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Summer Fun Guide for Chicago Kids
Photo courtesy of Fiesta Del Sol
70+ Kid-Friendly Summer Festivals Near Chicago
Discover which summer fairs and fests are best for kids.
There are lots of free things to do in Chicago this summer. Photo courtesy of Retro on Roscoe
50+ Free Things To Do in Chicago this Summer with Kids
Keep kids entertained with fun activities that are totally free all summer long.
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Chicago Summer Camp Guide
Find a summer camp for every age and interest around Chicagoland!
Millennium Park Summer Film Series photo courtesy of chicago.gov
30+ Free Outdoor Movies in Chicago this Summer with Kids
Pull up a chair or blanket and take in a movie this summer.
Don't miss the Fourth of July fireworks display in Chicago at Navy Pier. Photo courtesy of Navy Pier
Where To See Fourth of July Fireworks in Chicago 2022
See the sparklers fly in one of these Chicago-area fireworks displays.
Cool down with a water balloon fight!
Ultimate Summer Bucket List Ideas: 100 (Mostly) Free Outdoor Games and Activities for Kids
100 ways to pack more play into your summer day.
Splash pad in Chicago's Mary Bartelme Park. Photo courtesy of Landscape Performance Series
Best Sprinkler Parks and Splash Pads in Chicago
The fun is as wet as it gets at these nearby sprinkler parks.
See spectacular animals in a historic setting at the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station.
12 Family-Friendly Summer Weekend Getaways near Chicago
From a quaint Swiss town to the water park capital of the world.
Photo courtesy of the Chicago Park District
Best Free Public Pools in Chicago for Families
Splash into free summer fun at the best public pools for Chicago kids.
Camping at Illinois State Beach Park. Photo courtesy of Illinois State Beach Park.
The 10 Best Campgrounds for Tent Camping near Chicago with Kids
Sleep under the stars at one of these gorgeous campgrounds near Chicago.
Check out these Chicago beaches for summer day trip destinations.
Best Beaches in Chicago for Families
Who says you need an ocean to go to the beach?
Photo courtesy of the Thomson Strawberry Farm, Facebook
Strawberry Picking near Chicago: U-Pick Berry Farms for Chicago Area Families
Pick your own strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and even gooseberries at these local farms.
ChiTown Movies is a drive-in movie theater in Chicago. Photo courtesy of ChiTown Futbol, Facebook
Drive-In Movie Theaters In and Around Chicago for Outdoor Movie Nights with Kids
Head outside and see a movie this summer.
Photo courtesy of the Maggie Daley Park Facebook page
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...
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.
Enjoy the sights of Chicago on a Shoreline Sightseeing Cruise.
Best Boat Rides for Chicago Area Families
Choose a speedy ride, sailboat, or relaxing river cruise with these Chicago boat tours.
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.
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.
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Lake Geneva is an easy day trip from Chicago. Photo courtesy of Visit Lake Geneva
20 Best Summer Day Trips From Chicago
Ready for a little exploring? Day trip to a park, beach, or zoo! READ MORE 
No need for castles in the air when you can build them in the sand at The Harbor Grand.
Amazing Lake Resorts in the Midwest for Family Summer Getaways
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A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel
27 Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long
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8 Fun Popsicle Recipes to Make with Kids
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Chicago has some great summer camps for kids coming up in 2023. Photo courtesy of the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Camp
20+ Best Summer Day Camps in Chicago
We've rounded up the best day camp options throughout Chicagoland. READ MORE
High school girls interested in computer science are encouraged to apply. Photo courtesy Girls Who Code
Free STEM Summer Camp from Girls Who Code Opens Registration 2023
This FREE summer STEM program for teen girls is now accepting applications. READ MORE
Playing on the Beach in Chicago photo by Don Harder (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
End of Summer Bucket List: 15 Things to Do in Chicago Before School Starts
Just a few more weeks left to maximize summer fun! READ MORE
Paradise Bay Water Park photo courtesy of the Lombard Park District
Keep Cool in a Heat Wave in Chicago: Top Beaches, Swimming Lakes, Splash Pads, and AC Spots
Keep this list handy for the rest of the summer! READ MORE
Seashell crafts are a fun way preserve beach-day memories.
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15 Seashell Crafts: Easy Summery Craft Ideas for Kids
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