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Millennium Park Family Fun Festival offers arts and crafts, music, educational activities and more for kids of all ages. Photo courtesy of Millennium Park
50+ Free Things to Do in Chicago This Summer With Kids
Keep the kids entertained with free concerts, festivals, movies, and museum days all summer long.
Strawberry picking at Cody's Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm
Strawberry Picking near Chicago: U-Pick Berry Farms for Illinois Families
Pick your own strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and even gooseberries.
Splash Island in Oak Brook. Photo courtesy of the Oak Brook Park District
25 Amazing Water Playgrounds and Spraygrounds for Chicago Kids
The fun is as wet as it gets at these nearby sprinkler parks.
See a movie in your car at Golden Age Cinemas. Photo courtesy of the cinema
Outdoor Movies in and around Chicago: Drive-ins, Pop-ups, and Movies at the Park
Where to see a movie outside this summer.
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?
Chicago Summer Camp Guide
Find a summer camp for every age and interest around Chicagoland!
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One of Chicago's littlest swimmers poses at Holstein Park Pool.
Best Free Public Pools in Chicago for Families
Splash into free summer fun at the best public pools for Chicago kids.
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
There's no shortage of mini golf near Chicago—and it might just be one of the better summer...
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.
Maggie Daley Park
Best Playgrounds in Chicago: Destination Play Zones Worth the Trip
In a city of great playgrounds, these are the swings, climbers, and slides worth the trip.
The Navy Pier Fireworks are a highlight of summer in Chicago. Photo courtesy of Navy Pier
Where to See July 4 Fireworks in and Around Chicago
Don't miss the big sparkler show on July 4: Here are the best viewing spots downtown and in the...
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Day Trips and Summer Travel

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
Resorts where kids can jump in a lake and parents can get pampered.READ MORE 
Spend a day exploring Indiana Dunes National Park. Photo courtesy of NPS
20 Day Trips near Chicago for Kids this Summer
Ready for a little exploring? Day trip to a park, fairy garden, or the zoo!READ MORE 
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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.READ MORE 

Celebrate Summer Holidays in Chicago

The Navy Pier Fireworks are a highlight of summer in Chicago. Photo courtesy of Navy Pier
Where to See July 4 Fireworks in and Around Chicago
Don't miss the big sparkler show on July 4: Here are the best viewing spots downtown and in the...READ MORE 
Homemade Father's Day gifts will likely be just right in 2020.
15 Father's Day Crafts and Gifts That Kids Can Make
Homemade gifts and crafts show Dad how we really feel!READ MORE 
June Is Pride Month: 35 Ways to Celebrate Pride and LGBTQ Rights
From books to the big screen and virtual rallies, here's how to mark Pride.READ MORE 
Best Fourth of July Activities for Kids That Aren't Fireworks for 2020
It's 4th of July week! Kids can celebrate with patriotic desserts, crafts, and historic fun.READ MORE 

Summer Fun at Home

A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel
25+ Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long
Splish-splash! We've got 25+ fun water games to try with the kids. READ MORE 
This patriotic pop is bursting with watermelon, coconut, and raspberry flavors. Photo by Mommy Poppins
8 Fun Popsicle Recipes to Make with Kids
Make frozen treats inspired by July 4th, cake batter, hot cocoa and more.READ MORE 
Learn how to make homemade ice cream for a tasty activity with the kids!
How to Make Ice Cream At Home in 5 Easy Steps
Whip up homemade ice cream in a bag or a mason jar!READ MORE 
Make a small business by opening a lemonade stand.
Ultimate Summer Play List: 100 Fun Activities for Kids
Get the summer fun started with 100 (mostly) FREE ways to pack more play into your day.READ MORE 

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It’s Time To "Gogh" Out Again: Enjoying Immersive Van Gogh in Chicago with Kids
Here are all the reasons you really should Gogh.READ MORE 
Strawberry Picking near Chicago: U-Pick Berry Farms for Illinois Families
Pick your own strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and even gooseberries.READ MORE 
Best Swim Schools and Swimming Lessons in Chicago for Kids
Get kids of all ages water safe for summer.READ MORE 
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Best Beaches in Chicago for Families
Who says you need an ocean to go to the beach?READ MORE 
Best Outdoor Water Parks near Chicago
Cool off on slides, tubes, and more at these nearby water parks.READ MORE 
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