The best sledding hills in Chicago
Don't forget your snow pants and mittens!
Kids
Family-friendly things to do with kids in and around Chicago
Things to do outdoors this winter in Chicago
A blanket of fresh snow won't stop most locals from finding amazing things to do outside in Chicago.
The all-time best things to do in Chicago with kids
We have the inside scoop on can't-miss museums, play-friendly parks and Chicago mainstays that welcome little ones with open arms.
These Chicago restaurants offer tasty kids meals to go
These Chicago restaurants are coming to the rescue with gourmet kids meals that make dinnertime a breeze.
10 ways to keep Chicago kids busy at home and reclaim your sanity
We will never again underestimate the struggle that is being a parent.
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Museum of Science and Industry
Interactivity is the name of the game at this fun and family-friendly museum
Beginner's Art Studio at Wonder Works
Kiddos can explore their artistic sides at Oak Park's creative children's museum
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
Hiking trails for the whole family
Explore great hiking trails, all within a few hours' drive
Top children’s museums
Get your play on!
Art classes for kids
Channel your kids' artistic energy off of your walls and into a less damaging direction at these art classes
Toy stores in Chicago
These well curated shops often have fun displays for hands-on playing.
Chicago parent survival guide
Places to get kids’ haircuts in Chicago
Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame
Watch Barack and Michelle Obama read a children’s book
Let the Obamas handle storytime tonight.
Places to get kids’ haircuts in Chicago
Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame
Places to get kids’ haircuts in Chicago
Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame
Watch Barack and Michelle Obama read a children’s book
Let the Obamas handle storytime tonight.
Kid-approved eats at Time Out Market Chicago
There's plenty here for young diners to devour, too.
Story Time with Drag Queens puts a new face on kid lit
“A lot of them, I have found, don’t even see gender with us. A lot of them just call us ‘princesses.'"
25 reasons why Chicago is the best city to raise kids
Don't move to the suburbs until you read this list