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Please Read: For more information on special events, contact Lori Bachrach at (847) 850-2119. Please check the current season brochure for registration information on special events.



Fall Events Are Listed Below. New Events Will Be Added Regularly. Descriptions Are Located In The Center Window. Dates, Times, And Locations Will Be Provided As Fall Approaches.


Buffalo Grove Stampede

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Our Annual 5k/10k Race!


Veterans Day Celebration

Saturday, November 10

Free to everyone

Join us as we honor all Veterans, their families and friends on November 10 at Buffalo Grove High School, 1100 West Dundee Road in Buffalo Grove. There will be entertainment and free refreshments from 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. courtesy of Culver’s and Starbucks of Buffalo Grove, and The Hershey Company. The program will begin at 1:30 p.m. Included will be Congressman Kirk, the United States Navy Band, Presentation of the Colors provided by Marine Air Control Group 48, Remarks by Stan Nathanson, Keynote Speech by Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Allen Lynch, Speaker Robert Inverson III from the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Service Flag Ceremony provided by Champion Eagles Color Guard Post #208 American Legion Arlington Heights and more. This is sure to be a day that will be remembered by everyone.

Join us at 3:30 p.m. for the dedication of the newly designed Veterans Memorial at Veterans Park immediately following the program. Veterans Park is located at 1300 N. Weiland Road in Buffalo Grove

Veteran's Day Flier


The Great Pumpkin Hunt
We have hidden pumpkins at Willow Stream Park for you and your family to find. Bring your findings back to the redemption station and collect your prizes. Enjoy the autumn season with family friends, and nature.

October 27, 2007
9:00 am 
Willow Stream Park
$5 R / $10 NR
Ages: 3 - 10 years

Contact: Lori Bachrach 847-850-2119

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Trick-or-Treat Trail and More!
You never know who you will see at our trick-or-treat trail!  Friendly characters will line the path at the Golf and Sports Center to hand out candy and small prizes to children. Children will also have the opportunity to pick a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch to carve or decorate, get their face painted and much more! This event is a no scare zone.  (Parents must accompany children during this event.)  Make sure the whole family is signed up for this event!  (LB)

October 28, 2007
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Golf & Sports Center
$6 R / $9 NR
Ages: 1 - 12 years

Contact: Lori Bachrach 847-850-2119

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Halloween Cupcakes Galore
Join us as we create some spectacular spooky cupcakes. During this class, each participant will create their own monster mash, spooky spider and perfect pumpkin cupcakes. Bring your creativity and we will supply the fun! (LB)

October 27, 2007
10:00 - 11:00 am
Twin Creeks Park
$8 R / $12 NR
Ages: 6 - 10 years

Contact: Lori Bachrach 847-850-2119

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Turkey Shoot
Kids and parents can have some Thanksgiving fun by participating in the Buffalo Grove Park District's Fifth Annual Turkey Shoot. The Turkey Shoot is a free throw shooting contest. All participants will receive an event t-shirt and the winner of each division will receive a frozen turkey to enjoy on the holiday. Contact Chris Eckert at 847-850-2123

Sunday, November 18
Cooper Jr. High
Grades: K - 8


Buffalo Grove Park District | 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 | Voice: (847) 850-2100 | Fax: (847) 459-5741