There’s no reason to feel couped up this winter. Get out of the house and jump around! Burn off all that extra energy at these indoor facilities that feature trampoline parks and inflatables. Our list below provides details about days and pricing, but don’t forget to call ahead to confirm. Indoor Trampoline Parks Sky Zone Elmhurst, Sky Zone Aurora and Sky…
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL BUNNY BREAKFASTS HAVE BEEN CANCELED. Bunny breakfasts (or lunches) are a delicious way to get in the holiday spirit and spend time with the Easter Bunny. Whether you’re enjoying casual donuts or an elegant Sunday brunch, don’t forget your camera for a big photo opportunity! Nearly all of these bunny breakfasts require advance registration or reservations,…
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL EGG HUNTS HAVE BEEN CANCELED. This egg-ceptional list of Easter egg hunts in the west suburbs will have your little bunnies hopping with egg-citement. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor options for whatever weather comes our way this spring. You’ll even find late-night flashlight egg hunts and a few egg hunts in the shallow end…
If you observe the Catholic tradition of avoiding meat on Fridays — or, like me, just love a good ol’ fashioned fish fry — you’ve got plenty of options in the west suburbs! We just put out a call on our Kidlist Facebook page for fish frys and you guys definitely delivered. Here are your suggestions for where to find…
Have something in your family you’d like to celebrate? Home-cooked dinner not in the cards tonight? Look no further! Local restaurants have kids eat free promotions every day of the week. This is a great way to dine out together without breaking the bank. Most restaurants require the purchase of an adult entree to score the deal. Even though we’ve…
We asked Kidlist readers: What are the best libraries for kids in the western suburbs? These are the top 10 libraries for 2020, as voted on by our readers! They’ve got play areas with kitchens, dollhouses, STEM toys, puppet theaters, games, puzzles, and more.Many libraries in our area allow you to use any local library card to check things out, so don’t be…
Join us at the DuPage Area STEM Expo 🤖(formerly known as DuPage Area Engineers Week) at Illinois Tech Rice Campus in Wheaton, IL. Children will have the opportunity to make, see, build, create and learn! The Expo features an interactive exploration into science, technology, engineering, and math. Over 50 displays, presentations, projects to take home and activities for school-age children,…
PLEASE NOTE THAT MANY OF THESE CAMPS HAVE BEEN CANCELED. CHECK WITH INDIVIDUAL LOCATIONS TO CONFIRM. Spring break is the perfect way to get a taste of summer fun. Head to the park, check out a new nature center, or sign up for a robotics camp. There’s no need to head out of town when we’ve got so much to…
These kid-friendly restaurants go way beyond coloring pages. Think ride-on trains, hula dancers, custom balloon twisting, a spy-themed spot where you need to know the passcode, and even a stroller valet. We’ve rounded up our favorites, from local gems to over-the-top theme restaurants, to help make your family dining experiences extra-special. We hope this list helps your family form memories…
Nothing beats quality one-on-one time with your child, and these Daddy-Daughter dances provide girls with the perfect opportunity for a fun-filled night with the men in their lives. Dads, stepdads, grandpas, uncles, older cousins, or even close family friends can come bust a move on the dance floor. These events include dancing (of course), refreshments, crafts, keepsake photos, flowers, and…
Skate at one of the many year-round rinks or one of the pop-up winter rinks for some family fun. There are so many different options to choose from in the area and even more in the city. Check out our list to find skate rentals and admission fees, when applicable, and the best ways to find out if the outdoor…
A gym membership with childcare has completely changed my workout routine — as in, I now have one! Of course, some days I drop my kids off and slump into an armchair with a magazine for the first hour. Or shower. (Hey, self-care is self-care.) But a gym membership isn’t the only way to work out with kids. Parent/child fitness…