Mount Prospect (60056), IL: Village news, library events, and park district programs. This page rebuilds automatically, usually several times a week, and links directly to the official village, library, and park district sources for full details on any listing.
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, September 16 2026 9:30am - 10:00am Grow your little learner's literacy and language skills at this playful storytime full of wiggles, wonder, and…
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Annual Events
Oktoberfest
German food, drink & live music from the band Paloma. 4–11pm, Emerson St. & Busse Ave. — Downtown Merchants.
Fall Festival & Oktoberfest
Free Fall Festival noon–4pm (special-needs hour noon–1pm) with crafts & entertainment, then Oktoberfest continues 4–11pm. Emerson & Busse.
Library Events
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, September 16 2026 9:30am - 10:00am Grow your little learner's literacy and language skills at this playful storytime full of wiggles, wonder, and…
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, September 16 2026 10:30am - 11:00am Grow your little learner's literacy and language skills at this playful storytime full of wiggles, wonder,…
Google Drive and Docs
Wednesday, September 16 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm Join Mike Gershbein from Very Smart People for a demonstration on Google Drive and Docs.
3D Printing for Kids: Learn Tinkercad
Wednesday, September 16 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm Learn how to create objects using Tinkercad, a digital-design computer software.
Dungeons & Dragons
Wednesday, September 16 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm Heroes needed! Adventure, danger and treasure await the brave and the bold! Will you work with your team to…
Beyond the Book Drop
Wednesday, September 16 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm Ever wonder what happens after your library materials go through the return slot? Get a behind-the-scenes look…
Park District Events
Park Board Meeting
Join the discussion – Public welcome! Meeting Agenda Meeting Packet
Mt. Melas Jr. Adventure Run
Mt. Melas Jr. Adventure Run (Ages 5-12) Test your limits with this fun and challenging 1.5 mile adventure run featuring hill elevation and grass and concrete…
Fishing Derby
Fishing Derby (Ages 3-16) Grab your gear and make your way to Clearwater Park for a morning of family fishing! Test your skills and maybe even land a “big…
Barks and Brews 2: Electric Boogaloo
Barks and Brews 2: Electric Boogaloo Visit Friendship Park Conservatory for the second annual Barks and Brews event featuring The Buddy Foundation. Stop by…
Fall Frenzy
Fall Frenzy (Ages 5-10) Celebrate the beauty of the changing season with a burst of creativity! Join us in the Studio for this “Fall Frenzy” workshop, where…
Trick or Treat Trail
Trick or Treat Trail (Suggested Ages 3-10) Location RecPlex Enjoy a fun-filled trail of Halloween games and treats! Pick up your bag at check-in and continue…
School Calendar
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EVENT VENUES
EVENT VENUES
Around Mount Prospect
Mount Prospect Public Library
125 S Emerson St. Story times, teen programs, and free museum passes.
Mount Prospect Park District
Rec programs, pools, and parks across the village.
Village of Mount Prospect
Village board meetings, permits, and community announcements.
Nearby: Arlington Heights ≈2.7 mi·Des Plaines ≈3.6 mi·Palatine ≈5.8 mi