11 free Thanksgiving events in Chicago: turkey crafts, gratitude trees, Thanksgiving storytimes and Native American Heritage Month programs. Each one links to the organizer’s own page.
3–5 pm
Free1McKinley Park, Chicago Public Library
Most weeks we feature a drop-in activity which may include a simple STEM or craft activity, building materials, puzzles, toys or maybe even a coloring bonanza!
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4–5 pm
Free2Avalon, Chicago Public Library
Drop in for this tasty treat celebrating fall. Create a tasty sweet turkey with Thanksgiving right around the corner!
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10–11 am
Free3North Pulaski, Chicago Public Library
Join us for a screening of Thankful with Blue (Blues Clues & You). Beloved puppy Blue invites viewers to join her and the live action host on a clue-led adventure and solve a…
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5:30–6:30 pm
Free4Thurgood Marshall, Chicago Public Library
Join us for a special hour of turkey-themed games, crafts, activities and surprises. This gives our young friends a chance to play, create and connect with friends at the library.
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4–5 pm
Free5West Englewood, Chicago Public Library
Decorate a journal and consider using it as a gratitude journal. We will have a few prompts available to get you started. For ages 10 to 19.
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4–5 pm
Free6Edgewater, Chicago Public Library
Join us for a Thanksgiving-themed activity where we create turkey balloons with feathers and crafting materials then race them against each other to learn about physics.
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11 am–12 pm
Free7Jeffery Manor, Chicago Public Library
Thanksgiving Crafts lets kids make fun, colorful projects inspired by fall leaves, turkeys and the holiday season. For kids 6 to 13.
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1–2 pm
Free7Jeffery Manor, Chicago Public Library
Kids can explore the library on a fun turkey scavenger hunt, searching for hidden turkeys tucked into bookshelves and cozy corners as they make their way around the library.
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4:30–5:30 pm
Free7Jeffery Manor, Chicago Public Library
Kids can join us in the library to paint their own Thanksgiving‑themed rocks, using bright colors and fun designs like turkeys, leaves and pumpkins. For kids 6 to 13.
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5–6:30 pm
Free8Little Village, Chicago Public Library
Bring the family to learn about the Thanksgiving Day Parade. Stay and decorate your own balloon to parade and take home. For kids 5 to 13. How to Attend Register by 5 p.m.
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11 am–12 pm
Free9Uptown, Chicago Public Library
Join Ms. My for a festive and high‑energy Thanksgiving celebration designed especially for young children and their families.
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