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2024 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the West and Northwest Suburbs

As Halloween approaches, your little pumpkins, goblins, and fairies are likely anxiously awaiting the best candy night of the year! But what time does trick-or-treating start in your neighborhood? We’ve…

Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm: Fun for All Ages!

We enjoyed the day at Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm in Lockport at their fall festival and had such a great time! There is so much to do there that you can…

Map, Features, Pricing for Each Pumpkin Patch Near Chicago

There are so many pumpkin patches to visit in Chicagoland this fall. Just in our Chicagoland area, these patches range from little patches where you can harvest your own pumpkins…

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2024 Apple Picking Near Chicago: Map, Prices, and Features

As summer turns to fall, the apples are beginning to ripen in the orchards, and it’s time for apple picking to begin! This time-honored family tradition is a beautiful way…

2024 Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests in the Chicago Suburbs

Fall is here, and it’s time to celebrate pumpkin season. For as much as I love summer in Chicago, there’s something so perfect about our fall weather. Our roundup of…

Stables and Horseback Riding Lessons Near Chicagoland Where Kids Can Giddy Up

Looking to experience the outdoors from a different perspective? Give horseback riding lessons a try! This will not only excite any child with a love for horses, but will also…

Dino Outbreak on the Farm at Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm

Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm’s Dino Outbreak combines 20+ animatronic dinosaurs, dozens of attractions, and festive food truck fare to create an adventure for dinosaur-loving kids (and grown-ups!). My family and I…

Kids Theater Classes and Drama Lessons Where Kids Are the Stars of the Show

Theater classes are a place for kids to explore their creative side, develop new talents, increase their confidence, and be a part of a positive and supportive team. Being involved…

These 17 Local Farms Near Chicago Are a Breath of Fresh Air for Your Family

Visiting farms near home is a great way to help kids learn more about caring for animals, growing food, and being out in nature. Some of these farms are free…

50 Super Fun Summer Bucket List Activities to Inspire an Unforgettable Summer 2024 (+ a Printable!)

Oh, summertime. I can practically hear the sizzle of food on the grill, feel the warmth of the sunshine, and smell the bonfires that will help roast the perfect s’mores.…

Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2024

Classic car shows are filled with both impeccably restored vintage automobiles as well as new, top-of-the-line cars. Along with aisles of car enthusiasts, these outdoor festivities typically include food vendors,…

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50+ Local Ice Cream Shops Scooping Up Sweet Summer Memories (and an Ice Cream Parlor Map)

We get it, ice cream is definitely a treat to be enjoyed all year long. However, it’s something so special about finding your favorite flavor on a hot summer day…

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2024 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the West and Northwest Suburbs

Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm: Fun for All Ages!

Map, Features, Pricing for Each Pumpkin Patch Near Chicago

2024 Apple Picking Near Chicago: Map, Prices, and Features

2024 Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests in the Chicago Suburbs

Stables and Horseback Riding Lessons Near Chicagoland Where Kids Can Giddy Up

Dino Outbreak on the Farm at Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm

Kids Theater Classes and Drama Lessons Where Kids Are the Stars of the Show

These 17 Local Farms Near Chicago Are a Breath of Fresh Air for Your Family

50 Super Fun Summer Bucket List Activities to Inspire an Unforgettable Summer 2024 (+ a Printable!)

Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2024

50+ Local Ice Cream Shops Scooping Up Sweet Summer Memories (and an Ice Cream Parlor Map)

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