Still excited about summer but running out of energy to plan outings for your kids? Never fear, Kidlist is here! We have curated an entire month’s worth of family-friendly events and activities so you can squeeze the last precious drops out of the season. Let’s turn up the heat with extra fun in the sun and send those back-to-school blues…
All aboard! I know my kids aren’t the only ones who squeal at the sight of a train. The BNSF Metra line, which runs through the western suburbs, has many kid-friendly stops along the route. You’ll find toy stores, beautiful parks, ice cream shops and more! Many towns operate their farmers markets near their train stations. Be sure to check…
Summertime is the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors via a bike ride with your family! Whether it’s a ride around the neighborhood, a trip to a nearby wooded trail, or a cool biking event right in your town, there are plenty of options for fun family biking locally. If you are on the lookout for new bikes, tandem…
Looking for kids birthday party places? Need to hire entertainment? Balloon decorations? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? We have all the options so you can plan a memorable party. What’s even better is that we have descriptions and contact information so you have everything in one place! Your one-stop-shop for kids party planning. You will find four sections below: kids birthday…
Are you and your child craving normalcy, friends, and fun? Or perhaps you’re realizing that preschool and/or kindergarten are right around the corner, and your child has never been in a class setting before. Eek!! No worries! Ms. Clara’s Mini Musicians has music classes that offer the perfect balance of play, structure, socialization, and creativity… all in a safe and nurturing…
While Chicago’s world class museums did an incredible job with remote programming this past year, we’re excited to get back in the doors! These action-packed days are certainly memory makers, but prices can add up quickly. Stop by on a museum free day to explore without the worry of large admission fees. photo courtesy of Museum of Science and Industry…
Keep your eyes on the sky this Fourth of July! The western suburbs have quite a few 4th of July fireworks displays returning in 2021, and even a few parades, too! Watch marching bands stroll the streets of downtown neighborhoods, then pull up your lawn chair to oooohhh and aaaahhhh over the colorful firework displays. We’re grateful to be able…
After a quieter summer in 2020, it’s no surprise that we cannot contain our excitement for what’s in store in 2021. Strawberry picking, water parks, children’s museum, fishing, outdoor concerts, the list goes on and on. We’ve created one HUGE summer guide for all your family-friendly fun, so don’t forget to bookmark this page. We’ve linked to all of our…
Ice cream and summertime go hand in hand, and there are so many incredible local shops to choose from when the craving comes on for the ultimate summer treat! Our family makes it a priority to pack in as many ice cream outings as we can during the hot summer months. With a list of local ice cream shops this…
Summer is on its way, and we can’t wait to get in on the fun. Free fun happens all around the suburbs if you know where to look. These no-cost outings will help keep everyone engaged and enthusiastic, all with cash left over for the ice cream truck! This article is sponsored by Dixon Law Office. Grant Dixon is invested…
Are you feeling hot, hot, hot? Splash pads and spray parks are the perfect way for families to cool off in this summer heat. Young toddlers can explore the spouts and sprays, while big kids can drench themselves with dumping buckets. Some of these locations are even fenced in to contain your littlest runners. We have the biggest list of…
Anyone else miss outdoor concerts in the summertime? There’s simply nothing better than enjoying live music on a beautiful summer night! We’ve rounded up all the best family-friendly summer concert options locally for almost every day of the week. Get some of these concert dates on your summer calendar today and look forwards to the good vibes. Summer 2021 Outdoor…