Bourbonnais, IL – Families in Kankakee County looking for a festive activity this month have a new option as the Bourbonnais Township Park District prepares to host its holiday-themed kids program, “What the Elf?” on Friday, December 19, at the Exploration Station.
According to the park district, the two-hour adventure transforms young participants into “honorary elf detectives” tasked with solving a playful Christmas mystery. Children will rotate through craft stations, hands-on activity areas, and guided clue challenges as they work together to crack the case of the missing sleigh bells. Organizers say the program is designed to boost creativity, problem-solving, and seasonal excitement.
The event runs 6:00–8:00 p.m. and is open to children ages 6–12. Registration costs $12 per participant, and space is limited due to activity station capacity. Staff members at the Exploration Station, located in Bourbonnais near the Greater Kankakee area, will supervise all activity zones throughout the evening.
Park district officials note that the program has been popular in past years, often drawing families from surrounding communities including Bradley, Kankakee, and Manteno. Parents are encouraged to enroll early to secure a spot before the event reaches capacity.
Anyone interested in signing up can register through the park district’s online portal. The Exploration Station serves as one of Bourbonnais’s primary educational and recreation centers, offering programs throughout the year aimed at hands-on learning and community engagement.
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