11 Sunflower Fields Near Chicago to Brighten Your Day
Brighten your day by getting lost in a maze and cutting your own fresh flowers at these local sunflower fields near Chicago! These destinations often include mazes, u-pick, kids activities…
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Beat the Heat at These Waterparks and Beaches in Chicagoland
Summer in Chicagoland means special trips to the waterparks and beaches! Whether you’re looking for an afternoon trip or plan to make it an all-day affair, there are tons of…
2022 Strawberry Picking and Map of U-Pick Farms
Find a strawberry picking farm a short ride from the suburbs of Chicago and get some great tips for u-pick strawberries! Picking start dates included.
Go Retro with Our Summer 2022 Drive-In Movie Guide
A trip with the family to go see a drive-in movie should be on everyone’s summer bucket list! There’s something so fun about stocking up on your favorite movie snacks…
2021 Live Christmas Tree Farms: Where to Cut Your Own (or Find a Pre-Cut Tree)
Growing up, our family channeled the holiday spirit during our yearly outing to the live Christmas tree farm. I always grew up with a real tree, which made the season…
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All the 2022 Free Days at Museums in Chicago and the Suburbs
How lucky are we to be surrounded by world-class museums, zoos, and gardens throughout the Chicagoland area? While the Kidlist team loves exploring all there is to see at the…
Where Kids Eat Free in Chicago’s West Suburbs
Are my kids the only ones who ask for a snack right after we finish a meal? These kids never stop eating! Give yourself a break by enjoying a meal…
2022 Summer Camps for Kids in the Western Suburbs
Time to dream of warmer weather and sign up for summer camp! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans. But now is the time…
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 think I’m alone in having thousands of action photos of my kids, but very few with…
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…
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…
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 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…