Free and Affordable Summer Camps In Chicago

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Tinkering Camp in Chicago. Photo courtesy of the Dupage Children's Museum

Looking for free summer camps in Chicago? Look no further—we have a list of affordable and free summer camps in Chicago and the surrounding area.

Even though it's February, the time has come for parents to figure out how to keep kids busy, happy, and entertained for the whole summer. Summer camp is a great way to help kids burn off energy, spend time outdoors, and make lifelong friendships... but you gotta do it without breaking the bank. No need to panic: We've rounded up affordable and free summer camp options throughout Chicagoland. 

Parents and caregivers should sign up for summer camp as early as possible to take advantage of early-bird discounts offered by most organizations. Also, many summer camps award scholarships or help with financial assistance. If there is a camp your child is interested in, it’s worth checking to see if they offer scholarships and/or financial assistance.

There are tons of different types of Chicago summer camps. Find the right one using our Chicago Summer Camp Guide.

Top Philadelphia Summer Camps for Teens and Tweens

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Junior Marine Biologists Camp at The Center for Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium gives camper ages 11-14 the opportunity to dive deep into the summer camp experience and discover what it is like to have a science career. Photo courtesy of the aquarium

Summer camp is a great way for tweens and teens to explore their interests, make new friends, and stay active during the summer. Whether they're interested in sports summer camps, film summer camps, theater summer camps, or STEAM summer camps, there are tons of summer camps in Philadelphis for teens and tweens to find the right fit. 

We've rounded up the best summer camps in Philly for teens and tweens below, and you can find more summer camp options for kids of all ages and intrerests in our Philadalphia Summer Camp Guide. 

Baltimore with Kids: 50 Best Things to Do in Baltimore, MD

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Kids can take an immersion tour or have an aquarium sleepover at the National Aquarium. Photo by Chris Mattle

Baltimore, Maryland is an incredibly kid-friendly and walkable city full of history, culture, and fun. The famous Inner Harbor offers the impressive National Aquarium, the fantastic Port Discovery Children's Museum, family-friendly restaurants, museums and science centers, and more. And the city is heaven for transportation lovers, with train museums and boats galore.

Baltimore's proximity to our nation's capital doesn't hurt, either. With only about 40 miles separating Washington, DC from Baltimore, it’s easy to visit both cities in one weekend.

Here is our list of 50 fun things to do in Baltimore with kids, including family-friendly Baltimore hotels and restaurants. Check out our Family Travel Guide for even more fun cities to visit across the US and beyond.

19 Birthday Party Places in Brooklyn for Toddlers and Preschoolers

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Celebrate your special little ones birthday with a party at Little Lola & Tots. Photo courtesy of Little Lola & Tots

When it comes to birthday party places in Brooklyn, local tots have plenty of choices. Entertaining the under-age-5 crowd, plus a small army of their closest friends (and parents), can be tricky. Lucky for us, the borough of Brooklyn is filled with perfect birthday party places to please the diverse interests of enthusiastic toddlers and preschoolers.

Animals, arts and crafts, and even just tumbling around for a few hours are all options at these birthday party places in Brooklyn for preschoolers and toddlers. Read on for our list of 19 top toddler birthday party places in Brooklyn, and find even more birthday party inspiration in our NYC Kids' Birthday Party Guide. You can also use our directory to find more venues, plus party entertainers and supplies.

21 Fun Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia

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Rev up your engines for a high-speed go-kart birthday party. Photo courtesy of K1 Speed

For DC kids celebrating birthdays in the winter, chances are they'll be having their birthday party indoors. But Washingtonians know the weather in DC can be unpredictable in any season. Luckily, the area is chock full of indoor birthday party places perfect for kids of all ages.

From indoor playgrounds to art studios to fun museums, there's no shortage of spots in and around DC to have some indoor birthday fun. Read on for 21 fun indoor birthday party places in DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland for toddlers through teens.

For even more inspiration, check out our Kids' Birthday Party Places Guide for DC, where you'll find great birthday party ideas for everyone from preschoolers through teens.

30 Top Birthday Parties for Toddlers and Preschoolers in Atlanta

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Have a themed birthday party at We Rock the Spectrum for all children. Photo courtesy of the venue

Throwing a toddler birthday party is special, memorable, and let's be honest, chaotic! Your own preschooler is energetic enough and now you're tasked with entertaining their equally enthusiastic friends (and parents). Fortunately, many Atlanta birthday party venues for toddlers and preschoolers make the process easy. 

Atlanta toddler birthday spots have something for every interest and budget when it comes to epic birthday celebrations. And best of all, most of these Atlanta birthday spots allow parents to relax while the staff sets up, cleans up, and most importantly, keeps kids busy. Read on for our toddler birthday party favorites and find even more birthday party inspiration in our Birthday Party Guide for Atlanta Kids!

Fun Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids on Long Island

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Celebrate with a themed birthday at Sippy Cups. Photo by the author

Looking for the best indoor party places on Long Island? Check out our picks spanning Suffolk and Nassau counties. 

As the mom of a November baby, finding a great birthday party spot can be tricky because of the temps and forecast. We've found, though, that choosing indoor party places means you never have to worry about the weather ruining the special day. 

Read on below for our list of the top Long Island indoor party spots for kids of all ages–from babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to grade schoolers and even hard-to-please tweens and teens. 

For more birthday party ideas, check out our Birthday Party Guide for Long Island Kids and our list of Long Island's Top Birthday Party Places.

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