Unplug Illinois Calendar
The Great Ball Pursuit- Unplug Illinois New Lenox Park District
5:00 PM - 9:00 AM
To celebrate the annual unplug Illinois Day, join in the hunt for The Great Ball Pursuit! We encourage participants to "unplug" from their electronic devices and plug into play, creativity and adventure at our parks with family and friends.
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!
Mega Summer Games - Waukegan Park District
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This summer, we plan to enhance the celebration by hosting a fun-filled outdoor day featuring a variety of oversized games.
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 ...
NORMAL IL - PACK THE PARK and STRIDE & RIDE
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This family-friendly event is all about bringing out community together for a day of outdoor adventure and entertainment. Promote healthy lifestyles, get active in the park and enjoy the day unplugged in Normal, IL!
Lazy River 5k at the Vernon Hills Park District
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Experience the lazy river in a whole new way! Participants will walk or run a 5K distance inside the river, no tubes, no floating, just steady movement and splashing fun.
Unplug Illinois at the Addison Park District
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Addison Park District's Unplug Illinois event will feature a variety of outdoor activities for every age!
Yoga in the Park at the Oak Forest Park District
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us for Yoga in the Park as we celebrate Unplug Illinois Day! Take a break from screens, slow down, and enjoy the fresh air with a relaxing outdoor yoga session designed for all skill levels.
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.
Unplug Olympic Day - Woodridge Park District
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Parents, have your kids unplug their electronic devices and plug into fun! They will run, jump, throw and kick their way to the top of the podium as we put a twist on the Olympic games and offer our own summer events.
Chalk the Walk at Wauconda Park District
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Celebrate Unplug Illinois Day with us and chalk it up in this sidewalk chalk drawing contest at Osage Park (124 Osage Street). Register one person per family to reserve your sidewalk square "canvas" to draw amazing chalk artwork.
Unplug Illinois: Creatures & Curiosities at the Park District of Oak Park
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wander through Scoville Park as mythical creatures, curious characters, and magical surprises await. Enjoy hands-on activities, creative crafts, interactive games, and experiences for all ages as we celebrate Unplug Illinois Day!
Unplug Illinois at Kaper Park
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Take a break from screens and reconnect with what matters most: family, nature, and fun! Join us for Unplug Illinois Day at Kaper Park.
The Great Palos Park Scavenger Hunt
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Get out and explore Palos Park in this fun all-ages scavenger hunt! Solve clues, visit popular local landmarks, and complete challenges while discovering some of the places that make our village special.
Unplug Illinois Lake Forest Recreation Department
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
On Unplug Illinois Day (Saturday, July 11), park and recreation agencies across the state host events that inspire residents to step away from electronic devices and “plug into” play, creativity, and outdoor experiences.
Unplug Illinois with the Freeport Park District
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for Unplug Illinois Day — a time to step away from screens and reconnect with nature, friends, and family! Enjoy a day full of outdoor fun, games, creativity and adventure at Krape Park.
Unplug Illinois Family Fun Day - Lindenhurst Park District
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for Unplug Illinois Family Fun Day and trade your notifications for laughter, your scrolling for bouncing, and your group chats for actual face-to-face time.
Park Play Day with the Mount Prospect Park District
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Drop by with your family to enjoy fresh air, freebies and fun! Includes: A Story Walk - Balloon Artist - Snacks - Prizes - Run the Bases Race. Magic Show by The Amazing Gary at 10:30 AM. Best for Ages 3-10.
Unplug Illinois Day - Hoffman Estates Park District
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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!
Unplug at Glen Ellyn Park District
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Celebrate Unplug Illinois at the Glen Ellyn Park District. We encourage you to ditch and unplug from your electronic devices and plug into play and creativity. Join us for various activities, crafts, nature components, and open play.
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!
Motion Explosion: Unplug Illinois at the Wood Dale Park District
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
As part of a state-wide Unplug Illinois initiative, Wood Dale Park District encourages all to join us for games, activities, a truck exploration zone where children can check them out, sit in, explore, and more!
Unplug & Play with the Worth Park District
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for the 8th annual Unplug Illinois Day. Plug into Play with us as we celebrate Unplug Illinois Day statewide. Unplug from your electronic devices and plug into free fun and creative activities!
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.
Unplug Crete Play Day
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join with your friends and people across the state during UnPlug Crete Play Day at Lincolnshire Park. This event is part of the statewide initiative to get people to plug into play, plug into creativity and plug into activity.
Unplug with North Riverside Parks and Recreation
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
"Unplug" with us to enjoy programs, relaxation, and fun for all ages in our parks! Starting at 5 PM we will have T-Ball, Bags (Cornhole), Bingo, and Bocce Ball. At 7 PM Mr. Dave Music will be performing a show for the kids.
Adults Night Out at the Vernon HIlls Park District
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for an adults only party at Turtle Creek Waterpark! There will be food trucks, music, games and more! Event will be cancelled in case of inclement weather. Ages 21+
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.
Lagoon Fire on the Water
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us in the evening from 8:00–10:00 PM at Lagoon Park for our annual Fire on the Water event! Bring a blanket, a deck of cards, and settle in for a cozy night by the fires along the lagoon.
Park Party - Unplug Illinois
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Spend an evening with your neighbors and meet Park District staff as you enjoy free food. These casual gatherings are part of a six-year park tour where we visit every park in the district. We can’t wait to see you this summer!
Active at the Lakefront - Unplug Illinois
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Village of Fox Lake Parks & Recreation Department invites you to bring your family & friends to join us for a morning of outdoor recreation. This FREE event for all ages includes 45-minute Yoga, Jazzercise, and Strength Training Classes.