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2025 Summer Festivals Filled with Great Music, Fair Food, and Family

Summer festivals check off all types of summertime fun with one outing: delicious food, live music, carnival rides, face painting, inflatables, games, and so much more. These festivals throughout the…

Ultimate Summer Guide for Local Family Fun in Chicagoland

Summer in Chicago arrives with an explosion of colorful festivals, ways to splash away the heat, icy-cold treats, and endless options for kids on a break from school. It’s also…

Where to Find Outdoor Movies in the Park All Summer Long

Pack your picnic blanket and your popcorn: summer is outdoor movie season! Larger-than-life movie screens throughout the western and northwest suburbs will fill with new family-friendly favorites like Moana 2…

Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2025

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,…

40+ Free Summer Activities, Events, and Places to Go for Budget-Savvy Fun

While we love summertime adventures, it’s no secret that the cost of outing after outing can get quite expensive. We’ve rounded up a variety of free summer activities that are…

56 Places That Open Early for Kids Who Wake Up Ready to Play

When my kids were younger, it was always a challenge to find an indoor spot that opened early-for my early risers. By the time 10:00am rolls around, we’re practically ready…

Where is the Easter Bunny Near Me? At Breakfast, Brunch, and Charming Photo Ops!

Getting Easter Bunny pictures with kids is a must-do each spring! We’ve found 45+ spots in Chicago’s west and northwest suburbs where you and your kids can snag a photo…

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,…

Where to Go Ice Skating: Indoor Public Skate, Free Outdoor Skating Rinks, and Special Refrigerated Ice Rinks

Lace up your skates and give these local ice rinks a twirl! Ice skating is a wonderful winter activity for families, and it definitely leaves everyone tired and happy. Plus,…

Want Pizza, Cookies, or Breakfast with Santa? These Christmas 2024 Events Let Kids Feast with St. Nick

Any opportunity to see Santa during the Christmas season is filled with magical moments, but what could make them even more special? Enjoying a delicious meal with Mr. and Mrs.…

24 Local Volunteer Opportunities for Kids to Spread Hope Together with Their Families

As the holiday season begins, it can be easy to get swept up in the excitement of the material parts of the season. Finding ways to volunteer to give back…

Chicagoland Arenas with Ice Skating Lessons, Including Figure Skating and Learn-to-Skate Programs

We’ve looked into all of the ice skating lessons in Chicago’s western suburbs to help you find the best rink for your family. There are tons of options for learn-to-skate…

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2025 Summer Festivals Filled with Great Music, Fair Food, and Family

Ultimate Summer Guide for Local Family Fun in Chicagoland

Where to Find Outdoor Movies in the Park All Summer Long

Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2025

40+ Free Summer Activities, Events, and Places to Go for Budget-Savvy Fun

56 Places That Open Early for Kids Who Wake Up Ready to Play

Where is the Easter Bunny Near Me? At Breakfast, Brunch, and Charming Photo Ops!

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

Where to Go Ice Skating: Indoor Public Skate, Free Outdoor Skating Rinks, and Special Refrigerated Ice Rinks

Want Pizza, Cookies, or Breakfast with Santa? These Christmas 2024 Events Let Kids Feast with St. Nick

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