Arts Events for Kids in Niles, IL

16 upcoming events · 16 free · from Niles-Maine District Library

Tuesday, September 15

• Cosplay Collective🕒 Tue, Sep 15 · 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Come share your tips and tricks for making fandom-based costumes with other creative teens! Whether you love a…

  Free · Registration required
• Air Dry Clay Alebrijes🕒 Tue, Sep 15 · 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  En esta clase, participantes aprenderán sobre los alebrijes y crearán sus propios utilizando cerámica fría y p…

  Free · Registration required

Wednesday, September 16

• Laser Engraved Desk Nameplate🕒 Wed, Sep 16 · 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  In this maker program, attendees will learn how to use the laser cutter from start to finish including how to …

  Free · Registration required
• Reader's Theater🕒 Wed, Sep 16 · 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library🔁 3 dates

  Registration for Niles-Maine District card holders and students in our district begins August 20, 2026 and is …

  Free · Registration required

Thursday, September 17

• Rainbow Underground🕒 Thu, Sep 17 · 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Join us in a supportive space to explore LGBTQIA+ themed crafts, discussions, and community-building! All teen…

  Free · Registration required

Tuesday, September 22

• Pokémon Club🕒 Tue, Sep 22 · 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  This program is for kids in grades 2-6 only. Registration for Niles-Maine District Library card holders or stu…

  Free · Registration required

Wednesday, September 23

• Reader's Theater🕒 Wed, Sep 23 · 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library🔁 3 dates

  Registration for Niles-Maine District card holders and students in our district begins August 20, 2026 and is …

  Free · Registration required

Thursday, September 24

• Paint a Mexican Tin Heart🕒 Thu, Sep 24 · 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  In this maker program, attendees will learn about National Hispanic Heritage Month and decorate a beautiful Me…

  Free · Registration required

Friday, September 25

• Drama Club🕒 Fri, Sep 25 · 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Registration for Niles-Maine District Library card holders and students in our district begins August 20, 2026…

  Free · Registration required

Monday, September 28

• Junk Journal Club🕒 Mon, Sep 28 · 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Join Miss Rachel to check in with other club members and work on your junk journal. If you don't have a journa…

  Free · Registration required

Wednesday, September 30

• Reader's Theater🕒 Wed, Sep 30 · 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library🔁 3 dates

  Registration for Niles-Maine District card holders and students in our district begins August 20, 2026 and is …

  Free · Registration required

Friday, October 2

• Pumpkin Painting🕒 Fri, Oct 2 · 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Registration for Niles-Maine District card holders and students in our district begins August 20, 2026 and is …

  Free · Registration required
• Doodle Club🕒 Fri, Oct 2 · 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Registration for Niles-Maine District Library card holders or students in our district begins August 20, 2026 …

  Free · Registration required

Saturday, October 3

• Messy Art🕒 Sat, Oct 3 · 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Get ready to get messy at the Library! Families are welcome to explore different art mediums. DROP IN Feel fre…

  Free

Monday, October 5

• Global Neighbors: Alpine Thunder Performance🕒 Mon, Oct 5 · 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Alpine Thunder will be performing as a trio highlighting Oktoberfest culture, songs, and dancing. Enjoy sounds…

  Free

Tuesday, October 6

• Sewing Club: Witch Hats🕒 Tue, Oct 6 · 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM📍 Niles-Maine District Library

  Are you a teen with a passion for fashion or a budding DIY enthusiast? Join Miss Tess and Miss Rachel as each …

  Free · Registration required