Kids cooking classes are filled with many things: life skills, real-time science experiments, creative expression, and — in the right atmosphere — a whole lot of fun. While involving our kids in dinner prep is a great goal, it’s not always possible . . . especially when it’s 6:00 p.m. and everyone’s hangry.
At a cooking class, kids get the chance to create in a more relaxed environment. So lace up those aprons, wash your hands, and find a fun kids’ or family cooking class near you!
This article is sponsored by Junior Chefs Kitchen.
Cooking Classes for Kids in Chicago and the Suburbs
Junior Chefs Kitchen
Junior Chefs Kitchen
2448 N. Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 264-9622
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At Junior Chefs Kitchen in Lincoln Park, kids don’t just eat—they create, explore, and build confidence through hands-on cooking classes! Our fun, instructor-led experiences teach real kitchen skills while helping kids develop a love for trying new foods. From toddlers to tweens, we make cooking accessible and exciting with age-appropriate recipes that emphasize creativity, nutrition, and life skills.
Perfect for picky eaters and budding chefs alike, our classes help children become more adventurous eaters while learning independence, teamwork, and healthy habits. We offer weekly classes, one-time pop-ups, birthday parties, field trips, and camps—so there’s always something cooking!
Let your child experience the joy of cooking from scratch in a warm, welcoming environment where messes are encouraged and memories are made. Use the code JCKFALL2025 at checkout for 40% off your child’s first class.
Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio
4410 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630
2337 W North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
1011 Madison Street
Oak Park, 60302
Summer cooking programs, day off classes, birthday parties, family classes, preschool cooking classes, and more.
The Chopping Block
4747 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 472-6700
Various kids and teens classes and camps offered throughout the year.
TUTORE Italian Cooking School
After announcing they will be closing, they then announced that their new location will be announced September 2025. We’ll update this as soon as more information is available.
Marcel’s Culinary Experience
490 N. Main Street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 790-8500
Class offerings for little to big kids, with signup directly on their website.
Cooking Skills & Social
1201 Norwood Ave.
Itasca, IL 60143
Offering family nights and more! Check out their calendar or schedule a private event.
The North American Pizza and Culinary Academy
1970 University Lane
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 395-9958
Cooking classes for kids for ages 7-11 or 12+. Family cooking classes are also offered.
Farmhouse Academy
8940 West 142nd Street, Unit L
Mokena, IL 60448
(708) 921-3528
Independent and parent-supported cooking classes for kids from 2 to 17 years old.
Sur La Table
55 South Main Street
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 428-1086
Look for the Family Fun classes are listed on their calendar, with a variety of offerings such as pizza, breakfast, baking and more.
The Wilton School
535 E Diehl Rd
Naperville, IL, 60563
(800) 794-5866
Cake decorating and baking classes, with certain classes restricted for kids ages 10+.
Cheney Mansion
220 North Euclid Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 725-2500
Teen and family cooking opportunities through the Park District of Oak Park. Register via their website.
CrumbCrusher
805 South Blvd
Oak Park, IL 60302
(251) 225-3482
They do occasional cookie decorating and other cooking-related events for kids.
Little Kitchen Academy
12315 Rhea Drive
Plainfield, IL 60585
(815) 267-1167
Cooking classes run for 3 hours, and are separated by age. Participants can register for a series of classes, or individual sessions.
Fox Den Cooking Classes
131 S 1st Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 228-9710
Kids Club classes are geared towards kids ages 8 years old and up.
Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio
1011 Madison St
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 232-3211
Summer cooking programs, day off classes, birthday parties, family classes, preschool cooking classes, and more.
The Kitchen Table
100 Hahndorf Street
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 384-9034
Jr. Chef classes for 3-8 year olds, Young Chef classes for 8-12 year olds, and young teen chef classes for ages 10-15 years old. Birthday parties and scout programming also available.
Standard Market
333 East Ogden Avenue
Westmont, IL 60559
(630) 366-7030
Check their calendar for various kid-focused cooking and food events.
Kidinary Academy
24035 W Riverwalk Ct
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 600-2044
Traveling classes, scout programming, and camps for kids ages 3-13.
The Pasta Lady
in-home classes for kids
You’ll find more activities for curious kids on our classes page.
