Illinois Prairie Path

Village of Maywood: Move with the Mayor
2024-09-10 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Maywood Mayor Booker for a walk on the Prairie Path.
Mayors use Move with the Mayor to encourage active, healthy living and strengthen individual and community resilience.
Benefits of Move with the Mayor:

Improved physical health
Enhanced social connection
Stronger communities

Meet at 1300 Block of 1st Avenue Prairie Path Entrance as we walk west to 21st.
No advanced registration required
There will be walks on 9/17 and 9/24 as well. These are not on the Prairie Path.

Ride Illinois: Winfield - Wildcat Family Ride
2024-09-22 14:00 - 16:00
Sunday 2pm family bike ride – mostly on the Path.

As part of “2024 Let’s Ride, Illinois”, Joanne Policht and the St. John the Baptist Catholic School are hosting the Wildcat Family Ride on the Prairie Path starting at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 22, 2024. The ride will start at the Prairie Path in Winfield, SE corner of County Farm and Geneva Roads, Winfield IL 60190. Join us for a family bike ride on the Prairie Path and downtown Wheaton with a stop at Kilwins Ice Cream Shop.

Winfield – Wildcat Family Ride on the Prairie Path – Joanne Policht & St. John the Baptist Catholic School
jpolicht@stjohnwinfield.org
6306682625
Start time
2:00 PM
End time
4:00 PM
Starting point
Prairie Path in Winfield
SE corner of County Farm and Geneva Roads
Ride distance 6.5 miles
Join us for a family bike ride on the Prairie Path and downtown Wheaton with a stop at Kilwins Ice Cream Shop.

The community bike rides affiliated with Let’s Ride, Illinois are free of charge and open to all. This statewide event encourages adults and children from Rockford to Cairo (and all places in between) to enjoy a casual bike ride with their neighbors (and local bike clubs and bike shops) to experience their community by bike.
There are 33 rides organized for the 2024 Let’s Ride, Illinois! There are rides planned in Brookfield, Carpentersville, Chicago, Downers Grove, Elgin, Elk Grove Village, Glen Ellyn, Hoffman Estates, Homewood, Libertyville, Normal, Palatine, Rockford, Tunnel Hill, Urbana, Warrenville, Willow Springs, Winfield, Wheaton and Yorkville!

https://rideillinois.org/events/2024-lets-ride-illinois/

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West Chicago Prairie
2024-09-28 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West Chicago Prairie. It’s just south of the IPP Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/20557?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Berkeley/Hillside: Autumnfest
2024-10-05 11:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-06 11:00 - 16:00
Event Dates: Saturday, October 5, 2024 (All day) to Sunday, October 6, 2024 (All day)

The Village of Hillside and the Village of Berkeley are excited to invite you to our Annual Autumnfest! Join us on the Prairie Path on Saturday, October 5th, and Sunday, October 6th from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM for a day filled with fun and festivities. Free parking and shuttle to “fest” area.
Event Highlights:

Free Kiddie Rides
Cool Attractions for Kids
Free Wagon Rides
Beer, Wine, & Cider For Purchase
Pumpkins for Sale
Street Performers & Balloon Art
Food Court
Arts and Crafts Vendors
Organization Booths
Entertainment on the Prairie Path and Under the Berkeley Gazebo

Come celebrate the season with your community! We look forward to seeing you there! Please NO animals allowed at this event. Bike riding through this area will not be allowed during this time (bike racks available).

Elmhurst Park District: Keith A. Olson Prairie Volunteer Day
2025-02-15 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 09:00 - 12:00 | IPP – Elmhurst, Spring Road and Prairie Path Lane, Elmhurst
Join Elmhurst Park District in caring for the beautiful Keith A. Olson Prairie, the oldest living environment in Elmhurst! Volunteers engage in a variety of activities, including woody and invasive species removal, plant identification, restoration, trash collection and signage clearing. Volunteers must be at least 15 years of age.
Staff will meet volunteers at Wild Meadows Trace (496 Spring Road, at the corner of Spring Road and Prairie Path Lane). Meet staff in front of the Keith A. Olson Prairie sign on the west side of Spring Road adjacent to the municipal parking lot and Phase 3 Brewing Company.
Volunteer days are held on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9am-Noon in February, March, April, September, October, and November. Contact the Horticulture Supervisor with questions or sign-up for specific days below.

All volunteers must sign-up before the workday. Cancellations will communicated through the app notifications.

Sign-up for Prairie Volunteer Days

For more information, visit the Keith A. Olson Prairie website.
Although this is not an IPPc event, send an email to info@ipp.org if you have any unanswered questions.

