your Halloween wardrobe. See you there!

Homeschool Week

March 3-7, experience a week of immersive historical and environmental programs designed just for homeschool students in grades K-8. Through hands-on learning, students will explore nature, history, and science while connecting with peers in a fun, educational environment.

Advance registration opens January 21 at 9 a.m.

Wine with Nancy Kerrigan

Enjoy a special evening of conversation with Nancy Kerrigan, hosted in the Lakeview Room at Park Center. Your ticket includes two drink tickets, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a raffle ticket. Food and drink provided by Forza Meats.

Guests must be 21 or older.

The deadline to register for this event is March 30.

Spring Blooms-DIY Flower Frames

Celebrate the season of renewal by creating your own flower-themed picture frame! Drop in anytime to craft a colorful frame, perfect for displaying your favorite spring memories.

Spring Ice Show 2025 – "Glide into the Wild"

Glide Into the Wild May 2-4!
The annual Glenview Community Ice Center ice show will take you deep into the heart of the rainforest, where tigers leap, parrots soar, and monkeys swing from vine to vine. With dazzling costumes, lights, music and imaginative scenery, this is an unforgettable jungle adventure on the ice that you won’t want to miss!

General at the door: $10

Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - The Glenview Concert Band

Join us for free, family-friendly live entertainment on Wednesday nights, June 5-August 7. Our summer evening concert series showcases the best the Chicago music scene has to offer with fantastic cover bands and original artists. Bring your picnic dinner, folding chairs and lawn blankets, and enjoy these shows guaranteed to please all ages.

Glenview Concert Band: Contemporary favorites, marches, light classics and fun show tunes.

Cigars, Bourbon & Fall Barbeque Dinner at Coarse Italian

Enjoy the ambiance of our gazebo, perfect for an evening shared with friends and fellow cigar enthusiasts. We’ll be handing out cigars, specialty bourbon and provide a Fall barbeque for the NFL opener.

Call 847-657-3200 to reserve your spot!

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

NEW! BOO-tique Costume Exchange

Join us for a spooky fun Halloween Costume Swap!

Sa, October 5 • 10 a.m.-12 p.m. • Park Center Mini Gym

Costumer Drop Off Dates • Park Center Lobby
Th, October 3 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m.
F, October 4 • 12-3 p.m.

Bring your gently used costumes and exchange them for a new-to-you outfit perfect for trick-or-treating! Whether you have children’s costumes, adult costumes, or accessories, everyone is welcome to participate.

Drop off costumes and accessories on October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m. or October 4, 12-3 p.m. at the drop-off table in Park Center’s lobby. Costumes must be clean and in good condition before dropping them off.

For every costume dropped off, you will receive a shop token to use on the day of the swap—one token per costume donated! Not interested in swapping? All accessories will be priced at $1 and costumes at $10 for cash-only purchase.

On Saturday, enjoy music, children’s activities, and the chance to find the perfect Halloween ensemble. It’s an enjoyable and eco-friendly way to refresh your Halloween wardrobe. See you there!

Homeschool Week

March 3-7, experience a week of immersive historical and environmental programs designed just for homeschool students in grades K-8. Through hands-on learning, students will explore nature, history, and science while connecting with peers in a fun, educational environment.

Advance registration opens January 21 at 9 a.m.

On Ice with Nancy Kerrigan-Figure Skating Workshop

Figure skaters have the exciting opportunity to learn from one of the best! Nancy will share her expert insights, techniques, and personal experiences to help you elevate your skills on the ice. This hands-on workshop is open to ages 7 to adult, and all levels, Basic 1-Senior.

The deadline to register for this workshop is March 30.

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

Earth Day Celebration

Join us for a day of family-friendly fun and environmental education! Explore ways to make a positive impact on our planet.

• Make recyclable newspaper seed pots and other crafts.
• Tour the Tyner Center and explore Fuller Air Station Prairie on a guided trail walk.
• Play in our augmented reality sandbox to see how topography shapes the environment.
• Bring your old fluorescent light bulbs and watch as they are quickly and safely recycled by our Bulb Eater lamp crushing system (10 am-1 pm).

Call 847-299-6096 for more information.

Prisoners Family Wine Dinner at Coarse Italian

Join us for a beautiful evening on the Gazebo learning about the history and culture of the decadent Prisoner Wine family. Enjoy a select 5-course dinner that is meticulously paired with wine.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

National Night Out

Join us for a free night of fun hosted by the Glenview Park District, Village of Glenview and Glenview Police Department! Meet your neighbors, community leaders and public safety officials. You can get up close and touch a truck, ride around the bicycle town (bring your bike and helmet) and play fun games. There will also be food trucks, music and much more!

At the end of the event, kids can take part in a short community walk, complete with glow bracelets and bubbles!

It is free to attend and everyone is welcome. We can’t wait to see you there!

Movie in the Park: Wonka

Grab your coziest blankets or chairs, a picnic basket full of your favorite snacks and join us for a movie night under the stars at Jackman Park. Wonka (2023) is about young chocolatier, Willy Wonka, who is armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams. He manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time!

This free movie is presented by the Glenview Public Library and the Glenview Park District. In case of rain, the movie will become a ticketed event inside the Glenview Library’s Community Room. All ages are welcome!

Folk Fest

Local history comes to life at The Grove.

Costumed interpreters relive local history while visitors celebrate autumn with folk music, square dancing, hayrides and more. Dine on hearty food in the outdoor dining hall or enjoy a nature walk along the trails. Shop unique items from local vendors and artisans.

Activities with $ require additional purchase on site.

• Live folk music

• Square dancing with the Glenview Squares

• Dessert tent -$

• Hearty outdoor dining -$

• Tours of the historic Kennicott House and Redfield Estate

• Hayrides -$

• Nature walks

• Shop unique items from local vendors and artisans.

Purchase tickets online for an admission time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 1-3 p.m., 3-5 p.m.

Online ticket price: $5 per adult; $1 for each child, 12 years and younger
Day of event ticket price, at the door: $7 per adult; $2 for each child, 12 years and younger

Homeschool Week

March 3-7, experience a week of immersive historical and environmental programs designed just for homeschool students in grades K-8. Through hands-on learning, students will explore nature, history, and science while connecting with peers in a fun, educational environment.

Advance registration opens January 21 at 9 a.m.

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Oaktober Tree Trot

Join us for a trail walk that will focus on the trees of The Grove and learn about some of the trees that are native to Illinois from the Village of Glenview’s Robyn Flakne. No registration required. Meet in front of the Interpretive Center.

Cicadas & the Brood XIII Emergence with Dr. Cicada

Cicadas are here! Discover what all the buzz is about from Dr. Cicada himself! University of Connecticut-Hartford entomologist John Cooley, Ph.D. will be visiting The Grove Program Barn and presenting an engaging, educational, hands-on cicada adaptive program for all. Brood XIII’s exact emergence dates are unclear so stay in the know! Registration is required and seating is limited.

Hops & Hike: Cicada Broods & Brew

Join us at the Archives Building at The Grove for an night of exploration, libation and natural wonder at Hops & Hike: Broods and Brew. Discover the fascinating world of Brood XIII periodical cicadas – a spectacle that occurs only once every 17 years. Enjoy craft beer tasting and camaraderie around the campfire as we are serenaded by the mating call of nature’s Romeo! Then it’s time to hit the trails on a guided evening hike. For ages 21+, registration required.

Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Kaleidoscope Eyes

Join us for free, family-friendly live entertainment on Wednesday nights, June 5-August 7. Our summer evening concert series showcases the best the Chicago music scene has to offer with fantastic cover bands and original artists. Bring your picnic dinner, folding chairs and lawn blankets, and enjoy these shows guaranteed to please all ages.

Kaleidoscope Eyes is Chicago’s premiere acoustic Beatles tribute band. We pay homage to the band that’s the official soundtrack of generations of families. Come see and hear why audiences across Chicagoland are raving about this captivating, crowd-engaging band!

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Tomato Fest

Celebrate America’s favorite garden plant at Historic Wagner Farm’s Tomato Fest. Learn all about this delicious vegetable (or is it a fruit?), see how it grows, taste different varieties and tomato-based recipes, play games, and so much more! Entry to Tomato Fest is free and tickets for activities and tastings can be purchased onsite.

Tickets for activities will be sold in $1 increments. Ticket-based activities range between 1-15 tickets. Most activities will be ongoing throughout the event. Free activities include a photo booth, a scavenger hunt, demonstrations, a community-based art project and tomato-themed games. Ticket-based tastings include grilled cheese with tomato soup, less traditional tomato-based recipes and a special Bloody Mary bar (alcohol optional).

New at this year’s Tomato Fest, enjoy music throughout the day by students at School of Rock. Our spaghetti eating contest starts at 12:30 pm. Sign up onsite by 12:15 pm and twirl, slurp, and savor your way to victory!

Free parking is available in the lot across from the Wagner Farm House or in the Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church lot at Lake Ave. and Wagner Rd.

Tomato Fest

Celebrate America’s favorite garden plant at Historic Wagner Farm’s Tomato Fest. Learn all about this delicious vegetable (or is it a fruit?), see how it grows, taste different varieties and tomato-based recipes, play games, and so much more! Entry to Tomato Fest is free and tickets for activities and tastings can be purchased onsite.

Tickets for activities will be sold in $1 increments. Ticket-based activities range between 1-15 tickets. Most activities will be ongoing throughout the event. Free activities include a photo booth, a scavenger hunt, demonstrations, a community-based art project and tomato-themed games. Ticket-based tastings include grilled cheese with tomato soup, less traditional tomato-based recipes and a special Bloody Mary bar (alcohol optional).

New at this year’s Tomato Fest, enjoy music throughout the day by students at School of Rock. Our spaghetti eating contest starts at 12:30 pm. Sign up onsite by 12:15 pm and twirl, slurp, and savor your way to victory!

Free parking is available in the lot across from the Wagner Farm House or in the Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church lot at Lake Ave. and Wagner Rd.

Gingerbread Cookie Jubilee at Historic Wagner Farm - SOLD OUT

Get into the holiday spirit and decorate cookies, sip hot chocolate and enjoy festive music!

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Gingerbread Cookie Jubilee at Historic Wagner Farm - SOLD OUT

Get into the holiday spirit and decorate cookies, sip hot chocolate and enjoy festive music!

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3rd Annual Festival of Trees Holiday Event

Presented by Light Keeper Pro

Check out the beautifully decorated trees in the hallways of Park Center and vote for your favorites. Visit and take pictures with Santa Claus and The Grinch. Plus, enjoy holiday carolers from Glenbrook South Chamber Singers and The Caroling Party. Children will enjoy crafts and several activities.

Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Children under age 2 are free!

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Kids Night Out Valentine Friends (ages 4-6)

February is the best time of year to celebrate love and friendship together! Kids, ages 4-6, will enjoy a special night out with pizza, Valentine’s themed movie, games, making Valentine’s Day cards and decorating heart-shaped crafts. Park Center Room 121.

Sign up online before February 5!

Fee (R/NR): $37/$46.

Homeschool Week

March 3-7, experience a week of immersive historical and environmental programs designed just for homeschool students in grades K-8. Through hands-on learning, students will explore nature, history, and science while connecting with peers in a fun, educational environment.

Advance registration opens January 21 at 9 a.m.

Billy Blanks: Discover Your Power

Sponsored by Direct Fitness Solutions

Fitness Studio 1
Class: 6-7 p.m.
Inspirational Talk/Q&A: 7-7:30 p.m.

Family night/self-defense. Meet any challenge, learn protective movements, feel safe, and strong… be empowered!

Fee: $40 per adult and $10 per child (ages 10-15)* in advance, and $50 per adult and $15 per child (ages 10-15)* at the door.

*Youth registrants must be accompanied by a paid registered adult.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Grove Literary Society

In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss  One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.

Historic Wagner Farm Livestock Fair

Livestock are the heart of any good state or county fair and at the Wagner Farm Livestock Fair, they’re the stars of the show! Watch local 4H students compete with their animals, meet a variety of livestock, and discover the technology, old and new, that helps farmers manage their animals. Enjoy hands-on activities including dairy trivia, “butter” carving and molding, hen and chick meet and greets, games and much more! There will also be delicious food for purchase – breakfast burritos, donuts, grilled cheese sandwiches, ice cream, grilled portabellas, hamburgers, hot dogs and more.

Hops & Hike: Oh Deer

Hike your way through The Grove, one brew at a time, as we taste local craft beers! Cozy up with a beverage by our campfire, indulge in some snacks, and enjoy a guided hike under the night sky. For ages 21+, registration required.

Breakfast with Santa at Coarse Italian Restaurant

Bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy a delicious Italian-inspired breakfast at Coarse Italian Restaurant! Breakfast favorites include Tiramisu French Toast, Shrimp Cocktail, Carved Ham, Hot Chocolate Fountain and more!

Call us today to make your reservation (deposit required) • 847-657-3200

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Restoration Work Day

Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection. For a work day schedule, visit northbranchrestoration.org.

Indigenous People's Day

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a holiday in the United States that celebrates and honors indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. What better way to celebrate this day than to visit The Grove’s Native American Village and tour the Long House and learn about the history of the Indigenous peoples and their history in our region? Participate in activities like learning how to grind corn and start a fire with a bow drill, Native American games, and see a display of historic Native American tools and other implements.

Stick around for the Indigenous Drum Demonstration, 5:30-7 pm and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Native American Indian culture. Please RSVP for the drum demonstration – email Diane.Michalski@glenviewparks.org or call 847-299-6096.

Gingerbread Jubilee

Decorate a unique gingerbread barn while listening to holiday music, sipping hot chocolate and enjoying cookies. We’ll provide the pre-assembled gingerbread barns from Ganache Bakery in Morton Grove, plus icing and candy trimmings.

Billy Blanks: Billy’s Tae-Bo Power Hour

Sponsored by Direct Fitness Solutions

Fitness Studio 1
Doors Open: 11 a.m.
Class: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Inspirational Talk/Q&A: 12:30-1 p.m.

Turn up the HEAT for an hour of old school Tae-Bo!

Fee: $40 per person, ages 16+ ($50 day of)

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Fireplace Features: Preschool Craft and Book Fair

You’re invited to join us at the Park Center Preschool’s Fireside Feature!

