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Fall is around the corner, which means time to do all things Fall Fun like apple picking!  Lucky for us, there are many wonderful apple orchards near Chicago that allow y ... more

A hidden gem in the heart of the city, Lurie Garden in Millennium Park, is literally an urban oasis! Its ecology and landscape design makes you forget that you are in the midd ... more

The Family Fun Festival at Millennium Park is FREE Family Fun all summer long! It is a great escape from the blistering heat as all events take place inside the cool tent. Tak ... more

Chicago's Lake Michigan offers miles of beaches for residents and visitors.  Not only is there swimming but lots of other activities as well such as sailing and biking wi ... more

With Mother’s Day around the corner, some mamas are looking to indulge in a manicure/pedicure with their little girls. The experience can be fun and give you some time to bond ... more

Kickstart Chicago’s spring with some family fun.  Spring in Chicago can be unpredictable but family fun doesn’t have to be.  The city is known for its list of amazin ... more

Winter has arrived in Chicago with cold weather and chilling winds.  Yes, this does not sound like a pleasant description but there are many ways to enjoy long Chicago wi ... more

Throw on a warm cozy sweater, grab the kiddos and head out to one of these fun Fall Harvest Festivals.  Enjoy apple pies, pumpkins, family activities, hay rides, contests ... more

The Chicago Park District has been bringing movies to the parks for sixteen years making summertime in Chicago even more special. Grab a blanket and picnic dinner and head ove ... more

With summer in full swing, it is time to get outside and enjoy all the greenery and nature that Chicago has to offer. With long Chicago winters, you don’t want to miss the opp ... more