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  • Trick-or-Treat Southport

    Southport Corridor 3500 N. Southport Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Trick or Treat on Southport features family-friendly activities, craft beer, a pumpkin patch, inflatables, music and trick-or-treating (while supplies last) at local businesses.

    Free
  • view of center hall in Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

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

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "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...

    Free
  • the moon obscured by clouds

    Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade

    Northalsted Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Northalsted, Chicago's beloved gayborhood, goes all out for Halloween. With creative costumes, dancing, spirited dance, and more, this is the right place to be on Halloween!

    Free

  • Girl playing with water device

    FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry

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

    The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online, and the discount is applied at checkout. 

    Free
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    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
  • balcony view of food hall

    Kids Jam with Ms. Dawn Marie

    Time Out Market 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago

    Join a family-favorite musician, Dawn Marie,  in singing kids songs! This class is geared towards kids 6 & under.

    Free
  • view of center hall in Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

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

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "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...

    Free
  • view of center hall in Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

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

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "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...

    Free
  • balcony view of food hall

    Kids Jam with Ms. Dawn Marie

    Time Out Market 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago

    Join a family-favorite musician, Dawn Marie,  in singing kids songs! This class is geared towards kids 6 & under.

    Free

  • Reels at the Rialto: Miracle on 34th Street

    Rialto Theater 102 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432, Joliet, IL, United States

    See the classic movie at the historic theater in Joliet! Tickets are $5 each, and will be available day-of at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. All seating is General Admission—first come, first serve. Cash and credit will be accepted for payment. Bar and concessions will be available for purchase. Tonights' Show: Miracle on 34th...

    $5
  • view of center hall in Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

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

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "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...

    Free
  • letters that say story time

    Character Storytime: Anna

    Time Out Market 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago

    Bring your kids to a character storytime featuring Anna from Frozen! After 30 minutes of reading, Anna will meet and take photos with the kids.

    Free

  • Low-Sensory Morning

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

    "Explore the Museum in a less crowded and more sensory-friendly environment before the Museum opens to the general public. Low-Sensory Mornings provide exclusive early access to MSI from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., allowing you to explore with exhibits with modified lighting and sound. Your tickets also include Museum Entry for rest of the day, with...

    $6.50
  • open main hall of Field Museum with Maximo Dinosaur

    Dino Detectives

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

    "Attention junior detectives! Through imaginative play, hands-on discovery, storytime sessions, and exhibit exploration, your junior detective will engage in exciting mesozoic mysteries that get them well on their way to becoming a roaring dino expert! All PlayLab programs are available to children ages 3-5 years old. To participate, children must be accompanied by a caregiver...

    $30 – $40
  • letters that say story time

    Story Time at the Field Museum

    In a partnership with the Chicago Public Library, the Field Museum is hosting storytime for kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.        

    included
  • vintage train with christmas lights

    Happy Holiday Railway

    Illinois Railway Museum 7000 Olson Rd, Union, United States

    "Embark on a magical 40 minute train ride through the winter countryside with Santa Claus himself! Enjoy a 40-minute train ride for the whole family See and visit with Santa Claus on the train Treats and hot chocolate will be served New for 2023: an animated light show and holiday song presentation entertaining you during your...

    $25
  • christmas lights at night

    Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo

    Brookfield Zoo 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL, United States

    Brookfield Zoo is covered in two million twinkling lights! Plus: Interactive Displays and Lights: •Holiday Magic Photo Ops: Giant Animals, Tunnel Light Show, Walkthrough Displays & so much more! •Dance Party at Polar Plaza •Letters to Santa and Animals Entertainment from 5-8 p.m.  •North Pole at The Pavilions featuring: •Those Funny Little People •Juggling Elves...

    Included in admission
  • christmas lights at night

    Kohlights

    Kohl Children's Museum 2100 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL

    Kohlights is a winter light exhibition geared towards younger kids. Kids can play with the hues, patterns, and more in this interactive light display!

    $22 – $37