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Chicago
Looking for a way to turn Chicago into a giant game board? Urban Adventure Quest has created an interactive scavenger hunt that combines the fun of the Amazing Race with a three-hour sightseeing tour of Chicago. Guided from any smart phone, groups ... Read more
The excitement and charm of the Old West come alive at Donley's Wild West Town in Union, Illinois. Here you can experience life in the style of the Wild West where gunslingers have showdowns, and a narrow gauge train whistles past the Blacksmith's Shop, Print Shop, Jail, Saloon and Sweet Phyllis Gold Mine. Only 40 minutes from Chicago's O'Hare Airport in beautiful rural McHenry County, Illinois, Donley's Wild West Town is packed with activities for families. Other nearby attractions in Union include the Illinois Railway Museum, the McHenry County Historical Museum and a KOA Campground adj ... Read more
Hero Blast is a revolutionary non-gun laser tag game for all ages. Packed with features rarely found anywhere else! Great for Birthday Parties.
iFLY Indoor Skydiving is the perfect venue for birthday parties, corporate team building events, STEM Education Field Trips, as well as family and group outings. iFLY Indoor Skydiving is a vertical wind tunnel that creates a cushion of air allowing you to experience free fall skydiving without having to jump out of an airplane. No experience is necessary. Fun for the whole family, from ages 3 to 103 can fly! Create a memory and experience the thrill of flying. Also available Private Party Room, VIP Conference Room, and catering. For additional information and to book your event contact Margare ... Read more
Knights Action Park & Caribbean Water Adventure have long been Springfield's home for entertainment, excitement, and refreshing summer fun. Began as a golf driving range in 1952 by Golfing Pro George Knight, Sr., Knights Action Park has been a part of the Springfield area for over forty-five years. Today, Illinois favorite family fun park is home to water slides, batting cages, a fifty tee driving range, bumper boats, the classic Big Wheel, a giant wave pool, and much more. It is where the action is in central Illinois. Knights Action Park & Caribbean Water Adventure provide guests ... Read more
Indoor Family Attraction, geared towards children 3-12 years old. Attractions include; LEGO Miniland, Model Builder Workshop, LEGO Factory Tour, 4D Cinema, LEGO Rides, LEGO Shop, Cafe and much more!
Lost Island Waterpark is the largest waterpark in Iowa! Check out a tropical paradise in the heart of the Midwest with over 25 attractions, FREE parking, FREE tube rental, and delicious food. Ranked on TripAdvisor's Top Ten Waterparks in the U.S., Lost Island is a hidden treasure you have to see to believe.
Visit one of the largest water parks in Illinois located just off I-90 near Rockford, IL. Experience the Double Dare Drop 75 ft. Speed Slides, Tsunami Bay Wave Pool, Typhoon Terror Adventure Ride and the thrill a minute Splash Blaster Water Coaster Ride. Enter the dark tunnel of the Abyss for lots of twists and turns or relax on the 1,200 ft. Splash Magic River. Have tons of fun at Tiki Island where a 1,000 gallon pineapple water bucket spills to the delight of guests! Coolers welcome or grab lunch at Ocho's Cantina! Luxury cabanas available. Free Parking. $12 Buck Bargain Days Tuesday, Wednes ... Read more
Experience North America's most popular dinner attraction. See our electrifying show featuring heroic knights on magnificent horses displaying the astounding athletic feats and thrilling swordplay that have become hallmarks of this unique entertainme ... Read more
Six Flags Great America offers a variety of activities that the family can enjoy together with 14 world class roller coasters, three children's areas and a free 20-acre water park. New for 2013, igNIGHT - Grand Finale, a mesmerizing and immersive nighttime spectacle bursting with energy, brilliant visual effects, live singing and dancing, pyrotechnics, fireworks and pure imagination. The show will incorporate music from One Direction, Selena Gomez, Usher and many more. igNIGHT - Grand Finale debuts June 15. There are a variety of shows available on a daily basis all around the park! For a bo ... Read more
