Earth Day Family Fest: Celebrate, Learn & Grow!

Name: Earth Day Family Fest: Celebrate, Learn & Grow!
Start: 2026-04-25T10:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-04-25T15:00:00-05:00
Location: 41W501 Keslinger Rd, Elburn, IL

Schedule

Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:30 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

41W501 Keslinger Rd, Elburn, IL | Elburn, IL

Enjoy a day of nature, community, and discovery on MA Center Chicago's beautiful 142-acre campus
Join us for a fun-filled, educational celebration of Earth Day at MA Center Chicago. Whether you're bringing little ones for their first nature walk or joining as a lifelong conservationist, there's something for everyone - from expert talks and family yoga to a seed exchange and a scavenger hunt with prizes.
What's included:
Seed exchange
Family Yoga
Scavenger hunt & prizes
Live music
Pond life walk
Expert talks
Campus walking tour
Nature exhibits
Download our flyer here.
Here's the schedule:
10:30 am - Doors and exhibits open; scavenger hunt begins
11:00 am - Pond Life Exploration (interactive nature activity)
11:30 am - Expert Tips Talk - Claire Ryan, Kane County Recycling Program
12:00 pm - Family Yoga Fun (all ages welcome!)
1:00 pm – Local Land Restoration - Jay Womak, Natural Resources Committee Board Chair
1:30 pm - Walking Tour of MA Center - Paurnami Engelking, nature-based education expert
2:30 pm – Flute Duet Performance
Exhibits all day: Explore tables on nature conservation, native herbs, locally made soaps and tinctures, regional birds, and more. Don't miss the seed exchange - a favorite for returning visitors!
Enjoy delicious vegetarian cuisine and freshly made chai, available for a modest donation. Explore the beautiful grounds and learn about the local flora and fauna that make this campus a natural treasure.