Enjoy a Back-to-School Celebration at DuPage Airport as another school year takes flight

DuPage Airport, the City of West Chicago and WGN-TV invite families to enjoy a free fun-filled day at the airport, as another school year takes flight. See the details below.

What: Back-to-School Celebration, where participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Sit inside airplane cockpits and meet pilots

  • Explore airport emergency vehicles and snow removal equipment

  • Experience flight simulators

  • Meet local law enforcement and first responders

  • Enjoy lunch and music on the tarmac (PLEASE NOTE: Food might contain peanuts.)

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 1, 2024

Where: DuPage Airport, 2705 International Drive in West Chicago

Cost: The event is free to attend, but preregistration is required. To sign up, scan the QR code on the flyer, or go to https://tinyurl.com/BackToSchoolCelebration2024. There is a maximum of six guests per registration.