OAKtoberfest offers an afternoon of family fun at Maryknoll Park
The Glen Ellyn Park District, in partnership with Go Green Glen Ellyn, invites the community to celebrate the majestic oak tree at OAKtoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 5, at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave.
This free event from 1 to 4 p.m. offers a variety of family-friendly activities designed to educate and entertain all ages.
This year's OAKtoberfest features a range of engaging new activities: oak tree planting demonstration; yoga with Kristin Malone; recycled paper making with SCARCE; wooden bookmark decorating, courtesy of Glen Ellyn Public Library.
There also will be an “Oaks-Are-a-Treasure Hunt” and an “Acorn Obstacle Course.”
Attendees can also enjoy a guided nature walk to learn about the importance of oak trees, participate in an acorn toss, and get creative with a tree art project. For those looking to try something new, platform tennis will be available with equipment and brief instruction provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
In addition, OAKtoberfest features an opportunity to meet and support local environmentally conscious organizations and small businesses, including Two Hound Red, School of Rock, Glen Ellyn Public Library, The Conservation Foundation, Glen House Food Pantry, Eastern Branch DuPage River Trail, League of Women Voters, and Branch Gardens.
Adults, age 21 or older, can purchase a special OAKtoberfest beer from Two Hound Red.
“We’re thrilled to host OAKtoberfest and bring together families and friends from across the area for a day of fun, learning, and connection,” said Courtney O'Kray, superintendent of marketing & communications at Glen Ellyn Park District. “This event is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our local environment while supporting organizations and businesses dedicated to sustainability and community well-being.”
Admission is free, and all ages are welcome, though children must be accompanied by an adult. Outdoor events may be canceled in case of rain or other unfavorable conditions.
For more information, visit gepark.org/gepdevent/oaktoberfest/.