Finding time to fit in a date night can be tricky, and adding the task of finding reliable childcare can make things even more difficult. No need to worry: we’ve rounded up Parents Night Out and Kids Night Out programs for both you and your child to enjoy a night out.
These events are filled with games, food, crafts and other activities. While your child is off having fun while you can relax at a peaceful dinner date, enjoy an exciting outing with friends, or enjoy some good old-fashioned alone time. Sounds like a win-win!
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Nearly all of these events require advance registration, so don’t delay in scheduling your night out.
Pizza and PJs (Bolingbrook)
June 14, July 12, and August 9, 2024 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Themed nights including pizza for all. Children can wear PJs or regular clothes, must be potty trained. $25 for residents, $37 for non-residents.
Parents Night Out at the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center (Geneva)
June 14, July 12, July 26, and August 9, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Crafts, games, movies, and more for ages 2-11. Advance registration through the park district required. $20/resident, $25/non-resident.
Parents Night Out (ARC Center, West Chicago)
June 14, July 19, August 16, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Games, crafts, and activities, including free time to play in the ARC’s TreeTop Escape. Register in advance. $15/resident, $18/non-resident.
Kids Night Out (Fort Hill Activity Center, Naperville)
June 21, July 19, and August 23, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Themed kids nights out with games, activities, and more, including include dinner and juice for kids ages 4-12. Advance registration through the park district required. Price is $21/fitness member, $26/resident, $39/non-resident.
Parents Night Out (Salt Creek Rural Park District, Palatine)
June 21, July 19, and August 16, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Register in advance for a these monthly, themed events. Snacks, crafts, activities and a movie will be offered. $15 per child, $10 per additional sibling.
E-Sports: Kid’s Night Out (Hoffman Estates)
June 22, July 27, August 10, October 12, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
7-12 years olds will enjoy a nice of e-games. Register in advance. $15 per resident, $17 per non-resident.
Wild Night Out (Downers Grove)
June 22, July 27, and August 10, 2024 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy campfire food, night hikes, and outdoor adventures. Register in advance, $35 per child.
Flying High Pizza Fun Night (Countryside)
July 12, August 2, and September 6, 2024 | 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Enjoy slices of pizza between rounds on the trampolines, balance beams, and foam pits. Advance registration, which costs $18, closes 2 days in advance. Register after that, or at the door for $22.
Friday Night Out (Downers Grove)
July 12 and August 23, 2024 | 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Meant for younger visitors, this program is similar to Wild Night Out. Games, campfire food, and crafts will fill your child’s night. $35 per child. Register in advance.
Parents Night Out (Batavia)
July 19, 2024 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy pizza, play games, and have fun while your parents are out. $25 per child, register in advance.
Parents Night Out (Bloomingdale)
July 19, 2024 | 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Kids will enjoy crafts, games, with pizza and dessert being served. Fee is $25 per child, $10 per additional sibling. Register in advance.
Parents Night Out (Berwyn)
July 26, and August 30, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Registration is required for this fun night out with the Berwyn Park District. $20/child.
Tween Nights (Ackerman Sports Complex, Glen Ellyn)
August 2, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Kids ages 8-12 kick off the weekend with games, activities, and pizza at the Ackerman SFC. Register in advance through the park district. $30/resident, $35/non-resident.
Parents Night Out – Kids Fun Night (Oakbrook Terrace)
August 17, 2024 | 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Visit the Lake View Nature Center for nature activities, a hike, a pizza party, and more. Kids ages 4-13 years old are welcome, and should dress for the weather.
Parents Night Out Programming Previously Offered
The following parents night out programming was offered in the past, but are not advertised as of June 7, 2024. Check their websites for more details:
- Kids Night Out (Wheeling Park District)
- Friday Fun Movie Nights (Park District of Forest Park)
- Kids Night Out (Tri-Town YMCA, Villa Park)
- Parents’ Night Out at Pavilion Aquatic Center (Elk Grove Village)
- Dodgeball Night Out (Vaughn Athletic Center, Aurora)
- Milk and Cookies Art Party (North Berwyn Park District)
- Parent Date Night Kids Party (Aurora)
- Parents Night Out (St. Charles)
- Parents Day Out – Holiday Theme (Brookfield)
- Drop and Shop (Schaumburg)
- Nature Night Out (Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, St. Charles)
Looking for ideas for a one-on-one date night with your kiddos? We have plenty of ideas for that, too!