Polar Express - COMPLETELY SOLD OUT!
2023-12-03 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
THIS EVENT IS COMPLETELY SOLD OUT.
Journey to the “North Pole” and listen to the story of the Polar Express . Riders board the train in Roselle for their trip to the “North Pole” (Elgin) to pick up Santa. Santa visits each family on the train to hand out the First Gift of Christmas. Back at the station, Santa visits with each child, refreshments are served, and each child receives a keepsake. Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure. Parking is available.
A parent or guardian must accompany child(ren). Fee is per person. Every adult and child must be pre-registered for this event; space is limited. Pre-registration required.

Activity location: Roselle Train Station 540 Irving Park Road, Roselle

Grinchmas - Dec 8
2023-12-08 16:45 - 19:00 | Coyote Crossing Mini Golf, 27W650 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL, 60185
The Grinch has taken over Whoville and can’t wait to see you! Take a walk around our own Whoville with your family, play games and collect treats from all the Whos, then put on your best grinchy face to for a photo with Santa and the Grinch! Trail and meet-and-greet will be outside and takes approximately 20-25 minutes. Please wear weather appropriate clothes and shoes.
Advance registration required by December 6.

Register by December 1 to save!

You must arrive during your chosen arrival window. All children must be registered and accompanied by an adult (free).

Early Registration – Resident: expires Dec 1, 2023
$12.00

Early Registration – Non-Resident: expires Dec 1, 2023
$18.00

Resident Fee: beginning Dec 2, 2023
$15.00

Non-Resident Fee: beginning Dec 2, 2023
$22.00

REGISTER FOR Friday, Dec 8 – 27519
REGISTER FOR Saturday, Dec 9 – 27520

Grinchmas - Dec 9
2023-12-09 16:45 - 19:00 | Coyote Crossing Mini Golf, 27W650 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL, 60185

SPECIAL EVENT: Dashing through the Pool
2023-12-17 12:30 - 14:30 | Fountain View Recreation Center, 910 N Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Join Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, and of course Rudolph at this Christmas-themed Pool Party! Christmas trivia, candy canes, and Christmas music will make this day a “sleighing” good time. All in attendance must register.
Residents $3, Nonresidents $5
Hosted by our partner, JEM.

Ugly Sweater Cycle Sing-a-long!
2023-12-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Fountain View Fitness, 910 N. Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
NEW! SPECIAL HOLIDAY WORKOUT
We will have 22 bikes available – first come, first served!
Sweat in your ugly sweater while you cycle and sing your heart out to your favorite holiday songs!
No charge for fitness members. Nonmembers can purchase a daily pass to participate.

Talent Takeover Mini Camp
2023-12-28 09:30 - 15:30 | Fountain View Recreation Center, 910 N Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Join us for a fun day celebrating your talent! Your participant will learn about others’ talents, participate in games, a craft AND wow your parents at the end of the day with a mini talent show.
Ages 5-14
Dec 28
9:30am-3:30pm
Fountain View Recreation Center

Princess Tea & Tip Toes Camp
2023-12-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Basic ballet skills are introduced to preschoolers along with a princess themed craft and tea party. Princess costumes that allow for movement are encouraged.
Look out for some real live princesses!
Ages 3-5
Dec 28, 29
10am-Noon

Teenie Weenie New Year's Eve Ball
2023-12-29 10:30 - 12:30 | Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Kick off the New Year Teenie Weenie style! Kids 8 and under get an early start on the festivities as we countdown to Noon! Activities include a DJ and dancing, a bounce house, games, crafts, and a balloon drop. Light refreshments are served. Fee is per child, adults are free but required to stay at the event.

Register by December 20 to save!
Advance registration required.
Pre-Registration closes December 28.

Early Registration – Resident expires Dec 20, 2023
$11.00

Early Registration – Non-resident expires Dec 20, 2023
$17.00

Resident Fee – after 12/20, beginning Dec 21, 2023
$15.00

Non-Resident Fee -after 12/20, beginning Dec 21, 2023
$23.00

Preschool Winter Break Mini Camps
2024-01-02 09:30 - 11:30 | Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
We are offering fun, themed mini camps for preschoolers early January, when school is still out.
From 9:30-11:30am each day
$24 resident, $36 nonresident
Tue, Jan 2 – Penguins & Polar Bears
Wed, Jan 3 – Snow Fun
Thu, Jan 4 – Fun with Frosty
Fri, Jan 5 – Winter Fest
Click on registration link to see all.
Costumes can be worn to camp if they fit the theme!
Register for any combination of days.
Child must be potty trained.

