Chicagoland Outdoor Amusement Parks Open for Summer 2022
Does anything signify the start of summer more than a trip to an outdoor amusement park? Funnel cake in one hand, string of ride tickets in the other, and you’re…
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Kidlist’s 2022 Summer Bucket List Features Fun All Over Chicagoland
When our mid-May string of unseasonably hot days hit, I started getting a little nervous about summer showing up so soon! It’s always hard for me to find a balance…
Unique Igloo and Dome Dining Experiences
More and more restaurants have heated igloos, huts, or greenhouses popping up on their outdoor patios. What started as a unique way for restaurants to maintain social-distancing guidelines last winter…
Dog Parks and Off-Leash Areas
We are very excited to bring you the official Kidlist Furry Friends Guide! Each month, we will be sharing posts that give you the inside track on dog-friendly places, dog…
Santa’s Mistletoe Market
SANTA’S MISTLETOE MARKET Santa’s Mistletoe Market! Join the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce for this newly revamped event! A fun festive event you don’t want to miss! Craft show, kids…
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Are my kids the only ones who ask for a snack right after we finish a meal? These kids never stop eating! Give yourself a break by enjoying a meal…
Your Guide to Kids Classes and Teams in the Western Suburbs
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…
2022 Summer Camps for Kids in the Western Suburbs
Time to dream of warmer weather and sign up for summer camp! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans. But now is the time…
Searchable Directory to Find the Best Preschool or Daycare for Your Family
Looking for a preschool or daycare near you for your little one? You came to the right place. With the help of local preschools and care facilities, we created a…
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Looking for kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Balloon decorations? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun! You will…
All the 2022 Free Days at Museums in Chicago and the Suburbs
How lucky are we to be surrounded by world-class museums, zoos, and gardens throughout the Chicagoland area? While the Kidlist team loves exploring all there is to see at the…
Family Photographers Who Serve the Western 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…
The Best Places to Go for Each Age Group
There are so many places to go in the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago, so how do you know where the best places for each age group are?! Introducing…