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Bubble Works Outdoor Festival at Wonder Works Children’s Museum
For the third year in a row, Wonder Works Children’s Museum is hosting Bubble Works, an outdoor festival celebrating the magic and science of bubbles. It’s a bubble wonderland where your kids can create bubbles, play with bubbles, and enjoy bubble performances!. You don’t want to miss it!...
TILT for Incredible Views at 360 CHICAGO: A Unique Experience for All Ages
I was born in the city and lived in the suburbs most of my life, but very rarely do we do the touristy things in Chicago. Honestly, I think it’s a missed opportunity. This past week we went to experience TILT at 360 CHICAGO, formerly the John Hancock building, and had such an amazing time! It was an immersive experience we will never forget.
Take a Thrilling Speedboat Tour of Chicago on the Seadog
Did you know that those Seadog boats docked at Navy Pier can take you on a thrill ride? Neither did we!. We spent the afternoon in Chicago this past week and went on a thrilling speedboat tour through City Cruises. It was even more fun than we thought it would be and one for the summer bucket list.
Enjoy Hands-on Activities and Displays at Creek Bend Nature Center
Run by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, Creek Bend Nature Center can be found in the heart of LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve in St. Charles. One of the many incredible nature centers in the western suburbs, Creek Bend Nature Center is filled with hands-on activities and interactive displays.
A Visit to Hickory Knolls Discovery Center with Your Littlest Nature Explorers
A visit to Hickory Knolls Discovery Center in St. Charles is filled with snakes, turtles, rabbits, birds, and a variety of other animals. Learn about where they live, what they eat and how they learn, too. We paired our visit with a trip to Creek Bend Nature Center, which is...
New! Terrace View Park
Terrace View Park is now open! With it’s huge shade structure over the playground equipment, musical instruments, and path around the pond, this new playground is tons of fun. Lake View Nature Center is also next to this playground, however it’s not open to the public on a daily...
New! Dreamland Kids Playroom and Event Space in Glen Ellyn
My son and I recently had the chance to check out Dreamland Kids, a new indoor play place and event space located in Glen Ellyn. The owner, Patricia, kindly shared her vision with us which is primarily focused on events like children’s birthday parties (and even baby showers), but also includes open play for young kids up to 6 years old.
Enjoy the Sweetest Tours at Illinois Nut & Candy in Skokie
Located in Skokie, Illinois Nut & Candy is opening their kitchens to teach guests about how chocolate is made, and to give it a try themselves. This hands-on experience will have everyone leaving with a sweet tooth, and a bag full of hand-crafted treats. Read below for more details about this one-of-a-kind experience in the northern suburbs.
New Playground! Turner Park in Roselle
Turner Park, in Roselle has been transformed into a playground and park with all the amenities kids are looking for!. Sprawling over 15 acres of land, Turner Park hosts soccer fields, a basketball court, a pavilion, a stocked fishing pond, and a brand new playground with multiple structures for all ages. My daughter’s favorite new feature is the zip line!
New! Playtime with Lolly Gabbins
Meet Pam Conlon, a Western Springs mother and grandmother, who has recently launched a new Children’s YouTube channel called, “Playtime with Lolly Gabbins.” As a former speech/language therapist, Pam created the channel to foster expressive language and socialized play in a fun filled format. Lolly Gabbins is...
Bluey x CAMP Chicago: An Unforgettable Experience for Bluey Fans
Calling all Bluey Fans! Take a step inside Bluey’s house on a magical adventure to Australia. Now in Chicago, Bluey x CAMP Chicago is located in Lincoln Park and has transformed their storefront into a magical immersive Bluey experience. Your family will travel to Bluey’s house and explore each...
Meet Corsalus Financial: Where Heartfelt Values Guide Family Finances
We are honored to partner with Corsalus Financial and wanted you to get an inside look at who they are, what they believe, and how they can help you. We love their values and think you will too!. So if you have questions about how you are spending and saving...
Local Mom and Charity Founder Creates Childrens Book Series: The Balkan Voyage
Meet Saveta Dubak, local mom and the founder of the Charity Organization for Balkan Children!. Saveta, whose ancestry spans across four Western Balkan countries, was born and raised in Switzerland and moved to Chicago two years ago with her husband, 5-year-old daughter Tanasija, and 2-year-old son Vuk. They live in Countryside, and absolutely love the community there. La Grange, with its go-to spots Owl and Lark and Balkan Bakery, is her favorite destination.
40+ Nearby U-Pick Farms Where Chicagoland Kids Get a Hands-On Taste of Fresh Fruits and Veggies
While my kids enjoy helping pick out produce at the grocery store, it’s much more fun to build core memories at actual U-Pick farms. Kids connect with nature by seeing how different fruits and vegetables grow and being part of the harvesting process. Plus, the rewards are delicious!. In...
Interactive Alice in Wonderland Scavenger Hunt Debuts in La Grange
We are excited to announce that Princess Party by MC is hosting an interactive Alice in Wonderland-themed Scavenger Hunt in La Grange this May! This is sure to be a special and unique event where families with children young and old can walk about downtown La Grange, solve riddles and find clues, while meeting and interacting with the Alice in Wonderland characters.
Game Show Battle Rooms Hosts Incredibly Fun Competitions
The Kidlist team went to Game Show Battle Rooms last night, and it was such a blast. Imagine stepping into a curated game show with all the props, lights, questions, and host to keep the games moving with energy and funny quips. It’s perfect for a friends night out, couples get together, family face-off, team building, or birthday party!
Want to See “IF” Before It Hits Theaters?
IF is coming to theaters on May 17, 2024, but you and your kids have the opportunity to see it before then!. We are partnering with Paramount Pictures Presents, A Sunday Night, and Maximum Effort Production to host a movie screening of IF, a John Krasinski Film, on Saturday, May 11. Watch the trailer and keep reading for a synopsis of the movie, then enter to win tickets below.
A Visit to Bartlett Nature Center with Little Kids: Reptiles, Hands-on Nature Exhibits, and More
Situated in James “Pate” Philip State Park, Bartlett Nature Center is surrounded by beautiful hiking trails. Inside, visitors will find a variety of reptiles and amphibians, as well as hands-on exhibits. A visit to the Bartlett Nature Center is perfect for the littlest nature lovers, whether you’re looking...
New Playground! Stratford Park in Bloomingdale
To kick off the Bloomingdale Park District’s 60th Anniversary, they have installed a new playground and park, Stratford Park. They are kicking off the park opening on May 4, 2024 from 11:00am – 1:00pm. The public are welcome to join the “May the Fourth Be With You: A Galactic 60th Anniversary Celebration“. The ribbon cutting begins promptly at 11:00am, followed by activities and refreshments while supplies last.
The Kidlist Guide for New Parents: Fun Things to Do with a Baby in Chicagoland!
When we put together our activities by age guide, we felt like something was missing. Even though we’d covered every age, from baby through teenagers, we realized there was something different about being a first-time parent. After all, it’s a different experience than taking care of a baby when you have older kids, too.
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