Holes and Knolls Miniature Golf
Park-based outdoor mini-golf course with seasonal 18- or 36-hole play for all ages. Park also features adventure playground, splash park and disc golf course. Read More
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Didier Farms Pumpkinfest
Come start a family tradition at Didier Farms. Enjoy the hayrides, pony rides, Animaland animal zoo, corn maze, and kiddie mechanical rides. Visit our new activity, the Pumpkin Playground! Try a new craft or rope making, or just stroll the grounds. Homemade Apple Cider and Pumpkin donuts made fresh... Read More
Rainbow Falls Waterpark – Elk Grove Park District
Cool off at Rainbow Falls Waterpark and enjoy the excitement of this tropical paradise with a variety of attractions, theme days, parties and more waiting for the entire family. Attractions include: Zero-depth pool, leisure pool, lazy river, vortex pool, body & tube slides, diving board, three-story fun house, tot... Read More
Hidden Oaks Nature Center
Introducing Chicagoland’s newest green nature center, a facility of the Bolingbrook Park District. Immerse yourself in nature as you explore Hidden Oaks natural areas. Our naturalist are always available to answer all your questions. Stop by today! Things to do at Hidden Oaks: Hike the paths/trails Bird Watch Have... Read More
Carol Stream Park District
Carol Stream Park District turns 50 this year! Join us at our great facilities, including a forest preserve park, an off-leash dog park, and a skate park in addition to fitness facilities, a water park and mini-golf course. We offer classes, sports, preschool, dance, gymnastics, summer camps and more... Read More
Bensenville Water Park and Splash Pad
The Water Park offers a new splash pad aquatic play area, zero-depth entry pool, a 155-foot water slide, a diving well with diving board and drop slides and a children’s water play area with sprinklers. There are also large sand and grass areas, a volleyball court, concession stand, picnic... Read More
Pirates’ Cove Children’s Theme Park – Elk Grove Park District
Pirates’ Cove Theme Park is designed to stimulate and encourage the creative exploration and imagination of children ages 1 – 9. Attractions include an 18th Century Pirate Ship, an old fashioned carousel, paddle boats, train rides, climbing wall, fun slide and bounce house. New this summer is the Soarin’... Read More
Miner Mike’s Adventure Golf – Downers Grove Park District
Play 18 holes of mini-golf for less than $5 per round on a perfect course for even the youngest golfers . Open Apr – Oct. Birthday parties and group outings available. General Admission: $5 Children ages 3 and under: Free with paying adult Group Rate (10 plus) $4 Camp... Read More
Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park – Bolingbrook Parks
Dive into pools of fun at Pelican Harbor! Huge interactive play area, lap and zero depth pools, spa, parties and more. Check out our online video to see what a blast Pelican Harbor can be! Read More
Odyssey Fun World Tinley Park
Indoor entertainment centers featuring Exploration Playland, Laser Tag, hundreds of interactive video & prize redemption games. Great birthday parties- fun for all ages! Read More
Oakton Ice Arena – Park Ridge Park District
The Park Ridge Park District prides itself on the high quality of our skating program and instructors, anchored by our two time Olympian, David Santee. We have just the right learn-to-skate class for you, your child, or even your grandparent! Just looking for some fun? Then lace up those... Read More
Legoland Discovery Center
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago is a giant indoor family destination with over 3 million LEGO bricks and 9 attractions including: Master Builder Academy, Jungle Expedition, Kingdom Quest Laser Ride, LEGO Playplace, Merlin?s Apprentice Ride, 4D Cinema, Build and Test, Factory Tour, and the Chicago skyline built from 1 million... Read More
Discovery Center Museum
Visit #4 children’s museum in the nation as ranked by Child magazine. Over 250 hands-on exhibits, planetarium, special area for kids under 6 & outdoor park. Free parking. Hours: 10 am-5 pm; 7 days a week; Cost: $9/adult, $9/child; Free to Discovery Center members and children age 1 and... Read More
Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago
You’re never too young to explore! 17 interactive hands-on exhibits, including outdoor Habitat Park, Water Works, Pet Vet, Dominick’s Supermarket & more! Designed for ages birth to 8 with protected infant areas. Birthday Parties You supply the birthday, we’ll supply the fun! Packages include private party rooms in the... Read More
Putting Edge Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf
Experience the EXCITEMENT of 18 holes of Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf; ideal for parties, an outing with family or friends, special interest groups, corporate functions & more. The Fun Starts Here! For hours and rates visit us online at www.puttingedge.com. Make a Reservation Read More
Jumps N’ Jiggles – Elk Grove Park District
Located indoors at the Pavilion, the Carousel and Jumps n’ Jiggles are exciting attractions for kids looking for fun and adventure. The carousel stands 28 feet high, features 18 hand-painted jumping horses and an Olita swan chariot. The Jumps n’ Jiggles big top themed playground features a balancing act... Read More
