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SUMMARY:Kite Day
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION CHANGE: Due to field conditions\, we are moving Kite Day to SOUTH RIDGE PARK (1450 Freeman Rd.)!\nReady for a sky-high adventure? Join us at South Ridge Park for a FREE Family Kite Day! Bring your kites\, family\, and friends for a day filled with smiles. Watch the sky come alive with kites of all shapes and sizes-it’s the perfect day to enjoy the outdoors together! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n-Kona Ice will be on-site-Crafts\, an open kite-flying area\, and a demo by Kite Harbor-Kites available for purchase \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring:\n-Your favorite kite\n-Sunscreen\n-Blankets or lawn chairs\n-Family and friends
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/kite-day/
LOCATION:South Ridge Park
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T100000
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SUMMARY:Spring Seed Bomb - Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Get your hands dirty and make a difference this spring! 🌱 \nSpring Seed Bomb Volunteer Event \n\nDate: May 9\nTime: 8:00–10:00 AM\nLocation: Fabbrini Park\n\nPre-registration is required\, sign up HERE. Gloves and tools will be provided—just bring your energy and enthusiasm while we plant native wildflowers and support our local ecosystem!
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/spring-seed-bomb-volunteer-event/
LOCATION:Fabbrini Park
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T140000
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CREATED:20260312T180246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T183036Z
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SUMMARY:Community Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Ready for a treasure hunt?HEParks Community Garage Sale is coming to the Seascape Parking Lot.  \nMay 9 | 9 AM–2 PM \nShop for unique finds\, vintage goodies\, and everyday deals from community vendors.Shopping is FREE! \nWant to sell? Sign up for a vendor spot and join the fun. Register Here.
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/41584/
LOCATION:Seascape Family Aquatic Center
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061916
CREATED:20260212T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T184633Z
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SUMMARY:Kids to Parks Day – A National Day of Outdoor Play
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day with a FREE day of outdoor fun at Vogelei Park & Barn!\nThis nationwide day encourages kids and families to explore their local parks and enjoy public lands. Get ready for a day packed with activities\, music\, and play! \nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, May 16Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PMLocation: Vogelei Park & Barn \n\nWhat’s Happening\n\n10:00 AM — Ribbon Cutting\n10:30–11:05 AM — Bubble Show (Twister City)\n11:30 am–12:15 PM — Andy Head\, Juggler\n\nOngoing Activities (10:00 AM–1:00 PM): \n\nInflatables\nVendor booths\nCommunity organization activities\n\n\nParking & Transportation\nPlease allow more time for parking since there is no on-site parking (except for limited handicap parking). \n\nEnter the park at the neighborhood entry point on Cambridge Lane\nNeighborhood street parking available on Jones\, Cambridge\, and Amherst\n\nFree shuttle service will run from: Winston Churchill Elementary School (1520 N. Jones Rd.\, Schaumburg) and AT&T Building (1325 Jones Rd.\, Hoffman Estates) \n\nBus drop off and pick up location is on Cambridge Lane\nBus will come every 10 minutes from 9:45 AM–1:15 PM\n\n\nPolice will assist with traffic flow. \n\nFood & Treats\nAvailable throughout the event (10:00 AM–1:00 PM): \n\nBarbecue Lunch food truck\nKona Ice\nBundt Cakes\n\n\nCommunity Partners On-Site\nMeet and interact with local organizations\, including: \n\nFire Department\nPolice Department\nLibrary\nYouth Commission\nSkyward Fencing\n\nPlus other vendors and community businesses. \n\nBig Thanks to Our Sponsor\nThis event is proudly presented by Ascension\, our Title Sponsor.Their support helps make this day of play possible. Be sure to check them out at the event!
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/kids-to-parks-day-a-national-day-of-outdoor-play/
LOCATION:Vogelei Park
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T171500
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SUMMARY:Try Racquetball for Free
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 7-16 looking to try something new! Step onto the court and discover the fast-paced fun of racquetball… no experience needed. This free class is your chance to learn the basics\, get moving\, and see why this high-energy sport is such a hit. Registration required!
