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Family-friendly things to do with kids in and around Chicago

The best things to do with the kids in Chicago in May
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The best things to do with the kids in Chicago in May

Don’t keep them cooped up any longer

Chicago summer camp guide
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Chicago summer camp guide

Chicago summer camps are a win-win for the whole family

The best things to do with kids on and around the 606
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The best things to do with kids on and around the 606

While the 606 is a beloved stretch for Chicago’s runners and bikers, it’s also a haven for the city’s smallest set. With a car-free place to toddle, plenty of parks and playgrounds to monkey around in, and tons of programming for the whole family, the Chicago park space is a little one’s dream. Here are some of the kid-friendly highlights of the Bloomingdale Trail.  RECOMMENDED: Our complete guide to the 606

Chicago's top children's museums
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Chicago's top children's museums

When the weather turns too cold, hot or rainy, and your kid has played with every toy at your local indoor playground—twice—a children's museum can be a savior

12 kid-friendly tours in Chicago
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12 kid-friendly tours in Chicago

There’s something for every age range

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Museum of Science and Industry
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Museum of Science and Industry

Interactivity is the name of the game at this fun and family-friendly museum

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Beginner's Art Studio at Wonder Works
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Beginner's Art Studio at Wonder Works

Kiddos can explore their artistic sides at Oak Park's creative children's museum

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Chicago History Museum

Chicago History Museum

Discover Chicago's storied history at this Lincoln Park museum

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Martial Arts Training Temple

Martial Arts Training Temple

Get one month of Shaolin Kung-Fu for only $55 at Martial Arts Training Temple

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Best spots to play

Top children's museums
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Top children's museums

Check out these top spots for hands-on learning disguised as play

Art classes for kids
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Art classes for kids

Channel your kids' artistic energy off of your walls and into a less damaging direction at these art classes

The best toy stores in Chicago
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The best toy stores in Chicago

These well curated shops often have fun displays for hands-on playing

Best indoor playgrounds
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Best indoor playgrounds

Got cabin fever? Let your kids run wild in these play spaces.

Chicago parent survival guide

The best birthday party ideas for kids
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The best birthday party ideas for kids

Move over, pool parties. We've got better ideas.

25 reasons why Chicago is the best city to raise kids
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25 reasons why Chicago is the best city to raise kids

Don't move to the suburbs until you read this list

The best Chicago gyms with childcare
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The best Chicago gyms with childcare

Parents, you're out of excuses to skip a workout when you're a member of these gyms

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Best party supply stores in Chicago
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Best party supply stores in Chicago

When you're done scouring Pinterest, take your list to one of these local party supply stores

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Places to get kids' haircuts in Chicago
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Places to get kids' haircuts in Chicago

Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame

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