Events
With over 800 Festivals & Events running year round, concerts that include the top touring musical acts, countless farmers markets and car shows in the Chicago Southland, the hard part isn’t deciding IF you should come but rather which event you ARE going to attend. Whether it is Snow Day Festival at the Plum Creek Nature Center in January, Irish Fest at Chicago’s Gaelic Park in May, any of our year round farmers markets or Lansing Autumn Fest in October, you won’t have to travel far to find family friendly activities for any age.
Effective Monday, August 30, the state of Illinois is requiring that everyone age two or older be masked in indoor public spaces, regardless of whether they’re vaccinated until further notice.
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Below are the next 21 upcoming Sporting events in the Chicago Southland. Use the form above to search for specific events.
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ag Agricultural/Food/Harvest
c Cultural Event
w Workshop/Seminar
$ Admission Fee
h Holiday Celebration
m Music (Live)
o Outdoor Activity
s Sports Event/Recreational
f Fair, Carnival
e Expo/Consumer Show
p Parade
WOODS WALK
Nov 1, 2021 - Nov 30, 2021
Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Challenge yourself with this Forest Preserve hiking program. Hike seven of 10 pre-selected trails to earn a commemorative medallion. Hike all 10 for fitness and fun! Trails are located throughout Will County. For details on the pre-selected trails & how to pick up a travel log to record your hikes, visit ReconnectWithNature.org. Travel logs are due by December 31.
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Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Challenge yourself with this Forest Preserve hiking program. Hike seven of 10 pre-selected trails to earn a commemorative medallion. Hike all 10 for fitness and fun! Trails are located throughout Will County. For details on the pre-selected trails & how to pick up a travel log to record your hikes, visit ReconnectWithNature.org. Travel logs are due by December 31.
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VETERAN'S MONTH
Nov 8, 2021 - Nov 30, 2021
Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events
8580 Springlake Drive, Mokena, IL
708-457-7772
Veterans, enjoy a free race for your Military Service in November! That's right stop by & redeem your offer if you are a veteran. If you know one, please share this offer with them. Offer valid for one race per veteran. Offer expires 11/30/2021.
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Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events
8580 Springlake Drive, Mokena, IL
708-457-7772
Veterans, enjoy a free race for your Military Service in November! That's right stop by & redeem your offer if you are a veteran. If you know one, please share this offer with them. Offer valid for one race per veteran. Offer expires 11/30/2021.
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WINTER WONDERLAND ICE RINK weather permitting
Nov 27, 2021 - Nov 30, 2021
Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
TIME: Various
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Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
TIME: Various
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THE CARRAIG CHALLENGE 5K
Nov 28, 2021
Chicago Gaelic Park
6119 West 147th Street, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-9323
Chicago Gaelic Park is sponsoring the Carraig Challenge cross country 5k run or 1.5 mile walk. The entire event will take place on the 60 acres of Gaelic Park. Online registration is available at www.racetime.info. Proceeds benefit Gaelic Park Charities. Performance hoody (register by November 15)
TIME: 10AM-12PM
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Chicago Gaelic Park
6119 West 147th Street, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-9323
Chicago Gaelic Park is sponsoring the Carraig Challenge cross country 5k run or 1.5 mile walk. The entire event will take place on the 60 acres of Gaelic Park. Online registration is available at www.racetime.info. Proceeds benefit Gaelic Park Charities. Performance hoody (register by November 15)
TIME: 10AM-12PM
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CHEER
Nov 29, 2021
Markham Park District
16053 Richmond Avenue, Roesner Park, Markham, IL
708-596-3366
Join us as we flip & cheer our way into a season full of fun & excitement! rades 1st-8th every Monday beginning November 15, 2021. $80 per child. Fee includes uniform.
TIME: 6PM-7:30PM
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Markham Park District
16053 Richmond Avenue, Roesner Park, Markham, IL
708-596-3366
Join us as we flip & cheer our way into a season full of fun & excitement! rades 1st-8th every Monday beginning November 15, 2021. $80 per child. Fee includes uniform.
TIME: 6PM-7:30PM
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WINTER WONDERLAND ICE RINK weather permitting
Dec 1, 2021 - Dec 31, 2021
Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
TIME: Various
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Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
TIME: Various
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RUDOLPH DASH
Dec 10, 2021
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
Santa’s reindeer are busy getting ready for the big night. Join us as we have fun getting in shape too! We'll warm up with fun fitness activities then head to the indoor track for our dash! Kids will run the track and are met by a special visitor at the finish line. After all that exercise, runners can enjoy frozen hot chocolate, cookies & crafts! Parents do not stay for activities.
TIME: 5:30PM-6:30PM
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Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
Santa’s reindeer are busy getting ready for the big night. Join us as we have fun getting in shape too! We'll warm up with fun fitness activities then head to the indoor track for our dash! Kids will run the track and are met by a special visitor at the finish line. After all that exercise, runners can enjoy frozen hot chocolate, cookies & crafts! Parents do not stay for activities.