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday - Churchill Glacial Ridge Glen Ellyn
2025-03-16 08:30 - 11:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the Glacial Ridge in Glen Ellyn. It’s just north of Main Stem. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/21353?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday - Churchill Glacial Ridge Glen Ellyn
2025-03-29 08:30 - 11:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the Glacial Ridge in Glen Ellyn. It’s just north of Main Stem. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/21354?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday - Churchill Glacial Ridge Glen Ellyn
2025-03-30 08:30 - 11:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the Glacial Ridge in Glen Ellyn. It’s just north of Main Stem. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/21355?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Village of Maywood: Village Pride, Village Wide
2025-04-26 09:00 - 13:00
Our annual Village Pride, Village Wide is scheduled for Saturday, April 26 2025 from 9 am – 1 pm. We look forward to our Maywood residents, employees, students, community-based organizations and partners, vendors, friends, supporters, and sponsors to help make this year’s event a much BIGGER success!! Registration starts soon!!!!
Learn more about this event: VPVW Guide 2025

Sign up here: Registration Opens Soon

This event will include clean-up of the Prairie Path trailhead at First Avenue as well as the entire Maywood Path.

https://youtu.be/AymuDY93JjA
Video from the 2023 event

DuDOT: East Branch DuPage River Trail Open House - Lombard
2025-04-29 16:00 - 19:00
EBDRT FROM THE ILLINOIS PRAIRIE PATH TO IL 56 (SOUTH) PROJECT

The DuPage County Division of Transportation (DuDOT) is planning the route of the East Branch DuPage River Trail from the Illinois Prairie Path (IPP) to Butterfield Road (IL 56). The project team is looking for input on the projects from those who live, work, or recreate in the area. See Station 3: Get Involved to share your thoughts. ​This project is currently in a Phase I Study during which several design alternatives are under development. Environmental and engineering studies are being conducted to determine a route for the EBDRT.

Join us for a Public Information Meeting!
DUDOT is hosting an open house on Tuesday, April 29 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Butterfield Park District (21W730 Butterfield Rd, Lombard, IL 60148). The open house will be an opportunity to learn more about the proposed trail extension, explore potential trail routes, share your feedback and ask questions!
Share your feedback in the contact page, taking our survey, or emailing EBDRT@dupagecounty.gov. Comments submitted by May 16, 2025 will be included in the public record.

City of Geneva: Bike Rodeo
2025-05-04 12:00 - 14:00
Location: North parking lot of Wheeler Park, 101 North Street, Geneva. See map below. Just on the other side of the river from the IPP Geneva Spur
We are planning on having a bike safety riding course, a helmet fitting station, and a bike repair/safety check station. We’ll also have a designated area with some tables for local orgs (like the Prairie Path) to meet with community members.
Click below for more event details
https://www.geneva.il.us/1635/Bike-Rodeo

Brought to you by the Geneva Bike & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Forest Preserve District: Big Woods Restoration Workday – Aurora
2025-05-06 14:50 - 16:30
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at Big Woods. It’s just north of the IPP Batavia Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/21964?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West DuPage Woods Winfield
2025-05-11 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West DuPage Woods in Winfield. It’s just south of the Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/22153?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Forest Preserve District: Big Woods Restoration Workday – Aurora
2025-05-13 14:50 - 16:30
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at Big Woods on 3/25. It’s just north of the IPP Batavia Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/21965?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Warrenville Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission: Bike Rodeo
2025-05-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Warrenville Public Library, 28W751 Stafford Place, Warrenville, 60555
Event Overview
The event is FREE! Event activities are kid-friendly and promote bicycle safety:

Complete a bike safety check
Test safety and navigation skills on the safety course
Receive guidance on properly fitting a helmet
Register bike with the Warrenville Police Department
Bike literature
Bring any adult bike in repairable condition or gently used kids’ bikes to recycle

Click the Village of Warrenville’s website for more information! warrenville.il.us/
The Warrenville BPAC is a partner organization. This is not an Illinois Prairie Path event but this may be of interest to path users.

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday - St James Farm Warrenville
2025-05-17 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at St. James Farm in Warrenville. It’s just off the Aurora Branch. Register today!! Thank you!!

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/21991?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

DuPage County / Elmhurst pop-up event
2025-05-22 09:30 - 14:30
DuPage County is planning for safer streets — families are invited to come learn more! Join the City of Elmhurst at the DuPage County Safety Action Plan on May 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of York Street and the Illinois Prairie Path. This is an opportunity to engage in family-friendly activities, understand the plan’s traffic safety recommendations, and learn about the new Safe Travel for All initiative to reduce serious injuries and traffic fatalities on our roads. Stop by to learn how the plan is taking shape to make roads safer for people in Elmhurst and throughout DuPage County
Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 9:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M.
At the intersection of York Street and the Illinois Prairie Path by Wild Meadows Trace
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This event was originally scheduled for Wednesday May 21

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West DuPage Woods Winfield
2025-05-25 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West DuPage Woods in Winfield. It’s just south of the Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/22154?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West DuPage Woods Winfield
2025-05-29 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West DuPage Woods in Winfield. It’s just south of the Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/22043?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Park District of Forest Park: Bike Safety Carnival
2025-05-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Roos Recreation Center, 784 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL
Bike Safety Carnival
Join us for the Bike Safety Carnival at the Roos Center Outdoor Pavilion on May 31, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM! This fun-filled event is perfect for all ages and free to attend. Register to receive a free bike helmet and enjoy exciting activities, including bike decorating and a bike parade through the park at 11:00 AM. Test your skills with Ride Illinois, get a bike safety check from Play It Again Sports, and explore local biking opportunities with the Illinois Prairie Path.
Sponsored by: Park District of Forest Park, Village of Forest Park, Cardinal Advancement Services, and Play It Again Sports.

