2024-2025 Chicago Public Schools Calendar - Chicago Parent
Sep 6, 2024 — Planning your family’s year around school schedules? The 2024-2025 Chicago Public Schools (CPS) calendar is a must-have for parents. From holiday breaks to professional development days, this calendar provides all the key dates approved by the Chicago Board of Education. From the first day of school to spring break and the last day of classes, a few key dates you’ll want to bookmark.
Best Indoor Play Places for Kids in Chicagoland - Chicago Parent
Sep 13, 2024 — Purple Monkey Playroom. Address: 2040 N. Western Ave., Chicago. Cost: $20, $5 siblings. Designed for young children, this indoor play center in the Bucktown neighborhood offers a bright, nurturing environment. Parents and caregivers can enjoy free coffee, tea and WiFi while the children play.
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Chicagoland This Weekend
Oct 7, 2024 — Bengtson’s FallFest at Bengston Pumpkin Farm. Through Nov. 3, 2024. Address: 13341 W. 151st St., Homer Glen. Cost: $22.99/Mondays-Thursdays, $25.99/Fridays, $36.99/Saturdays-Sundays. Enjoy a family-friendly fall festival that features a pumpkin patch, sweet treats, a petting zoo, barnyard animals and more.
Chicagoland Family Events Calendar - Chicago Parent
View Details. Halloween. Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up at Goose Island in Chicago. Sep 19 - Nov 03, 2024. Jacks Pumpkin Pop-Up. View Details. Museums. Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails! at Kohl Children’s Museum. Oct 05, 2024 - Jan 05, 2025 12:00 am - 12:00 am.
Mom sees something bigger as son goes camping for the first time
Sep 6, 2012 — Sean was thrilled with the idea of going alone-if you consider traveling with nine Boy Scouts and three adults as “alone.”. My husband took great pride in pretending to saw the umbilical cord between Sean and myself as the two of us hugged before he left. I know he knew Sean was ready and this day was eventually going to come.
Family Guide to Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago Parent
Jan 25, 2024 — Originally built as the Palace of Fine Arts for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exhibition, today the Museum of Science and Industry is one of the largest science museums in the world. The museum contains 13 learning labs, 35,000 artifacts, a baby chicken hatchery, nine permanent exhibits that attract visitors from around the world and much more.
Jack O’ Lantern World Returns to Lake Zurich - Chicago Parent
Sep 9, 2024 — When: Sept. 27-Oct. 27 Address: 200 S Rand Road, Lake Zurich Hours: Thursday-Sunday evenings; exact times vary by day. Cost: $20.99+/ages 12+, $14.99+/children ages 3-12, free for children 2 and under Parking: Free parking is available in the West Lot. Accessible parking is available in the East Lot. Visitors should use caution when crossing Rt. 12 to access Jack O’Lantern World.
Family Guide to Attending a White Sox Game - Chicago Parent
Feb 16, 2024 — Tips for attending a Chicago White Sox Game with kids. Download the MLB app before you go for easy access to your tickets and a stadium map. Plus, there’s plenty of exclusive in-app activities and prizes! Clear tote bags (12” x 12” x 6” or smaller), clutch purses (9″ x 5″ x 2″ or smaller) and diaper bags when an infant is present ...
Tips for Visiting Six Flags Great America with Kids - Chicago Parent
Apr 5, 2024 — Six Flags Great America, located in Gurnee, has been one of the top local attractions to offer rollercoasters, kid-friendly rides and more since 1976. With summer coming back in full swing, it looks like your family can easily squeeze in a Six Flags trip. What we love about this amusement park is that it’s not just about coasters.
Wrigley Field Transforms into Winter Wonderland - Chicago Parent
Opens Nov. 21, 2023. Address: 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. Best for:All ages. Cost: $5 admission, additional fees for attractions. When you first set foot into Winterland at Gallagher Way Gate, you and your family will be greeted with breathtaking holiday scenes, perfect for photo opportunities.