TIME: 5:30PM-6:30PM
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SUMMER IN DECEMBER
Dec 18, 2021
Tinley Fitness Pool
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Grab your Hawaiian shirt and beach bag because Tinley Fitness is having Summer in December! Enjoy bits of summer with family and friends at Tinley Fitness Pool! Advance registration required; no registration at the event permitted.
TIME: 6PM-8PM
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Tinley Fitness Pool
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Grab your Hawaiian shirt and beach bag because Tinley Fitness is having Summer in December! Enjoy bits of summer with family and friends at Tinley Fitness Pool! Advance registration required; no registration at the event permitted.
TIME: 6PM-8PM
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ALL YOU CAN RACE!
Dec 24, 2021
Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events
8580 Springlake Drive, Mokena, IL
901-596-5714
Come give Santa a chance to relax with some high-speed fun! All you can race from 3 pm - 6 pm is a great family fun activity you can all share together to burn off some of the Christmas excitement!
TIME: 3PM-6PM
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Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events
8580 Springlake Drive, Mokena, IL
901-596-5714
Come give Santa a chance to relax with some high-speed fun! All you can race from 3 pm - 6 pm is a great family fun activity you can all share together to burn off some of the Christmas excitement!
TIME: 3PM-6PM
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AXE THROWING MEET & GREET
Dec 29, 2021
Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events
8580 Springlake Drive, Mokena, IL
708-457-7772
Join us for the start of our winter axe league. Come out and see what axe throwing is all about!
TIME: 7PM-9PM
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Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events
8580 Springlake Drive, Mokena, IL
708-457-7772
Join us for the start of our winter axe league. Come out and see what axe throwing is all about!
TIME: 7PM-9PM
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WINTER WONDERLAND ICE RINK weather permitting
Jan 1, 2022 - Jan 31, 2022
Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
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Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
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WINTER JUMP FEST
Jan 17, 2022
The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center
10847 West LaPorte Road, Mokena, IL
708-390-2401
VIP Early Bird registration for an extra hour of jump time. Register by January 10: $10 per person and Jump from 2-8pm. Registration fee after January 10: $10, jump from 3-8pm. Pay at the door starts at 3pm: $12 per jumper. All ages welcome. No refunds. Children 11 and under must have a guardian with them.
TIME: 3PM-8PM
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The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center
10847 West LaPorte Road, Mokena, IL
708-390-2401
VIP Early Bird registration for an extra hour of jump time. Register by January 10: $10 per person and Jump from 2-8pm. Registration fee after January 10: $10, jump from 3-8pm. Pay at the door starts at 3pm: $12 per jumper. All ages welcome. No refunds. Children 11 and under must have a guardian with them.
TIME: 3PM-8PM
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WINTER WONDERLAND ICE RINK weather permitting
Feb 1, 2022 - Feb 27, 2022
Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
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Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Ice Rink usage will be by reservation only this winter. Reservations must be made during warming house hours for all visitors including those with their own skates. Reservations can be made online, at Sportsplex, or at Village Hall and are $3 per person. Skaters with their own skates may use ice rink daily beginning at sunrise when warming house is closed. Rink closes when warming house closes. WARMING HOUSE / SKATE RENTAL HOURS (sessions are subject to change) M–THUR: 4PM–7PM; FRI: 4PM–8PM; Sa: 12PM–8PM; Su: 12PM-7PM HOLIDAY SEASON(DEC 20–JAN 3) DAILY: 12PM–8PM DEC 24: 11AM– 2PM DEC 31: 1PM–4PM JAN 1: 11AM-4PM JAN 17: 12PM-7PM FEB 21: 12PM-7PM
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13TH ANNUAL HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR INDOOR TRIATHLON
Feb 27, 2022
HF Racquet/FitnessClub
2920 West 183rd Street, Homewood, IL
708-799-1323
Come swim, bike, and run over to the H-F Racquet & Fitness Center for the 13th Annual H-F Indoor Triathlon!
TIME: 7AM-3PM
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HF Racquet/FitnessClub
2920 West 183rd Street, Homewood, IL
708-799-1323
Come swim, bike, and run over to the H-F Racquet & Fitness Center for the 13th Annual H-F Indoor Triathlon!
TIME: 7AM-3PM
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OAK FOREST FLEADH 2022
Mar 5, 2022
Oak Forest-Crestwood Area Chamber of Commerce
15440 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-4600
Let's Fleadh Around Town for fitness, family and fun! Our 13th Annual Oak Forest Fleadh on Saturday, March 5, 2022 is a full day of events! At 8:30a, run or walk our 5k! The new course will bring you through many neighborhoods in Oak Forest. Online registration at www.raceroster.com Several kid-friendly activities will be hosted before the parade. Then, our family parade will step off at 11a, at 151st & Central Avenue heading south to Acorn Library. Afterwards, stop and enjoy your afternoon at our local bars & restaurants. Many will feature irish music and specials. Make sure to follow Oak Forest Fleadh on social media for all event details. 708-687-4600.
