• Bubble Bash

    DuPage Children's Museum 301 N Washington St, Naperville, IL, United States

    "Spend time together creating lasting memories, taking part in special activities, grooving to good music, exploring the Museum’s hands-on exhibits, and counting down with confetti, bubbles, and more! This annual year-end celebration, now in its 21st year, has become a holiday tradition."- From the DuPage Children's Museum Website

  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "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...

    Free
  • Morning Glories

    Morning Glories
    Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...

    Free
  • Best Day Ever Blackhawks Game

    United Center 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Day games with an emphasis on youth! They will have special activities to inspire younger generations to love hocky. Blackhawks vs. Flames

    $49
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "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...

    Free
  • Morning Glories

    Morning Glories
    Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...

    Free
  • Family Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art

    Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Family Days at the MCA are free for families and contain special workshops and activities designed for kids. Today's theme is: "In January, artists A. Martinez and Gaby Martinez take over the MCA with their collaborative quilt making inspired by Faith Ringgold. Additionally, musician Ben LaMar Gay performs for families to interact with his music, and KIDO Chicago, the award-winning...

    Free
  • Black Creativity Family Day

    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

    "Black Creativity kicks off annually in mid-January with Family Day. Families can participate in a day of community art experience, engage in creative activities, and explore the Juried Art Exhibition." -MSI Website  Price is Included with Museum Entry

    Included in Museum Entry
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "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...

    Free
  • PlayLab Playdate: MLK Junior Day Storytime

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6-year-olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime session for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Hang out in the PlayLab for this interactive read aloud and corresponding craft activities. The featured book will be I am Brave: A Little Book about Martin Luther King, Jr. by Brad Meltzer. PlayLab PlayDates are...

    Free
  • Morning Glories

    Morning Glories
    Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...

    Free
  • Dozin’ with the Dinos

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Spend the night with dinosaurs, Egyptian mummies, and more when you sleepover at the Field Museum! This is a dream come true for kids, and not only will they get tos their favorite exhibits in their pajamas, but they will get to do hands-on science activities, like dissecting owl pellets and learning the steps of...

    $85
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "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...

    Free
  • PlayLab Playdate: Make Your Own Snow

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6 year olds are invited to a free, drop-in snowmaking session. Hang out in the PlayLab for this interactive science and craft experiment featuring make-and-take snow! PlayLab PlayDates are free to museum guests, don't require pre-registration, and take place on IL Resident Free Days!"-From the Field Museum Website

    Free
  • Morning Glories

    Morning Glories
    Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...

    Free
  • Winter Wonderland Free Event

    Rauner Family YMCA 2700 S. Western, Chicago, IL, United States

    Come to this FREE Family Event with flu vaccines and free blood pressure checks! There will be: Wikki Stix and Sticker Crafts A Winter Themed Book Giveaway Face Painting A Life DJ Hot Apple Cider Popcorn and More!

    Free
  • Winter Wonderland Free Event

    Eat to Live Urban Farm 609 E. 67th Street, Chicago, IL, United States

    Come to this FREE Family Event with flu vaccines and free blood pressure checks! There will be: Wikki Stix and Sticker Crafts A Winter Themed Book Giveaway Face Painting A Life DJ Hot Apple Cider Popcorn and More!

  • Science Snoozeum

    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

    Isn't it every kids dream to sleep in a museum? Well, you can! And the Museum of Science and Industry is one of the best museums out there. Snoozeums are for children ages 6-12 and their adult (18+) chaperones (one required for every five children). The per-person fee includes overnight admission with parking, hands-on science...

    $85