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Just Opened! Bramsen Tropical Forests + Insider Tips for Brookfield Zoo Chicago
Our family has been going to Brookfield Zoo Chicago for years, both with a membership and without. We live about 10 minutes from the zoo, so we’ve had tons of…
19 Sunflower Fields to Brighten Your Day in 2025
What feels like summer more than sunflowers? We’ve scoped out the brightest sunflower fields near Chicagoland! Getting lost in a sunflower field is a fun activity the whole family can…
30 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…
12 Chicagoland Roller Skating Rinks to Let the Good Times Roll
My kids absolutely love going to the roller skating rink! There is nothing better than finding a physically active outing that everyone in the family can be involved in. From…
Picnic at the Lane Afternoon Tea at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace
This elevated afternoon tea is a unique twist to the typical high tea experience. With hints of summer and warm days, it offers nostalgic summer picnic memories. Drury Lane is…
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New! Whimsy Way Play Cafe in Berwyn
Whimsy Way Play Cafe opened in June, and I had the chance to go check it out! I brought my 3-year-old to the indoor play space, and she had a…
9 Outdoor Amusement Parks in Chicago’s Suburbs with Age Recommendations and Tips
Grab your ride tickets and get ready to enjoy at an outdoor amusement park! The Chicagoland area has some great spots for kids to make summer memories. Whether you’re a…
These 17 Local Farms Near Chicago Are a Breath of Fresh Air for Your Family
Visiting local farms is a great way to help kids learn more about caring for animals, growing food, and being out in nature. Some of these farms are free destinations…
Discount on Kane County Cougars Tickets and Insider Tips
We’re excited to announce that Kidlist has partnered with the Kane County Cougars to bring you buy-one-get-one-free tickets when you use the code KIDLIST! We love Cougars games because it’s great baseball, very…
Foam Party All Stars for the Best Party Ever
I can already say that the foam party in my backyard this week is a summer highlight. All of the kids from the Kidlist team were so into it that…
40 Outdoor Pools with Day Passes in Chicagoland
Every summer, my family gets excited to dive back into the pool and enjoy a day in the sun. We love our local pool, but we also love to explore…
Rotary GroveFest in Downers Grove Brings Carnival, Live Music, Craft Beer Tasting, and More
The Rotary Club of Downers Grove kicks off another fabulous summer festival for the 15th year hosting Rotary GroveFest on June 19-22, 2025 in Downtown Downers Grove. We really enjoy this…