The #1 Rated "Escape Room" and the #1 Rated "Fun & Games" Attraction on TripAdvisor Chicago. You've probably spent countless hours in front of a screen watching a hero save the world, solve a mystery, plan a prison break or repair a spaceship to return home. Now it's your turn! We offer an escape from ordinary life that allows you to live the stories you love. Here's how it works: You and your team are locked in a room and have one hour to complete a mission and escape. Escaping will require teamwork, quick thinking, determination and a sense of urgency! From the moment ... Read more
Odyssey Fun Farm is Odyssey Fun World's Fall seasonal destination. Open from mid-Sept through the end of October, it boasts: 2 Corn Maizes, huge pumpkin patch, a giant pillow jumpy, hay rides, cow trains, corn cannons, petting zoo, hay maze/pyramid, ... Read more
Provision Theater Company burst onto the Chicago theater scene in March 2004 with the opening of Harry Chapin's off-Broadway smash hit Cotton Patch Gospel, which played to packed houses and unanimous critical praise from numerous publications, including: Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Reader and more. The production was also nominated for a Joseph Jefferson Award. Provision Theater Company followed that with two more Joseph Jefferson Award nominations for their critically-acclaimed production of A Christmas Carol. Other highly praised and Joseph Jefferson nominated productions inc ... Read more
Chicago
Looking for a way to turn Chicago into a giant game board? Urban Adventure Quest has created an interactive scavenger hunt that combines the fun of the Amazing Race with a three-hour sightseeing tour of Chicago. Guided from any smart phone, groups ... Read more
Canlan Ice Sports Romeoville is a 3-sheet ice facility featuring industry leading sport development programs, leagues, special events and birthday parties. It's the premier skating facility in Romeoville, IL located 45 minutes from downtown Chicago off of I-55 and Weber Rd. If you would like information on our facility, direction, employment opportunities or programs please contact us.
A two-time Gold Medal winner, the Carol Stream Park District offers a great variety of activities, events and sports for all ages. Visit us at www.csparks.org or call 630-784-6100 for a free activity guide. Visit our free most popular events: Earth Day Festival, April 21. JustPlay 2012, May 19 and 20; CSBarks Dog Festival, September 15. The park district's Simkus Recreation Center is located at 849 W. Lies Road. Coral Cove Water Park is at the same address. Coyote Crossing Mini Golf is at 27W650 North Ave., West Chicago.
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We provide opportunities for families to get involved in hands-on community service projects that help people, animals, and the environment.
Go Ape is a highly interactive outdoor adventure course featuring zip lines and awesome treetop obstacles. Treetop Adventure is suited for ages 10+ and Treetop Junior (where available) is suited for all ages. Additional weight, height, and adult supe ... Read more
The Highland Parks & Recreation Department has so much to offer! We have nine parks, programs for all ages, and the Korte Recreation Center which includes a mini-indoor water park, gymnasium, fitness center, and indoor walking track. We have something for everyone's health, fitness, and recreation needs!
Hoffman Estates
The Hoffman Estates Park District proudly offers first-class parks, facilities, programs, and services to meet the needs of a diverse and dynamic population. The award-winning district serves a community of more than 50,000 with two community centers, a premier 18-hole golf course, state-of-the-art fitness center, twin ice arenas, youth and adult athletics, family aquatic center, child care and child enrichment programs, and 69 parks. We offer birthday party packages, summer camps, and much more.
Just for Fun Roller Rinks is your community skating rink, offering 2 roller skating locations, skating lessons and space for birthday and private skating parties. With more than 20 years of experience providing an arena for family fun and entertainment, we are one of the area's premier venues for fun, providing a safe environment for everyone.
