# Itty Bitty New Year at the Exploritorium — Skokie

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Thu, Dec 31 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where: Oakton Community Center, 4701 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60076
- Ages: Tickets for all adults and children 2 and over
- Price: Children age 2 and over $20. Adult $5.
- Organizer: Skokie Park District
- Official page: https://ilskokieweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=PST&keyword=itty
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

Skokie Park District's annual morning New Year's Eve party for young families at the Oakton Community Center, with a DJ, games, crafts, entertainment and a balloon drop at noon to ring in 2027. Admission to the Exploritorium play space is included. All adults and all children 2 and over need tickets; no strollers allowed. Give an email address when buying tickets.

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