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Find a Live Nativity Near You to Celebrate the Christmas Story
Visits with Santa, incredible holiday lights displays… there is so much excitement around the Christmas season. But for many families, amongst the hustle and bustle of cookie exchanges and wrapping…
2024 Christmas Bucket List for the Best December Yet
Holiday activities all around Chicagoland are spreading cheer this Christmas season. Maybe you want to plan a few special outings with your family, or perhaps you plan to fit in…
45 Charming Holiday Walks and Tree Lighting Ceremonies
The 2024 holiday season is in full swing, and holiday walks and tree lightings are happening all around Chicagoland. What better way on a frosty evening to get in the…
Giveaway! Illumination: Magical Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum
It’s the 12th anniversary of Illumination at The Morton Arboretum this year. We have been going ever since it started, so it’s become part of our holiday lights family tradition…
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2024 Experience Gifts for Kids: Memberships, Tickets, Experiences, Local Places to Play, and More
Some of the absolute best Christmas presents our family has received over the past few years haven’t been ‘things’ at all. Our family members have been amazing about gifting us…
30 Best Drive-Through Christmas Lights Displays and Walk-Through Light Shows
Rain, sleet, snow, no problem! No matter what weather Chicago has coming for us this winter, you can keep the holiday magic alive. You can enjoy walk-through and drive-through Christmas…
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We want to hear from you! As we think about Kidlist going forward, we want to make sure we continue to be the best and most trusted resource for the…
Family-Friendly Thanksgiving Traditions and Events for 2024
Gratitude, quality time with friends and family, and sharing love through food are top of the list for us. These family-friendly Thanksgiving traditions and events can make your time together…
Vivid Creatures The Newest Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum
Massive, whimsical sculptures representing animals important to Illinois ecosystems will be on view among the trees at The Morton Arboretum when its next art exhibition opens on May 17, 2025.…
Winter Break Camps and Activities for Fun While School’s Out
I don’t know about you, but my kids are already asking if it’s winter break yet. These can be great days for staying in pajamas, testing out new toys, and…
2024 Toy Drives and Donation Opportunities to Spread Holiday Cheer
The spirit of holiday cheer encourages us towards generosity, and toy drives are a great way to help kids get into the giving. Involving kids can start with explaining the…