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28 Outdoor Farmers Markets: What’s Changed and 2026 Opening Dates

Local farmers markets are popping up everywhere this spring and summer, and we know we’re not the only ones excited about it. Locally grown fresh produce, artisan foods, and food…

Child looking over a fence at a giraffe at the Brookfield Zoo, part of the Museum Adventure Pass program.

Unlock Deals and Discounts on Popular Chicago Attractions When You Grab a Museum Adventure Pass!

Have you heard of the Museum Adventure Pass? The Museum Adventure Pass offers a number of discounts, deals, and sometimes even free passes to some of our favorite museums and…

62 Local Touch A Truck Events to Delight Kids with Tractors, Construction Trucks, Emergency Vehicles, and More

Kids can hop on big trucks, honk the horn on cool cars, and pretend to steer fire trucks to save the day at these local Touch A Truck events throughout…

Be the First to Play at These New Parks and Playgrounds

We’ve been noticing so many fun, new parks and playgrounds popping up in the last year! Trends like climbing nets and structures, hot wheels tracks, nature play components, different types…

60 Places That Open Early for Kids Who Wake Up Ready to Play

When my kids were younger, they were early birds! In those days, I remember it being a challenge to find a kid-friendly spot that opened up before 9:00am. By the…

Local Coffee Shops Near Parks for the Perfect Pick Me Up

A little something for the grown-ups, a fun destination for the kids: combining a trip to a cool local coffee shop with a visit to the playground is one of…

45 of the Best Mulch-Free Playgrounds for Mud-Free Play

Mulch-free, mud-free playgrounds are all the rage. If it’s rained recently, you may find them to be a less-muddy alternative to traditional playgrounds! They’re also excellent for toddlers who tend…

A child climbing on an obstacle at the Summerlakes ninja park in Warrenville.

14 Ninja Parks Where Big Kids Can Unleash Their Inner American Ninja Warriors (+ a Spot for Little Ninjas)

Big-kid energy levels require big-kid feats of strength. Your child can put their agility skills to the test as they run, jump, climb, and balance on these obstacles. Race against…

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68 Local Pool Memberships to Guarantee Summer Fun in 2026! Find Opening Dates, Early-Bird Info, and More

If your family is like mine, you may find yourselves eagerly anticipating the hot summer days that are sure to be full of sunshine, swimming, and fun. For those days…

65 Local 5K Races and Kids’ Fun Runs to Support Amazing Causes and Get Your Family Moving

What better way to build community, support local and national charities, and encourage active lifestyles for your family than participating in upcoming fun runs or 5Ks? There are several opportunities…

four girls with their arms around each other wearing vacation bible school t-shirts with smiles on their faces, ready to start VBS for the day

VBS Near Me: Where to Find a 2026 Vacation Bible School

Each summer, churches across the area host week-long Vacation Bible School (VBS) programs filled with faith and lots of summer fun. During these camps, children enjoy crafts, games, music, and…

23 Immersive Experiences and New Exhibits in Chicagoland 2026

New exhibits and immersive experiences are always popping up in the Chicagoland area. As if we need more reasons to love our trips to spots like the Field Museum or…