Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Carol Stream IL

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Time To Go Chorin'

🐾 Healthy Pets. Happy Families. 🐾
For a limited time, save 20% on all spay &amp; neuter surgeries at Paws For A Cause Vet Care!
💙 Dog Spay: Now $200 (Regularly $250) 
💙 Dog Neuter: Now $160 (Regularly $200) 
💙 Cat Spay or Neuter: Now $100 (Regularly $125)
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📅 Offer valid August 3–30, 2026
Help your pet live a healthier life while preventing unwanted litters. Appointments fill quickly, so call today!
📞 630-961-8000 
🌐 pcvetcare.org
Certain pets may require a pre-surgical exam, bloodwork, or additional diagnostics. Additional fees may apply. Rabies vaccination is required by Illinois law and may be given on the day of surgery if needed.

Local Event: Low Cost Spay/Neuter Event

DuPage County

Carol Stream

Illinois

Low Cost Spay/Neuter Event

🐾 Healthy Pets. Happy Families. 🐾
For a limited time, save 20% on all spay & neuter surgeries at Paws For A Cause Vet Care!
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The Streetz Artz Alliance is back with a fresh line up of local artists and makers at Hopvine Brewing, for the annual Hoptoberfest! Bring out the pretzels and beer steins and come join the fun. Sunday, August 30th from 12-5 PM.Explore artwork, handmade goods, and collectibles while sipping Hopvine’s craft brews in a family-friendly, fully indoor setting. Rain or shine, this market will be spreading early Oktoberfest cheers! Check out Hopvine's festive new brew and try bites from the fresh new menu!*Free to attend *Family FriendlyCome sip and shop!

Local Event: Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing

Kane County

Aurora

Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing

The Streetz Artz Alliance is back with a fresh line up of local artists and makers at Hopvine Brewing, for the annual...

Cantigny Park

*COME ONE COME ALL
BYOD – BRING YOUR OWN DOGS TO
THE GREAT AMERICAN DOG SHOW 
AT CANTIGNY PARK IN WHEATON
SEPTEMBER 5TH AND 6TH, 2026
Reasonable Priced Family Entertainment 

Families, family dogs and pet lovers from all over Chicagoland can enjoy great, affordable, family-friendly entertainment and the thrill of world-class canine competition at the upcoming Great American Dog Show(GADS). The Show will be held September 5-6, 2026, at The Cantigny Park (1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton).
The Show will be chalk full of premier show dogs and competitors from the 200 American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized breeds. The spirit of competition will come alive as America’s favorite animals compete for top prizes throughout the weekend.
Along with the competition, which will take place across multiple large rings, the event will showcase demonstrations of agility, scent work, trick dog, and more. A highlight of the shows will be a Greet the Breeds event showcasing lots of unique and recognized breeds. The two-day experience will include multiple vendors, sponsors and exhibitors providing area dog lovers with insights into the best new products and services to support the health, grooming, training, and wellbeing of their favorite furry friends. Other highlights and activities over the weekend include:
Dachshund Races – hot diggity dog! watch (and/or bring your own) oodles of the cutest Dachshunds race for top dog bragging rights 
BYOD - Bring Your Own Dog Fun Run – join in the fun and watch your own (well-mannered and vaccinated) dog compete in a lively, outdoor, exciting event for all
Informative Meet Ups with the Experts -Trainers, Groomers and Vets on hand to consult and answer all your burning questions about your furry family members. Educational programming throughout the weekend to learn about the latest information about how to care for, feed, train and understand your pet. 
Competitive Pee Wee Show– kids ages 5 to 9 can practice and learn about being a junior handler. 
Join In the Healthy Dog Walk – a self-guided walk, complete with fun stops along the way and a chance to earn a medal and certificate of completion. Walk benefits with Anti-Cruelty Society. 
Top Notch Competitions with World Renown Judges throughout the weekend including Best of Breed, Best in Group and Best in Show.
Specialty Shopping with numerous vendors showcasing the best of the best pet care products: treats, custom collars, fun collectables, personalized gifts and more.
Food Truck Row – treat yourself and your family to everything from ice cream, to tacos, to coffee to shaved ice
THE Kids Zone featuring a larger, more amped up area for kids of all ages featuring; face painting, coloring areas, stuffed animal obstacle course, and experts to teach kids how to care for their pets.
Cooling Pools for Furry Ones – let your pups frolic in the water in the park and stay cool on a hot summer day.
1-Day ticket pricing is as follows:
$22 General Admission$15 for Children (12 and under)$18 for Seniors and Veterans 
For information about how to purchase tickets, and for more information about the event, including vendor information, visit <a href="https://greatamericandogshow.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">greatamericandogshow.com</a>.

Local Event: Great American Dog Show

Wheaton

Great American Dog Show

*COME ONE COME ALL
BYOD – BRING YOUR OWN DOGS TO
THE GREAT AMERICAN DOG SHOW 
AT CANTIGNY PARK IN WHEATON
SEPTEMBER 5TH AND...

St. James Farm Forest Preserve

Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
Help break the stigma associated with mental illness at the 2026 NAMIWalks (Runs) 5K and 1 Mile Color Run. Before, between, or after the runs, visit the Kids Zone and Health Fair.
This highly anticipated event will be held on Sunday, September 13th, at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/St.+James+Farm+Forest+Preserve/@41.8333486,-88.1619043,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x880e55f0b0b22935:0xa5ed064d126e1387!8m2!3d41.8333486!4d-88.1619043!16s%2Fg%2F1hf70yd7b?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">St. James Farm Forest Preserve</a> in Warrenville on their USATF Certified course. Participants with wheelchairs, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome.
The event is free.Earn money, win prizes!
9:00 – 5K 
9:00 – Kids Zone &amp; Health Fair 
10:45 – 1 Mile Color Run (in partnership with the DuPage Prevention Leadership Team, led by local high school students as part of our Anti-Stigma Campaign)
Don’t miss out on this exciting event – it’s sure to be a blast while making a meaningful difference in the mental health community! All proceeds from this event will go directly to supporting mental health programs and services in our community. Your participation helps rase awareness and provides crucial support to individuals and families affected by mental illness.
For more information or to buy tickets, go to the Race Webpage <a href="https://namidupage.org/run-for-the-mind/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">namidupage.org/run</a>!
*In the event of inclement and/or severe weather, this event will be canceled, and there will not be a rain date. 
No refunds, no exchanges.

Local Event: NAMIWalks DuPage

NAMIWalks DuPage

Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
Help break the stigma associated with mental illness at the 2026 NAMIWalks (Runs) 5K...

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Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing

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