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Things to do with kids in Downers Grove

Family-friendly things to do in Downers Grove in 2026: 78 kid-friendly events plus 1 parks, museums and venues. Next up: Monday, July 27, 2026. Plan a weekend with FamHop.

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  1. Planet FitnessWellness · $
  2. Plant Alphabet Scavenger HuntMonday, July 27, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  3. Teen Maker KitsMonday, July 27, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  4. District 58's PTA Math ClubMonday, July 27, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  5. Make & CreateMonday, July 27, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  6. District 58's PTA Math ClubMonday, July 27, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  7. PICKUP PROGRAM: Mushroom MagnetsTuesday, July 28, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  8. District 58's PTA Math ClubTuesday, July 28, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  9. Iron Chef: Summer Reading EditionTuesday, July 28, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  10. District 58's PTA Math ClubTuesday, July 28, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  11. Dancing Feet with Tippitoes DanceWednesday, July 29, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  12. Dancing Feet with Tippitoes DanceWednesday, July 29, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  13. Animal Explorations - BeaversWednesday, July 29, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  14. 3rd Annual Potato Fashion Show!Thursday, July 30, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  15. Iron Chef: Summer Reading EditionThursday, July 30, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  16. Moss Wall ArtFriday, July 31, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  17. Summer Reading BashFriday, July 31, 2026 · Kingsley School - Kingsley School
  18. Teen Maker KitsSaturday, August 1, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  19. Weekend StorytimeSaturday, August 1, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  20. Mammals & MoreSaturday, August 1, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  21. Teen Central Open HouseSunday, August 2, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Teen Central
  22. Plant Alphabet Scavenger HuntMonday, August 3, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  23. Make & CreateMonday, August 3, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  24. Stamp CarvingTuesday, August 4, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  25. Sewing Machine IntroTuesday, August 4, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room

Family-friendly spots in Downers Grove

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Upcoming family events in Downers Grove

MonJul 27
  1. 2 AMPlant Alphabet Scavenger HuntDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 1–12Drop in anytime to solve the word of the week and get a small prize at the Kids Room desk.Free
  2. 2 AMTeen Maker KitsDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Maker Kits are projects for teens to complete in Teen Central anytime the library is open!Free
  3. 11:30 AMDistrict 58's PTA Math ClubDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 5–12Math Club Prize Pick Up Pick up your prizes and new sheets for District 58's PTA Math Club.Free
  4. 4:30 PMMake & CreateDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–12(Grades 1 - 6) Grades 1-6. Kids, drop in to the Program Room to work on an activity. No parents allowed – just you and your creativity.…Free
  5. 7:30 PMDistrict 58's PTA Math ClubDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 5–12Math Club Prize Pick Up Pick up your prizes and new sheets for District 58's PTA Math Club.Free
TueJul 28
  1. 2 AMPICKUP PROGRAM: Mushroom MagnetsDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Sculpt and paint air dry clay into a whimsical mushroom magnet.Free
  2. 11:30 AMDistrict 58's PTA Math ClubDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 5–12Math Club Prize Pick Up Pick up your prizes and new sheets for District 58's PTA Math Club.Free
  3. 5 PMIron Chef: Summer Reading EditionDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–12Grades 3 - 5 Make an edible creation based on our Summer Reading Theme: Plant a Seed, Read.Free
  4. 7:30 PMDistrict 58's PTA Math ClubDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 5–12Math Club Prize Pick Up Pick up your prizes and new sheets for District 58's PTA Math Club.Free
WedJul 29
  1. 11:30 AMDancing Feet with Tippitoes DanceDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–1218 - 36 months Adult and child pairs, join us for a dance and movement class.Free
  2. 12:15 PMDancing Feet with Tippitoes DanceDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Ages 3 - 5 Adult and child pairs, join us for a dance and movement class.Free
  3. 6 PMAnimal Explorations - BeaversDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–12Grades 1 - 3 Join us for facts and fun as we learn about a different animal each month.Free
ThuJul 30
  1. 5 PM3rd Annual Potato Fashion Show!Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Get your potato ready for the runway by making outfits out of various craft supplies.Free
  2. 5 PMIron Chef: Summer Reading EditionDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–13Grades 6 - 8 Make an edible creation based on our Summer Reading Theme: Plant a seed read.Free
FriJul 31
  1. 4 PMMoss Wall ArtDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Add an outside feel to your indoor space using preserved moss.Free
  2. 7:30 PMSummer Reading BashKingsley School - Kingsley School · Library · All agesKingsley School Parking Lot We are celebrating the 2026 Summer Reading Club.Free
SatAug 1
  1. 2 AMTeen Maker KitsDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Maker Kits are projects for teens to complete in Teen Central anytime the library is open!Free
  2. 12 PMWeekend StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Join us for picture books, songs, and activities to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills.Free
  3. 12:30 PMMammals & MoreDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 3–12Flying Fox Conservation is bringing the zoo to the library!Free
SunAug 2
  1. 3 PMTeen Central Open HouseDowners Grove Public Library - Teen Central · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Starting 6th or 7th grade this fall?Free
MonAug 3
  1. 2 AMPlant Alphabet Scavenger HuntDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 1–12Drop in anytime to solve the word of the week and get a small prize at the Kids Room desk.Free
  2. 4:30 PMMake & CreateDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–12(Grades 1 - 6) Grades 1-6. Kids, drop in to the Program Room to work on an activity. No parents allowed – just you and your creativity.…Free
TueAug 4
  1. 2 PMStamp CarvingDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Leave your mark by designing and carving your own custom stamp.Free
  2. 3 PMSewing Machine IntroDowners Grove Public Library - Training Room · Library · Ages 10–13Learn sewing essentials hands-on in this fun, beginner-friendly class.Free