Coffee at the Confluence
Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Fee: Free!
Age: Ages 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Contact: 815-722-9470
Location: McKinley Woods — Kerry Sheridan Grove
Event details
Experience the joys of seated birdwatching while drinking bird-friendly cold brew coffee. Bring a foldable lawn chair and your favorite mug and let the birds come to us at the confluence of the DuPage and Des Plaines rivers.
Event requirements
Registration required by Saturday, July 11: 815-722-9470.
Park at the McKinley Woods — Kerry Sheridan Grove lot and follow the signs leading to the confluence. Benches will be available for those without chairs. Cold brew coffee will be ready at the start of the program.
This is an inclusive program, welcoming individuals of all abilities. The hike to confluence will be no longer than 0.5 mile roundtrip on a paved trail. The program will take place on natural surfaces over uneven terrain. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should mention their request when registering or submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.