Our friendly staff will be reading some featured and fantastic stories for you at the Scholastic Book Fair. In addition, we’ll also have our annual art fair on display. You’ll even have a chance to become an artist yourself and create your very own tissue paper stained glass project to take home with you. It’s going to be a fun-filled event for children of all ages!

🌈 Rainbow Explorers: A Family Adventure in Prism Science

Explore what a rainbow is, what are the different colors, how a rainbow is formed in nature and learn how to make your own with prisms. Take your prism home to continue exploring the beautiful colors and uniqueness of rainbows.

For ages 7 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

🏳️‍🌈 Color Hike with Pride

To inspire more opportunity for inclusivity and connection in the outdoors, The Grove welcomes all for a casual, fun and colorful guided trail hike. Meet like-minded individuals and celebrate the impact and accomplishments LGBTQAI+ people have had on the natural world. Wear good closed toe shoes and dress for the weather. Rainbow attire encouraged. Free, however registration is requested.

Workout Revolution with Billy Blanks

Get ready to experience a fitness phenomenon that changed the world! Billy Blanks brings the energy, love and integrity of the Tae Bo Nation to you. This high-energy cardio kickboxing class combines explosive movements with the foundational Tae Bo principles that transformed fitness forever.

Whether you’re a long-time Tae Bo fan or new to the workout, this class will help you push your limits, improve your fitness, strengthen your mind and deliver Tae Bo energy and spirit straight to you. Billy’s Tae-Bo Power Hour (ages 14 +)

11:30am-12:30pm – Tae-Bo Power Hour
12:30pm -1pm – Inspirational talk/Q&A

Harvest Supper at Historic Wagner Farm

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience with your family and friends featuring great food, conversation and lots of fun! The special evening features a multi-course dinner cooked by Chef Paula using local produce and proteins grown and raised on the Farm. Beer and wine is included in your ticket price. Unique menu items include Moroccan lamb meatballs, kale salad with apple Dijon vinaigrette, red wine braised brisket, smashed potato medley, apple strudel and more. NEW! As an extra treat, guests will enjoy a wagon ride tour of the Farm.

Grove Arrival Day

This free event celebrates the anniversary of the day the pioneering Kennicott family first arrived at The Grove. Meet costumed interpreters and discover what life was like in 1836.

Head over to the Kennicott House at 3 p.m. for a signing of Elizabeth Kopp’s book about Robert Kennicott, A Frozen Fog. Refreshments and mocktails will be served.

For information call 847-299-6096.

Grove Heritage Association 50th Anniversary Celebration

2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the Grove Heritage Association (GHA). Originally known as the “Save The Grove” committee, this organization continues to play a key role in preserving an important part of Glenview’s heritage. Join us a for a free community celebration and open house to recognize and honor GHA for their incredible stewardship and support of The Grove.

10 am presentation & dedication

11 am-2 pm free open house with drop-in activities including

• 50th Anniversary exhibit
• Photo ops
• Scavenger hunt
• Sign the GHA “signature” banner
• Giveaways

Billy Blanks: Cardio Kicker & Self-Defense

Sponsored by Direct Fitness Solutions

Fitness Studio 1
Doors Open: 10 a.m.
Class: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Inspirational Talk/Q&A: 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Release Your Inner Warrior and Put On The Power!

Fee: $40 per person ($50 day of)

Log Cabin Christmas

Gather friends and family around the warm fire in our cozy little log cabin nestled in the woods. Learn about historic pioneer traditions with holiday stories, games, music, and other hands-on activities. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults please register separately from children. Available times: 1-1:50 pm, 2-2:50 pm, 3-3:50 pm, 4-4:50 pm. For all ages.

Get Moving Glenview Fitness Open House

Get Moving Glenview! Join the fitness team and awesome vendors to start the new year off on a healthy path! There will be several free activities, light refreshments and raffle prizes.

Open House Vendors Include:

• Endeavor Health (aka. Northshore)
• Movement Revolution
• Together WE Tri
• Fit 4 Moms / Stroller Striders
• Center Studio / GPD
• Fabletics
• Grateful Birch Boutique
• Dick Ponds Athletics
• Blended

Fireplace Features: Ceramics

Interested in learning about Park District programs? Check out a FREE Saturday class demo with an instructor! Drop in, ask questions, and maybe you’ll even learn a new hobby!

Our ceramics class is designed for those interested in working with clay. New and advanced students are welcome! Clay, glazes, and tools are provided..

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Grove Heritage Association Members' Evening

The Grove Heritage Association (GHA) is inviting a few close friends over- are you on the list? All current, new, and renewed GHA members are invited for an exclusive evening to explore The Grove after hours. This special time will include campfire with refreshments, guided night hike, afterhours access to the Interpretive Center with animal encounters, and more!

This event is free for GHA members with advance registration. To register call The Grove at (847) 299-6096.

Not yet a member? Become a member online or purchase your membership at The Grove’s Interpretive Center front desk to enjoy Members’ Evening, discounts at The Grove Museum Store, and more throughout the year!

Cardboard Boat Regatta

Join us for fun activities and games, DJ music and concession specials!

Grove Literary Society

In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss  One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.

Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Blue Rose

Join us for free, family-friendly live entertainment on Wednesday nights, June 5-August 7. Our summer evening concert series showcases the best the Chicago music scene has to offer with fantastic cover bands and original artists. Bring your picnic dinner, folding chairs and lawn blankets, and enjoy these shows guaranteed to please all ages.

Based in suburban Glenview, Blue Rose rocks the Chicago area playing Classic Rock, Folk, Country, Pop and Alternative tunes from the past through present!

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Free! Shakespeare in the Park - MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

Center Stage in Lake Forest presents William Shaespeare’s MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, the wittiest war of words ever staged. Perhaps William Shakespeare’s most brilliant comedy, the story abounds in warmth, wit, and wackiness, and has been adapted to the silver screen several times, from Kenneth Branagh’s 1993 classic, to the recent “Anyone But You.” Bring a lawn chair and picnic basket, and enjoy 90-minutes of unadulterated fun!

Moths Matter presentation

Join The Grove and the Glenview Gardeners to learn about the wild and wonderful lives of moths, nature’s nocturnal pollinators! Local lepidopterist Violet Krol will discuss how moths differ from butterflies, their importance as pollinators, and what you can do to support them.

The presentation is free. RSVPs are requested due to space limitations. For more information & to RSVP call Grove Recreation Supervisor Diane Michalski at (847) 299-6096.

Restoration Work Day on the Prairie

Along the west fork of the North Branch in Glenview is the Air Station Prairie. Sixty years of annual mowing as a security zone for the main runway of the Glenview Naval Air Station protected the prairie from invasive brush. The 32 acres of prairie and mitigated wetlands is owned by the Village and is permanently protected as an ecologically significant area. It supports more than 160 native plant species, grassland birds, many prairie dependent insects and 5 species of crayfish. Species lost to mowing are being reintroduced and old field portions of the prairie are being actively managed.

In October of 2017, 30+acres of this 32-acre site were dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve, recognizing this beautiful remnant of the “globally imperiled” prairie landscape.

Join us to clean up the prairie! Meet friends and enjoy time outdoors for a good cause. Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection.

Veteran's Day Craft

Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!

Learn why poppies are associated with Veteran’s Day and make your own poppy craft.