Glen Ellyn Park District: Bike Rodeo
2025-06-07 13:30 - 15:30 | Glen Ellyn Bike Rodeo, 384 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn, IL
Ages 5-13 with adult
Giddy up for the Bike Rodeo! This free event demonstrates bicycle safety skills through fun drills and activities. Learn important bicycle rules of the road and test your ability at multiple bike rodeo stations. Participants bring their own bike and wear a fitted bike helmet. Presented by Glen Ellyn Park District, Glen Ellyn Police Department, and Glen Ellyn Public Library. Location: Main Street Rec Center. Min/Max: 25/200. Register through the Glen Ellyn Park District.
Registration Information

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West DuPage Woods Winfield
2025-06-15 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West DuPage Woods in Winfield. It’s just south of the Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/22155?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West DuPage Woods Winfield
2025-06-19 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West DuPage Woods in Winfield. It’s just south of the Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/22045?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Village of Villa Park: Summer Festival 2025
2025-06-21 11:00 - 22:30
Villa Park Summer Festival 2025

Villa Park Summer Festival 2025 will be held Saturday, June 21, 2024, 11 am-10:30 pm!
Fun for the Whole Family!
Villa Park Summer Festival is an annual gathering of the community coming together to enjoy music, food, libations, entertainment, local vendors, and each other. This one-day event serves as a kick-off to summer! Our Parks & Recreation department organizes the Summer Festival to give back to the Villa Park community in one of the best ways possible – a giant street party!
Free Parking Information: W. and E. Central Blvd, (North of W. Park and Ardmore), E. Park Blvd (just south of the Illinois Praire Path).

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West DuPage Woods Winfield
2025-06-26 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West DuPage Woods in Winfield. It’s just south of the Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/22046?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Forest Preserve District: Restoration Workday – West DuPage Woods Winfield
2025-06-29 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteer Opportunity!! One of the reasons the Prairie Path is special is because of the awesome Forest Preserves and Prairies just off the Path. Please volunteer at the West DuPage Woods in Winfield. It’s just south of the Geneva Spur. Register today!! Thank you!!
Help improve a forest preserve prairie or woodland by collecting seeds or removing nonnative plants. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. Free. To register by phone instead, call 630-206-9630 at least five days in advance (10 days by phone for groups of five or more).
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpddc/activity/search/detail/22156?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Partners in Mission: Annual Bike Ride - Glen Ellyn
2025-08-02 06:30 - 15:00
Most of this ride is on the Prairie Path!! Mark your calendars!!
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On Saturday August 2nd, we will be riding for the 12th year in a row. Through the years, we have been able to raise funds to build a kitchen/dining hall, STEM Center, teachers dorm, and most recently a carpenter/welding shop. This means that many of the 1,100 students have additional vocational options.
This year we will have a 25 or 28 mile option (still haven’t decided). This will open the door for many of you who wanted to ride but felt 50 miles was too long. More details to come.
So please put August 2nd in your calendar.
For more information about Partners-In-Mission, visit https://pim-africa.org/. Check back later for registration details.
Last year’s graphic for your reference…….

Recycled Cycling Bike Shop: Bike Show - Warrenville
2025-08-02 11:00 - 14:00
Join us for Recycled Cycling’s 5th Annual Bike Show!
Saturday, August 2nd | 11AM – 2PM
Right here at Recycled Cycling Bike Shop during Warrenville’s Summer Daze Festival!
We’re rolling out the classics, customs, and everything in between—
Vintage Road Bikes
BMX Beauties
Custom Builds
Classic Schwinns
And more!
We’re also excited to welcome back the Illinois Wheelmen, showcasing and riding some of the earliest bicycles in cycling history—this is a must-see for bike lovers of all ages.
Free Event | All Ages Welcome
Awards for Best in Class!
Want to show off your ride?
Register your bike: sales@recycledcycling.com
Come for the bikes, stay for the fun—Warrenville Summer Daze will also feature a classic car show, live entertainment, and more!

#bikeshow
#summerdaze #savethedate #warrenvilleillinois #vintagebicycle #vintageschwinn #vintageroadbike #steelisreal #bicyclelove #bikelife #classicbicycle #pennyfarthing #highwheelbicycle #bmx ##custombicycle

https://www.recycledcycling.com/events/
