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!
Kids Cooking Classes in Chicago’s Suburbs
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.
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.
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.
Williams Sonoma
322 Commons Drive
Geneva, IL 60134
(630) 262-8390
142 Oak Brook Center
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 571-2702
Junior chef class offerings vary by season and location. Check your individual store for availability.
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.
Cooking Skills & Social
1201 Norwood Ave.
Itasca, IL 60143
Offering family nights and more! Check out their calendar or schedule a private event.
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
Traveling classes, scout programming, and camps for kids ages 3-13, based out of Plainfield.
Kids Cooking Classes in Chicago
Please note that since last year, The Kids’ Table closed in April 2023, but the location was reopened by Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio.
Williams Sonoma
1550 N Fremont Street
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 255-0643
Junior chef class offerings vary by season and location. Check your individual store for availability.
Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio
4410 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630
2337 W North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
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.
You’ll find more activities for curious kids on our classes page.