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/try-racquetball-for-free/
LOCATION:Willow Recreation Center\, 3600 Lexington Drive
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T200000
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SUMMARY:*Live Music* @ Bridges Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Ready to rock and roll through the decades? \nCome experience the popular StingRays live! Bringing you the best of the 50s\, 60s & 70s with unbeatable energy\, great food\, and dance-worthy vibes! \nFREE to attend and open to the public! Order food & beverages while listening to music in our beer garden.
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/live-music-bridges-beer-garden/
LOCATION:Bridges Beer Garden
CATEGORIES:50+ Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T190000
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SUMMARY:Friends of HEParks - Golf the Green
DESCRIPTION:Friends of HEParks – Golf the Green Event ⛳️. \nTee up for a great cause and join us for Golf the Green—where every swing gives back. 100% of event admissions support the Friends of HEParks Foundation\, helping at-risk families in Hoffman Estates access recreational opportunities. \n• June 1\, 2026• 6:00 AM–7:00 PM• Bridges of Poplar Creek \nFor more information or to donate to Friends of HEParks Foundation\, visit: heparks.org/about/get-involved/friends-of-heparks-foundation/
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/friends-of-heparks-golf-the-green/
LOCATION:Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061916
CREATED:20260422T160733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T160733Z
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SUMMARY:Freezy Friday at South Ridge
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat and chill with the coolest crew in town at Freezy Fridays. Meet the HEPD (Hoffman Estates Police Department) for a fun\, family-friendly hangout filled with sweet treats\, friendly faces\, and summer vibes for everyone. \n\n South Ridge Park\nJune 5\n12:00–1:00 PM\n\nSee you there!
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/freezy-friday-at-south-ridge/
LOCATION:South Ridge Park
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061916
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T222542Z
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SUMMARY:Yappy Hour @ Bridges Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bridges Beer Garden\, enjoy live music from the School of Rock band and meet available dogs for adoption from Fetching Tails Foundation. \nFREE to attend and open to the public!
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/yappy-hour-bridges-beer-garden-2/
LOCATION:Bridges Beer Garden
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061916
CREATED:20260428T162554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T162554Z
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SUMMARY:Unplug Illinois Day
DESCRIPTION:This statewide movement\, led by the Illinois Parks & Recreation Association (IPRA) encourages everyone to step away from screens and “plug into” play\, community\, and nature! Join us at South Ridge Park for a FREE day of fun activities the whole family will enjoy.
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/unplug-illinois-day/
LOCATION:South Ridge Park
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061916
CREATED:20260420T224456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T224908Z
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SUMMARY:Yappy Hour @ Bridges Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bridges Beer Garden and meet available dogs for adoption from as Good as Gold. \nFREE to attend and open to the public!
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/yappy-hour-bridges-beer-garden-3/
LOCATION:Bridges Beer Garden
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T200000
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SUMMARY:*Live Music* @ Bridges Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:The King of Mars is for Alternative Rock fans interested in a new take on a classic sound. Created and led by frontman\, guitarist\, songwriter\, and lead vocalist\, John Bruner\, The King of Mars has evolved through stages of instrumentation and consistently features Chicago’s best talent. \nTheir live set is a mix of a few originals and covers ranging from 60’s rock from The Beatles to 2000’s rock from Red Hot Chili Peppers! \nFREE to attend and open to the public! Order food & beverages while listening to music in our beer garden.
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/live-music-bridges-beer-garden-2/
LOCATION:Bridges Beer Garden
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061917
CREATED:20260420T225124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T225124Z
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SUMMARY:Yappy Hour @ Bridges Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bridges Beer Garden and meet available dogs for adoption from Midwest Australian Shepard Rescue. \nExperience games\, auction\, raffles\, and more! \nFREE to attend and open to the public!
URL:https://www.heparks.org/event/yappy-hour-bridges-beer-garden-4/
LOCATION:Bridges Beer Garden
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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