Harvest Supper (ages 21+)

The harvest is done and Historic Wagner Farm is ready to celebrate with a casual five-course supper highlighting the bounty of the season! The evening’s menu will utilize local produce and proteins from the Farm and will include a selection of beer and wine. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.

Tentative Menu (subject to changes)

Appetizer:

• Butternut squash Crostini with goat cheese, sage and fig glaze

Soup:

• Roasted Pumpkin Soup

Salad:

• Kale Salad with toasted almonds, apples and honey Dijon vinaigrette

Entrée (served family style):

• Herb Roasted Chicken
• Roasted Pork with apple butter and sage
• Roasted Potato Medley with white, purple and sweet potatoes, garlic, rosemary and caramelized onions
• Sautéed Brussel Sprouts and Fennel

Dessert:

• Sweet Potato Cake
• Pumpkin Pie
• Apple Crisp
• Chocolate Budino

Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove

Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Mardi Gras Animal Masks

Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages! Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult.

Go a little wild for Mardi Gras by creating a mask inspired by the animals that live at The Grove. Show off your creation with a parade at noon. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Little Bearfoot Children's Concerts - Nanni Nikki

Join us Thursday mornings in July for the Glenview Park District’s summer entertainment series that’s just right for kids! Our whimsical, interactive and delightful entertainers provide a fun-filled outing for your whole family.

Summer Restoration Work Day at The Grove

For ages 8+, volunteers under age 15 must participate with an adult.

Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Bring work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. RSVPs are appreciated so we can so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Free! Shakespeare in the Park - MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

Center Stage in Lake Forest presents William Shaespeare’s MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, the wittiest war of words ever staged. Perhaps William Shakespeare’s most brilliant comedy, the story abounds in warmth, wit, and wackiness, and has been adapted to the silver screen several times, from Kenneth Branagh’s 1993 classic, to the recent “Anyone But You.” Bring a lawn chair and picnic basket, and enjoy 90-minutes of unadulterated fun!

Grove Literary Society

In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss  One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.

Robert's Yukon Adventure Day

Illinois’ first naturalist, Robert Kennicott, grew up at The Grove and made two expeditions to the Yukon, in 1859 and 1865. Experience what his life was like in the frigid territory.

• Watch dog sledding teams from Adopt-a-Husky.
• Learn about winter ecology and animal adaptations.
• Try snow shoeing & snow experiments
• Participate in an indoor snowball fight
• Hot cocoa and s’mores by the campfire (available for purchase, cash only.)
• + so much more!

Princess Skate

Skate with a princess and take pictures in front of our enchanted photo booth. Those who dress in princess or prince attire will receive a prize. Admission is $10 per skater, or use your season pass, $4 skate rental. Ages 5 and under skate free with a paying adult.

1920s Film- Speedy

Join us for a night of popcorn, laughs and tons of fun watching the 1928 original silent movie comedy – Speedy. The Farm will provide the popcorn along with an educational commentary before the film begins. The fee is $4 per person. Sign up in advance online or pay at the door.  See you at the Farm!

Conservation Kids Day at The Grove

Come visit The Grove and nurture the nature! Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Hoopla

Join us for free, family-friendly live entertainment on Wednesday nights, June 5-August 7. Our summer evening concert series showcases the best the Chicago music scene has to offer with fantastic cover bands and original artists. Bring your picnic dinner, folding chairs and lawn blankets, and enjoy these shows guaranteed to please all ages.

The Hoopla Rock Band is a lively and energetic group that primarily plays classic rock songs with a unique twist. With their impressive vocal harmonies and multi-instrumental talent, the Hoopla Rock Band delivers a strong and vibrant live sound that is sure to please both Baby Boomers and their kids alike.

Free! Outdoor Yoga

Join us each day for free Lakeside Yoga on August 12-16. All levels welcome. Location is East side of Park Center.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

New Discovery Room Grand Opening

Explore the new Discovery Room at The Grove! Join us for a free community grand opening celebration and open house. The Discovery Room includes a replica of Robert Kennicott’s skeleton, a large multi-species landform exhibit, enhancement of the current scavenger hunt exhibit, interactive discovery table, welcoming kiosks, and framing of existing animal exhibits.

The Discover Room renovation was funded through a $375,000 Illinois Public Museum Capital grant, and designed by Bluestone and Associates.

A public presentation & dedication will be held at 10 a.m. Enjoy a free open house with activities, giveaways, & more from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

SOLD OUT- EGGstravaganza

Join us at Little Bear Park (corner of Chestnut & Patriot) for a classic egg hunt event for two different age groups (0-2 years and 3-9 years). It’s double the fun, double the eggs and double the EGGcitement!

Times:
10:15 a.m. (ages 0-2)
10:30 a.m. (ages 3-9)

Please sign up in advance online or call our friendly customer service team at 847-724-5670.
Note: There will NOT be registration on April 12.

Earth Day Celebration

Celebrate the Earth and learn more about ways to improve our impact on the world. Experts in conservation and sustainability will be onsite with information for visitors, as well as free family activities and trail walks. Call 847-299-6096 for more information.

Bunny Hop Skate

Join us for a hoppin’ good time at Glenview Community Ice Center for a special public skate and visit from the bunny. Welcome the spring season with some bunny-approved fun on the ice!

$4 skates or free with a non-perishable food donation. Children ages 5 and under skate free with a paying adult.

Robert's Birthday Bash

Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!

Celebrate the 188th birthday of this famed naturalist and explorer, Robert Kennicott, who grew up right here at The Grove.

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Grove Literary Society

In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss  One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.

Unplug Illinois Day of Play

Ditch your electronic devices and enjoy a day of unplugged activities at The Grove celebrating the power recreation has to create healthier, happier communities. Play family lawn games, chalk the walk with pictures and happy thoughts, fly a kite, take a night hike & enjoy s’mores, and more!

Sponsored by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association, Unplug Illinois Day is a statewide initiative that encourages people to get out, unplug, play and engage with one another. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Free! Outdoor Yoga

Join us each day for free Lakeside Yoga on August 12-16. All levels welcome. Location is East side of Park Center.

Fall Restoration Work Days at The Grove

THE EVENT ON DECEMBER 1 HAS BEEN CANCELED. Make a positive change by assisting in restoration efforts by such as removing non-native plants or collection seed. Please bring work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Registration is not necessary, but RSVPs are appreciated! Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability.

For ages 8+ Yrs

Yappy Hour Series: Howl-O-Ween (dog park members only)

Presented by:

Community Bark West will be hosting three exciting FREE events exclusively for dog park members. Not a dog park member? Click here for more info to join! Treat your pup to some special dog treats for “trick-or-treat” fun and let them socialize with other furry pals. Participate in a costume contest for a chance to win a free dog membership for next year! Events are for dog park members only – make sure to bring your membership card to scan at the entrance.

Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar

Start your holiday shopping early! Stop by Park Center’s lobby for the East Wing’s annual Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar. It’s free to attend and everyone is welcome! Check out the craft room and more than 27 booths with heirloom crafts, handmade gifts, beautiful artwork and much more. Many items are created by East Wing crafters plus talented local vendors. Don’t forget to enter the raffle to win great prizes. Tickets are $1 or six tickets for $5. For more information, please call 847-724-4793.

Grove Literary Society

In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss  One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.

