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AMF VALLEY LANES
Forty lanes, features glow-in-the-dark bowling on Friday and Saturday night; Monday is 99¢ night.
310 S. Lincolnway, North Aurora
(630) 897-0401 · www.amf.com

ALL SEASONS ICE RINK
Two full-sized rinks for year-round skating. Also offers a game room, ballet room, pro shop and party room.
31W330 N. Aurora Rd., Naperville
(630) 851-0755 · www.allseasonsicerinks.com

AURORA ROLLER SKATE CENTER
Top 40 music and live organ music dance sessions.
34W113 Montgomery Rd., Aurora
(630) 898-5830 · www.skateaurora.com

BATAVIA SKATE PARK
Outdoor skate park for skateboarders and rollerbladers. Open in good weather conditions only.
411 S. River St., Batavia
(630) 879-5235 · www.bataviaparks.org

BLACKBERRY FARM'S PIONEER VILLAGE
Authentic pioneer farm and village featuring craft shops, demos, petting zoo, carousel, pony, hay and miniature train rides.
100 S. Barnes Rd., Aurora
(630) 892-1550 · www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

CHASERS LASER TAG
State-of-the-art laser tag. Perfect for birthday parties and special occasions. Reservations only.
4075 Fox Valley Center Dr. Suite 8, Aurora
(630) 851-6930 · www.lasertag.org

COOKIE'S FAMILY FUN CENTER
Where the fun never ends. Bumper cars, laser tag, train ride, piñata pits, flying dino rides, over 50 video game and more.
1590 Douglas Rd. Montgomery
(630) 264-0555 · www.cookiesfamilyfun.com

FERMI NATIONAL ACCELERATOR LABORATORY
Site of the world's most powerful particle accelerator where particles circle the four-mile ring 57,000 times each second. Restored prairie grass areas, historic barns, self-guided tours and a buffalo herd.
Kirk Rd. at Pine St., Batavia
(630) 840-3351 · www.fnal.gov

FOX PAINTBALL SPORTS
Paintball outings, equipment and rentals.
1891 N. Farnsworth Ave., Aurora
(630) 585-5651 · www.foxpaintball.com

FOX RIVER LANES
Sixteen lanes, Galactic Ball, strobe and blackout lights. Banquet room available.
1211 N. Bridge St., Yorkville
(630) 553-0018 · www.bowlfoxvalley.com

FOX VALLEY ICE ARENA AND FITNESS CLUB
Ice rink and fitness club.
1996 S. Kirk Rd., Geneva
(630) 262-0690 · www.foxvalleyicearena.com

FUNWAY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
Bumper cars, roller skating, arcade and bowling; year-round. Miniature golf, go-carts, batting cages and bumper boats; April - September.
1335 S. River St. (Rt. 25), Batavia
(630) 879-8717 · www.funwaybatavia.com

HALL QUARRY BEACH
Zero-depth sand beach, two islands, youth water slide, drop slide and diving tower with two-and four-meter platforms.
400 S. Water St., Batavia
(630) 406-5275 or (630) 879-5235 · www.bataviaparks.org

HUPP SKATE PARK
For use by skaters or bikers.
Illinois Ave. and Orchard Ave., Aurora
www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

LUIGI'S PIZZA AND FUN CENTER
Laser tag and arcade room provide fun for all, along with great pizza. Birthday parties welcome.
732 Prairie St., Aurora
(630) 896-9861 · www.luigispizzaandfuncenter.com

LYON FARM AND VILLAGE
Working farm and village with farmhouse, school, town hall, train depot, general store and blacksmith. Special events throughout the year.
Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 553-6777 or (630) 554-3064 · www.kchs.us

CIVIC CENTER AQUATIC PARK
Community water park with slides, tubes, zero-depth pool and concessions.
5 Ashlawn Ave., Montgomery
(630) 896-2016 · www.olpd.org

PARKSIDE LANES
54 lanes with glow-in-the-dark late night bowling on Saturday.
34W185 Montgomery Rd., Aurora
(630) 898-5678 · www.parksidelanes.com

PHILLIPS PARK AQUATIC CENTER
Deluxe water park with tube slides, simulated river, zero-depth pools and sand activity areas.
828 Montgomery Rd., Aurora
(630) 851-8686 · www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

PHILLIPS PARK ZOO
Established in 1915, the zoo is open daily, year-round and admission is free. Exhibits include bald eagles, wolves, mountain lions, foxes, otters, elk, goats, llamas, turkeys and peacocks.
1000 Ray Moses Dr., Aurora
(630) 978-4700 · www.aurora-il.org

