USO Holidays

Holidays are often times when people celebrate with friends and family, but for people in the military they can mean missing out on beloved traditions and fun at home. To address this, USO Centers bring festive and celebratory programming to service members and their families throughout the year.

Upcoming Events

  1. Purple Up Day at Riverside Armory 

    8660 west cermack rd North Riverside , illinois 60546 United States

    Table set up with kid’s games and activities as well as purple snacks

    Apr 23rd, 2025 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)

  2. Purple Up Cozy Friends Club Celebrates our Military Children Members w/Bowling 

    Bldg. 525 Great Lakes, Illinois 60088-2920 United States

    We would like to welcome back the COZY FRIENDS CLUB MEMBERS with a special member only bowling night in celebration of the Month of The Military Child.

    Apr 23rd, 2025 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)

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  3. Purple Up Punch A Cup- MOTMC 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    To wrap up our celebration of Month of the Military Child we will have a few rounds of Purple-Up Punch-A-Cup! Bring your best skills in and have some fun with exciting games and prizes! Rules are super simple: PUNCH A CUP- WIN A PRIZE! Grab some foo…

    Apr 29th, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)

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  4. Armed Forces Day: Run the Rock Event 

    Supporting Armed forces day on Rock Island with refreshments for 5K and 10k, kids’ activities in the children’s area, and a USO resource table

    May 16th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  5. Armed Forces Day: Run the Rock Event 

    Supporting Armed forces day on Rock Island with refreshments for 5K and 10k, kids’ activities in the children’s area, and a USO resource table

    May 17th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

  6. Memorial Day BBQ 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    Join us for a fantastic Memorial Day BBQ Bash as we honor and remember our heroes. Bring your family and friends for a day filled with delicious food, fun activities, and great company!

    May 26th, 2025 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)

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