Springtime – the season to get outside, enjoy the fresh air and begin anew, just as the nature surrounding us does the same. We’ve got literally hundreds of activities from which you can choose, so plan your time accordingly. For a full lineup of spring adventures, visit foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/events/. For starters, check out these 10 events to consider adding to your calendar.
Lucky Lil’ Leprechauns
The end of the rainbow can be found at the Vaughan Athletic Center! Will there be a pot of gold? That’s for you to find out! Participants can look forward to St. Paddy’s Day games, crafts, and a fun photo-op. Register early for a discounted rate!
When: Thursday, March 12 – 10:30 a.m. to noon
Where: Vaughan Athletic Center – 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora
Ages: 3Y to 5Y
Register online
Maple Fest
Join our annual tradition of turning maple sap into maple syrup. After a short presentation, head to the trails to learn some of the history behind how this delicious product was made throughout the years, before ending with a scrumptious tasting! Additional refreshments will be available for purchase.
When: Saturday, March 21 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Red Oak Nature Center – 2343 S. River Street (Rte. 25), Batavia
Ages: Open to everyone
Register online
Bunny Brunch
Enjoy brunch, crafts, games and a personal visit from the Easter Bunny! Each attending child must be registered and accompanied by an adult. Register by Friday, March 27. Don’t forget the camera!
When: Saturday, April 4 – 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Prisco Community Center – 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora
Ages: 2Y to 10Y
Register online
Glow-In-The-Dark Egg Hunt
Grab your flashlight and get ready to party at Blackberry Farm! Enjoy hayrides, dancing, games and a Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt with prizes! Dinner will be provided and pre-registration is required.
When: Thursday, April 9 – 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Blackberry Farm – 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
Ages: 9Y to 13Y
Register online
Storytime with the Easter Bunny
Families are invited to stop by Blackberry Farm and visit with the Easter Bunny. The group will read a book with the Easter Bunny and make a small craft. Please register each child age one and up that will be attending; children must be accompanied by an adult.
When: Friday, April 10 – 10 to 10:45 a.m.
Where: Blackberry Farm – 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
Ages: 1Y to 6Y
Register online
Milo’s Marvelous Egg Hunt
Join Milo, our resident bunny, and hop on over for a traditional egg hunt at Blackberry Farm. Plastic eggs will be filled with candy and prizes for 3 different age groups (2 & under, 3-5, 6-9). The Easter Bunny will be on-hand for pictures. Adults must accompany children, though only children need to be registered. Don’t forget your basket and camera!
When: Saturday, April 11 – 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Blackberry Farm – 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
Ages: 2Y to 9Y
Register online
Barnyard Dash 5K & Pig Pen 1-miler
Celebrate the spring season and run or walk the Barnyard Dash 5K! This scenic, USTAF-certified trail races around beautiful Blackberry Farm and down the Virgil Gilman Trail. This unique race event features a 5K starting at 8:30 a.m. and a shorter Pig Pen 1-miler at 9:45 a.m. Families are encouraged to sign up for the Pig Pen 1-miler with children ages 5 & up.
When: Saturday, April 25 – 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Where: Blackberry Farm – 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
Ages: Open to everyone
Register online
Superhero Smash
Bring your superhero out for this super afternoon of games, crafts, snacks, real-life superheroes, and fighting off evildoers! Register by April 18 for discounted pricing!
When: Saturday, April 25 – 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Eola Community Center – 555 S. Eola Rd., Aurora
Ages: 2Y to 9Y
Register online
Bikini Bottom Bash
Are ya ready, kids? Join us for a fun-filled afternoon playing out the best times of SpongeBob SquarePants. Games, snacks and challenges will part of the fun in the pineapple under the sea.
When: Saturday, May 9 – 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Vaughan Athletic Center – 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora
Ages: 6Y to 10Y
Register online
Spring Spikeball Tournament
Sign up to participate in our 1st Annual Spring Spikeball Tournament. Teams can register with a minimum of 2 players and a maximum of 4 players. Teams will be placed in age appropriate brackets. Spikeball Roundnet Association Rules will apply.
When: Sunday, May 17 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Eola Community Center – 555 S. Eola Rd., Aurora
Ages: 10Y & up.
Register online
