Starved Rock Family Campground

Live Music
2026-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | At the water feature
Faith Salander plays the violin so beautifully. Come enjoy the tranquil sound and joyful evening for Mother’s Day.

Mother's Day Craft
2026-05-09 14:30 - 16:30 | At the camp store.
Come make a beautiful gift for Mom or Grandma to show them how much you appreciate all they do. Perfect for all ages.

Camp Store Family Bingo Hour
2026-05-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Starved Rock Family Campground, 757 N 3029th Road, North Utica, Illinois, 61373, United States
Join us at the Campground Store for structured family fun! All Welcome!

5 Fun Games of Bingo. Each winner picks a prize! 1pm Start Time

Bingo
2026-04-04 13:00 - 14:00 | At the General Store
Fun for the whole family!! Join us for about five games and win some awesome prizes.

Springtime Symphony
2026-05-09 07:00 | Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center / park trail meeting area
A naturalist-led bird-watching hike at Starved Rock State Park. This is a strong fit for hikers, birders, photographers, and spring campers looking for a guided outdoor experience near Starved Rock.

August Hill Wine Run 5k
2026-05-09 00:00 - 23:59
A 5k event tied to August Hill—great for runners, walkers, and anyone who enjoys an active community event with a fun finish. A great excuse to build a morning activity into your trip.

Bingo and Craft
2026-05-02 00:00 - 23:59
Join us every Saturday for an easy, family-friendly tradition: Bingo and Craft. Come play a few rounds of bingo for a chance to win prizes, then stick around to make a simple craft. It’s a great way to meet other campers, give kids something fun to do, and add a little “camp event” energy to your weekend.

Sun Catcher Craft
2026-05-02 14:30 - 15:30 | At the camp store
Make a beautiful, single strand, glass sun catcher. They are a great addition to any window, casting gorgeous prisms all over the room. Make one for Mom or Grandma as a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift.

Around the World with Animals
2026-05-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center / Park Program Area
A live animal show at Starved Rock State Park that gives families a fun add-on beyond the trails. This is a strong-shoulder season event for guests searching for kid-friendly activities near Starved Rock.

Whiskers, Wags & Shopping Bags
2026-05-02 00:00 - 23:59
A pet-friendly themed shopping event in Utica. If you’re traveling with a dog (or just love anything animal-focused), this is a fun community add-on. Expect shopping, local energy, and a playful event theme.

Market on Mill Grand Opening
2026-05-02 00:00 - 23:59
Celebrate the grand opening of Market on Mill—an event focused on shopping, local community, and seasonal excitement in Utica. Great for guests who like strolling, local vendors, and starting the day with a fun town stop.

Illinois’ Native Reptiles Live Animal Show
2026-04-26 13:00 | Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center / park program area.
A live animal program at Starved Rock that works especially well forfamilies and kids. It adds a nature-education option for guests who want more thanhiking during a spring campground stay.

LCHS Antiquin’ Weekend
2026-04-25 11:00 - 17:00 | LCHS Canal Market, 210 Clark St, Utica, IL 61373.
A vintage and antique shopping weekend at the LCHS Canal Market inUtica. This is a good fit for couples, day-trippers, and shoulder-season campers lookingfor shopping and small-town exploring near Starved Rock.

Live Music
2026-04-25 18:00 - 20:00
Liam Tipple is back. We can’t wait to see what he has for us this year. Join us at the water feature for some awesome outdoor music.

Chasing Spring: Waterfalls and Wildflowers Hike
2026-04-25 16:30 | Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center / park program area.
A naturalist-led Starved Rock hike focused on spring waterfalls andwildflowers. This is one of the strongest park programs to promote to hikers planning aspring camping trip near Starved Rock State Park.

Pinwheel Craft
2026-04-25 15:00 - 17:00
Pinwheels are fun for all ages. Join us to customize your own for outdoor fun or campsite decorations.

2026 Sweet Stroll: Sweet Escape Carnival
2026-04-25 13:00 - 18:00 | North Utica, 248 W Canal St, Utica, IL 61373
A playful, family-friendly downtown Utica event with sweets, games, attractions, and tasting-style stops. This is a strong calendar add for families and weekend visitors looking for kid-friendly events near Starved Rock and downtown Utica.

Bookmark Craft
2026-04-18 15:00 - 17:00
Need a bookmark for your summer reading? Come customize your own bookmark just the way you like it. Don’t read that much come make one special for someone that does.

Live Music
2026-04-11 18:00 - 20:00
Enjoy listening to awesome outdoor music? Join us at the water feature for a great time listening to Scott Lee Rock!!

Rock Painting
2026-04-11 15:00 - 17:00
Come paint a couple of rocks to take home or leave for someone else to find!

Kite Craft
2026-04-04 15:00 - 17:00
Decorate and put together a great kite for some fun kite flying!!

2026 Utica Fire Dept Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Carey Memorial Park, 105 Division St, Utica, IL 61373
A family-friendly Easter egg hunt in Utica that is easy for campground guests with kids to add to a spring Starved Rock weekend. The event is organized by the Utica Fire Department and includes multiple age-group hunts, making it a strong fit for families searching for things to do near Starved Rock in early April.

Event page URL: https://utica-il.gov/events-new/2026-utica-fire-dept-easter-egg-hunt
