Quarry Camp for Explorers (Ages 10-14)
Outdoor and active summer camps for 10-14 year-olds that foster personal growth through education & recreation in our 300-acre adventure park.
20% OFF ALL ACTIVITIES with code 4JULY20
20% OFF ALL ACTIVITIES with code 4JULY20
Outdoor and active summer camps for 10-14 year-olds that foster personal growth through education & recreation in our 300-acre adventure park.
Outdoor and active summer camps for 7-9 year-olds that foster personal growth through education & recreation in our 300-acre adventure park.
Three-day workshop offers an exciting mix of circus arts, including juggling, clowning, stilt walking, face painting, miming and more.
Our camp over is happening again in summer 2025! Spend 2 nights and 3 days with us on 300+ acres of land at The Forge and the surrounding area
Zoinks! Grab your Scooby Snacks and settle in for an outdoor screening of “Scooby-Doo” as part of our FREE Movie Monday series.
Experience the electrifying anthems of the ‘70s and ‘80s as “That Arena Rock Show” brings classic rock’s biggest hits to life.
Sing along to all your favorite Disney hits with The Little Mermen, the ultimate Disney tribute concert for fanatics of all ages.
Find your super suit and join us for a super-powered movie night featuring The Incredibles!
Outdoor and active summer camps for 3-6 year-olds that foster curiosity & play-based learning in our 300-acre adventure park.
Discover the ultimate outdoor adventure at the Forge Nature Center, where kids can enjoy scavenger hunts, kayaking, nature crafts, mini golf, and a special animal encounter!
Get ready to relive the anthems of your teenage years with a high-energy tribute to emo and pop-punk classics.
Join our ultimate birthday bash; a free event featuring incredible live music performances and a grand fireworks show.
Learn the basics of fly fishing in a fun, hands-on class led by Illinois Fly Fishing Company—no experience or gear required.
Join us for an outdoor screening of “The Greatest Showman” as part of The Forge: Lemont Quarries FREE Movie Monday series!
Sixteen Candles brings the best of ‘80s pop to life with spot-on covers of Madonna, Prince, Duran Duran, and more.
Relive the sights, sounds and pure rock and roll euphoria of Led Zeppelin, performed with passion and precision by KASHMIR.
Shop from a curated collection of 80+ small business owners and their handcrafted/sourced goods.
As part of our free Movie Monday series, celebrate Christmas in July with a holiday classic starring Tim Allen as an accidental Santa.
New World Men brings the legendary sound of Rush to life with pitch-perfect covers of classics like “Tom Sawyer” and “Spirit of Radio.”
Enjoy tastings from a curated selection of wineries, paired with gourmet bites and live entertainment.
Ohana means family and that means no one gets left behind on Movie Monday!
Celebrate the all-American sounds of country music with Made in America, a tribute to Toby Keith!
Whether you've been front row at the Eras Tour or never seen Taylor Swift live, don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Fearless, a Taylor Swift tribute.
From colorful snakes to majestic lizards, get up close and personal with incredible animals at CrossTown Exotics!
Plan Your Visit
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Park & Trail Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Park & Trail Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
