Lava Island is officially open on Friday in Kildeer, and it’s one of the largest indoor play spaces we’ve been to in Chicagoland.

Think you’ve got what it takes to be Lisle’s best Mario Kart Racer? Enter and compete for the title. This game is rated E. Ending times for this event may vary by up to 15 minutes. Registration is ...

Join other gamers to play and discuss your favorite video games like Minecraft, Mario Kart 8, Super Smash Bros., and more. Bring your own Nintendo Switch and DS devices to share the fun with friends.

Create, imagine, and explore with local artist Rich Lo! Inspired by his enchanting books After the Moonrise and After the Snowfall, children will create their own beautiful scenes, tell their own ...

Our nature-loving readers have voted and these are your top 10 free nature centers in Chicagoland for 2026! Nature centers are open year-round and offer indoor spaces where kids can explore and learn ...

Dive Into a World of Ocean Wonders! Ocean Wonders will splash into Wonder Works this February. The museum will be filled with activities celebrating all things fictional and real found in the ocean!

Snow Play at Pottawatomie Park. Get ready to play! An early childhood staff member will meet you at the park listed above. Families welcome! No registration needed. Just show up for some fun.

Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends for stories and songs all about spring and the power of kindness. The Story Garden includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of ...

The sights and sounds of a bowling alley instantly bring me back to childhood. There is such a magical feeling watching your own children enjoy an activity that you loved as a kid. From the feel of ...

Come have a snack and make some fabulous art on Saturday morning. Completed works of art will be posted in the Youth Services Department for everyone to admire, with artist permission, of course! For ...