Christmas Candlelight Tours

Step back in time to discover the enchanting sights and sounds of a traditional 19th century family Christmas during this candlelight event. Guests will be ushered through the festively adorned rooms of the 1856 Kennicott House by a historically-dressed guide. Tours end with a visit and small gift from Santa. One-hour time slots are available from 4-6:45 pm.

Holiday Exhibition

Show off your skating skills! The exhibition features soloists, duets, trios, and performances by the Glenview Blades Synchronized Skating Teams. Plus, skaters in Snowplow Sam 1-3 and Basic 1 & 2 will shine in a follow-the-leader group number.

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Restoration Work Day on the Prairie

Along the west fork of the North Branch in Glenview is the Air Station Prairie. Sixty years of annual mowing as a security zone for the main runway of the Glenview Naval Air Station protected the prairie from invasive brush. The 32 acres of prairie and mitigated wetlands is owned by the Village and is permanently protected as an ecologically significant area. It supports more than 160 native plant species, grassland birds, many prairie dependent insects and 5 species of crayfish. Species lost to mowing are being reintroduced and old field portions of the prairie are being actively managed.

In October of 2017, 30+acres of this 32-acre site were dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve, recognizing this beautiful remnant of the “globally imperiled” prairie landscape.

Join us to clean up the prairie! Meet friends and enjoy time outdoors for a good cause. Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection.

How to Combat & Control Invasive Species

A special presentation by The Grove’s Natural Resources Manager,  Meredith Suangka. Meredith shares tips and resources to help identify, map, control, and combat invasive species that threaten our yards and landscape.

CANCELLED due to weather: Jan. 14 Winter Restoration Work Day at The Grove

The Winter Restoration Work Day scheduled for Sunday, January 14 has been cancelled due to extremely cold weather forecasted for the day. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Upcoming Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove: Feb. 11 & March 3.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Indoor Triathlon

Are you looking to challenge yourself and take your triathlon training to the test? Join Together We Tri for the yearly indoor triathlon which includes:

• 10 minute pool swim
• 20 minute ride on spin bikes
• 15 minute track run/walk

Plus a post-race expo with sponsors.

Glenview Blades Open House

Love ice skating and performing? The Glenview Blades are a group of synchronized skating teams that have provided recreational and competitive opportunities for Glenview skaters for more than 35 years. The teams have won numerous district and national medals. Come to our Open House to learn more about the group and consider signing up for tryouts!

Summer Restoration Work Day at The Grove

For ages 8+, volunteers under age 15 must participate with an adult.

Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Bring work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. RSVPs are appreciated so we can so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Free! Outdoor Yoga

Join us each day for free Lakeside Yoga on August 12-16. All levels welcome. Location is East side of Park Center.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Forest Bathing

Join us as we gather with the trees that are shedding their leaves. Use breathing exercises to explore our cycle of breath with the plant life around us. We will explore the forest using our observation skills to notice how the wind impacts the sounds, textures, and scent of the forest.

Rockin’ Out Concert Featuring Sweeney!

Grab your lawn chairs and join us for a rockin’ evening overlooking the beautiful Glenview Park Golf course. The band Sweeney will be playing classic rock hits. Tickets are $10 per person and an open bar package for the concert is $40 (payable at the door).

Order tickets online or call us at (847) 657-3200. You can also buy tickets at the door. See you there!

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Indigenous Drum Demonstration

This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Native American Indian culture with a drum demonstration by the Bull Valley Singers. Learn about the spiritual significance of the drum and hear the stories of songs.

Everyone is welcome!

RSVP: diane.michalski@glenviewparks.org or call 847-299-6096

Native American Indian Long House open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for free tours and activities

Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar

Start your holiday shopping early! Stop by Park Center’s lobby for the East Wing’s annual Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar. It’s free to attend and everyone is welcome! Check out the craft room and more than 27 booths with heirloom crafts, handmade gifts, beautiful artwork and much more. Many items are created by East Wing crafters plus talented local vendors. Don’t forget to enter the raffle to win great prizes. Tickets are $1 or six tickets for $5. For more information, please call 847-724-4793.

Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market

Nov. 14-15, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 16-17, 10 am-4 pm

Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.

Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/16 and Sunday, 11/17, 10 am-4 pm each day for festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.

Richardson Park Pickleball Input Meeting

Richardson Park has been identified as a potential site for new pickleball courts as part of the Park District’s Pickleball Feasibility Study. We are inviting Richardson Park neighbors to join us to provide feedback on design concepts as part of our planning process. This meeting will be held at Park Center in Room 101.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, please check out the Pickleball Feasibility Study at glenviewpickleball.weebly.com and email Tim Beckmann (tim.beckmann@glenviewparks.org) with any feedback or questions.

Breakfast with Santa at Coarse Italian Restaurant

Bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy a delicious Italian-inspired breakfast at Coarse Italian Restaurant! Breakfast favorites include Tiramisu French Toast, Shrimp Cocktail, Carved Ham, Hot Chocolate Fountain and more!

Call us today to make your reservation (deposit required) • 847-657-3200

Breakfast with Santa at Coarse Italian Restaurant

Bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy a delicious Italian-inspired breakfast at Coarse Italian Restaurant! Breakfast favorites include Tiramisu French Toast, Shrimp Cocktail, Carved Ham, Hot Chocolate Fountain and more!

Call us today to make your reservation (deposit required) • 847-657-3200

Winter Dance Production “ONCE UPON A TIME”

Enjoy performances by dance students of all ages. Center Studio for Dance at Park Center offers a variety of classes for children ages 2-18, as well as several adult dance classes. Students learn proper technique taught by our professional dance staff.

For more information, call 847-724-5670 or email Lisa Aguilar at Lisa.Aguilar@glenviewparks.org.

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Guided Fall Color Walk

Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!

Bask in the colors of autumn with our 1.5-mile guided Fall Color Walk!

Holiday Figure Skating Exhibition

Come watch thrilling performances by Glenview Skate School skaters. Soloists, duets/trios and teams are featured. Free for spectators. Public skating session to follow.

Park Center Preschool Scholastic Book Fair

Come on over to check out and shop for some awesome books for your family, or even pick up a book to donate to our preschool. A portion of your purchase will support our preschool program and help us provide our children with the gift of books for special occasions. Plus, your purchases will help us add new and exciting titles to our library! And after you shop don’t forget to take a peek at the amazing artwork our preschoolers have been creating, inspired by famous artists like Monet and Warhol.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Free! Outdoor Yoga

Join us each day for free Lakeside Yoga on August 12-16. All levels welcome. Location is East side of Park Center.

Summer Restoration Work Day at The Grove

For ages 8+, volunteers under age 15 must participate with an adult.

Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Bring work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. RSVPs are appreciated so we can so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market

Nov. 14-15, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 16-17, 10 am-4 pm

Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.

Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/16 and Sunday, 11/17, 10 am-4 pm each day for festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.

Breakfast with Santa at Coarse Italian Restaurant

Bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy a delicious Italian-inspired breakfast at Coarse Italian Restaurant! Breakfast favorites include Tiramisu French Toast, Shrimp Cocktail, Carved Ham, Hot Chocolate Fountain and more!

