Places to Go with a Baby or Toddler: Activities for Kids 0–2
The first few years of parenting can be the most overwhelming, and sometimes the best thing for both you and your baby is a change of scenery. Climbing, dancing, playing…
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The Best Local Activities for Elementary Kids Ages 6–8
Kindergarten feels like the age when parents can breathe a collective sigh of relief. You’re no longer carrying a diaper bag around or worried that your toddler is going to…
Fun Guide for Tweens and Teens in Chicago’s Suburbs
Are you running out of ideas for keeping those tweens and teens of yours engaged, learning and happy? Don’t fret! Kidlist is here to help you with a world of…
Kids Reach New Heights at These Indoor Rock Climbing Walls in Chicagoland
Rock climbing is an amazing workout for kids’ minds and bodies alike! These local spots give them a chance to safely scale the walls. From rock climbing walls inside local…
A Day at the Farm: Local Farms to Visit with Kids
Brainstorming ways to a-MOO-se your kids? Take a day trip to a local farm! There are a lot of great options in the Chicagoland area for barnyard animal lovers. Along…
Re-Opening Days for Chicago Area Children’s Museums
Children’s Museums are starting to open again! Spending time at one of the many Chicago area children’s museums is wonderful for discovery and learning. We’ve put together a list of…
2021 Art Fairs and Festivals Happening in Chicagoland
With the lovely springtime season upon us, beauty is surrounding us everywhere! It’s also the perfect time to check out some unique artwork at one of the many art fairs…
25 Things to Do with Kids on a Rainy Day in the Western Suburbs
If you’re hitting a wall coming up with ideas, let us help inspire you with all kinds of creative ways to spend your rainy day together! Sometimes the gloomy days…
January 2021 Family-Friendly Events
I think we can all agree that we’re excited for the a fresh start this year! January is a month filled with snowy fun. Sled, ski, or curl up inside…
Fun Happenings for the Happiest of Hanukkahs in 2020!
For our readers who celebrate Hanukkah, we’ve found a handful of nice local events to share the holiday in sweet ways with the the ones you love! Get ready to…
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve This Year: Here’s to 2021!
5, 4, 3, 2, 1 . . . Happy New Year! We love to include our children in reminiscing about the past year’s blessings and ringing in the new year…
Nature Cat: Backyard & Beyond at Kohl Children’s Museum
Nature Cat, the award-winning PBS series, has a new exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum in Glenview. This immersive exhibit, Nature Cat: Backyard & Beyond, encourages children to have an…
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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…
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Family Photographers Who Serve the Western Suburbs
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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…
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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…
Where Kids Eat Free in Chicago’s West Suburbs
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