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Things to do with kids in Northbrook

Family-friendly things to do in Northbrook in 2026: 33 kid-friendly events plus 0 parks, museums and venues. Next up: Thursday, August 13, 2026. Plan a weekend with FamHop.

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  1. Bat ChatThursday, August 13, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  2. What’s On The Menu?Saturday, August 15, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  3. River MonstersSunday, August 16, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  4. What’s On The Menu?Sunday, August 16, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  5. Wildlife ConnectionsTuesday, August 18, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  6. Hawk TalkSaturday, August 22, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  7. What’s On The Menu?Saturday, August 22, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  8. The Buzz on BeesSunday, August 23, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  9. What’s On The Menu?Sunday, August 23, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  10. Wildlife ConnectionsTuesday, August 25, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  11. What’s On The Menu?Saturday, August 29, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  12. What’s On The Menu?Sunday, August 30, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  13. Wildlife ConnectionsTuesday, September 1, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  14. Fridays in the FieldFriday, September 4, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  15. What’s On The Menu?Saturday, September 5, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  16. Animal EncounterSunday, September 6, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  17. What’s On The Menu?Sunday, September 6, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  18. Animal EncounterMonday, September 7, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  19. Small SerendipityTuesday, September 8, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  20. Wildlife ConnectionsTuesday, September 8, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  21. Volunteer WorkdaySaturday, September 12, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  22. What’s On The Menu?Saturday, September 12, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  23. Herbal Tea PartySunday, September 13, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center
  24. What’s On The Menu?Sunday, September 13, 2026 · River Trail Nature Center

Upcoming family events in Northbrook

ThuAug 13
  1. 8 PMBat ChatRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Learn about these fascinating creatures while watching for them over the river.Free
SatAug 15
  1. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
SunAug 16
  1. 12 PMRiver MonstersRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Search for and study the aquatic life of the Des Plaines River.Free
  2. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
TueAug 18
  1. 10:30 AMWildlife ConnectionsRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.Free
SatAug 22
  1. 1:30 PMHawk TalkRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Learn about one of our resident raptors.Free
  2. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
SunAug 23
  1. 1:30 PMThe Buzz on BeesRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Visit our beehives and meet the beekeepers to learn about bees, pollination and honey.Free
  2. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
TueAug 25
  1. 10:30 AMWildlife ConnectionsRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.Free
SatAug 29
  1. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
SunAug 30
  1. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
TueSep 1
  1. 10:30 AMWildlife ConnectionsRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.Free
FriSep 4
  1. 10 AMFridays in the FieldRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.Free
SatSep 5
  1. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
SunSep 6
  1. 1:30 PMAnimal EncounterRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals.Free
  2. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
MonSep 7
  1. 1:30 PMAnimal EncounterRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals.Free
TueSep 8
  1. 10 AMSmall SerendipityRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Nature stories, crafts, and activities. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.Free
  2. 10:30 AMWildlife ConnectionsRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.Free
SatSep 12
  1. 10 AMVolunteer WorkdayRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 5–12Help us work to make River Trail even better.Free
  2. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free
SunSep 13
  1. 12:30 PMHerbal Tea PartyRiver Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12It’s teatime! Learn about native plants you can grow in the garden then sample different infused teas made from them.Free
  2. 3 PMWhat’s On The Menu?River Trail Nature Center · Outdoors · Ages 3–12Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.Free