Chicago's biggest music festival, and it's great for teens. Children 8 years-old and younger will be admitted free of charge with a ticket-holding adult. Limit 2 children per ticketed adult. There's an area called "Kidzapalooza" with kids bands, activities and crafts!
"Fiesta Del Sol is a free four-day family friendly Latino festival, located in the heart of one of Chicago’s most attractive communities – Pilsen. This event spans an eight-block space down Cermak Road and can be seen from miles around because of the carnival’s Ferris Wheel and the bright lights of over 100 booths showcasing...
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
You can reserve your free tickets online in advance; your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in advance, please stop by the admissions desks on the day of your visit for assistance. Kids under 14 Admission is always free for children...
2025 Family Fun Day Dive into a day of excitement and family-friendly activities at Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park! Enjoy jungle-safari themed games, crafts, and special lunch offerings throughout the day. Dates: Friday, August 1 Time: 12:00 – 4:00 PM Fee: Valid season pass or daily admission Schedule of Events 12-4 PM: Crafts (while supplies...
A street festival in Jefferson Park with food, music, fun and more! Beyond music and food, the Kids’ Zone area on the north side of the park features a ton of cool activities for families. It’s also where one will find the fest’s groovin’ “Community Stage.”
Watching a favorite movie outside, under the stars, on a 40-foot screen is a fun and memorable family experience. We make it even better with pre-show activities such as crafts, interactive games, or guest appearances that connect with the movie you are about to see! Come a little early to enjoy everything that we have...
Explore the diverse cultures of Asia through music, dance, food, and more. Join in throughout the weekend for a fun-filled experience that will transport you across the globe.
"In addition to the extraordinary artwork, festival-goers will enjoy live music, fun art activities for kids and great food at the Wilmette Art Fair. Nestled amongst many upscale retail shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants, the festival completes a day of shopping and browsing in the charming Village of Wilmette. Admire the creativity of 100 original...
Select Sundays are Kids Sundays at Wrigley Field! Kids Run the Bases at Wrigley Field and kid-friendly games and activities at Gallagher Way! Kids Run the Bases Kids Run the Bases is open to the first 1,000 children 13 and under, who are accompanied by a parent or guardian, following Sunday day games. Kids Run...
Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
The Shedd Aquarium will be FREE for Illinois Residents on select evenings from 5pm-9pm with last entry at 7:00pm. Advanced tickets are required, so make your reservations soon!
"Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
"For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6-year-olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime celebrating SUE the Tyrannosaurus rex. This year the Field celebrates the 25th anniversary of SUE the T. rex’s arrival at the museum. Join us for an interactive read-aloud, celebrating SUE, the largest and most complete T. rex ever discovered. PlayLab PlayDates are free to...
"Join GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings to explore and discover together! This program runs every week from 4-7:30pm. This free, drop in program is designed for kids and families ages 4 and up. Activities will follow themes of nature and science, but with a special focus on learning, processing, and making personal connections to...
"Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...
"Every Wednesday night we are open late, and free for Illinois residents! Join us after work, school or for date night at the Adler Planetarium you’ll find hands-on, minds-on activities, experiences, and shows about the universe that will blow your mind! Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times,...
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
This free two-day festival will feature a variety of cutting-edge music from the Latin American diaspora with a focus on new musical trends. Music performances will take place at Navy Pier’s Lake Stage, Beer Garden, and Wave Wall with an array of artisan vendors. The LatiNxt Festival is curated by Future Rootz, a collective of Latinx musicians, artists,...
This historic parade is the second largest parade in the United States, and the largest black parade in the world. It's an important celebration of music, food, dance and laughter in the African American community. It marks the beginning of the school year, and over $25,000 in scholarships is awarded to applicants, and 100,000 school...