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READ ON!The Forge, located in Lemont, offers adventure for every age and every ability, including the country's largest ropes challenge courses, outdoor dining, laser tag, six lakes for fishing and kayaking, miles of flat hiking, running, biking trails, races, and special events.
In addition to all the daily activities offered at The Forge, special events and entertainment are offered throughout the year. Below are a few upcoming events for you to check out!
First Birthday Celebration
Saturday, July 17th
Attend the raddest birthday party of the year as The Forge: Lemont Quarries celebrates its one-year anniversary! Enjoy a day of adventurous activities (pay-to-play) and an awesome lineup of birthday events at The Mount including a DJ, live bands, and grand finale fireworks show! Buy tickets here.
2021 Music in the Park Series
Local Grooves Festival Saturday, July 24th at 1pm
The Forge Sings Disney Saturday, July 31s & Sunday, August 1st at 5:30pm
Maggie Speaks Friday, August 13th at 6pm
The Forge Sings 80’s Friday, August 20th & Saturday, August 21st at 5:30pm
Chicago Philharmonic Sunday, September 5th at 5:30pm
One of These Nights Friday, September 10th at 6:00pm
2021 Movie Series
Independence Day Saturday, July 10th at 7pm
Mary Poppins Returns Saturday, August 7th at 7pm
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Saturday, August 28th at 7pm
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark Saturday, September 25th at 7pm
Weekly Yoga Classes
July - September
Power Yoga Most Saturdays at 9am
Mindful Morning Flow Most Sundays at 9am
Karaoke and Trivia
Thursdays
Join The Forge for rotating Karaoke and Trivia on Thursday nights. Karaoke will be hosted at The Mount (the outdoor stage) and trivia will be hosted at The Foundry. Both activities are free, so grab your friends and make memories at The Forge in Lemont.
For additional information and to buy tickets for the Music or Movie Series or make a reservation for a yoga class, visit forgeparks.com.