2021 Trick-or-Treat Hours for Halloween in the Western Suburbs
It’s Trick-or-Treat time! The neighborhoods of the western suburbs are about to be full of spooky ghosts, strong princesses, and scary villains. My kids can’t be the only ones begging…
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Lemont Fire Department Open House
Please join us for a day of family fun at the Firehouse as we celebrate National Fire Prevention Month. We will feature our own firefighter-paramedics throughout the day in exciting…
Pumpkin Patches Near Chicago + Map (+ apple picking too!)
Give the kids “pumpkin” to talk about this fall and head out to the pumpkin patch! I love fall and the gourd-geous weather. It’s time for one of my family’s…
2021 Family-Friendly Halloween Events
Organizations across the western suburbs have pulled out all the stops to ensure you and your little goblins have a spook-tacular time. Creep through haunted forests, carve pumpkins, and enjoy…
Where To Take Fall Family Photographs and Fall Photo Session Openings
It’s that time again: the kids are back in school and the weather is slowly cooling. That means the leaves will be changing into beautiful hues of yellow, red, and…
Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests Happening in 2021
Our roundup of Fall festivals and Oktoberfests is huge this year. At these family-friendly events, you’ll find pumpkin carving, corn mazes, delicious foods, hayrides, petting zoos, and even some oompah…
Hop on Board at Skate Parks in the Western Suburbs
Nothing tests your child’s coordination and balance quite like being on a skateboard. Throughout the western suburbs, you can find plenty of skate parks to ride, slide or maybe even…
Places and Events For Kids Who Love Trains in the Western Suburbs
This list of local places and events are just the ticket for your little train enthusiasts. Watch model trains, start your child’s train collection, or spend the day adventuring as…
Kids’ Basketball Teams, Leagues, and Skill Building
If your child dreams of nothin’ but net — or they’ve outgrown dunking on the Little Tikes hoop — you’ve got lots of choices. From competitive traveling teams to all-kids-play…
Lacrosse for Kids in the Western Suburbs
Lacrosse has been growing in popularity the last several years and now kids as young as 4 years old are learning the game! We compiled a list of places that…
Local Wrestling Clubs and Academies for Kids
Does your athlete have an interest in joining a wrestling club or trying out the sport? Check out one of these wrestling clubs in the western suburbs. Wrestling clubs teach…
August Bucket List: 31 Ways to Celebrate the Last Month of Summer
Still excited about summer but running out of energy to plan outings for your kids? Never fear, Kidlist is here! We have curated an entire month’s worth of family-friendly events…
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Where to Have the Best Kids Birthday Party + Entertainers, Rentals, Decor, Food, and More
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…
Use Our 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…
Where Kids Eat Free in Chicago’s West Suburbs
Restaurants across the Chicagoland area are helping out parents and taking the stress out of meal time! Whether you’re looking for take-out to ease the stress of dinner time or…
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…
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 know about you, but our pictures are often missing either me or my husband! That’s definitely one…
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…
All the 2021 Chicago-Area Museum Free Days
The Chicagoland is filled with some of the most renowned museums in the world, giving local families up-close and personal experiences to learn about underwater adventures, priceless works of art,…