Oakton Community Center

Oakton Community Center The Oakton Community Center houses The Exploritorium and offers a variety of programs for people of all ages.

Our Active Adult Lounge hosts dozens of events and activities for patrons over the age of 60!

05/17/2026
05/16/2026

We're moments away from kicking off the 34th Skokie Festival of Cultures at Oakton Park! Don't miss any of the action. Check out our schedule here: https://www.skokieparks.org/sfoc-entertainment/

πŸ“Œ Opening Ceremony: Saturday, May 16 at 1 p.m.

πŸ—“ May 16 & 17, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
πŸ“ Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St.

05/15/2026

THIS WEEKEND: VISIT THE 34TH SKOKIE FESTIVAL OF CULTURES
Bring the whole family and discover why Skokie is one of the most ethnically diverse places in Illinois! Join thousands of area residents at the free 34th Skokie Festival of Cultures, a two-day, free annual ethnic festival in the park, featuring:

β€’ Music and dance performances on two stages, all weekend.
β€’ Food and beverages for sale.
β€’ A festival passport to guide you to all 34 cultural booths.
β€’ A children's game and activity area (additional fee).
β€’ Merchandise vendors.
β€’ The festival's famous flag display.

Don't miss!
πŸ“Œ The Parade of Cultures during the opening ceremonies on Saturday at 1 p.m.
ο»ΏπŸ“Œ The Festival of Colors Finale on Sunday at 5:45 p.m.

πŸ—“ Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
πŸ“ Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St.

05/15/2026

The Exploritorium Playground in Skokie offers many fun experiences and programs for children of all ages.

05/06/2026

DON'T MISS A SECOND OF THE ACTION!
Fifty-one acts will take the stage at the 2026 Skokie Festival of Cultures at Oakton Park! πŸ”— Check out our schedule here: https://www.skokieparks.org/sfoc-entertainment/

πŸ“Œ Opening Ceremony: Saturday, May 16 at 1 p.m.
πŸ“Œ Festival of Colors Finale: Sunday, May 17 at 6 p.m.

β€’ Music & dance performances
β€’ Food & beverages for sale
β€’ Interactive cultural booths
β€’ Children’s game & activity area (additional fee)
β€’ Merchandise vendors

πŸ—“ May 16 & 17, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
πŸ“ Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St.

03/27/2026

KIDS NIGHT OUT APRIL
Kid's deserve a night out too! Drop your child off for an evening of supervised fun, crafts, Exploritorium playtime and a movie. Snacks will be provided. Please be sure to eat dinner before you come. For children aged 4-10 years old. Children must be fully toilet trained. Fee per child: R $22/ NR $27

πŸ”— Register here: https://bit.ly/4rV2pw1

πŸ—“ Friday, April 17, 6:30–9 p.m.
πŸ“ Oakton Community Center / Exploritorium

03/27/2026

DISCOVER NEW EVENTS, WORKSHOPS & OUTINGS IN APRIL!
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in April – in addition to its hundreds of classes – the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.

🌱 View our calendar and links here: https://adobe.ly/4bDbpRz

03/17/2026

πŸ€ HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY! πŸ€
We spent this St. Patrick’s Day at the Oakton Community Center for bingo with Skokie’s Active Adultsβ€”and it did not disappoint. Janeen and Angela really know how to throw a party! The food was great, the energy was even better, and Eric Donner had the room rocking with a fantastic performance.

Turns out, luck isn’t just a four-leaf clover. It’s the momentum, good energy, and great people that make moments like this special. Feeling lucky to be part of this community. You really can’t beat bingo on a Tuesday morning.

πŸ”— Check out upcoming events: https://www.skokieparks.org/events/

01/30/2026

CHECK OUT NEW EVENTS, WORKSHOPS & OUTINGS IN FEBRUARY!
If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in February, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.

πŸ’• View our calendar and links here: https://adobe.ly/4kaRo7w

01/30/2026

STORYBOOK CORNER AT THE EXPLORITORIUM
Join us for books, songs and more during playtime in the Exploritorium. Held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. No registration required. Free with paid admission. Exploritorium admission fee per person $7/$8 (resident/non-resident). No fee for children under 1 year old. Recommended for children aged 2-6 years old.

πŸ—“ Tuesday, February 3, 10:30 a.m.
πŸ“ Exploritorium, 4701 Oakton St.
β„Ή Questions? Contact Alyssa at [email protected].

Address

4701 Oakton Street
Skokie, IL
60076

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 8pm
Thursday 8:30am - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

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