Wonder Animals

• Thursday, August 6 through Monday, August 17

A two-week celebration of all things wild! Explore hands-on animal encounters, artifacts, and activities designed to spark a love for wildlife. Waddle like a penguin, care for animal patients at our Veterinarian Play Station, and explore real animal pelts and artifacts — there’s wild fun around every corner! Learn More

Touch & Learn

• Snakes | Friday, August 7 at 11am
• Animal Artifacts | Monday, August 17 at 11am

Get up close with real animals, artifacts, and hands-on science led by expert guests from organizations like Lincoln Park Zoo and the Chicago Herpetological Society — real encounters that spark real curiosity. Learn More

Coffee & Music

• Sunday, August 9 from 10:30am-11:30am

Free & open to the public! Enjoy live outdoor music from Cooler by the Lake in the Becky Boyce Nature Play Space, with coffee available for purchase from Zemi Coffee Cart. Stick around and head inside with regular admission — members are always free!

Foam Fun Fest

• Sunday, August 16 from 9am-2pm

Get ready to get foamy! Join us for a splashy, sudsy celebration outdoors featuring a foam pit and a live bubble performer — the ultimate summer play day for kids of all ages. Tickets are available for purchase. Learn More 

Sunshine Classic

• Wednesday, September 30 from 8am-4pm at White Pines Golf Club

Tee off for a great cause! Swing into a day packed with 18 holes of golf, a closest-to-the-pin contest, longest drive competitions, a cannon shot, a casual lunch, and a post-golf reception loaded with heavy appetizers. The winning foursome takes home golf for four at White Pines! Proceeds help fund free and reduced admission for families across our community — a need that’s grown significantly in 2026. Learn More

Phone & Email

Phone: (708) 383-4815
Fax: (708) 383-5730
info@wonder-works.org