Special Events
Life is an event. Make it memorable!
Events for all ages are offered seasonally. CHECK BACK OFTEN for updated information and new activities.
To make reservations or purchase tickets: CLICK HERE
Some events, while listed, will not be available until registration opens.
Drop-In Events
- Hangin’ With Hickory Friends – Mon-Sat, 11am & 3pm FREE
- Great Backyard Bird Count – Feb 18 FREE
- Spring Ephemerals – Mar 1 – May 31 FREE
- Employment Expo – Mar 3 FREE
- Easter Egg Hunt – Apr 1 FREE
- Fox River Frenzy – May 6 FREE (some activities may have a fee)
- Community Garage Sale – Apr 21 & 22 FREE Tour Guide: link coming in April
- Wish to participate? More details: click here
Reservations/Registration Recommended
To make reservations or purchase tickets: CLICK HERE
Events fill up quickly…sign up before they are sold out!
- Nerf Nights – Feb 10 & Mar 31
- Wintry Wednesdays – Feb 1, 8, 15 & 22
- Ice Fishing Derby – Feb 4
To register: click here
- Pot of Gold Park Stroll – Mar 11 FREE
- Shamrockin’ Along the Fox River – Mar 11
- Doggie Egg Hunt – Apr 1
- Lore & Legends: Spring Traditions – Apr 29
- Dash Bash – May 6
- Swing into Summer Barn Dance – May 20
Advance Registration Required
To purchase tickets: CLICK HERE
- Itsy Bitsy Playtime – Now-Mar 30
- Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating & Game Night – Feb 3
- Daddy & Daughter Dance – Feb 25
- Maple Magic – Mar 18
- Breakfast with the Easter Bunny – Apr 5
- Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt & Hike – Apr 7
- Underwater Egg Hunt – Apr 8
More Fun…
Events at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center: click here
Events at Primrose Farm: click here
Events on Paddlewheel Riverboats: click here
Events at Otter Cove Aquatic Park: click here
Events at Swanson Pool: click here
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