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Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for Chicago Kids

Just about an hour from Chicago, kids can pick apples at Apple Holler from mid-August to November.
Best Orchards for Apple Picking Near Chicago with Kids
We’ve selected 14 of the best apple orchards within a two-hour drive of Chicago for your...
There's so much more to Madison than being the state capital. Though it also has a lovely State Capitol!
30 Fun Things To Do in Madison with Kids
Here’s what to do, where to eat, and where to play in Madison.
Ride high on Maxx Force at Six Flags Great America.
The Best Amusement Parks in the Chicago Area for Families
For when you feel the need for speed. (Or funnel cakes.)
Meet some furry new friends at these kid-friendly farms. Photo by the author
Cream of the Crop: 10 Best Farms for Family Fun and Entertainment in Chicago
Pick flowers, cuddle baby animals, and hop on a ride at these family farms.
Be sure to bundle up in the chillier months, but it's always beautiful.
Exploring the Shore Path of Lake Geneva: A Great Way to Beat Cabin Fever
Get the inside scoop on a day trip that's wonderful any time of year.
It's apple season! Photo courtesy of Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce.
36 Fun Fall Activities in Chicago for Kids
Enjoy harvest festivals, pumpkin patches, farm fun, and more seasonal activities with this list of...
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Need a tire changed? Practice at Betty Brinn Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of Visit Milwaukee
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Camping at Illinois State Beach Park. Photo courtesy of Illinois State Beach Park.
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Cool down with a free outdoor splash pad in Cleveland. Cody York for ThisIsCleveland.com
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Type C motorhome, photo courtesy of GoRVing.com
RV Camping and Campgrounds for Families: A Beginners' Guide to Planning an RV Trip
RV camping is a great way to vacation with social distance, as long as you know the basics.READ MORE 

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Ultimate Road Trip Planner: How to Have the Perfect Family Road Trip
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Visit National Parks in 2022 on Free National Park Entrance Days: Yellowstone, Zion, Acadia, and More
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The Best Winter Day Trips Near Chicago for Kids
Looking for something to do in that post-holiday stretch? Take the kids out on an all-day adventure.READ MORE 
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