TIME: 8AM-11AM
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Oak Forest-Crestwood Area Chamber of Commerce
15440 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-4600
Let's Fleadh Around Town for fitness, family and fun! Our 13th Annual Oak Forest Fleadh on Saturday, March 5, 2022 is a full day of events! At 8:30a, run or walk our 5k! The new course will bring you through many neighborhoods in Oak Forest. Online registration at www.raceroster.com Several kid-friendly activities will be hosted before the parade. Then, our family parade will step off at 11a, at 151st & Central Avenue heading south to Acorn Library. Afterwards, stop and enjoy your afternoon at our local bars & restaurants. Many will feature irish music and specials. Make sure to follow Oak Forest Fleadh on social media for all event details. 708-687-4600.
TIME: 8AM-11AM
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RUNNING O' THE GREEN 8K
Mar 6, 2022
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Awards given for first, second and third place runners in all age categories, male and female, based on chip timing. The first 550 registered participants receive a unisex long sleeve tech shirt.
TIME: 8AM
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Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Awards given for first, second and third place runners in all age categories, male and female, based on chip timing. The first 550 registered participants receive a unisex long sleeve tech shirt.
TIME: 8AM
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PRAIRIE DUSTUP VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
Apr 23, 2022 - Apr 24, 2022
Southland Center, A Ho-Chunk Nation Enterprise
10 Southland Drive, Lynwood, IL
We build you play sports group is hosting it's first annual Prairie Dustup Volleyball Tournament. Come out and watch some volleyball at the Southland Center!
TIME: 8AM-9PM
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Southland Center, A Ho-Chunk Nation Enterprise
10 Southland Drive, Lynwood, IL
We build you play sports group is hosting it's first annual Prairie Dustup Volleyball Tournament. Come out and watch some volleyball at the Southland Center!
TIME: 8AM-9PM
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WOODS WALK
Sep 1, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022
Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Nature & fitness enthusiasts-challenge yourself to hike 10 pre-selected Will County trails. Trail distances range from 1.5 to 4 miles. Hikers log completed trails in the Hiking Guide. Logging 7 of the 10 trails earns the hiker a 2022 woods Walk commemorative metal badge.
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Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Nature & fitness enthusiasts-challenge yourself to hike 10 pre-selected Will County trails. Trail distances range from 1.5 to 4 miles. Hikers log completed trails in the Hiking Guide. Logging 7 of the 10 trails earns the hiker a 2022 woods Walk commemorative metal badge.
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WOODS WALK
Oct 1, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Nature & fitness enthusiasts-challenge yourself to hike 10 pre-selected Will County trails. Trail distances range from 1.5 to 4 miles. Hikers log completed trails in the Hiking Guide. Logging 7 of the 10 trails earns the hiker a 2022 woods Walk commemorative metal badge.
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Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Nature & fitness enthusiasts-challenge yourself to hike 10 pre-selected Will County trails. Trail distances range from 1.5 to 4 miles. Hikers log completed trails in the Hiking Guide. Logging 7 of the 10 trails earns the hiker a 2022 woods Walk commemorative metal badge.
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PUMPKIN FUN RUN
Oct 15, 2022
Hadley Valley Preserve - Gougar Road Assess
18304 Gougar Rd, goes thru New Lenox & Homer Townships, Joliet, IL
815-727-8700
This event will be a pumpkin themed fun run designed for participants of all ages to enjoy a leisurely run or walk. After the fun run, everyone will have the opportunity to pick up a pumpkin to take home. For this run, the access is in Joliet, but this section of the preserve also is in New Lenox Township & the rest of the preserve going northeast is in Homer Township. 8AM-10AM Wave 1 & 10AM-1PM Wave 2.
TIME: Various
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Hadley Valley Preserve - Gougar Road Assess
18304 Gougar Rd, goes thru New Lenox & Homer Townships, Joliet, IL
815-727-8700
This event will be a pumpkin themed fun run designed for participants of all ages to enjoy a leisurely run or walk. After the fun run, everyone will have the opportunity to pick up a pumpkin to take home. For this run, the access is in Joliet, but this section of the preserve also is in New Lenox Township & the rest of the preserve going northeast is in Homer Township. 8AM-10AM Wave 1 & 10AM-1PM Wave 2.
TIME: Various
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WOODS WALK
Nov 1, 2022 - Nov 30, 2022
Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Nature & fitness enthusiasts-challenge yourself to hike 10 pre-selected Will County trails. Trail distances range from 1.5 to 4 miles. Hikers log completed trails in the Hiking Guide. Logging 7 of the 10 trails earns the hiker a 2022 woods Walk commemorative metal badge.
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Will County Forest Preserve Trails
Various locations, Beecher, IL
815-727-8700
Nature & fitness enthusiasts-challenge yourself to hike 10 pre-selected Will County trails. Trail distances range from 1.5 to 4 miles. Hikers log completed trails in the Hiking Guide. Logging 7 of the 10 trails earns the hiker a 2022 woods Walk commemorative metal badge.
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