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Winter Events |
Oswego Christmas Walk at the Museum |
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While enjoying the downtown festivities, make your way to the museum for holiday music brought to you by area Junior High choirs. Warm up in the historic Roger Matile Room and stroll through the award-winning museum gallery to complete your visit to this beloved community event. Little White School Museum |
Oswego Holiday Express |
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The tradition returns this holiday season! Oswego Holiday Express will leave the Santa Station for the North Pole. All aboard to kiddos, young and old! Put on your pajamas, don your warmest apparel, and head to the top of the world on a magical journey. (KV) South Point 21054 | Dec 9 | Th | 4:30-6:00pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21056 | Dec 10 | F | 4:30-6:00pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21057 | Dec 10 | F | 6:00-7:30pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21064 | Dec 11 | Sa | 2:00-3:30pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21065 | Dec 11 | Sa | 4:00-5:30pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21066 | Dec 11 | Sa | 6:00-7:30pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21067 | Dec 12 | Su | 2:00-3:30pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21068 | Dec 12 | Su | 4:00-5:30pm | $20(R)/$30(N) 21069 | Dec 12 | Su | 6:00-7:30pm | $20(R)/$30(N) |
Gingerbread Drink & Decorate |
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Take a gingerbread break this holiday season. Leave the kids at home for this adult only evening of candy coated creative exterior decorating. Each registration includes a “holiday spirit” and nibbles from while you work. Fee is per person. Everyone building their own house must register for the Grand Designer fee (which includes Gingerbread house foundation base, icing, and candy décor). Additional guests helping the Grand Designer on the same house should register for the Assisting Designer Fee. Registration deadline is Wednesday, December 8. Fox Valley Winery 21142 | Dec 14 | Tu | 6:30-8:30pm | $25(R)/$35(N) |
Santa on the Line |
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Christmas is just around the corner, and Santa has set aside some special time to talk with the children of the Oswegoland area! He wants to hear how your child’s year has been, all of their Christmas wishes, and, most of all, to spread Christmas cheer. (CV) Registration for this event closes on December 9. All Ages 21154 | Dec 15 | W | 6:00-8:00pm | $5(R)/$6(N) |
Happy Noon Year |
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Ring in the NOON year with this family friendly event where kids of all ages can enjoy New Year’s Eve! Burn off some energy playing in the gym, make a party favor, or grab a snack. This NOON year will be complete with a countdown and balloon drop at noon. Each person attending must register. (ZD) Boulder Point 21757 | Dec 31 | F | 10:00am-12:00pm | $15(R)/$20(N) |
FREE! The Great Puzzle Pass |
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Winter is a great time to break out a 1000 piece puzzle, but what if you’ve already solved that eagle soaring over mountains masterpiece? We’ve set up a January trading post for all puzzle aficionados. Gather up all your old puzzles, confirm they have every piece, and trade them for a new puzzle challenge at The Great Puzzle Pass. Boulder Point’s new lobby will be accepting all your old puzzles from January 3-7. On January 8 you can bring tickets for donated puzzles to the Puzzle Pass. Head home with a new mindbender to work out this winter. (KV) Boulder Point Drop Off: January 3-7, 8:30am – 4:30pm |
FREE! Journey Stories Poster Exhibit |
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The Little White School Museum invites you to a special exhibition exploring how the travel and movement of people has shaped the country. The poster exhibit is brought to you courtesy of the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service. Little White School Musuem January 3 – February 25 |
FREE! National Nothing Day |
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Make an important appointment to do nothing. Clear your calendar and enjoy a day free of obligations or deadlines. Be free and take it easy! (CV) All Ages 21753 | Jan 16 | Su | 8:00am-8:00pm | Free! |
Cabin Fever Frenzy |