Call us today to make your reservation (deposit required) • 847-657-3200

Making Recycled Gift Tags

Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages!  Get into the holiday spirit while going green and creating unique, eco-friendly gift tags for your holiday presents. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Breakfast with Santa at Coarse Italian Restaurant

Bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy a delicious Italian-inspired breakfast at Coarse Italian Restaurant! Breakfast favorites include Tiramisu French Toast, Shrimp Cocktail, Carved Ham, Hot Chocolate Fountain and more!

Call us today to make your reservation (deposit required) • 847-657-3200

Winter Restoration Work Days at Fuller Air Station Prairie

Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather

NEW! Dial M-O-O for Murder

Experience the Farm’s first murder mystery for ages 14+! Spend your Saturday night enjoying hors d’oeuvres and mocktails as you play detective to solve the mystery. Imagine it’s the 1920’s and the good times are rolling at the Farm as Thomas Wagner and his closest supporters celebrate his re-election as Northfield Township Commissioner – that is until things take a turn for the MOO-Cabre and a dead body is found! Is there a murderer among the party guests?

Did the cows have a HOOF in it?

Sign up online before February 14!

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Holiday Tea

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season in the holiday adorned Historic 1856 Kennicott House during this truly unique historical experience. Guests will enjoy a 3-course tea luncheon in the formal dining room. Learn the history of tea, proper tea etiquette, and hear some Victorian Christmas traditions. Service staff will be dressed in period attire. All reservations must be made by December 8.
For Ages 12+

Winter Wonderland Train - SOLD OUT

All Aboard the Winter Wonderland Express!

Get ready for a magical holiday adventure that’s perfect for the whole family! Join us on a festive winter train ride from North Glenview Metra Station to a special location, where the spirit of the season comes to life. You will arrive to a special location where we will leisurely stroll to the delightful Egg Harbor Café to indulge in a delectable meal while waiting for Santa.

Following our meal, we will rejoin the train for the return trip to Glenview, with special guest accompanying us – Santa Claus himself! Each child will receive a small surprise from Santa, spreading holiday cheer and filling the air with joyous smiles.

Each participant (from baby to adult) will need to be registered. This event is sold out.

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

Wassailing at Wagner

Here we come a-wassailing among the cows and chicks! Bundle up and get into the holiday spirit by spending the afternoon caroling to the farm animals at Historic Wagner Farm. We’ll provide the music and hot cocoa; you just bring your voice! Ages 2 and under are free.
Available times: 4-4:30 pm, 4:20-4:50 pm, 4:40-5:10 pm, 5-5:30 pm, 5:20-5:50 pm

Get Moving Glenview! Community Wellness Walk

Join park district staff and other community members and friends to go for a walk along the trails at The Grove. Walking has been linked to incredible physical and mental health benefits. What better way to get out and enjoy community and nature than to do it together. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Let’s get moving, Glenview!

Free! Outdoor Yoga

Join us each day for free Lakeside Yoga on August 12-16. All levels welcome. Location is East side of Park Center.

Evenings on The Farm

Enjoy everything summer evenings are supposed to be at Historic Wagner Farm. Come out to the farm from 5-8 p.m. on special Fridays in June, July and August to enjoy extended hours at the Heritage Center and Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Parlor. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment from community performers, tour the farmhouse and take a stroll on the farm. No registration is required.

Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market

Nov. 14-15, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 16-17, 10 am-4 pm

Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.

Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/16 and Sunday, 11/17, 10 am-4 pm each day for festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.

Get Moving Glenview! GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT

Free! Feel Good and Move!
The Park District is here to support getting our community moving in our beautiful parks and our facilities! Complete your passport for a chance to win awesome prizes!

Spend time at The Grove watching birds! Learn to identify our fine feathered friends, count them, and submit our findings to GBBC to help scientists better understand and protect birds all around the world.

Download your passport

Conservation Kids Day

NOTE: August 27 date has been rescheduled for August 20, and September 24 has been rescheduled for September 17. 

Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org

Winter Restoration Work Days at The Grove

Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. No advance registration necessary—just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Email groverestoration@glenviewparks.org for more information including availability. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Winter Wonderland Train - SOLD OUT

All Aboard the Winter Wonderland Express!

Get ready for a magical holiday adventure that’s perfect for the whole family! Join us on a festive winter train ride from North Glenview Metra Station to a special location, where the spirit of the season comes to life. You will arrive to a special location where we will leisurely stroll to the delightful Egg Harbor Café to indulge in a delectable meal while waiting for Santa.

Following our meal, we will rejoin the train for the return trip to Glenview, with special guest accompanying us – Santa Claus himself! Each child will receive a small surprise from Santa, spreading holiday cheer and filling the air with joyous smiles.

Each participant (from baby to adult) will need to be registered. This event is sold out.

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

WERQ in the Park

Werq is a fiercely fun and wildly addictive dance fitness class based on chart-topping pop, rock and hip hop music. Join Team Werq for a free family Werq in the Park class and stay for the Bearfoot in the Park Concert after.

Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band

Join us for free, family-friendly live entertainment on Wednesday nights, June 5-August 7. Our summer evening concert series showcases the best the Chicago music scene has to offer with fantastic cover bands and original artists. Bring your picnic dinner, folding chairs and lawn blankets, and enjoy these shows guaranteed to please all ages.

Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band combine the sounds of Trop Rock, Reggae, Surf, and Calypso by pouring great original music along with songs by Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Zac Brown Band, Paul Simon, Sublime, Beach Boys, and many more into a musical blender to create a strong concoction direct from the lower latitudes!

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Prairie Fest

Discover why prairies are so special and unique and take in the late summer color show that mother nature treats us to at our free Prairie Fest. There will be family-friendly activities, trail walks, guest speakers and outside organizations teaching us about the natural areas.

Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market

Nov. 14-15, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 16-17, 10 am-4 pm

Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.

Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/16 and Sunday, 11/17, 10 am-4 pm each day for festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.

Spring Restoration Day at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie

Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Park Master Planning Public Meeting- Indian Ridge Park

The Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals to maintain high-quality parks and recreation services. As part of the master planning process, we invite Indian Ridge neighbors for feedback on the latest park design concepts. Questions? Contact Ken Wexler at 224-521-2264 or email at ken.wexler@glenviewparks.org .The meeting will be held at Park Center in Room 101.

Park Master Planning Public Meeting- Swenson Park

The Park District continues to advance park improvements and planning goals to maintain high-quality parks and recreation services. As part of the master planning process, we invite Swenson Park neighbors for feedback on the latest park design concepts. Questions? Contact Ken Wexler at 224-521-2264 or email at ken.wexler@glenviewparks.org. The meeting will be held at Park Center in Room 101.

Little Bearfoot Children's Concerts - Jason Kollum

Join us Thursday mornings in July for the Glenview Park District’s summer entertainment series that’s just right for kids! Our whimsical, interactive and delightful entertainers provide a fun-filled outing for your whole family.

Yappy Hour Series: National Dog Day Celebration (dog park members only)

Presented by:

Community Bark West will be hosting three exciting FREE events exclusively for dog park members. Not a dog park member? Click here for more info to join! Join us to celebrate your favorite four-legged friend on this special day. Take your best spin on our prize wheel and cool off with Kona Ice’s refreshing shaved ice while your dog enjoys fun activities. This event is rescheduled from it’s original date on August 26.

Halloween SKELEbration!

