Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago
Free, but must register to come to enter the Conservatory
7 events found.
Week of Events
Palatine Street Fest
Downtown Palatine Street Fest has been the premier suburban street festival since 2000. Palatine Street Fest features live music, local cuisine, and family entertainment and activities over a three-day period in late August. We are excited to announce that Street Fest will kick off on Friday with the ultimate 80's Dance Party featuring Sixteen...
Free
Sunday, August 18, 2024
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August 18, 2024 -Budding Botanists
Budding Botanists
Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with the materials at the station for as long as you want to. Budding Botanists station will...
Free, but must register to come to enter the Conservatory
Monday, August 19, 2024
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August 19, 2024 -Water Flicks: Weird Science
Water Flicks: Weird Science
Navy Pier's popular "Water Flicks" is returning this year with FREE outdoor movie showings. Bring a picnic, a blanket, and enjoy! Movies are shown at Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park, just before the pier. All films are presented in English with closed captioning.
Free
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
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August 20, 2024 -Wiggleworms/Movie at Gallagher Way
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August 20, 2024 -Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art
Wiggleworms/Movie at Gallagher Way
Chicago's famous Wiggleworms from the Old Town School of Folk Music are back with free performances at Gallagher Way. There will be music, movement, bubbles, and plenty of fun for kids and parents! Each week will feature different performers and a different kids' movie will play after the performance. Performers: Julie Helenius & Mars Caulton...
Free
Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art
Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
Free
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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August 21, 2024 -Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
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August 21, 2024 -Play! at Farm-in-the-Zoo
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August 21, 2024 -Casting on the Pier
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August 21, 2024 -FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents
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August 21, 2024 -Wild Wednesdays
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August 21, 2024 -Music Under Glass: Rosalba Valdez y Los Valientes
Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
"Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
Free
Play! at Farm-in-the-Zoo
Kids can explore the sights, smells, and textures of nature. Listen to stories, participate in arts and crafts, play in the sensory bin, and make music. Designed for children ages 1–5, Caregivers must stay with their children.
Free
Casting on the Pier
The team of skilled and friendly volunteers will be outside on the pier to teach both spin and fly casting every Wednesday this summer and fall through August 28. Participation is on a first come, first serve basis and the volunteers always do their best to accommodate everyone depending on demand.
Included in Museum Entry
FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents
The Adler Planetarium is open late on Wednesdays from 4:00 pm–10:00 pm (last admission 9:00 pm). Every Wednesday is free Museum Entry for Illinois residents with proof of residency! To show proof of residency, you can use a valid Illinois driver’s license or photo ID, Illinois student ID with photo, or a photo ID plus a...
Free
Wild Wednesdays
Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...
Free, but must register to come to enter the Conservatory
Music Under Glass: Rosalba Valdez y Los Valientes
*Registration for this performance will open on August 1, 2024; the link will be added here* Rosalba Valdez and her eight-piece band perform “Yo Soy Mexicana.” Showcasing music from her debut EP and her upcoming self-titled album, Rosalba’s band is reminiscent of captivating performances by the famous and beloved, Selena Quintanilla and mainstream artists such as Becky G....
Free, but must register in advance. Space is limited.
Thursday, August 22, 2024
No events on this day.
Friday, August 23, 2024
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August 23, 2024 -Morning Glories
Morning Glories
Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...
Free
Saturday, August 24, 2024
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August 24, 2024 -Budding Botanists
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August 24, 2024 -Chalk Howard Fest
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August 24, 2024 -Family Studio: Color Play
Budding Botanists
Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with the materials at the station for as long as you want to. Budding Botanists station will...
Free, but must register to come to enter the Conservatory
Chalk Howard Fest
Presented by the Rogers Park Business Alliance, Chalk Howard Street Fest features world-renowned 3D and 2D chalk artists, food by local purveyors, opportunities for amateur artists and family-friendly music and entertainment. Get there early to watch incredible art be created in front of your eyes, or join the fun and chalk your own masterpiece! Later...
Free
Family Studio: Color Play
Drop by the Ryan Learning Center for an art activity inspired by Ellsworth Kelly: Spectrum Colors Arranged by Chance. Led by artist Mayra Cecilia Palafox, you and your family can experiment with color and shape as you create playful grid art.
Included in Museum Entry