Community Events, Streamwood, Illinois (IL)

Community Events

Easter Events
The Streamwood Park District will be celebrating Easter with several events. They will have a Twilight Egg Hunt (Community Center), Easter Egg Hunt (Hoosier Grove Park), Egg Dive (Park Place) and the Hop Stop Bunny Breakfast (Community Center). Contact the Park District at 630.372.PARK for more information.

Arbor Day
Streamwood is proud to be designated as a Tree City USA community. In celebration, each year, the Village holds Arbor Day festivities in conjunction with local schools. These festivities include tree plantings and educational information on the maintenance and importance of trees in our community.

Guns N' Hoses Charity Basketball Game
Off duty personnel from the Streamwood Police and Fire Departments play a basketball game against each other. This annual event raises funds to benefit local charities and Streamwood families in need. The 10th Annual Guns N' Hoses game will be held on April 18, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Streamwood High School, 701 W. Schaumburg Road, Streamwood.

Student Government Day
Seniors from Streamwood High School "take over the town" for the day at this worthwhile event. Student Government Day is an opportunity for students to spend the day in a hands-on approach to local government.

Memorial Day
Schedule of events for our annual Memorial Day service include a candlelight vigil, 24 hour vigil guard, and static display of equipment. A ceremony is held on Sunday of the holiday weekend honoring all those who have served in defense of our country. This moving tribute will be held on Sunday, May 25, 2008 to honor all those who have served in defense of our country at the Veteran’s Memorial (301 E. Irving Park Road).

Streamwood Stride
Join the fun with the 8^th Annual Streamwood Stride on June 14, 2008. Races include a 10K and 5K Run/Walk, Double Derby (in conjunction with Bartlett Park District) and 1-Mile Fun Run. Participants enjoy a pancake breakfast following the event. The race is held at Park Place Family Recreation Center (550 S. Park Boulevard)

4th of July Fireworks
Celebrate our country’s independence with a display held at dusk at Dolphin Park on Park Blvd.

Summer Celebration
A three-day, sun-filled event for the whole family. Enjoy a Saturday morning parade, carnival, craft show, activities for the children, games, food/beer tent, Sunday morning golf outing, and entertainment each day on both the children’s stage as well as the main stage. This event is celebrated the last full weekend in July. Check out the Summer Celebration website for more information.

National Night Out
An evening designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness. Neighborhoods spend the evening outdoors on National Night Out by giving crime a "going away" party.

Touch-A-Truck
Get up close and personal with the big rigs! This annual event is held at Park Place Family Recreation Center (550 S. Park Blvd.). Contact the Park District at 630.372.PARK for more information.

Fire Department Open House
This Open House is held in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week. Highlights may include hands-on adult fire extinguisher training, fire safety puppet shows, kids fire agility course, vehicle extraction demonstration, tours of the fire station and refreshments.

Pumpkinfest
This annual festival includes a kid fun run, hay rides, games and pumpkin pie eating contests. Pumpkins, hay bales and corn will be for sale throughout the month. Join the fun at Hoosier Grove Park (700 W. Irving Park Road). Contact the Park District at 630.372.PARK for more information.

Spooky Oaks Haunted Woods Walk
Ghouls, ghosts and goblins will test your nerves as you walk through our Spooky Oaks Haunted Woods on Saturday, October 25 from 6:30-10:30 p.m. For the faint at heart, we have a lights-on stroll through the woods from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Held the last weekend before Halloween at Shady Oaks Park, 777 Bartlett Road, the Spooky Oaks Haunted Woods Walk will put you in the Halloween “Spirits”. Contact the Park District at 630.372.PARK for more information.

Halloween Hours
Trick or treat hours typically are 3:00pm - 7:00pm. Children are asked to wear brightly colored costumes and stay within the limits of their home.

Veterans’ Day
This annual observance salutes all of America’s men and women in uniform. The Veterans’ Day observance is always held on November 11 at 11:00 a.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial (301 E. Irving Park Road).

Police Department Open House
The Open House is held in recognition of Law Enforcement Day. Highlights may include Police K-9 Patrols, DARE Vehicle Contests, Classic Patrol Cars and information regarding child safety seats and firearms safety.

Luminaria
Volunteers, civic organizations and families help bring the holiday spirit to Streamwood by lining Park Boulevard, the Veteran’s Memorial and Village Hall as well as other areas throughout town with luminaria. After visiting with Santa and Mrs. Claus, join us in front of the Veteran’s Memorial for our annual holiday tree lighting. Luminaria is held the first Friday of December.

Breakfast with Santa
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for breakfast and that special chat at the Hoosier Grove Farmstead Barn. Contact the Park District at 630.372.PARK for more information.

The Polar Express
You’ve read the book and seen the movie; now jump on board for a ride with Santa! Get your tickets early. Contact the Park District at 630.372.PARK for more information.

Village of Streamwood
301 E. Irving Park Road
Streamwood, IL 60107-3096
(630) 736-3800

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