Get in the Halloween spirit with our family-friendly Halloween party! Join us inside for inflatables, DJ, face painting, creepy crafts, a new trick-or-treating route and more! Outside, there will be ghoulish games, entertainment and cozy hayrides around Gallery Park (weather permitting). Costumes are encouraged. The event is designed for ages 2-12 years old; parents must accompany their children.

Event Pricing (PAYABLE AT THE DOOR)

Admission is $15 per child ages 2-12 (payable at the door) and free for ages 13 and older. For more information, visit glenviewparks.org or call 847-724-5670.

Election Day

Park Center’s first floor mini gym will serve as a polling location for certain precincts on March 19. Parking is available in the front of the building; use the main middle entrance of the building. Note: early voting and ballot drop off at Village Hall is available March 4-18. To check your voting registration status or to find your precinct and polling place, click here.

Glenview Bank & Trust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts - Rosie & The Rivets

Join us for free, family-friendly live entertainment on Wednesday nights, June 5-August 7. Our summer evening concert series showcases the best the Chicago music scene has to offer with fantastic cover bands and original artists. Bring your picnic dinner, folding chairs and lawn blankets, and enjoy these shows guaranteed to please all ages. 

Rosie & The Rivets are the Premier Retro Rock & Roll Tribute Show performing the best music of the 1950’s and early 1960’s along with some contemporary music with a retro twist!

Evenings on The Farm

Enjoy everything summer evenings are supposed to be at Historic Wagner Farm. Come out to the farm from 5-8 p.m. on special Fridays in June, July and August to enjoy extended hours at the Heritage Center and Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Parlor. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment from community performers, tour the farmhouse and take a stroll on the farm. No registration is required.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Fall Restoration Work Days at Fuller Air Station Prairie

Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org.

Squirrel Appreciation Day

Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages!

Learn all about these highly active and very entertaining critters and make a squirrel-themed craft (while supplies last). For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Reusable Bag Decorating

Drop in and celebrate Earth Day! Reduce the impact of plastic bags on the environment and decorate your own reusable bag to use all summer long going to our pools, carrying library books, or shopping at the Farmers Market. All supplies provided.

Fish Release Day

Lake Glenview Fish Release Day

Help make a splash by restocking Lake Glenview with fish this spring! Live fish and buckets will be provided, and all ages are welcome. Dress for the weather and wet conditions.

Call 847-299-6096 for more information.

The fun doesn’t stop there! Stick around for Family Fitness Fun Fest from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at NIPSTA Campus, 2300 Patriot Blvd.

Winterfest

Celebrate all things winter at Winterfest at the Glenview Community Ice Center. Watch triple-header hockey games between Glenbrook South Titan Hockey Club and Saint Viator Hockey Club and see the Glenview Stars Hockey Association take on the St. Louis Sting. Enjoy a figure skating exhibition. Check out the Ice Center’s Ice Bumper Cars and participate in afternoon family public sessions or an evening glow stick public session. Enjoy food and drink at North Branch, and much more!  All proceeds benefit the Glenview Park Foundation.

Thank you to our sponsors:

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Pickleball Community Meeting

Join us at Park Center on either January 20 or January 22 to hear updates on the process of selecting locations for new pickleball courts in Glenview. Can’t join us in person? Join the meetings remotely using zoom and submit your questions via the chat. Your input is crucial in shaping the future of pickleball in our community.

Pickleball Community Meetings
Saturday, January 20, 2024, 10 a.m.- Noon
Monday, January 22, 2024, 7- 9 p.m.
Park Center Lakeview Room
2400 Chestnut, Glenview

Zoom Information
January 20
Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 894 2197 9771
Passcode: 419610

January 22
Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 821 0830 1898
Passcode: 208740

Visit the project website to get the latest updates on pickleball at the Glenview Park District.

Believe and Dream Public Skating Session

The Glenview Community Ice Center is hosting a special Believe and Dream public skating session from 11 am-1 pm. Participate in a scavenger hunt to learn about our civil rights leaders, complete an activity sheet about what peace looks like to you, or fill in a “I have a dream that…” note to be included on our mural wall.

Prizes will be given to everyone who completes any of the activities listed above. Season skating passes can be used for admission. Children 5 and under are free with a paying adult.

Wagon Rides at The Farm

What’s better than a wagon ride? How about a wagon ride S’mores?!? Bundle up and enjoy a private wagon ride (for up to 10 people) followed by marshmallow roasting and fireside s’mores.

Spring Restoration Day at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie

Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Reusable Bag Decorating

Drop in to celebrate Earth Day! Reduce the impact of plastic bags on the environment and decorate your own reusable bag to take and use all summer long going to our pools, carrying library books, or shopping at the Farmers Market.

All supplies provided. $5 per bag, payable at the event.

Gardening with Native Plants

For ages 16+

Join The Grove for a special presentation Gardening with Native Plants by Meredith Suangka, Grove Natural Resource Manager, as she discusses the benefits of native vegetation and explains how to select the right plants for different environmental conditions and turn landscaping into a haven for pollinators and other wildlife. This program is free, but reservations are required. Please e-mail Meredith.Suangka@glenviewparks.org to RSVP.

Lake Glenview Fish Release Day

In partnership with Sunrise Glenview Rotary Club and the Village of Glenview

Help make a splash by restocking Lake Glenview with fish this spring! Live fish and buckets will be provided and all ages are welcome. Dress for the weather and wet conditions.

Call 847-299-6096 for more information.

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Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Summer Restoration Work Day at Fuller Air Station Prairie

Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Read, Feed and Encourage

Join Historic Wagner Farm for a day celebrating kind acts, community service and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Bring non-perishable food items and books to the farm and take part in a book exchange. Write words of encouragement to travel with donated items. Food items will be donated to the Northfield Township Food Pantry and books left over after the exchange will go to Bernie’s Book Bank and the Glenview Public Library Used Bookstore. No registration is necessary, and it is free to attend!

Park Center Preschool Open House

Stop by to meet the teachers, tour the classrooms and get all of your questions answered. There will be waitlist forms available. Park Center Preschool and Childcare, ages 2-5, is offered year-round – Mondays through Fridays, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

For more information, email Preschool Director, Amanda Giacomino at Amanda.Giacomino@glenviewparks.org or call 224-521-2550.

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Memberships On Sale!

For the 7th year, Historic Wagner Farm is offering shares in its Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Enjoy fresh, local produce while supporting the Farm and youth education.
As a member, receive a weekly basket of seasonal produce from late June to early October, including over 100 varieties of fruits and vegetables.

Become a Member >>>

Easter Brunch at Coarse Italian Restaurant

Celebrate the Easter holiday at Coarse Italian Restaurant located at Glenview Park Golf Club. Brunch favorites include steakhouse benedicts, lemon ricotta pancakes, beignets with lemon curd and other chef exclusives.

Spots are filling up fast! Call us at 847-657-3200 to make your reservation.

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Reusable Bag Decorating

Drop in to celebrate Earth Day! Reduce the impact of plastic bags on the environment and decorate your own reusable bag to take and use all summer long going to our pools, carrying library books, or shopping at the Farmers Market.

All supplies provided. $5 per bag, payable at the event.

Glenview Blades Tryouts

Love ice skating and performing? The Glenview Blades are a group of synchronized skating teams that have provided recreational and competitive opportunities for Glenview skaters for more than 35 years. The teams have won numerous district and national medals. Register by April 14 to attend our tryouts!

