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25 Outdoor Farmers Markets: What’s Changed and 2024 Opening Dates
Local farmers markets are popping up everywhere this spring and summer, and we know we’re not the only ones excited about it. Locally grown fresh produce, artisan foods, and food…
Game Show Battle Rooms Hosts Incredibly Fun Competitions
The Kidlist team went to Game Show Battle Rooms last night, and it was such a blast. Imagine stepping into a curated game show with all the props, lights, questions,…
Want to See “IF” Before It Hits Theaters?
IF is coming to theaters on May 17, 2024, but you and your kids have the opportunity to see it before then! We are partnering with Paramount Pictures, A Sunday…
20 Hiking Trails for Kids to Explore Nature on Little Legs
Your family doesn’t have to go far to enjoy nature in the Chicago suburbs! We are very fortunate to be surrounded by some truly beautiful forest preserve trails to hike.…
Free Tulip Bulbs in Oak Brook with a Donation to People’s Resource Center
Every year, Oakbrook Center generously gives away all of the tulip bulbs that are planted around the mall. Not only can you receive free tulips, you can help People’s Resource…
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The Kidlist Guide for New Parents: Fun Things to Do with a Baby in Chicagoland!
When we put together our activities by age guide, we felt like something was missing. Even though we’d covered every age, from baby through teenagers, we realized there was something…
‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ at Chicago Children’s Theatre with Your Favorite Little Tadpole
The Chicago Children’s Theatre is the city’s largest professional theater company exclusively dedicated to children and young families. In addition to their amazing live theater experiences for kids, they also…
Kids Ear Piercing: Stores, Salons, Pediatricians, and Tattoo Parlors That Pierce Ears
As a mom with a young daughter at home, I am anticipating the special day when she asks me if she can get her ears pierced. When that day happens,…
Great Deal! All-You-Can-Eat Package at Kane County Cougars Games
We have so much fun at Kane County Cougars games… and we’re even more excited to find out about their all-you-can-eat package. It includes tickets, parking, and unlimited food! Keep…
VBS Near Me: Where to Find a 2024 Vacation Bible School
Each summer, churches host week-long Vacation Bible School (VBS) sessions. During these camps, children participate in crafts, games, singing, and learning lessons from the Bible to help ignite a passion…
35 Local 5K Races and Kids’ Fun Runs to Support Amazing Causes and Get Your Family Moving
What better way to build community, support local and national charities, and encourage active lifestyles for your family than participating in upcoming fun runs or 5Ks? There are several opportunities…
New! Little Legends Indoor Play Place in Darien
My family and I had the opportunity to get a sneak peek of Little Legends, a new indoor play place and café located in Darien. We also had the pleasure…