Dancenastics Camp
2024-01-03 09:30 - 15:30 | Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
You’ll flip for our winter break dance and gymnastics camp! Participants use beam, bars, floor, vault and Tumbltrak. Dance styles include ballet, jazz and musical theatre. Campers will also create a craft to add extra fun to their day!

Hiring Event - Get your summer job now!
2024-01-04 15:30 - 17:30 | Fountain View Recreation Center, 910 N Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
This is the time of year we hire staff for summer camp, concessions, water park, mini golf, sports attendants and more. If your college student is home from school and needs a summer job, or your high school student is looking for a first job, this event is perfect! Or are you looking for part-time work to supplement your income? Maybe you’re retired or a stay-at-home parent. We welcome everyone! This hiring event is informal – no resume, no dressing up required. No appointments required either. Just come on in.

Days Off Club - Jan 15
2024-01-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Grades: K-6th (open to students of all school districts). Participants enjoy field trips, special events and theme days with crafts, games and sports. Before and After care also offered. Register 72 hours in advance to receive the best rates.

January 15: Picture Show

Days Off Club - Feb 19
2024-02-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Grades: K-6th (open to students of all school districts). Participants enjoy field trips, special events and theme days with crafts, games and sports. Before and After care also offered. Register 72 hours in advance to receive the best rates.

February 19: FVRC Pool and Gym

Hiring Event for Spring/Summer
2024-03-13 15:30 - 17:30 | Fountain View Recreation Center, 910 N Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
March 13 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at Fountain View Recreation Center. This is the time of year we hire staff for summer camp, concessions, water park, mini golf, sports attendants and more. If your college student is home from school and needs a summer job, or your high school student is looking for a first job, this event is perfect! Or are you looking for part-time work to supplement your income? Maybe you’re retired or a stay-at-home parent. We welcome everyone! This hiring event is informal – no resume, no dressing up required. No appointments required either. Just come on in.

Spring Fling Family Breakfast
2024-03-23 09:30 - 11:00 | Fountain View Recreation Center, 910 N Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Celebrate the beginning of spring with our Spring Fling Family Breakfast! Enjoy a seated breakfast, spring crafts, a visit from the Easter Bunny and an indoor egg hunt. All participants (adult and child) must be registered. You may be seated with other people.
Register by March 10 to save. Registration closes March 17, no walk-up registrations will be accepted. No refunds will be issued after registration deadline.

Flashlight Egg Hunt
2024-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Coyote Crossing Mini Golf, 27W650 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL, 60185
Hunt for eggs under the moonlight at Coyote Crossing. Lots of candy and prizes to find! Bring a flashlight, basket to collect your eggs and a camera to snap a photo with the Bunny and Cody Coyote. Hunters should check in 15 minutes prior to scheduled hunt time. Hunt will begin promptly at the time your signed up for.
Times are: 7:30, 7:55, 8:20 and 8:45pm
Register by March 17 and save. Registration will close when the time slot is filled. Registration closes March 27. Fee is per child.

Frozen Jr. Performances - 4 shows
2024-04-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Glenbard North High School, 990 Kuhn Rd, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Watch park district children sing and dance in this enchanting modern classic from Disney! Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

Performances – THESE ARE THE TIMES YOU SHOULD NOTE
Cast 1: April 6 at 2pm and April 7 at 7pm
Cast 2: April 6 at 7pm and April 7 at 2pm

Teenie Weenie Princess Ball (and VIP Special)
2024-04-20 11:00 - 12:15
Calling all princes and princesses! Join your favorite princesses for an enchanting time of magic and fun! Enjoy live performances, engaging meet and greets, photo ops, interactive activities and more. All participants receive a ribbon wand upon entry. In partnership with Princess Fairytale Parties.

Register by April 1 to save!
Advanced registration required.
Pre-registration closes April 18.
Price is per child. Adults are free and are limited to two adults per child.

Prior to the princess ball, there is a VIP princess/prince opportunity. From 10:30am to 11am – Gain 30 minutes early access to the ball and hear a story reading, participate in our signature Princess Pledge and coronation ceremony and receive a real tiara, play a game, and get some extra meet and greet time with a cute mini autograph book included! Limited spots available! Fee includes the entire event from 10:30am to 12:15pm. REGISTER

Auditions for Shrek Jr. Theatre Production
2024-04-24 16:00 - 20:30, 2024-04-26 16:00 - 20:30 | Fountain View Recreation Center, 910 N Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.

