Unplug Illinois Calendar
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 ...
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 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.
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.
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.
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.