Lake County Parks

Vote for PLAY on this holiday! Plenty to do with red, white and blue. Pin a star on your jacket for providing your child play…a child’s best way to learn!

Oh my stars! Bellaboo’ has been awarded an Explore Space and Science Earth and Space Kit customized and planned by the National Informational STEM Education Network, NISE. Launch into science at this day only celebration to share the many different...

The experts from Gibson Woods Nature Preserve provide interactive nature-based play at this monthly series. Little lessons may include stories or crafts plus plenty of outdoor exploration. Included with price of admission. Program is every second...

Cookies with Mrs.Claus is the perfect way to get “Santa Ready!” before the big day. Nestle in our warm greetings, yummy goodies and plenty of jolly play! Join us for activities like Cookie Decorating, Carol-a-long, Storytime with Mrs.Claus, and...

December provides many opportunities for children to learn about all different types of holiday traditions. We are happy to engage our youngest learners in celebratory activities introducing diverse American & worldwide cultures that may be...

Let us put the stripes on your stockings, points on your ears & toes and cherry on your checks & nose! Start the season off with a ring-a-ding-ding at this fun and festive Holiday Fling! Just in time to get all the necessary “to-do’s”...

This one-of-a-kind EGGSTRAVAGANZA is a whimsical evening of hearty adventure, swashbucking songs and hidden treasures. Ahoy Kiddies! Drop on Captian Bellaboo's Ship and enjoy the hunt for egg treasures. Pirate costumes recommended! Tickets are $8 per...

This is the time of the year when our garden pumpkins are fresh for the painting. The outdoor play areas are hay-filled and maze-y crazy. Scarecrows are being stuffed inside, apples are being stamped and cinnamon is I the air… and in the drinks at...

Friendly Helpers all around making the world a better place every day right in Northwest Indiana! Some wear badges and speed by in zooming cars, others might wear muddy boots and hard hats or scrubs and a shower cap. Helpers are everyday people that...

Bellaboo’s will be crawling with critters in tow! This hands-on connection with commonly unfamiliar critters can assist in teaching respect & care for all living things…even when they might seem creepy! That’s right…real visits from real...