19 Splash Pads Open in September
Let’s face it, the beginning of fall in Chicago still feels a lot like summer. Unfortunately many splash pads close on Labor Day, but we found quite a few splash…
All Kidlist Content
Mean Girls is a Hilarious Friends’ Night Out at Paramount Theatre in Aurora
My daughter and I went to see Mean Girls at Paramount Theatre in Aurora last night, and it was hilarious! This one is a perfect pick for a night out with friends.…
2026 Apple Picking Near Chicago: Map, Prices, and Features
As we enter into fall, the colors are changing and the apples are ready to be picked! This time-honored family tradition is a beautiful way to celebrate the changing seasons…
The Ultimate 2026 Halloween Chicago Suburbs Family Guide
Once that first cool fall day hits, kids start planning their costumes and dreaming of Halloween candy. Local grocery stores are already starting to stock treats and decorations. We’re rounding…
42 Indoor Rock Climbing Gyms, Climbing Walls + Aqua Rock Walls Where Kids Can Reach New Heights
My kids love a trip to a local rock climbing gym! These gyms offer so many great challenges for kids. Not only do they develop their strength and spatial awareness,…
The Chicago Toy and Game Fair is Coming to Rosemont! Get Ready for “Wishlist Weekend”
Tickets go on sale September 1 for the most playful weekend of the year! The Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG) is back November 7–8, 2026, at the Donald E.…
Your 2026-27 Guide to Children’s Theater and Live Performances in Chicagoland
There’s nothing quite like live theater, especially when it can be enjoyed with the whole family. There are so many great options of children’s theater in the Chicagoland area. Live…
Flash Sale! Private Lessons from Mattix Music Studio
If your kids have been begging for guitar lessons, or you’ve been meaning to get them started on piano, violin, or viola “someday,” this is your sign. Mattix Music Studio, a…
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids is a Haircut Experience Your Kids Will Beg to Repeat
If you’ve ever tried to wrangle a squirmy kid through a haircut, you know the drill: a cape that feels like a straitjacket, a bribery lollipop that barely buys you…
Want to Join the Kidlist Team? We’re Hiring Experiential Contributors
Interested in working for Kidlist? We are looking to fill Experiential Contributor positions on the Kidlist team. Check out the job description below and apply if you feel it’s a…
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…
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…