What Are the Best Wintertime Activities to Do in the Naperville Area?

It's that time of year again, the space between winter and spring, and well you may find yourself thinking and maybe if you're anything like us, Googling something a bit like this: "What are the best wintertime activities to do in the Naperville area?"

Wintertime can feel dreadful if you're stuck doing the same old thing day in and day out and let's be honest, in Illinois winter lasts FOREVER. Just as soon as we think spring is coming early we get hit with a mountain of snow to shovel and maneuver around. 

The thing is, despite the weather, if we dress for the conditions and prepare for the roads there's actually a lot going on AND... and, and did you know people who get outside and stay active during the wintertime are actually healthier!? There's actually "...scientific proof that going outside — even in the winter — makes us healthier!" 

If you're running out of ideas for wintertime activities to do alone or with the family, we've got a good mix of both indoor and outdoor activities right here for you to check out and the best part is, they're all right here in the Naperville area. 

Please comment below if you have any great ideas that weren't included in this post!

Two Boston's GALENTINE'S YAPPY HOUR    Naperville, IL  60540 February 13, 2020 6 - 7:30 PM Take some extra time to celebrate your furry loved ones at our Galentine's Yappy Hour event! They will have refreshments for pups and people, along with photo backdrops so you can make the memories last!  See their full list of upcoming event details here. Cross-Country Skiing at The Morton Arboretum The season runs November 29, 2019, through March 13, 2020 There are wonderful skiing destinations across the Arboretum grounds: Ski Trail Map. Get the full details here. Naperville Pizza Wars Wednesday, February 19th, 2020 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm @ Naperville Central High School Who has the best pizza in Naperville? Come out to sample and vote for your favorite - all while supporting a great cause!  Get the full details here.  Naperville Plays at DuPage Children's Museum Saturday, February 22 | 9:00 am-Noon   "Visitors will quadruple their fun at the Museum during this partnership of programming with a fun, hands-on activities provided by the Museum, Naper Settlement, Knoch Knolls Nature Center, and Naperville Public Library that relate to S.T.E.A.M. concepts." Get the full details here. Adult Hike with a Naturalist Friday, February, 28th, 2020 or Saturday, February, 29th 10 am - 11:30 am Join a naturalist on a wintry morning hike at Knoch Knolls Park to learn about local wildlife. The trails may be snowy. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. FREE but registration required Get the full details here.

Naperville St. Patrick's Day Parade/St. Paddy's Day 5K Saturday, March 14, 2020! St. Paddy’s Day 5K – 8 AM  St. Patrick’s Day PARADE – 10 AM May the luck of the Irish be with you!  Get the full event details here. For additional 5K details head to this link http://www.stpaddysday5k.org/