Auditions April 24 and 26
Call backs April 28

Payment plans available: 50% due upon registration, and the final balance due on June 1st prior to rehearsal start date. $10 T shirt fee due at registration

Candyland Trail
2024-04-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Coyote Crossing Mini Golf, 27W650 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL, 60185
The classic childhood game is brought to life in a sweet trail! Children follow the interactive winding colorful trail through themed lands playing games, collecting treats and meeting characters! Trail takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Pre-register and save! Pre-registration closes April 19.
Walk-up Registration $25, accepted if space allows.
All children must be registered and accompanied by an adult (free).

Coyote Crossing Mini Golf opens May 4 - Happy 20 Years to Us!
2024-05-04 11:00 - 21:00 | Coyote Crossing Mini Golf, 27W650 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL, 60185
Cody Coyote and Coyote Crossing Mini Golf course turn 20 years this year! We’re planning a season of fun events, theme days, family days and more! Stay tuned. Browse the webpage for more information – https://www.csparks.org/coyote-crossing-mini-golf/

Coral Cove Water Park Opening Day - May 25 - Planned Activities 11am-2pm
2024-05-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Coral Cove Water Park, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Opening Day Activities – 11am – 2pm
Join us on opening day and enjoy DJ entertainment, contests with prizes, concession specials, and receive a member giveaway while supplies last.
Full Day hours are 11am to 7:30 pm on Saturday.
See website for all hours: Coral Cove Water Park

Memorial Day Ceremony - May 27
2024-05-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Carol Stream Town Center, Gary Ave & Lies Rd, Carol Stream, IL
Join us at Carol Stream’s Town Center for the annual Memorial Day Ceremony, hosted by Carol Stream VFW Post 10396.
Ceremony beings at 11am.
Address – 960 N. Gary Ave, Carol Stream

Welcome – Rich Hildenbrand, Commander of Carol Stream VFW Post 10396
National Anthem – Please remove your caps.
Armed Forces Medley – At this time we invite veterans to stand and come forward when your branch of service is played.
Prayer – Post Chaplain, Roland Johnson.
Read General Order
Adjunct, Mike Johns
VFW Wreath Presentation – Gold Star Families
Introduction of Speaker – Laurie Emmer, Past IL State VFW Commander
Musical Interlude – Proud to be an American
Rifle Salute – Riflemen: Lou Lingwai, Jim Plumb, Tom McNeil
Taps – Performed by Bill Mertz
Bag Pipes – Amazing Grace performed by Dan McNeil
Final Comments and Dismissal

Bring a Friend Day at Coral Cove Water Park
2024-06-04 11:00 - 19:30 | Coral Cove Water Park, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Grab a friend and bring them down to Coral Cove Wave Park for a day of free swimming.
Limit 1 guest per family. For members only.
Water Park hours on June 4 are: 11am-7:30pm
Weather dependent.

Armstrong Park Pickleball Courts Grand Opening
2024-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Armstrong Park, 391 Illini Dr, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
June 5 – 6-8pm
Armstrong Park – 391 Illini Drive – Park in South Lot

Ribbon Cutting – 6pm
Free Demos – Learn to Play (No Equipment Necessary or Bring Your Own)
Free Tournament
Free Concessions Item
Raffle Prize
Giveaway for First 100 Attendees

Taylor Swift Day at Coral Cove Water Park
2024-06-13
Join your fellow Swifties at this Taylor Swift
themed day. Listen to Taylor Swift music and
trade friendship bracelets with your friends.

Dads Get in for FREE this Father's Day at Coral Cove Water Park
2024-06-16
All dads get in free with purchase of day pass
or with a member.

Father's Day Fishing Derby
2024-06-16 08:30 - 11:00
Start Father’s Day off by bringing Dad to theannual Fishing Derby at Bierman Park. Enjoy alight breakfast by the pond and try to catch the‘big one’. Each participant receives a goodiebag and prizes are awarded to participants ineach of the age categories, including Dads.Dads (Free)
Bierman Park, 1253 Woodlake Drive, Carol StreamRegister Now: $16R/$24NR
Registration Links
Registration for Dad
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-8
Ages 9-12
Ages 13+

Members Only Early Open at Coral Cove Water Park
2024-06-18 10:00 - 11:00
Coral Cove Water Park members gain early access to the water park on June 18 at 10am, beat the crowds!
