Event Category: Children & Family

  • Nature Explorers

    Nature Explorers

    2026 Nature Explorers Schedule This free program is for ages 5-12 and is held on Wednesdays from mid-June through mid-August at 10:30 AM. This year’s theme is Adventure Passport! All programs will begin at the nature center. Adults do NOT have to stay. June 10th – Who Left These Tracks?  June 17th – Who’s Making that Sound?  June 24th –…

  • WILD Roots

    WILD Roots

    WILD Roots This program is for teens ages 13-18 and is held on Monday’s periodically throughout the year. This program kicks off in the fall and runs through summer.   January 12th, 4-6 PM- Winter Wander at Kenue Park  March 23rd, 6-8 PM- Spring Soirée at Kenue Park  June 1st, 6-8 PM- Summer Summit at Horseshoe…

  • Glacial Golf & Family Fun

    Glacial Golf & Family Fun

    We are joining in with the Winter Games Festivities! Glacial golf will give you a chance to try out your mini golf skills on the frozen lake with s’mores and hot chocolate by the campfire to keep you warm. Also try out your broom ball skills on our broom ball court. If you are in…

  • Winter Games Kite Festival – Night

    Winter Games Kite Festival – Night

    Enjoy the Winter Games Kite festival January 23 – 24.

  • Winter Games Kite Festival

    Winter Games Kite Festival

    Enjoy the Winter Games Kite festival January 23 – 24.

  • Winter Games Bloody Mary’s & Hot Chocolate Bar

    Winter Games Bloody Mary’s & Hot Chocolate Bar

    Winter Games Weekend is here! Come to Arnolds Park Preservation Plaza and enjoy a courtyard filled with fun! Enjoy the Bloody Mary & hot chocolate bar while warming up in The Roof Garden!

  • Winter Games Courtyard, Firepits & Fun!

    Winter Games Courtyard, Firepits & Fun!

    Winter Games Weekend is here! Come to Arnolds Park Preservation Plaza and enjoy a courtyard filled with fun! Warm up by the fire pits, watch the kites and games, and join in on the activities.

  • Boji Kite Festival – Night Kite Show

    Boji Kite Festival – Night Kite Show

    Boji Kite Festival returns and this year with a designated Night Kite Show! Join us to see these giant kites light up the sky over West Lake Okoboji during Winter Games weekend. (Weather Permitting)

  • Boji Kite Festival – Family Night

    Boji Kite Festival – Family Night

    Join us for a brand new event! The Boji Kite Festival Family Night! Come and go and enjoy an up close and personal touch with the professional kite fliers from all across the world! Cost: Freewill donation of any amount to the Gift a Smile program. Come-and-go format for families Activities & Offerings:

  • Valentine Cupcake Decorating

    Valentine Cupcake Decorating

    Valentine Cupcake Decorating Tuesday, Feb. 3 |  4pm – 5:15pm$40/$50 per Group, add additional child for $10 Register by Jan. 29 This cupcake decorating class is designed for kids ages 7-12 years and an adult to work together as a group. Decorate your own adorable animal inspired Valentine Cupcakes! Learn about decorating techniques and designs, practice…