Incredible Christmas light displays are illuminating the night and bringing joy to Chicago’s suburbs! So pile in the car with a thermos of hot chocolate and a tin of Christmas cookies to see the beautiful displays our local families have created. From big attractions to incredible residential displays, we’ve got tons of options for your family. If you would like…
Decorating our Christmas tree as a family is one of our favorite holiday traditions. There’s something magical about watching our tree light up for the first time each year. Many local communities celebrate the start of the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony. Some had already planned for a virtual ceremony this year, while others will be moving that…
Looking for a preschool or daycare near you for your little one? You came to the right place! Our guide is searchable, which means that you can narrow down your preschool and/or care options according to search criteria! You can even search for schools within a specified distance from your house or work. Please note that your address is not…
This year, we’re so grateful for our local restaurants! A great way to show your support? Take a break from the kitchen and order up a full Thanksgiving feast — or just let someone else take care of the turkey (or turkey-stuffed-poblano peppers). Know of another Thanksgiving feast or family-style meal deal? Email us at annie@mykidlist.com and we would love…
Santa Claus is coming to town! Enjoy the festivities of the season and visit Santa at these local spots. Taking a picture with Santa is always a tradition for our family. I think I love the outtakes even more than the perfect pose! This year, venues are coming up with creative ways to carry on those traditions. We have categorized…
When life feels overwhelming, it’s tempting to curl up on the couch and worry only about my own little family. But reaching out a helping hand is such a beautiful act of hope. When we volunteer, donate, and care for others, it brings light to our own worlds — and that applies to our kids, too. Let’s be honest: It…
Saturday November 7, 2020 is the big day to smash your pumpkins! Every year, the Saturday after Halloween, SCARCE coordinates pumpkin collections. Locations all around the western suburbs will be accepting your no-longer-needed pumpkins for composting. Keep your pumpkin out of a landfill and provide rich-nutrients to the soil. Don’t forget to remove candles and any added decorations (paint is…
The Kidlist team is beyond excited for Halloween this year! After seeing so many fun events and holiday celebrations canceled earlier in 2020, we’re so happy to see trick-or-treating happening for so many towns! The Illinois Department of Public Health put out a lot of information about keeping your family safe during Halloween festivities. Find your trick-or-treat hours listed below,…
Restaurants, websites, and stores offer special Halloween deals and offers that are too good to pass up. All of the details for the discounts are included, but please check before going because they are subject to change at the restaurant or stores discretion. Happy Halloween! Kids Eat Free and Halloween 2020 Discounts in Chicago’s Suburbs IHOPLocations in Aurora, Bloomingdale, Bridgeview,…
Each Halloween, my kids love driving and walking around the neighborhood looking at spooky Halloween houses. 2020 has been the year of drive-thru and walk through everything! This Halloween, our local families have put so much effort into their spooky Halloween displays for us all to safely enjoy! A great family outing could include a few cups of apple cider,…
Trunk-or-treat events are one of our favorite Halloween traditions! With little legs, our family can enjoy the fun of trick-or-treating without the worry of tiring too quickly. New this year, some organizations have decided to turn their events into a drive-through experience. Stay in the comfort and warmth of your car as you cruise through a parking lot full of…
Indoor play areas are the perfect way for your child to explore and burn off some excess energy as the weather gets cold in Chicagoland. Indoor play areas, in the Chicago suburbs, are finding ways to stay open, limit capacity, and give children a fun place to explore, safely. Some indoor play areas are even finding ways for you to…