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Things to do with kids in Downers Grove

Family-friendly things to do in Downers Grove in 2026: 146 kid-friendly events plus 1 parks, museums and venues. Next up: Saturday, September 5, 2026. Plan a weekend with FamHop.

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  2. Weekend StorytimeSaturday, September 5, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  3. Pokemon FunSaturday, September 5, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  4. Preschool Alphabet HuntTuesday, September 8, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  5. Toddler StorytimeTuesday, September 8, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  6. Toddler StorytimeTuesday, September 8, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  7. Take & Make: Batman Cross StitchWednesday, September 9, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  8. Toddler StorytimeWednesday, September 9, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  9. Infant StorytimeWednesday, September 9, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  10. Mini Mad Scientists - ColorsWednesday, September 9, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  11. Infant StorytimeThursday, September 10, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  12. Drop-In CraftThursday, September 10, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  13. Knit Happens: Knitting & Crochet GroupThursday, September 10, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room
  14. Preschool StorytimeThursday, September 10, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  15. Freedom to Read ReceptionThursday, September 10, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - First Floor Lobby
  16. Knit Happens: Knitting & Crochet GroupThursday, September 10, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room
  17. Read to the DogsThursday, September 10, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  18. Teen Maker KitsFriday, September 11, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library
  19. Mini Mad Scientists - ColorsFriday, September 11, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  20. Hong Kong Mah Jong… FOR KIDS!Friday, September 11, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  21. Food and Toiletry DriveSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - First Floor Lobby
  22. Freedom to Read: Screen Printed T-ShirtsSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room
  23. Weekend StorytimeSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
  24. ACT Practice TestSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
  25. Freedom to Read: Screen Printed T-ShirtsSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room

Family-friendly spots in Downers Grove

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Upcoming family events in Downers Grove

SatSep 5
  1. 12 PMWeekend StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Join us every weekend for picture books, songs, and activities designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills.Free
  2. 5 PMPokemon FunDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–12Trade cards, play games, talk with fellow fans, and maybe win a new pack of cards!Free
TueSep 8
  1. 2 AMPreschool Alphabet HuntDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 1–12Practice your letters as you hunt for the alphabet in the Kids Room to earn a sticker.Free
  2. 11:30 AMToddler StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Up to 36 months Songs, rhymes, stories, and movement to promote early literacy, vocabulary, and motor skills for walking toddlers and their caregivers.Free
  3. 12:30 PMToddler StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Up to 36 months Songs, rhymes, stories, and movement to promote early literacy, vocabulary, and motor skills for walking toddlers and their caregivers.Free
WedSep 9
  1. 2 AMTake & Make: Batman Cross StitchDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 6-12 Celebrate Batman Day by cross stitching your own Cape Crusader Stop by and pick up a craft.Free
  2. 11:30 AMToddler StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Up to 36 months Songs, rhymes, stories, and movement to promote early literacy, vocabulary, and motor skills for walking toddlers and their caregivers.Free
  3. 12:30 PMInfant StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Caregivers with babies not yet walking will enjoy songs, stories, and movement to promote early literacy, vocabulary, and motor skills.Free
  4. 6 PMMini Mad Scientists - ColorsDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Ages 3 - 5 Explore the simple science behind a topic.Free
ThuSep 10
  1. 11:30 AMInfant StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Caregivers with babies not yet walking will enjoy songs, stories, and movement to promote early literacy, vocabulary, and motor skills.Free
  2. 12 PMDrop-In CraftDowners Grove Public Library · Library · Ages 1–12Apple Craft Stop by the Kids Room to make a craft.Free
  3. 12 PMKnit Happens: Knitting & Crochet GroupDowners Grove Public Library - Training Room · Library · Ages 10–13All skill levels are welcome to learn, share, and enjoy.Free
  4. 12:30 PMPreschool StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Ages 3 - 5 Join us for picture books, songs, and activities designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills.Free
  5. 8 PMFreedom to Read ReceptionDowners Grove Public Library - First Floor Lobby · Library · Ages 3–13Join the library in celebrating the Freedom to Read in the cafe!Free
  6. 8 PMKnit Happens: Knitting & Crochet GroupDowners Grove Public Library - Training Room · Library · Ages 10–13All skill levels are welcome to learn, share, and enjoy.Free
  7. 9 PMRead to the DogsDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–13Register with the Kids Room Reading to dogs can improve children’s reading and communication skills - it’s also fun!Free
FriSep 11
  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. 12:30 PMMini Mad Scientists - ColorsDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Ages 3 - 5 Explore the simple science behind a topic.Free
  3. 6 PMHong Kong Mah Jong… FOR KIDS!Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 5–13Grades 5 - 8 Have you heard of Mah Jong? Learn to build a wall, make sets, and experience the awesome sensory thrill of this Chinese-style…Free
SatSep 12
  1. 2 AMFood and Toiletry DriveDowners Grove Public Library - First Floor Lobby · Library · Ages 3–13For the Cupboard Bring donations for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members.Free
  2. 12 PMFreedom to Read: Screen Printed T-ShirtsDowners Grove Public Library - Training Room · Library · Ages 10–13Get creative and make your own custom T-shirt with vinyl and ink!Free
  3. 12 PMWeekend StorytimeDowners Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room · Library · Ages 1–12Join us every weekend for picture books, songs, and activities designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills.Free
  4. 2:30 PMACT Practice TestDowners Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100) · Library · Ages 10–13Grades 9-12 Bring #2 pencils, a calculator, and a snack for halfway.Free
  5. 3 PMFreedom to Read: Screen Printed T-ShirtsDowners Grove Public Library - Training Room · Library · Ages 10–13Get creative and make your own custom T-shirt with vinyl and ink!Free