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Things to do with kids in Willow Springs

Family-friendly things to do in Willow Springs in 2026: 22 kid-friendly events plus 1 parks, museums and venues. Next up: Sunday, September 6, 2026. Plan a weekend with FamHop.

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  2. Autumn WingsSunday, September 6, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  3. Everyone in NatureWednesday, September 9, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  4. S.e.n.i.o.r.s.Thursday, September 10, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  5. Moth PicnicThursday, September 10, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  6. Adaptive Kayaking – Provider TrainingFriday, September 11, 2026 · Camp Bullfrog Lake
  7. Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill DevelopmentFriday, September 11, 2026 · Camp Bullfrog Lake
  8. Magical Forest HousesSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  9. Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill DevelopmentSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Camp Bullfrog Lake
  10. R.I.P. StewardshipSaturday, September 12, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  11. Sunrise HikeSunday, September 13, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  12. Birding Across HabitatsSaturday, September 19, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  13. Feeding TimeSaturday, September 19, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  14. Yoga and StorytimeMonday, September 21, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  15. Nature’s Art BoxThursday, September 24, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  16. Party for the PreservesSaturday, September 26, 2026 · Camp Bullfrog Lake
  17. Sounds Like FallMonday, September 28, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  18. Sounds Like FallMonday, September 28, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  19. Fall in FocusSaturday, October 3, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  20. Nuts About NatureSaturday, October 3, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  21. Sounds Like FallMonday, October 5, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  22. Sounds Like FallMonday, October 5, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
  23. S.e.n.i.o.r.s.Thursday, October 8, 2026 · Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center

Family-friendly spots in Willow Springs

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Upcoming family events in Willow Springs

SunSep 6
  1. 10:30 AMAutumn WingsLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us for a fall walk-and-talk to learn about the wild and amazing life of our native butterflies.Free
WedSep 9
  1. 1 PMEveryone in NatureLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 5–12Join us for an inclusive sensory-based experience where individuals of all abilities and homeschool learners can explore and connect with…Free
ThuSep 10
  1. 10 AMS.e.n.i.o.r.s.Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12S eniors E njoying N ature I nside/ O utside R ain or S hine!Free
  2. 8 PMMoth PicnicLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us for a nighttime moth attraction hike and see which moths appear on our white sheet under black light.Free
FriSep 11
  1. 9 AMAdaptive Kayaking – Provider TrainingCamp Bullfrog Lake · Outdoors · Ages 3–12A hands-on, skills-based session that equips local providers with the tools, techniques, and confidence to safely deliver inclusive…Free
  2. 4 PMAdaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill DevelopmentCamp Bullfrog Lake · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build…Free
SatSep 12
  1. 12 AMMagical Forest HousesLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 5–12Search for tiny, enchanted, homes built by mythical elves.Free
  2. 10 AMAdaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill DevelopmentCamp Bullfrog Lake · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build…Free
  3. 10 AMR.I.P. StewardshipLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 5–12Help us restore native habitats – R emove I nvasive P lants with bow saws or loppers.Free
SunSep 13
  1. 6 AMSunrise HikeLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day.Free
SatSep 19
  1. 8 AMBirding Across HabitatsLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Naturalist-led hike searching for birds in woodlands, prairies and wetlands.Free
  2. 11 AMFeeding TimeLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Learn about the diets of our ambassador animals, their habitats and observe a feeding demonstration.Free
MonSep 21
  1. 11 AMYoga and StorytimeLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join the Bridgeview Library for a short nature story followed by kid’s yoga activities.Free
ThuSep 24
  1. 10:30 AMNature’s Art BoxLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.Free
SatSep 26
  1. 12 PMParty for the PreservesCamp Bullfrog Lake · Outdoors · Ages 5–12Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a day of activities.Free
MonSep 28
  1. 10 AMSounds Like FallLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk.Free
  2. 11:30 AMSounds Like FallLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk.Free
SatOct 3
  1. 10 AMFall in FocusLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 5–13Bring a camera or phone and join a guided photography hike.Free
  2. 1 PMNuts About NatureLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Explore the grounds to find native nuts and learn how animals use them for food and survival.sqFree
MonOct 5
  1. 10 AMSounds Like FallLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk.Free
  2. 11:30 AMSounds Like FallLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk.Free
ThuOct 8
  1. 10 AMS.e.n.i.o.r.s.Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12S eniors E njoying N ature I nside/ O utside R ain or S hine!Free