Plug into Nature - Wheaton Park District

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Lincoln Marsh joins the Illinois Park and Recreation Association community awareness campaign to “Unplug Illinois”. Ditch your electronic devices and join us to plug into nature at the Prairie Patch Play Area. Enjoy activities, crafts, and open play!

8th Annual Unplug Illinois Day

The 8th Annual Unplug Illinois Day is Saturday, July 11, 2026 – join park, recreation, and conservation agencies state-wide in planning an event to highlight the programs and facilities that make your community thrive! Unplug Illinois promotes the ...

Unplug at Arroyo Trails

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Escape the digital jungle and jump into Unplug Illinois! Dive into a world of play, creativity, friendship, adventure, and family fun with the Illinois Park & Recreation Association’s state-wide extravaganza.

Unplug Illinois at the Roselle Park District

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Ditch your devices and get outside and Unplug with the Roselle Park District! Join us at the Scout Lodge for a fun morning of activities, including a Foam Party! Don't forget your beach towel and swimsuit.

Decorate the Deck at the Bartlett Park District

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Unplug Illinois! Join us on the pool deck and showcase your artistic talents with colorful chalk drawings. Chalk will be provided—just bring your creativity!

Unplug Day at the Beach - Winnetka Park District

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Unplug at the annual Beach Carnival. Children will spend the afternoon sliding down a giant 25-ft inflatable water slide, play in the foam party pit, play carnival games, and win prizes.

Creatures at Crawford-Village of Libertyville Recreation Department

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Come adventure out after dark to celebrate Unplug Illinois! Discover the creatures that go bump in the night during a live animal presentation, then create your own trail mix and firefly jar.