28 Hotels with Indoor Pools: Chicago and the Suburbs
With this extra chilly December we have had, why not try something different and go swimming? Aren’t the best hotels always the ones with pools? Local hotels with indoor pools…
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‘Twas The Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil at The Chicago Theatre
Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever Christmas production, ’Twas the Night Before…, is now in Chicago for a limited run at the historic venue, The Chicago Theatre (December 11–28, 2025). Designed with families in mind,…
What’s Open on Christmas Day 2025? Restaurants, Grocery Stores, and More
We’re sure you’ve made your list and checked it twice, but if parenting has taught us anything, it’s to be expect the unexpected. In the hustle of holiday preparation, we…
100 Things to Do with Kids This Weekend: December 19-21
There’s a special kind of energy in the air. Our kids are counting down the days with growing excitement, while we make sure we’ve checked all the items off our…
Best Chicago Hotels for Families: Kid-Friendly Hotels with Awesome Amenities and Special Packages
The best Chicago hotels for families combine kid-friendly amenities, convenient locations near local attractions, and extra-special touches that help make traveling with children a little easier. Even though we live…
New! Beat the Clock at Time Mission in Mount Prospect
Randhurst Village in Mount Prospect is home to the newest interactive gaming experience in the suburbs, Time Mission. With over 25 different portals, guests are invited to collect points by…
Hanukkah Events in 2025 to Celebrate the Festival of Lights
Hanukkah (or Chanukah), a Jewish festival also known as the Festival of Lights, starts at sundown December 14, 2025 and ends on the night of December 22, 2025. Take advantage…
20 Unique Igloo Dining and Outdoor Patio Options Turn a Winter Meal Into a Magical Memory
These restaurants with winter-ready igloos are redefining “patio weather,” allowing al fresco dining all winter long. Sharing a meal together in a heated igloo, hut, pod, greenhouse or outdoor patio…
Snow Tubing at Mount Hoy at Blackwell Forest Preserve is Back Open This Year!
Want an awesome alternative to sledding? Head to Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville for a thrilling day of tubing. After being closed for the 2024-2025 winter season, we’re excited to share…
10 Unique Holiday Events in Chicagoland to Make 2025 Extra Special
Does scrolling through all of the holiday activities make you feel overwhelmed? We have narrowed down all of the amazing local holiday events and activities to create a list of…
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…
45 “Noon Year’s Eve” and Other Local NYE Events for Kids
The countdown is on for 2026! Celebrate at these kids’ New Year’s festivities with bubbles, music, bounce houses, and countless other ways to enjoy some family-friendly fun to close out…