The Glass Pumpkin Patch is back this weekend at the Morton Arboretum
As fall color begins to emerge at The Morton Arboretum, one of the season’s most colorful tradition…
Sponsored Spirit Halloween With Kids: What Parents Should Know Before You Go
Kari Treat's kids walked into Spirit Halloween with a plan. That plan lasted about four minutes, unti…
Free Printable Alert: 25 Fall Activities To Do Before Autumn's Gone
Fall has a funny way of going by way too fast.One minute you’re saying you’ll get to the pump…
Kinder Corner Indoor Playground opens its doors in Westmont, IL
Brand new indoor playground just opened in Westmont, IL! Geared toward children ages 0-7, this adorable p…
Big Bounce America, World's Largest Bounce House is coming to Wheaton
The Big Bounce America, home to the world’s largest bounce house, is bringing its high-energy exper…
Sponsored Cheaper Summer Fun? These Family Deals Are Actually Worth It
Admission prices went up again this year. You already knew that.But here's the thing — you don&…
Sponsored The Minecraft Experience at EXP Rosemont: Family Fun Review
If you have Minecraft obsessed children in your house (or even just a Minecraft-curious kid), you're…
Local Summer Family Fun from A-Z
It's summer time in Illinois and we have the ultimate go-to list to help you Find Your Family Fun®…
Explore Elmhurst Express Trolley Celebrates its 10th Season in 2026
Explore Elmhurst Trolley Celebrates 10th Season, Connecting Residents and Visitors to Dining, Shopping an…
Finding Things to Do in East DuPage County Just Got Easier
If you've used our East DuPage County events calendar before, you may have noticed something looks a…
Dinos Roar to Life at Brookfield Zoo Chicago This Spring
Something big is stomping into Brookfield Zoo Chicago this spring. Beginning May 22, guests can come face…
Local Spring Break Fun for Families
Can you feel it? That warm breeze, the blooming flowers, and yes, the buzz of excitement in the air - spr…
Ninja Squad Gym Opens "First of its Kind" Movie Theater Ninja Space
Is your kid kinda ninja? They're going to LOVE US! Ninja Squad Gym is opening a new KIDS…
The Umbrella Sky Project Brings New Colors to Elmhurst City Centre
Elmhurst City Centre is delighted to bring you the second session of colors in Umbrella Sky Elmhurst 2025…
Sponsored The Forge: Lemont Quarries Launches Four New Attractions This Summer
The Forge: Lemont Quarries, a 300-acre outdoor adventure park, is a one-of-a-kind destination nestled wit…
Sponsored Explore History at the DuPage County Historical Museum
The DuPage County Historical Museum is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of m…
Winter Fun Guide for East DuPage County
We will all be looking for ways to get out of the house this winter in East DuPage County! So Macaroni KI…
Your 2024 Guide to Fall Family Fun in Downers Grove/Elmhurst/La Grange
Fall is here, and Halloween is just around the corner. That means the Western Suburbs are bursting with s…
Sponsored Bring the Concert Home with a Father’s Day Gift from Veeps
Getting out of the house with kids can be a challenge, but we've discovered a way to bring back the…
Happy Annie-Versary! Free Exhibit Now Open until December!
Lombard Historical Society celebrates "Annie-Versary", inviting all ages to celebrate the indep…
Viewing The Solar Eclipse: How To Make A Pinhole Projector
We all want a peek at the upcoming solar eclipse, and a pinhole projector offers a creative and safe solu…
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