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Ready to shake things up this winter? Face the Cabin Fever Frenzy! Part scavenger hunt, part game night, part creative outlet, the Cabin Fever Frenzy is a 48-hour team based challenge. Teams of 2-6 will be presented with over 100 mini-challenges (like singing a TV theme song, recreating a famous piece of art, or tapping into your pop culture knowledge). This app-based adventure will be held February 4-6. The team with the highest points will receive the $100 grand prize. Additional information and challenge guidelines will be available at oswegolandparkdistrict.org. Registration is per team and the deadline is January 25. (CV) All Ages 21723 | Feb 4-5 | F-Sa | 7:00-6:00pm | $30(R)/(N) |
Daddies, Dance, and Doughnuts |
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Little ladies, when you wake up Saturday morning, put on your princess gear and bring your Dad for doughnuts and dancing at the Civic Center! We will be putting on the hits and decorating some tasty treats. You are never too young for a sweet Saturday. This special event is designed for girls 2-5 and their dad. Register by February 1 for $30/ couple and $15/additional child. (ZD) Civic Center 21405 | Feb 5 | Sa | 10:30-11:30am | $30(R)/$45(N) |
Daddy Dinner Dance |
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Dads will be dancing with their stars this February! Girls in their fanciest finery are invited to celebrate their favorite knight in shining armor. Daughters will enjoy a delicious dinner with their dads and then dance the night away. Register by February 1. $25 per additional child. (ZD) Civic Center 21408 | Feb 4 | F | 6:30-8:00pm | $50(R)/$65(N) |
Mother Son Super Night Out |
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Moms and sons, show us your super moves this February! Pull out your favorite super hero outfits for our Super Night Out. Enjoy some modern tunes as instructors lead you through popular dances. This special night with your son includes dinner and dessert bar. Register by February 22. $25 per additional child. (ZD) Civic Center 21417 | Feb 25 | F | 6:00-7:30pm | $50(R)/$65(N) |
Mother Son Big Pig Tournament |
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In driveways all over Oswegoland, sons have been practicing their granny shots and Moms have been getting closer and closer to the perfect double hoop scoop. This double elimination tournament brings a little bit of March Madness to the classic game of clever basketball shots. Mom and her ballers can also win fame and prizes in this year’s dunk contest. Teams must be registered by February 24 to get Big Pig team shirts. The competition is limited to mothers and their boys. Register by your child’s grade. Check in and open shooting start 30 minutes before tourney start. Only the championship games are open for public viewing. $20 per additional child. Registration closes on Tuesday, March 3.(ZD) Fox Chase Elementary School 21278 | Mar 5 | Sa | 5:30-9:30pm | $45(R)/$60(N) |
Pop Up Dog Park |
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Let your best four-legged friend run like the wind at the pop up dog park. Sit and stay with some new friends. Preregistration is encouraged, and price is per dog. Drop in registration will be available the day of the event for $8, space permitting. (CV) Prairie Point Community Park Large Dog (25 lbs or more) Small Dog (25 lbs or less) |
Flashlight Egg Hunt |
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Bring your flashlights and join us for this nighttime hunt for eggs. You’ll also have the chance to win a great prize like a drones, Bluetooth speakers, cameras, and more! Each participant will go home with a candy bag. Please bring a flashlight and prize bag. The hunt will be held rain or moonshine, so be sure to dress for the weather. The first 50 to enter code 2022EGG during registration will receive a special rate of $6. Playground check-in will be 7:15 -7:30pm with a 7:40pm hunt! Registration space is limited and ends on April 11. (ZD) Wormley Heritage Park 21415| Apr 14 | TH| 7:30pm| $9(R)/(N) |
Saw Wee Kee Trail Run Series |
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Join the Oswegoland Park District in this new fun and challenging trail run series at the beautiful Saw Wee Kee Park. The soft path, with its twists and turns, ups and downs, makes for a great all natural run whether the weather makes it a muddy mess, or a fragrant wildflower filled dash. Runners are bib-timed and sent in every few minutes. Each race features a different course and different piece of the medal! Attend each of the four runs in the series and complete the 2022 medal! There are no refunds for athletic events. Registration closes February 18th. (ZD) Saw Wee Kee Park 21280 | Feb 26 | Sa | 1:00-5:00pm | $100(R)/(N) |