RED OAK NATURE CENTER
A visit to the center will help folks learn about the native plants and animals of the Fox River Valley. Interpretive center, hiking trails and tours of "Devil's Cave."
On Rt. 25, 1 mile north of Rt. 56, North Aurora
(630) 897-1808 · www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

SCITECH HANDS-ON MUSEUM
Aurora's interactive science and technology center offers over 200 hands-on exhibits demonstrating the principles of electricity, weather, astronomy and nuclear energy.
18 W. Benton St., Aurora
(630) 859-3434 · www.scitechmuseum.org

SUGAR GROVE FAMILY FUN CENTER
Go-carts, mini golf, bumper boats, driving range, game room and water wars.
Route 47 at Jericho Rd., Sugar Grove
(630) 466-4266 · www.sugargrovefamilyfuncenter.com

SPLASH COUNTRY
Deluxe water park with tube slides, simulated river, zero-depth pools and sand activity areas.
195 S. Barnes Rd., Aurora
(630) 906-7981 · www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

SPORT ZONE
Go-carts, batting cage, miniature golf, indoor driving range and indoor baseball and soccer.
100 Business Rt. 30, Aurora
(630) 820-8624 · www.sportzonepark.com

VAUGHN ATHLETIC CENTER WATER PARK
Year-round indoor water park with tube slides, zero-depth entry and interactive water play.
2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora
(630) 907-9600 · www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

September - December - KUIPER'S FAMILY FARM
150-acre entertainment with pumpkin farm, hay wagon, pony rides, haunted forest and cornfield maze. Apple orchard and Christmas tree farm with cider, bakery, fudge and gift shop.
Kuiper's Family Farm
1N318 Watson Rd., Maple Park
Charge for activities
(815) 827-5200 · www.kuipersfamilyfarm.com

September 16 - October 31 - A-1 FARM FALL FESTIVAL
Country store, pumpkin patch, fall decorations, petting zoo, hay rides, haunted house, straw maze and small haunted barn for little ones.
2122 Jericho Rd., Aurora
Charge for activities
(630) 859-2780

Sept. 16 - FALL HARVEST FESTIVALLearn how the pioneers prepared themselves for the harsh winter. Costumed “pioneers” will prepare food, shell corn and press cider. Families can take part in old – fashioned games played by pioneer children. Hours: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Blackberry Farm's Pioneer Village
100 S. Barns Rd., Aurora
(630) 892-1550 · www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

Sept. 29 - PHILLIPS PARK FALL FESTIVAL
Enjoy beautiful fall colors while partaking free activities and attractions including a visiting petting zoo, hay rides, pony rides, a super slide, live entertainment, face-painting, vehicular displays, a jumping castle, Native American storytelling in teepees, plus hands-on activities like scratch art and pumpkin painting. Food with an Oktoberfest flair.
1000 Ray Moses Dr., Aurora
(630) 264-INFO · www.aurora-il.org

Oct. 6 – 28 - PUMPKIN WEEKENDS AT BLACKBERRY
October weekends. Ride the pumpkin train, pick a pumpkin for a fee. Hours: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Blackberry Farm's Pioneer Village
100 S. Barns Rd., Aurora
(630) 892-1550 · www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

Oct. 21, 28 - HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS
Haunted barn, trick-or-treat buildings, old fashioned children's games and costume parade with prizes awarded. Hours: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Lyon Farm and Village
7935 Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 553-6777 or (630) 554-3064

Oct. 27 - HALLOWEEN FEST
Enjoy a haunted house, kiddie haunted house, pumpkin judging, hay rack rides, clown, campfire, face painting, games, entertainment, make your own scarecrow, food and crafts.
Plowman's Park
48W508 Hinckley Rd., Big Rock
(630) 556-9599 · www.bigrockparks.com

Oct. 27 - BATFEST
Families enjoy a spooktacular time at Batfest. Highlights include: Batrun, Dracula Blood Drive, Batavia Mother's Club Costume parade, downtown trick or treating, hayrides, games and contests. Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(630) 761-3528 · www.downtownbatavia.com

Oct. 27 - HALLOWEEN WALK
Trick or treat to your favorite business. Trolley rides, prizes and sweet surprises.
North and south side of town on Rt. 47, Yorkville
(630) 553-6853 · www.yorkvillechamber.org

Oct. 29 - HALLOWEEN EGG HUNT
It's a twist on an old tradition. Show off your costume and join us for a traditional egg hunt. Bring a flashlight. All ages welcome. Starts at 7 p.m.
Town Square Park
Rt. 47, Yorkville
(630) 553-4342 · www.yorkville.il.us