{"id":2415419,"date":"2026-05-13T19:09:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T19:09:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2415419"},"modified":"2026-05-13T19:09:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T19:09:21","slug":"weekend-events-for-kids-and-families-in-chicagoland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/weekend-events-for-kids-and-families-in-chicagoland\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend events for kids and families in Chicagoland"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">6:30 p.m. May 15-10 a.m. May 16<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>Pitch a tent, roast marshmallows, sing songs around a campfire and enjoy nighttime activities followed by an outdoor breakfast. Tents, campfire supplies and food are provided, and a supply list will be emailed before the event. For families with children ages 6 and up; advanced registration is required.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-wisiwig-bulleted-list=\"true\" class=\"ml_[40px] mb_1.5em list-type_disc\">\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Address:<\/strong><\/span><span> 4650 Brummel St., Skokie<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Cost:<\/strong><\/span><span> $27 resident; $33 non-resident<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Age fit:<\/strong><\/span><span> 6 and up<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Indoor\/outdoor:<\/strong><\/span><span> Outdoor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Parking:<\/strong><\/span><span> Ample free parking on site<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Accessibility:<\/strong><\/span><span> Paved paths are stroller-friendly except the path around Kessem Pond; indoor nature center with bathrooms available; no specific sensory hours listed, so families with specific needs should contact the nature center directly<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>See more <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" data-wisiwig-link=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagoparent.com\/things-to-do\/calendar#\/show?search=labels%3ANorthNorthwestSuburbs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\" class=\"text_$sec cursor_pointer transition-prop_color duration_$fast ease_east-out hover:text_$sec_D hover:duration_$fast hover:ease_east-out hover:transition-prop_color\"><span><u>North Suburbs family events here<\/u><\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-wisiwig-h3=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_subtitle1 mb_$subtitle1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Western Suburbs:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">11 a.m.-3 p.m. May 16<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>Stop by the Glenside Library to meet, pet and feed goats, bunnies, sheep and chickens from Zoos Are Us, Inc. Weather permitting.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-wisiwig-bulleted-list=\"true\" class=\"ml_[40px] mb_1.5em list-type_disc\">\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Address:<\/strong><\/span><span> 25 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Cost:<\/strong><\/span><span> Free<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Age fit:<\/strong><\/span><span> All ages<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Indoor\/outdoor:<\/strong><\/span><span> Outdoor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Parking:<\/strong><\/span><span> Ample free parking on site with accessible parking near the entrance<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Accessibility:<\/strong><\/span><span> ADA-compliant main entrance with no steps or stairs; ADA-compliant restroom; no specific sensory hours listed, so families with specific needs should contact the library directly<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 16-17<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>Cheer on young racers ages 7 and up as they zip down the track in gravity-powered soapbox cars at this outdoor rally race. Morning races start at 9 a.m. and afternoon races start at 1 p.m. Kids who want to race can reserve a car at no cost by contacting Stan Iglehart at 630-841-8832 at least one week in advance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-wisiwig-bulleted-list=\"true\" class=\"ml_[40px] mb_1.5em list-type_disc\">\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Address:<\/strong><\/span><span> 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Cost:<\/strong><\/span><span> $10 per race for first-time Chicago racers; free to watch<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Age fit:<\/strong><\/span><span> 7 and up<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Indoor\/outdoor:<\/strong><\/span><span> Outdoor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>See more <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" data-wisiwig-link=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagoparent.com\/things-to-do\/calendar#\/show?search=labels%3AWesternSuburbs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\" class=\"text_$sec cursor_pointer transition-prop_color duration_$fast ease_east-out hover:text_$sec_D hover:duration_$fast hover:ease_east-out hover:transition-prop_color\"><span><u>Western Suburbs family events here<\/u><\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-wisiwig-h3=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_subtitle1 mb_$subtitle1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">South Suburbs:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">7-8 p.m. May 15<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>Gamers in grades 6-12 can put their video game knowledge to the test in this Kahoot! trivia challenge at the Tinley Park Public Library and compete for a small prize. Sign-up is required.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-wisiwig-bulleted-list=\"true\" class=\"ml_[40px] mb_1.5em list-type_disc\">\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Address:<\/strong><\/span><span> 7851 Timber Dr., Tinley Park<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Cost:<\/strong><\/span><span> Free<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Age fit:<\/strong><\/span><span> Grades 6-12<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Indoor\/outdoor:<\/strong><\/span><span> Indoor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Parking:<\/strong><\/span><span> Free on-site lot with accessible parking near the entrance<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Accessibility:<\/strong><\/span><span> ADA accommodations available; the library can be contacted at 708-532-0160 ext. 3 at least 10 working days before an event for any disability accommodations; no specific sensory hours listed<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">1-2 p.m. May 16<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>Meet snakes, lizards, birds and mammals from Mexico, Ecuador, Brazil and beyond at this live animal program from Animal Quest at the Lockport Branch of the White Oak Library. Kids will love getting up close with the furry, scaled and feathered friends while handlers share fun facts. Registration is required for all members of your party and adults must stay engaged with their child throughout the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-wisiwig-bulleted-list=\"true\" class=\"ml_[40px] mb_1.5em list-type_disc\">\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Address:<\/strong><\/span><span> 121 E. 8th St., Lockport<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Cost:<\/strong><\/span><span> Free<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Age fit:<\/strong><\/span><span> All ages<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Indoor\/outdoor:<\/strong><\/span><span> Indoor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Parking:<\/strong><\/span><span> Free dedicated library lot directly across the street with about 38 spaces; free street parking also available nearby<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-wisiwig-list-item=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1\">\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span><strong style=\"font-weight:bold\">Accessibility:<\/strong><\/span><span> ADA compliant with accessible entrances, an elevator and ADA-compliant restrooms on each floor; no specific sensory hours listed, so families with specific needs should contact the library directly<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-wisiwig-body1=\"true\" class=\"txtStyle_body1 mb_$body1\"><span>See more <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" data-wisiwig-link=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagoparent.com\/things-to-do\/calendar#\/show?search=labels%3ASouthSuburbs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\" class=\"text_$sec cursor_pointer transition-prop_color duration_$fast ease_east-out hover:text_$sec_D hover:duration_$fast hover:ease_east-out hover:transition-prop_color\"><span><u>South Suburbs family events here<\/u><\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.chicagoparent.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>6:30 p.m. May 15-10 a.m. May 16 Pitch a tent, roast marshmallows, sing songs around a campfire and enjoy nighttime activities followed by an outdoor breakfast. Tents, campfire supplies and food are provided, and a supply list will be emailed before the event. For families with children ages 6 and up; advanced registration is required. 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