Beat the Heat at These Waterparks and Beaches in Chicagoland
Summer in Chicagoland means special trips to the waterparks and beaches! Whether you’re looking for an afternoon trip or plan to make it an all-day affair, there are tons of…
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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…
Rent Canoes, Kayaks, Paddleboards, and More at These Scenic Spots
Get your family in on some waterfront fun and rent a kayak, paddleboat, or canoe! These local spots are great for spending the day outside and on the water. Kayaking,…
2022 Kids’ Summer Movie Deals
Summer movie deals are coming! Local movie theaters offer weekday morning showings of recent releases at prices as low as $1 or $2. Cozy up in the air conditioning, grab…
Cool Off at These Splash Pads and Spray Parks in Chicago’s Suburbs
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…
Where (and How!) to Take Your Kids Fishing, Plus Local Shops
Over the past few summers, our family has enjoyed more time outdoors than ever before. Fishing is a simple, relaxing activity that has taken over all of our hearts. We…
Get Splashing at These Indoor Pools with Family Swim and Lap Swim Times
We might not be able to bask in the summer sun for a few more months yet, but we can certainly put our suits on and splash our way through…
10 Best Donut Shops and Where to Get the Best Paczki
Wow! Thanks for voting for your favorite donut shops and sharing where to buy the best paczki. We love hearing about the bakeries that have the best donuts in Chicagoland.…
Escape to These Indoor Water Parks Near Chicagoland
Make a giant splash at an indoor waterpark in and around Chicago! Snow, rain, and wind won’t spoil the fun: these indoor waterparks are open year round. If it’s an…
Your Guide to Local Indoor Play Spaces
Cold days are coming, but don’t fret; we found amazing places where kids can burn off all that extra energy. More and more indoor playgrounds are welcoming kids back into…
New Year’s Eve Family Party at Enchanted Castle
Ring in 2020 at Chicago’s Greatest Family New Year’s Eve Bash on Tuesday, December 31st with 2 seatings to choose from – our 3 PM “Early Bird” seating and the…
Super Halloween Bash
Have a SUPER good time at the Enchanted Castle’s Halloween Party. TWO Super Heroes will be hosting this year’s party. Party package includes $10 in Game Play, UNLIMITED Catapult Rides,…
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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…
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…
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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…