All the 2025 Free Museum Days Chicago and the Suburbs Have to Offer
Free museum days in Chicago?! Yes, please! Our visits to museums and zoos are core memory-makers for our children, especially when they involve a trip to the city. After marveling…
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10 Unique Holiday Events in Chicagoland to Make 2024 Extra Special
Does scrolling through all of the holiday activities make you feel overwhelmed? We have narrowed down all of the amazing local holiday events and activities to create a list just…
2024 Driving Routes for the Best Christmas Lights Created by Homeowners
Light up the night with incredible outdoor Christmas light displays! My family loves spending winter nights during the holidays driving around the Chicago suburbs viewing the beautiful displays put on…
Where to See “Santa Near Me” All Across Chicagoland in 2024
There’s nothing sweeter than a visit with Santa during the Christmas season. With a nervous wave, a giggly smile, and a wish list in hand, a stop to see Santa…
2024 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the West and Northwest Suburbs
As Halloween approaches, your little pumpkins, goblins, and fairies are likely anxiously awaiting the best candy night of the year! But what time does trick-or-treating start in your neighborhood? We’ve…
24 Local Volunteer Opportunities for Kids to Spread Hope Together with Their Families
As the holiday season begins, it can be easy to get swept up in the excitement of the material parts of the season. Finding ways to volunteer to give back…
Kids Eat Free Every Day of the Week in the Chicagoland Suburbs
I love those specials days where my kitchen is clean, I don’t have to cook, and its restaurant night! There is nothing better than sitting down with your family at…
New! The Social Play Indoor Play Area in Brookfield
The Social Play is having their soft opening on Monday, September 30, 2024 and we’re excited to give you a sneak peek! It’s clear that the owners, Cristina and Anthony,…
The Best Kids Birthday Party Places, Kids Party Entertainment, Party Rentals, and more
Looking for the best kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Decoration experts? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun!…
175 Wickedly Fun Halloween Events for Kids in 2024
Family-friendly Halloween events for kids are everywhere this year, and we’re sure they’ll be wickedly awesome. Kids can test out their costumes as well as their trick-or-treating skills. They’ll decorate…
2024 Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests in the Chicago Suburbs
Fall is here, 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…
2024–25 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…
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Talented Family Photographers Serving Chicago’s Suburbs
It’s so special to be able to capture memorable moments with you and your kids. I don’t think I’m alone in having thousands of action photos of my kids, but very few with…
Kids Eat Free Every Day of the Week in the Chicagoland Suburbs
I love those specials days where my kitchen is clean, I don’t have to cook, and its restaurant night! There is nothing better than sitting down with your family at…
All the 2025 Free Museum Days Chicago and the Suburbs Have to Offer
Free museum days in Chicago?! Yes, please! Our visits to museums and zoos are core memory-makers for our children, especially when they involve a trip to the city. After marveling…
The Best Kids Birthday Party Places, Kids Party Entertainment, Party Rentals, and more
Looking for the best kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Decoration experts? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun!…
2024–25 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…
Things to Do and Places to Go for All Ages, from Babies to Teenagers: Activities by Age
With so many amazing things to do with kids in Chicagoland, how do you find the best places for each age group? And how can you avoid showing up with…