Park District of Oak Park

Morning Nature Journaling
2025-10-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-03 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Immerse yourself in nature and learn to capture yourobservations through journaling. Explore drawing, writing, and mindfulness while you expand your skills as a naturalist and an observer of the outdoors. Even if you "can't draw", nature journaling is a great way to get in touch with the natural world and can be done in whatever style or technique works best for you!
All materials provided, including a journal at your first session. Children under the age of four do not need to register if they are accompanied by a registered adult.

Kinder Steps Club
2025-10-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-03 10:00 - 11:00
Must sign up in advance for each hour of your choice
Let your little ones take their first steps into independence with KinderSteps Club, a nurturing drop-off program where children ages 1–5 engage in guided play, sensory exploration, and social interaction. Each session is designed to build confidence, coordination, and early learning through fun, hands-on activities in a safe, supervised environment in the play area at Stevenson Center.

Preschool Playtime (ages 1-6)
2025-10-27 10:15 - 11:45, 2025-10-28 10:15 - 11:45, 2025-10-29 10:15 - 11:45, 2025-10-30 10:15 - 11:45, 2025-10-31 13:00 - 14:30
$7 per visit OR $6 a visit with a prepaid 10 visit pass for $60.
A favorite with all our preschoolers, this is an open gym for children 1-6 years old. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. Snacks during playtime in the lobby are highly discouraged. Water fountains are not available for use, so bring your own water bottle. Drop-ins not accepted once we receive max registrations.
Max pre-registrations per playtime/60.
Registration opens 7 days prior to each scheduled date and closes 1 hour prior to each scheduled date. You have up to 24 hours before the session starts to cancel your pre-registration.

Noon Skate
2025-10-27 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-10-28 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-10-29 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-10-30 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-10-31 11:30 - 13:00
Noon Skate:$12 SKATES INCLUDED!
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays ONLY!
Pre-Registration and Walk-Ins accepted.
Rink Membership are available under the "Membership/Passes" tab.

Nature Center Drop-In Time - Fall
2025-10-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-31 12:00 - 13:00
Stop in at the Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center to learn, play, and explore! Each month is a different theme, so there's always new stuff to see.
This program is free and open to the public – registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Tuesday)
2025-10-28 09:00 - 14:00
Join us with your toddler for a playful and engaging time! Let them explore, jump, crawl, and build fine motor skills while easing into open play with new friends. All this in a beautiful, nature-inspired setting—perfect for curious little ones to grow and have fun!

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Wednesday)
2025-10-29 09:00 - 14:00

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Thursday)
2025-10-30 09:00 - 14:00

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Friday)
2025-10-31 09:00 - 14:00

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Saturday)
2025-11-01 09:00 - 14:00

Pumpkin Smash & Compost
2025-11-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Barrie Park, 1011 S Lombard Ave, Oak Park, IL, 60304, United States
Bring your pumpkins to Barrie on Saturday, November 1 for the annual Pumpkin Smash! See how far you can throw them down the hill and watch them smash.
Once everyone has had the chance to throw their pumpkin, collect the remains and throw them in the compost bin. Last year, we collected 3.02 tons of smashed pumpkins. Let’s beat it this year!
No registration required.

Public Skate
2025-11-01 18:30 - 20:15, 2025-11-02 12:45 - 14:45
Public Skate:$12 SKATES INCLUDED
Pre-Registration and Walk-Ins accepted.
Rink Membership are available under the "Membership/Passes" tab.

Open Gym (Ages 6+)
2025-11-02 16:30 - 18:30
$13 per visit OR $12 with a prepaid 5 visit pass for $60.
No gymnastics experience required! This program is intended for anyone who wants to practice independently to improve their skills. Water fountains are not available for use, so bring your own water bottle. Drop-ins not accepted once we reach max registrations.
Max pre-registrations per Open Gym/40.
Registration opens 7 days prior to each scheduled date and closes 1 hour prior to each scheduled date. You have up to 24 hours before the session starts to cancel your pre-registration.
