2026 Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests in the Chicago Suburbs
Fall is coming, and it’s time to celebrate pumpkin season. For as much as I love summer in Chicago, there’s something so perfect about our fall weather. Our roundup of…
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Tree Dimensions: The Newest Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum
Giant tree sculptures are coming to The Morton Arboretum, and your kids will want to climb inside them Mark your calendars for next spring, because The Morton Arboretum in Lisle…
15 Play Cafe Destinations in Chicago’s Suburbs to Sip and Play (Hooray!)
When I’m planning playdates for my kids no matter the weather, I think about finding indoor play that will appeal to both the kids and adults in the group. When…
All the Best Family-Friendly Fall Activities in Chicagoland
Fall in Chicagoland is one of the best times of the year for families. As the temperatures cool down and the leaves begin to change, it’s the perfect season for outdoor…
135 Things to Do with Kids This Weekend: August 21-23
Whether you’re saying goodbye to summer or celebrating the start of the new school year, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your family time this weekend.…
7 Train Restaurants for Kids in Chicagoland Where Model Trains Deliver Your Meal
My kids are huge lovers of all things trains! They especially love going out to local train themed restaurants (me too!). If you’re looking to elevate lunch or dinner with…
Kids Who Love Trains Will Be All Aboard for These Amazing Destinations
My boys were huge railroad lovers when they were younger, and still even as they grow, they still enjoy the magic of the trains. There’s just something about watching a…
Bilingual Storytimes in the Chicago Suburbs: Spanish, Polish, Chinese & More
If you have a bilingual household, or just want to introduce your little one to a new language, your local library is one of the best free resources around. Across…
2025 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the West and Northwest Suburbs
Below you’ll find all the times from 2025. Check back as Halloween gets closer for our 2026 list! As Halloween approaches, your little pumpkins, fairies, and goblins, are likely anxiously…
Pumpkin Smash Events from Easy Drop-Offs to Catapults, Ladder Drops, and Jack-o-Lantern Races
In the weeks following Halloween, SCARCE coordinates pumpkin and jack-o-lantern collections all around the western suburbs. The locations below will accept your no-longer-needed pumpkins for composting. This keeps your pumpkin…
Fall Farms and Pumpkin Patches Near Chicago: From Classic Fields to Big Attractions
Nothing says fall more than a pumpkin patch, and many of these are so much more than just that. With carnival attractions, animals, farm stores with fall treats, and full…
2026-27 Guide to Kids Classes and Teams
If you’re looking for classes and teams for your children to join this school year, you’re in the right place! The local businesses in our community have wonderful options for…