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HOT HAPPENINGS
Bari Koral Family Rock Band Concert
Wonder!
February 18
On of the country's hottest bands is coming to the Chicago area to celebrate their latest album. Rock out with them at Wonder! Read more
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Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players
Christian Heritage Academy
February 11
Local favorite Justin Roberts performs a special concert to benefit Kohl Children's Museum. Read more
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Ice Skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Navy Pier
Through March 11
Skate under the lights of the city at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink at Millennium Park. Skating is free and skate rentals are available. Read more
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Spotlight Event
Summer Camp at Studio BE
Studio BE announces 4th season of their themed Performing Arts Summer Day Camp, "Summer of Sondheim". Participate in a fantastic summer experience for learner ages 7-12 or 13-18 at only $240/week and $150/week. Sweeney Todd and Into The Woods are the cornerstone productions featured in 2012!
2-Week, 3-Week, and 4-Week camps available. Act, dance, sing... and everyone gets a part!
Learn more.
2012 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
Chicago and Suburbs Best Camp Guide
Use our 2012 Summer Camp Guide to find the best camp for your kids! Find sports camps, art camps, theater camps, overnight camps and more.
And click here to watch our founder Sue Zeiler talking on Windy City Live about some great options.
Visit the Camp Guide....
NEWS YOU CAN USE
 January 11, 2012
2012 Museum Free Days
Most museums off free days to the general public or to Illinois residents. Check this list to see when your favorite destinations have free admission. Learn more..
 January 9, 2012
Events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
School is out on January 16 to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here are some suggestions for related activities that your family can enjoy. Learn more..
 January 4, 2012
Free Outdoor Winter Fun
There are lots of great free activities taking place outdoors this winter in the city and in the suburbs. Here are a few suggestions for your family to enjoy. Learn more..
 December 4, 2011
Winter Camps 2011
Find a great activity for your little ones while school it out. Learn more..
 November 30, 2011
Eating with Santa - Breakfasts, Brunches and Lunches
Find a place for your family to sit down for a meal and more with Santa Claus this holiday season. Learn more..
 November 27, 2011
Family Holiday Theater
This holiday season, take your family to one of the many great holiday theater productions taking place. Learn more..
 November 22, 2011
Thanksgiving Weekend Fun
If you're in Chicago over Thanksgiving weekend, there are plenty of Thanksgiving, holiday and other events for you to enjoy with your whole family. Learn more..
 November 15, 2011
Goodnight Moon the Musical
Kids will delight in this classic story brought to life! This time, the story isn't so much about going to sleep as it is about a little bunny who wants to do everything BUT sleep. Learn more..
 November 9, 2011
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Fully Charged
Our family's first real circus experience was truly electrifying! Ringling Bros.' newest show is packed with highly charged, superhuman stunts and thrills, and the energy was through the roof. Learn more..
 October 24, 2011
Shrek The Musical
Check out the musical version of this fun fairy tale story about a swamp-dwelling ogre who goes on a life-changing adventure to reclaim the deed to his land. Learn more..
 October 16, 2011
2011 Halloween Weekend Activities
Make plans now for Halloween weekend! We've highlighted some of our picks for Halloween fun for kids of all ages. Learn more..
 September 30, 2011
Jumpstart's Read for the Record - Join our Pajama Party
ChicagoKids.com and Building Blocks Toy Store are having a Pajama Party to celebrate Jumpstart's national Read for the Record event on October 6. Learn more..
 September 24, 2011
Interview with the director of Dolphin Tale
I sat down with Charles Martin Smith to find out what it was like to direct this movie about a dolphin with a prosthetic tale, which stars the inspirational dolphin herself. Learn more..
 September 19, 2011
Babies Tots n' More Consignment Event
Save money or make money by either shopping or consigning at this premier consignment event, which will be stocked with apparel, toys, gear and more. Learn more..
 September 14, 2011
Kids Science Labs Opens in Lincoln Park
Take your budding mad scientist over to Kids Science Labs for science classes that are fun and engaging, and build creativity, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Learn more..
 September 5, 2011
Midnight Circus at Circus in the Parks
Enjoy a high-flying assortment of acrobats, aerialists, clowns, contortionists and even a dog at six Chicago parks in September and October. Learn more..
 August 24, 2011
ChicagoKids.com to sponsor Beat Kitchen Concerts for Kids Series
We're proud to once again sponsor this fantastic kids concert series, which kicks off with a Fall Fest on September 11 featuring some of the area's top kids entertainment. Learn more..
 August 15, 2011
Chicago Air & Water Show - An Inside Scoop for Families
This is one of Chicago's best summer events, and we've got the inside scoop on enjoying it with your family. Learn more..
 August 10, 2011
End of Summer Top 5 To Do List
If you're still working your way through your summer bucket list, make sure you don't leave off these 5 fabulous summer events. Time's running out..... Learn more..
 August 10, 2011
Comic Con Kid's Day
Comic Book Fans fo all ages are invited to Kid's Day, where kids can enter the costume contest, get their faces painted, make their own super costumes, learn how to draw and write their own comic books, taking pictures with their favorite superheroes and more. Learn more..
 August 3, 2011
Little Beans Concerts Series
Celebrate Little Beans new outdoor deck and ice cream parlor with a concert series featuring top local performers, BBQ and ice cream. Learn more..
 July 24, 2011
The Adventures of Pinocchio
Chicago Shakespeare Theater takes on Pinocchio, in an slightly dark but engaging performance that parents will love as much as kids. Read our review..
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EXPLORE CHICAGOKIDS.COM
ChicagoKids.com is an online resource for parents in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. We make it easy for you to find fun places to go and things to do with your kids. Find fun family events in our Calendar of Events, find a great family destination in our Places to Go section, find special offers in our Coupons & Deals section, and use our Resource Guide to find kids classes, shopping, a kids party guide and more.
Children's Theater Guide
Local theater productions for kids
There are many Chicago children's theater productions that are perfect for kids and their families. Check out our Chicago children's theater listings page for info on current and upcoming shows.
Chicago Children's Party Guide
A guide to children's party resources, locations and supplies
Planning a child's birthday party can be a major event - make sure it doesn't become a major headache! Use our party guide to find all of your party needs, including entertainers, venues, supplies and more.
What's Hot
Our monthly picks for fun family events
Get the scoop on the hottest Chicago family and children's events and activities! We're highlighting fun events every month so that you can keep up with the best family activities that Chicago has to offer.
Resource Guide
Chicago Family Resources
Our resource guide is packed with information on the best Chicago kids shopping and services, classes and activities, children's parties, camps and more. We've compiled some great resources, including family and children's guides to Chicago and Chicago party planning information.
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