Firecracker Golf Classic

Presented by:

Tee it up at one of the best golf outings of the season! The 28^th Annual Firecracker Classic Golf Outing will be held Friday, June 21^st at The Glen Club. This important and time-honored fundraising event has supported many notable contributions that enhance our Park District’s recreation services, programs, and facilities to provide healthy recreational events for the Glenview community. A great opportunity to enjoy a fun day with your friends at the exclusive Glen Club while supporting the work of the Glenview Park Foundation. The Foundation provides much needed funds for the Park District’s Leisureship Financial Assistance Program. These funds allow children from families with limited means to participate in Park District programs.

Evenings on The Farm

Enjoy everything summer evenings are supposed to be at Historic Wagner Farm. Come out to the farm from 5-8 p.m. on special Fridays in June, July and August to enjoy extended hours at the Heritage Center and Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Parlor. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment from community performers, tour the farmhouse and take a stroll on the farm. No registration is required.

Glow Skate

All Are Welcome 🏳️🌈 at this special public session at the Glenview Community Ice Center to celebrate Pride Month.

• Cosmic skate with music under the disco ball. Includes glow sticks and other giveaways.
• Ice Bumper Cars are available for $15 per 20 minute session. Register online or in person at the front desk.
• Use your public skate pass or pay the the front desk.
• Dress to celebrate Pride Month and receive a free skate rental! Children 5 and under are free with a paying adult.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Fall Sales on the Farm!

Open every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mum Sales begin 9/21
Pumpkin Sales begin 10/1

If you love to see beautiful fall colors on your porch or in your garden during the fall, be sure to make a stop at Historic Wagner Farm! Dress up your home and yard with colorful, hardy mums! Pick up the perfect pumpkin and find cornstalks, ornamental corn and gift shop merchandise in the sales shed.

Wagon rides are offered Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-12 pm through October 26. Tickets are sold on site for $4/person. Children under 2 free of charge. Note: Rides are subject to cancellation. Call 847-657-1506 to check the status prior to your visit.

All sales benefit Historic Wagner Farm programs and operations.

Family Desserts

Spend an evening at Historic Wagner Farm with your family and friends enjoying the best part of a meal – the desserts! The gourmet treats will feature produce grown on the farm and will showcase how delicious eating seasonally can be. We’ll also take some time to visit the livestock and learn about the process of growing food on a farm.

For ages 4+ (children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult)

Advance ticket purchase required. Note: tickets are capped at 30

Royal Ball

The MAGIC is YOU! Come to our magical “Casa” for a night of music, dancing and refreshments in Park Center’s beautiful Lakeview Room! The event is for ages 4-12 and children must be accompanied by an adult. The per person resident fee is $50; $62 for nonresidents. Advance registration is required. Please register each date and guest separately.

Conservation Kids Day at The Grove

Come visit The Grove and nurture the nature! Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org.

Pickleball Community Meeting

Join us at Park Center to hear updates on the process of selecting locations for new pickleball courts in Glenview. Can’t join us in person? Join the meeting remotely using zoom and submit your questions via the chat. Your input is crucial in shaping the future of pickleball in our community.

Pickleball Community Meetings
Monday, January 22, 2024, 7- 9 p.m.
Park Center Lakeview Room
2400 Chestnut, Glenview

Zoom Information
January 22
Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 821 0830 1898
Passcode: 208740

Visit the project website to get the latest updates on pickleball at the Glenview Park District.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Summer Restoration Work Day at Fuller Air Station Prairie

Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Pioneer Day

Could you live without electricity, central air, running water or even – gasp! – a flush toilet? Embark on an epic journey to discover what life was like in the 1800s. Bring the pioneer experience to life as you follow your map and travel along The Grove’s Trails.

• Try out hands-on activities – candle dipping, tin punching and pioneer chores
• Play old-fashioned pioneer games and enjoy music from the past
• Meet reenactors from a Civil War-era Army Corps of Engineers and learn about their important contributions

NOTE: Ticket times for admission are every 15 minutes starting at 11 am. Last ticketed admission time is at 2 pm. Please select an admission time when purchasing online.

Cops and Bobbers

Ready to reel in the big one? This FREE event is a must for your young anglers, 5-15 years. Glenview Police and park district staff will assist with baiting and reeling in fish. The largest fish caught in each category wins a prize:

• 5 Years and under
• 6-8 Years
• 9-12 Years
• 13-15 Years

You are encouraged to bring your own fishing gear and bait. Bait for purchase and free loaner equipment available while supplies last.

Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please dress for the weather!

Questions? Call The Grove at 847-299-6096.

Making Recycled Gift Tags

Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages!  Get into the holiday spirit while going green and creating unique, eco-friendly gift tags for your holiday presents. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Glenview Resident Open House

Representatives from the Village of Glenview, Glenview Park District, Glenview Public Library, Glenview Chamber of Commerce, Northfield Township, Cook County, Endeavor Health, mental health services and other community organizations will be available at this free event!

Plenty of activities:

• Meet a police officer, firefighter and 9-1-1 telecommunicator
• Meet Village trustees
• Blood pressure checks
• Crafts and balloon animals for kids
• Get your library card

Complimentary refreshments will be provided.

Sponsored by:
Village of Glenview & Glenview Park District

Coordinated by:
Glenview Communicators

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Spring Restoration Day at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie

Assist in the restoration efforts at Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie by helping with a variety of restoration activities such as removing non-native invasive plants or collecting seed. Bring work gloves if you have them. For families and individuals Ages 8+. Volunteers under 15 must participate with an adult. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. To receive an application/ waiver in advance please contact grove.volunteers@glenviewparks.org. Work days may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

SportSwap: Gently Used Equipment Swap and Sale

We’re very excited to partner with Greener Glenview to host the second annual SportSwap in the Glenview community. The goal of the event is to support sustainability by keeping used sports equipment out of the landfill. Plus, we’ll be selling all the used sports items at affordable prices and the proceeds will benefit the Glenview Park Foundation.

Important Dates and Details

Start cleaning out your garages, closets, storage lockers, basements, etc. for gently used sports equipment! Items should be “gently used” or like new. Greener Glenview will not clean or repair items prior to the SportSwap sale. For a list of all accepted items, visit greenerglenview.org.

Donate Gently-Used Sports Equipment for a Voucher! Bring your items to Park Center’s West Gym on August 23, 12-6 p.m. and August 24, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. You will receive a voucher as “credit” for each donated item. The amount of the voucher will vary based on the type of items dropped off, not on the original price. Greener Glenview has the right to refuse to issue vouchers for items based on condition. Please note: ice hockey equipment will not be accepted.

Shop and Save on August 25, 12-3 p.m.! Everyone is invited to shop at the SportSwap at Park Center’s West Gym. You don’t need to have a voucher to score great deals. Items can be purchased with cash or vouchers; no credit cards will be accepted. If you are using a voucher, it must be presented at checkout. Shoppers are encouraged to bring a bag to take home purchases.

Stay Cool @ Back to School

The Glenview Community Ice Center invites you to celebrate the end of summer & the start of the new school year with a fun night of FREE skating, FREE activities and lessons and FREE ICE CREAM! Friday, August 23, 5:30-8:30 pm. All activities and lessons are free, however pre-registration is highly recommended. Walk ins available if space permits.