Special Events

Take part in a FREE basic karate lesson and learn all about our upcoming session of karate! Kids age 4-6 will be from 5:00-5:30 pm and ages 7-12 will be from 5:45-6:15 pm at the Willow Center.

Enjoy a relaxing morning at Storytime at the Park at Willow Park! 🌳📚 In partnership with the Palatine Library, this free program invites families to gather from 10:00–10:30 AM for a fun and engaging outdoor storytime. • 📍 Location: Willow Park• ⏰ Time: 10:00–10:30 AM

Representatives from Burke Playground Manufacturers will be on-site at Vogelei Park to take pictures of the playground for promotional purposes. Those that want to take part in the shoot will receive a free t-shirt! Just show up and have fun!

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. Their live set is a mix of a few […]

Step into KINDERPLATZ, the children’s activity area at Platzkonzert Germanfest! HEParks will be on-site with engaging crafts, interactive games, and activities designed just for kids. It’s the perfect place for little festival-goers to explore, create, and have fun while parents enjoy the music, food, and festivities around them . This is a FREE Event! When: […]

Step into KINDERPLATZ, the children’s activity area at Platzkonzert Germanfest! HEParks will be on-site with engaging crafts, interactive games, and activities designed just for kids. It’s the perfect place for little festival-goers to explore, create, and have fun while parents enjoy the music, food, and festivities around them . This is a FREE Event! When: […]