28 Hotels with Indoor Pools: Chicago and the Suburbs
With this extra chilly December we have had, why not try something different and go swimming? Aren’t the best hotels always the ones with pools? Local hotels with indoor pools…
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What’s Open on Christmas Day 2025? Restaurants, Grocery Stores, and More
We’re sure you’ve made your list and checked it twice, but if parenting has taught us anything, it’s to be expect the unexpected. In the hustle of holiday preparation, we…
10 Unique Holiday Events in Chicagoland to Make 2025 Extra Special
Does scrolling through all of the holiday activities make you feel overwhelmed? We have narrowed down all of the amazing local holiday events and activities to create a list of…
45 “Noon Year’s Eve” and Other Local NYE Events for Kids
The countdown is on for 2026! Celebrate at these kids’ New Year’s festivities with bubbles, music, bounce houses, and countless other ways to enjoy some family-friendly fun to close out…
2025 Best Christmas Lights Map with Driving Routes Across Chicagoland
Light up the night with incredible outdoor Christmas light displays! My family loves spending winter nights during the holidays driving around the Chicago suburbs viewing the beautiful displays put on…
Where to Go Ice Skating: Indoor Public Skate, Free Outdoor Skating Rinks, and Special Refrigerated Ice Rinks
Ice skating is a wonderful winter activity for families, and it definitely leaves everyone tired and happy. Plus, there’s nothing better than warming up afterwards with hot chocolate and marshmallows.…
60 Charming Holiday Walks and Tree Lighting Ceremonies
The 2025 holiday season is in full swing, and holiday walks and tree lightings are happening all around Chicagoland. What better way on a frosty evening to get in the…
Pet Pictures with Santa 2025: The Season’s Cutest Photo Ops
It doesn’t matter if your pet has been naughty or nice; pet pictures with Santa are too doggone cute to skip. Christmas photos are indeed a tradition for most families,…
2025 Trick-or-Treating Hours in the West and Northwest Suburbs
As Halloween approaches, your little pumpkins, fairies, and goblins, are likely anxiously awaiting the best candy night of the year! But what time does trick-or-treating start in your neighborhood? We’ve…
The Chicago Toy and Game Fair is Coming to Rosemont
We always love going to the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (ChiTAG)! It’s so fun to check out the newest toys and games, meet some of the creators, and get…
2025 Nutcracker Chicago and Holiday Theater Performances
Going to see a live holiday theater production or Nutcracker Chicago or suburbs performance is such a special and festive outing for winter holiday family fun! There are lots of…
Where Kids Eat Free in Chicagoland Every Day of the Week
Some days call for dinner out! When I was little it was always a big treat to eat out, and now I recognize there were major perks for parents too:…
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