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament
Enter an 11th century castle where you will travel through the mists of time to a forgotten age and tale of devotion. A two-hour tournament including a 4 course medieval feast is fun for the whole family. For a limited time, free princess training on Saturdays and free knight... Read More
Taste Buds Kitchen
We host creative and unique cooking classes and events for kids, families, age 2 to 99. Our bright and spacious kitchen studio is custom-designed for kids by day and is adult BYOB by night. Classes From single-day parent/child workshops to semester-long classes, budding chefs age 2 to teen whip... Read More
Gigi’s Playhouse / Hoffman Estates
Founded in 2003, GiGi’s Playhouse is the only international network of Down syndrome achievement centers, changing lives through free programs for individuals of all ages. The organization makes a lifetime commitment to support and empower families from diagnosis to adulthood. You can help foster acceptance for individuals with Down... Read More
Safari Land Indoor Amusement Park
Hunt down the Tiger Terror Roller Coaster the Largest Indoor Roller Coaster in Illinois! Or discover other jungle adventures including the Safari Speedway Go Karts and Snake Pit Bumper Cars. Mon-Thur: 12 PM (Noon) until 10 PM Fri & Sat: 11 AM until 11pm Sunday: 11 AM until 10... Read More
Audubon Skate Park – Elk Grove Park District
An indoor skate park that has 11,000 square feet of ideal terrain for skateboarders and inline skaters. Audubon Skate Park is a great place to ride ramps, rails & grind ledges. Located only 30 minutes from downtown Chicago in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Audubon Skate Park is an indoor... Read More
Randall Oaks Barnyard Zoo
Looking for an enjoyable way to spend a summer day? Come view, pet and feed a variety of farm animals. Pony rides and Jumpy are also available for an additional charge. The Barnyard Zoo is open daily during the summer and fall. Group hayrides are available in the fall.... Read More
Johansen Farms
Wander among 10,000 pumpkins. Pet and feed over 500 animals in our children’s zoo, with one price for lots of fun. We also have hayrides, train rides, pony rides, mini corn maze, two story air slides and more. Visit our pumpkin patch with huge pumpkins Read More
Lambs Farm
Enjoy our pet shop, café and bakery, country store, thrift shop and farmyard and attractions, including petting zoo, mini-golf, carousel, train ride, and bounce house, while experiencing our mission of serving people with developmental disabilities. Read More
Dancing Horses Theatre & Animal Gardens
The Lake Geneva area’s most unique attraction. Year round, sit back and experience the beauty of The Dancing Horses Show, a magical journey. This one of a kind show is fantasy with a mix of whimsical performances. Enjoy our Exotic Bird Show, starring Echo, the Singing Bird. May –... Read More
Phillips Park Zoo
See native North American animals on display. Wolves, cougars, river otters, bald eagles, reptiles and more. Our Visitor Center has Mastodon bones on display, a vending area, drinking fountains and bathrooms. Read More
Cosley Zoo
This nationally recognized zoo offers an intimate experience with a large variety of domestic farm animals and native Illinois wildlife. Visitors will discover exhibits that immerse them in natural habitats for white-tailed deer, red fox, Blanding’s turtles, bobcats, a coyote, a black-crowned night heron, and more. Cosley Zoo is... Read More
Friday Fun Five January 4, 2019
Here are our top five favorite events for you and your family to enjoy this weekend! Get out there and make some memories! For more great family events, see Oaklee’s Digital Edition, or search our calendar of events! Ice Skating at Rosemont’s Parkway Bank... Read More
AZoosment Park at Santa’s Village
This season, we proudly celebrate our 55th year of providing great family fun to generations of visitors. Help us Celebrate all season long! Santa’s Village AZoosment Park offers kiddie and family thrill rides, a barn and petting zoo, domestic and exotic animals, live shows, games, shops, and restaurants. Open... Read More
Summerfield Zoo
Summerfield Zoo is home to a large variety of exotic animals, ranging from reindeer and monkeys to hyena and mountain lions. We have everything from A (alligator) to Z (zebra)! Read More
Friday Fun Five December 28, 2018
Here are our top five favorite events for you and your family to enjoy this weekend! Get out there and make some memories! For more great family events, see Oaklee’s Digital Edition, or search our calendar of events! New Year’s Eve Family Party at... Read More
Brookfield Zoo
Our Summer Zoo Camp program is accredited by the American Camp Association and continues to grow and develop so we can give your Camper the best experiences we can provide. Read More
Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo is a world of wildlife in the shadow of skyscrapers. Located within a verdant park just minutes north of Chicago, the zoo has been a natural, free oasis for generations of animal lovers, who visit the zoo to hear the howls of red wolves, see gorillas... Read More