Top Private School Events in Illinois

Find private school fairs, open houses and other events in your area. You can also learn more about them, how they work, and how they can help you research schools.

Top Illinois open-houses (2025) are listed below

Thu., November 04, 2021 - Thu., February 26, 2026  - Rockford, IL

Open House
Rockford Lutheran School
3411 N Alpine Road, Rockford, IL 61114
9:00am (CDT) (11/04) - 1:00am (CDT) (02/26)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Julie Behmer, (815) 877-9551 Ext. 158, jbehmer@rockfordlutheran.org

Join us at one of our weekly Open Houses for prospective students and their families. Junior - Senior High has Open House every Thursday. Our Open House will provide your family with the opportunity to discover how Rockford Lutheran will help your child excel at Academics, Arts, Athletics and many Activities. Your student will grow in a Christ-Centered environment and have the opportunity to receive college credit through our Dual Credit program in 11th and 12th grade. Reservations for our weekly Open Houses are not required but suggested. We look forward to showing your family Rockford Lutheran! Schedule an Open House tour today by calling 815-877-9551 ext. 158. Tours are available M-F.

Tue., July 22, 2025 - Wed., August 13, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
Ravenswood Christian School
4437 N Seeley Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
6:00am (CDT) (07/22) - 8:00am (CDT) (08/13)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Kathy Carter, (773) 561-6576, kcarter@ravenswoodbaptist.org

We invite you to our Open Houses on July 22 and August 13, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. We are located at 4437 N. Seeley Ave., Chicago, IL 606225, and have a parking lot between Seeley Ave. and Damen Ave., off Sunnyside Ave. Our school offers Preschool through 12th grade. Our mission is to build Christ-like character in our students. We provide a safe environment for children to learn, with a focus on individual student development. We strive to achieve academic excellence through researched teaching methods to prepare our students to meet the challenges of today. Below is a link to our Open Houses. https://ravenswoodchristian.org/home/open-houses/

Thu., July 24, 2025  - Wilmette, IL

Reception
Baker Demonstration School
201 Sheridan Road, Wilmette, IL 60091
6:30pm (CDT) - 9:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: No
Further information:

Baker invited you to our first Movies on the Baker Field. Join us for Despicable Me 4. Gates open at 6:30 PM. The movie begins at 7:30. In case of rain, the event will move indoors to the Baker Gymnasium.

Thu., August 07, 2025  - Wilmette, IL

Reception
Baker Demonstration School
201 Sheridan Road, Wilmette, IL 60091
6:30pm (CDT) - 9:00pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: No
Further information:

Join us for the second movie of the season for Baker Movies on the Field. This evening we will be showing Wicked! In case of rain, the movie will be shown in the Baker Gymnasium

Tue., September 23, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Sun., October 05, 2025  - Des Plaines, IL

Open House
Willows Academy
1015 Rose Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016
1:00pm (CDT) - 3:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: No
Further information: Sara Danielewicz, (847) 824-6900, danielewicz@willowsacademy.org

The Office of Admission cordially invites you to attend an Open House for prospective students and their families. These Open Houses will provide an opportunity to meet and interact with teachers, administrators, and students, as well as tour our beautiful facility. Register on our website (willowsacademy.org) or contact Sara Danielewicz, Director of Admissions. We hope to see you there!

Tue., October 21, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Sun., November 02, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
Wolcott College Prep
524 N. Wolcott Ave., Chicago, IL 60622
1:00am (CDT) - 3:00am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

The Office of Admission cordially invites you to attend an Open House for prospective students and their families. These Open Houses will provide an opportunity to meet and interact with teachers, administrators, and students, as well as tour our main building and our Arts and Athletic Center. Reservations are required. We hope to see you there!

Tue., November 04, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique preschool program, which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. This group tour provides an opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our preschool, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., November 11, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Sat., November 15, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park
814 & 821 W. Eastman Street, Chicago, IL 60642
10:00am (CST) - 12:00pm (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (773) 907-5000, admissions@bischicagolp.org

Join us at one of our BISC - Lincoln Park family friendly 2024-2025 Open House events to learn more about our diverse and dynamic international school for children 15 months 11 years old. Come meet our staff, members of our parent community and tour the campus. RSVP Here: https://bookeo.com/bisclp

Tue., December 09, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique preschool program, which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. This group tour provides an opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our preschool, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., December 16, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., January 13, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Sun., January 25, 2026  - Maryville, IL

Open House
St. John Neumann Catholic School
142 Wilma Dr, Maryville, IL 62062
11:00am (CST) - 1:00pm (CST)

RSVP needed: No
Further information: development@sjncrusaders.org

Come and tour our beloved campus and meet our faculty & staff. Check out the wonderful student work we will have showcased. Learn about the Crusader experience and all that it means for children ages PreK - 8th grade.

Tue., January 27, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique preschool program, which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. This group tour provides an opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our preschool, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Sat., February 07, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Open House
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
9:00am (CST) - 11:30am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, zjohnson@averycoonley.org

Come see us in Action! Learn firsthand about our engaging, innovative, educational programming designed specifically to meet the needs of advanced learners in preschool through grade 8. Tour classrooms and learning spaces. Talk with teachers, administrators, parents, and students. Whether you have just started your school search or are ready to apply, we invite you to join us for this once-a-year event. www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., February 17, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., February 24, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CST) - 10:15am (CST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique preschool program, which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. This group tour provides an opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our preschool, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., March 10, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., March 17, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique preschool program, which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. This group tour provides an opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our preschool, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., April 07, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., April 14, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique preschool program, which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. This group tour provides an opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our preschool, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., May 05, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, zjohnson@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique preschool program, which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. This group tour provides an opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our preschool, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., May 12, 2026  - Downers Grove, IL

Tour
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour Kindergarten to Grade 8. We invite you to visit our campus to learn about The Avery Coonley School's unique programs designed for gifted and advanced learners. This group tour offers you the opportunity to meet our admissions staff, hear about our programs, tour our classrooms, meet current parents, and get your questions answered. Please note: tours are intended for parents/guardians only. No childcare is available. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

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