Polar Adventure Day at Northerly Island

Celebrate the magic of winter with the Chicago Park District at Polar Adventure Days 2026!
Experience the beauty of the season at Northerly Island Park next to Chicago's Museum Campus — with a full day of family-friendly outdoor and indoor fun. Bundle up and enjoy husky sled dog demonstrations, live demonstrations, arts & crafts, nature play and warm up with hot cocoa by the bonfire.
Since 2005, Polar Adventure Days has celebrated Chicago’s winter wildlife and natural beauty. This cherished event now brings the joy of the season to both the Museum Campus and the Southeast Side, introducing visitors to the city’s rich ecological and cultural landscapes. Follow the Chicago Park District on Facebook and Instagram, or visit chicagoparkdistrict.com, for event updates and weather details.