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Over 50 Super Fun Summer Bucket List Activities to Guarantee Summer 2026 is an Incredible One (+ a Printable!)
Sweet summertime. I can practically feel the warmth of the sunshine, and smell the bonfires that will help make the perfect s’mores. After making it through many rainy spring days,…
Places to See Dinosaurs: Museums, Attractions, and Events to Delight Your Dino-Loving Kids
T. rex, Stegasaurus, and Triceratops… check out these Dino-mite places that bring the prehistoric back to life. My kids are fascinated by the giant world of dinosaurs and we love…
Free Splash Pads and Spray Parks with a Fee: See Photos, Hours, and a Map
As soon as that summer heat strikes in Chicagoland, we are on the hunt for some awesome summer activities. There is nothing more refreshing, than that cool splash of water…
Inside the New Hologram Zoo at Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills
We’re always looking for indoor activities that feel a little different, especially ones the whole family can experience together. The new Hologram Zoo Illinois at Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills…
Ultimate Summer Guide for Local Family Fun in Chicagoland
Summer in the Chicago suburbs is packed with things to do. The hard part isn’t finding options, it’s narrowing them down! This guide pulls together everything we cover for summer,…
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