Free events in Will County, IL

Plainfield welcomes a new urgent care and surgical center with an open house that invites the community to step inside and see the space for themselves. Families and friends are welcome to visit, explore the facility, and get a firsthand look at a new resource for local healthcare.

Marrakesh Express brings the classic songs and signature harmonies of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young to Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center. The music of David Crosby, Stephen Stills, Graham Nash and Neil Young grew out of the turbulent late 1960s and early 1970s and continues to resonate. This is a free outdoor performance, and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets.

Survey Showdown brings a high energy, interactive game night to McBride’s North Pub & Grille in Aurora, hosted by Hope. Teams of two or more compete in a rotating mix of crowd favorite game shows, ranging from survey face offs in the style of Team Feud to word puzzles inspired by Wheel of Letters. The pace stays lively and the whole room stays involved, whether you are playing or cheering. Prizes go to the top three teams, with bragging rights up for grabs. Entry is free and no RSVP is needed, and food and drinks are available for purchase.

A live animal presentation from Incredible Bats features a bat, a rat, a tarantula, snakes, and other critters. The program celebrates the Halloween season while sharing the many benefits of bats and other unique animals. Since 1996, Incredible Bats has promoted bat education throughout the Midwest. This free event is open to everyone and offers the chance to see these creatures up close and learn something new.

Card enthusiasts are invited to the debut Trading Card Show at Dukes Drive-In, welcoming kids, families, and collectors of all ages. Admission is free, and vendors may set up at no cost with an advance reservation, with 40 spaces available. Browse Pokémon, baseball, football, and basketball cards, plus more from a variety of sellers. Raffle drawings take place every 20 minutes, capped by three ETBs as grand prizes.

Open Ranch offers a calm, family-friendly petting zoo experience with admission waived for the remainder of the year. Visitors can wander the grounds, get to know rescued horses and ponies, say hello to Cici the cow, watch the pigs explore, spend time with the goats, and visit chickens and other birds. There are chances to learn about the rescue mission and the unique stories of the animals in care. Feed containers are available for $1. The setting is intended as a simple, gentle place to slow down and share time with animals while fostering a sense of connection.

Explore seasonal offerings from Bothwell Farms at the Frankfort Country Market. In spring, find garden starts like flowers, vegetable seedlings, herbs, and hanging baskets. From spring through fall, shop a variety of fresh vegetables. As autumn settles in, look for pumpkins, straw bales, corn stalks, and winter squash.

A no-cost Trunk or Treat in the church parking lot offers candy for everyone, including allergy-friendly treats. The pumpkin patch will also be available to explore. To volunteer a trunk, contact the office at info@gracenewlenox.org.

Unwind with Singo at Metro Grill & Bar in Joliet, Illinois. As songs play, mark the matching squares and go for the win. It is free to play.

Enjoy an open play night for Magic: The Gathering Commander with no entry fee. Games are arranged in pods of two to four players. Entry perks include a Commander promo plus either a current promo pack, welcome boosters, or a bring a friend promo. Additional specials are available, including 10% off MTG Commander preconstructed decks during Commander Nights and a buy two get one free offer on MTG packs, with set limitations applying.