Family events in Plainfield, IL

Young adventurers can enjoy an open play session at Ultimate Ninjas Academy designed for ages 3 to 9. The setup offers bigger, youth-friendly ninja challenges with guidance available from an adult or a coach. Participants can try favorites like monkey bars, trapeze bars, a rock wall, and a warped wall, plus other kid-sized versions of TV-famous obstacles. This session takes place at Ultimate Ninjas Academy, which is a different facility than the Ultimate Ninjas location that serves older participants.

Designed for brand-new students, this beginner kids aerial class at Rondi’s welcomes ages 7 to 12. In a supportive and safe environment, participants learn foundational aerial skills with no prior experience required. The class focuses on building confidence, coordination, and strength through playful movement and imaginative activities. Children try new skills, make friends, and discover the uplifting feeling of taking to the air.

Discover how Naperville, Illinois has changed over time during a one hour trolley tour. The ride passes by downtown, North Central College, the Historic District, Century Walk art, Park District areas, the Police and Fire campus, Naper Settlement, and other highlights along the way. Price is $25.

The Naper Settlement Farmers Market offers free local shopping, live music, activities for kids, and food and nature classes in the museum’s outdoor park. New this year, the family focused "Down on the Farm Hour" features live performances, storytime, and more at no cost. Adults can take free classes led by community organizations and local experts on topics like backyard chickens and beekeeping. Visitors can also explore the new "We the People: Naperville and the American Story" exhibit and step inside historic buildings such as the blacksmith shop and the one room schoolhouse. There is no charge for admission.

JG’s Reptile Road Show brings pre-Cruise Night entertainment to the Village Green pavilion. This family friendly event is part of a monthly series offered before Cruise Nights. It takes place under the pavilion regardless of weather, and no advance registration is required.

Cruise Nights brings themed car shows to Lockport Street in Plainfield, making it easy to enjoy a casual walk through Downtown Plainfield. RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals offers popcorn, giveaways, and up to date real estate industry news. Those with housing market questions can visit on Tuesdays throughout the summer for information.

The final Cruise Night, sponsored by Webb Chevrolet, caps off this free weekly community tradition in Downtown Plainfield. Classic and modern vehicles line the historic streets for all to see, creating a relaxed showcase for enthusiasts and neighbors alike. Admission is free for spectators and car owners, and no advance registration is needed to display a vehicle.

Experience an open house and childcare tour highlighting The Learning Experience’s Happiness Showcase. Discover how the center supports early learning, child development, and readiness for kindergarten through its own curriculum designed to foster growth across academic, social, emotional, and physical areas. Connect with dedicated educators and center leaders, walk through colorful classrooms and a modern learning setting, and observe how intentional play, interactive learning, and evidence-based approaches help children learn, grow, and thrive. Staff will be available to discuss enrollment, tuition, schedules, and enrichment options. Families are welcome, and children can attend to get a feel for the warm learning community. The Learning Experience focuses on more than basic care by nurturing confidence, building essential life skills, and inspiring a lasting love of learning.

This Family STEM Night centers on a skyscraper-themed engineering challenge. Children ages 5 to 11 work alongside a parent or caregiver to build a towering spaghetti structure and create a custom high rise using cardboard, toothpicks, marshmallows, and popsicle sticks. The program runs for one hour and emphasizes hands-on exploration, problem solving, and time to create together. Admission is $8 per person.

This no-cost summer concert at the Naperville Community Concert Center presents a variety of Broadway music, plus a guest performance by Outbound Acapella.

Second Hand Soul Band performs at Preservation Park as part of Concerts in the Park, a free outdoor concert series. Guests are welcome to pack a picnic and bring lawn chairs for a comfortable, laid-back experience on the lawn.

Bolingbrook Park District presents Parkie's 5K alongside a one-mile fun walk, featuring a smooth, speedy route and a friendly community atmosphere that participants have enjoyed over the years. Choose to run or walk, and strollers are welcome so families can take part together.