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Mini Golf Chicago: 27 of the Coolest Indoor and Outdoor Courses in Chicagoland

Mini golf is the perfect outing for all skills levels! The greater Chicagoland area is fortunate enough to have a plethora of beautiful, fun-filled mini golf options for indoor and…

Chicagoland Dog Parks and Off-Leash Areas Where Your Pup Can Run Free

As the weather improves, it finally feels fun again to spend some time outside with your dog! But have you ever wondered if there are places that you can bring…

Gone Fishin’ Derby

Come down to the watering hole for our annual catch-and-release fishing derby. You’ll have an hour to catch as many fish as you can. Prizes will be awarded for largest,…

Oswego Country Market

Shop local with plenty of choices to buy fresh produce, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, specialty foods like baked goods & honey, and handmade items in our outdoor, open-air market. …

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The Best Kids Birthday Party Places, Kids Party Entertainment, Party Rentals, and more

Looking for the best kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Decoration experts? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun!…

60 Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free in the Chicagoland Suburbs-Every Day of the Week

I love those days where I don’t have to cook, everyone can eat what they want, and my kitchen is clean…it’s restaurant night! No matter the day of the week,…

Things to Do and Places to Go for All Ages, from Babies to Teenagers: Activities by Age

With so many amazing things to do with kids in Chicagoland, how do you find the best places for each age group? And how can you avoid showing up with…

2024–25 Guide to Kids Classes and Teams

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…

Talented Family Photographers Serving Chicago’s 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…

All the 2025 Free Museum Days Chicago and the Suburbs Have to Offer

Free museum days in Chicago?! Yes, please! Our visits to museums and zoos are core memory-makers for our children, especially when they involve a trip to the city. After marveling…