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Spring Fun Guide for Chicago Kids
Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr
Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families
It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape!
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Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for Chicago Kids
Best play spaces, bowling, obstacle courses, museums, and more NJ spots for when bad weather...
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Best Playgrounds in Chicago: Destination Play Zones Worth the Trip
In a city of great playgrounds, these are the swings, climbers, and slides that stand out above the...
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Chicago Summer Camp Guide
Find a summer camp for every age and interest around Chicagoland!
Walk the bridges at Go Ape USA. Photo courtesy the park
10 Zip Lines and Aerial Adventure Parks Near Chicago
Fly through the air or walk across a suspension bridge at these parks.
See the elephants at the Milwaukee Zoo.
The Best Zoos and Aquariums for Chicago Kids
Get up close and personal with animals from around the world.
There are both woodland and paved trails at the Morton Arboretum. Photo by Maureen Wilkey
Best Places to Hike Near Chicago with Kids
Soak up nature in these forest preserves and parks near the Windy City.
Head to the free Artist's Studio on cold and rainy days. ​Photo courtesy of the Art Institute of Chicago
21 Free Things To Do in Chicago on Cold and Rainy Days: Indoor Places To Play
These 21 places keep kids (and parents) happy and warm in Chicago's frigid winters.
Get ready to enjoy some mini golf near Chicago this summer! Photo courtesy of Maggie Daley Park/Facebook
15+ Mini Golf Courses Near Chicago for Kid-Friendly Putt-Putt
Check out our picks for mini golf courses for some outdoor (or indoor!) family fun near Chicago.
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.
A rainbow leading to a pot of gold is the perfect bait to trap a Leprechaun!
Leprechaun Trap Ideas and Fun Tricks for Kids on St. Patrick's Day
Trick the kids and trap the leprechaun with these silly St. Patrick's Day pranks.
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A rainbow leading to a pot of gold is the perfect bait to trap a Leprechaun!
Leprechaun Trap Ideas and Fun Tricks for Kids on St. Patrick's Day
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13 April Fools Day Food Pranks To Play on Your Kids
From hot dog fingers to edible eyeballs, kids will eat up these fun food pranks. READ MORE 
These bunny slime jars and adorable and icky. In other words, kids adore them. Photo by the author
Easy Easter Crafts for Kids and How to Dye Easter Eggs
How to make the cutest crafts and prettiest eggs for Easter. READ MORE 
We have a long list of Easter egg hunts near Chicago. Photo courtesy of Rodnae Productions, Pexels
40+ Easter Egg Hunts for Kids near Chicago
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Make this Mother's Day a special celebration at IO Godfrey, photo by Francis Son Photography, courtesy of the restaurant
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Hop to It!  It's time for Easter Bunny pictures near Chicago at Woodfield Mall. Photo courtesy of the mall
Meet the Easter Bunny at Bunny Brunches and Easter Bunny Pictures in Chicago
Say peeps! It's time for a photo op with the Easter Bunny. READ MORE
Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr
Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families
It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape! READ MORE
Little League baseball is a quintessential childhood sport.
6 Little League Baseball Drills You Can Do at Home
Help your child knock it outta the park with these simple baseball drills. READ MORE
Make this Mother's Day a special celebration at IO Godfrey, photo by Francis Son Photography, courtesy of the restaurant
25+ Amazing Places for Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner in Chicago
Spoil mom with these Mother's Day meals around Chicago. READ MORE
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