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Unicoi Art Studio has been providing exceptional art activities for kids since 1999. We were voted the best art classes in the city for 2008 and 2009, by the parents of Chicago (Nickelodeon's Parents Picks Award). Our mission is to 'draw' out the ... Read more
Watch Ya' Mouth Throwdown Edition is the evolution of the original, wildly popular, hilarious Watch Ya' Mouth game. Rather than just speak phrases, players now go head-to-head with hilarious and challenging tasks - while wearing mouthpieces. Throwdown Edition takes competition - and laughter - to the next level and builds on the multigenerational gaming phenomena. Throwdown Edition has already been Awarded Top Holiday Toy of 2017 by Toy Insider & selected for the 2017 Amazon Holiday Toy List.
Welcome to Fun Spot! Enjoy the best that Roller Skating has to offer. * Always Adult Supervision. * Computer Controlled Lights and Sound * A REAL Maple Wood Skating Floor. * Great Snack Bar Food and Drinks * The Vault Laser Maze Conquest * Cool Special Events * Full Service Pro Shop * Award Winning Birthday Parties * Roller Skating Rink of the Year in 2000
Go Bananas offers Chicagoland's most affordable, safe, clean, indoor family fun. Ride on our 6 kid sized rides. Climb on our four level climbing maze. Win prize tickets redeemable for great toys. Enjoy fresh, hot pizza, wings and much more in our dinner. And of course experience KIDS FAVORITE BIRTHDAY PARTIES in our huge party room, or request a private party room. Admission is always free and Parents ride for free with their kids.
Gurnee
Kidzfunland is unique and a brand new concept in indoor playgrounds! It's innovative and imaginative! Be wowed by bright and colorful soft play equipment and toys! Clean and safe, it's an exciting environment for the whole family! It's truly interactive play for kids and parents, not just parents sitting and watching their children! Kidzfunland is stimulating and entertaining!
At Kohl Children's Museum, we know that birthday parties are a big deal! There's no better way to make the day special than by hosting a Museum birthday party. Your child and all of your guests will have a great time. And since the Museum provides al ... Read more
Odyssey Fun World is "Your Place for out of this world Family Fun!" Odyssey is the premier destination for Birthday Parties, Group Events, Field Trips and Everything FUN! Featuring: 2 Go Kart Tracks, Zip-Lines, Speed Boats, 2 - 18 Hole Mini Golf Courses, Bumper Boats, Laser Tag, 3 Indoor Rides (Roller Coaster, Ferris Wheel, and Bumper Cars), Outdoor Inflatable Kidz Park, Gamer's Lounge (Xbox 360 and Wii), a 4-story soft-playland PLUS 200+ Arcade and Prize Redemption Games! Chipper's Cafe features a variety of food for all ages, from Pizza, to wings and salads, there is something to p ... Read more
Odyssey Fun World is "Your Place for out of this world Family Fun!" Odyssey is the premier destination for Birthday Parties, Group Events, Field Trips and Everything FUN! Featuring: 2 Paintball Fields, Laser Tag, 3 Indoor Rides (Frog Hopper, Dizzy Clown Tea Cups, and Bumper Cars), Outdoor Inflatable Kidz Park, a 4-story soft-playland PLUS 200+ Arcade and Prize Redemption Games! Chipper's Cafe features a variety of food for all ages, from Pizza, to wings and salads, there is something to please any palate. Located right off I-65 and Rt 59 in Naperville. Open 7 days a week Memorial Day ... Read more
Our distinctive 40,000 square foot dining and entertainment venues feature a bistro with exceptional Italian/American cuisine and wine; bowling and bocce; a year-round outdoor patio and fire pit; and event space/party rooms accommodating 20-600 people. Enjoy lunch or dinner, private parties, weekend live blues and jazz, wine dinners, mom & tot play dates, clubs and leagues and other exciting promotions.
Our distinctive 40,000 square foot dining and entertainment venues feature a bistro with exceptional Italian/American cuisine and wine; bowling and bocce; a year-round outdoor patio and fire pit; and event space/party rooms accommodating 20-600 people. Enjoy lunch or dinner, private parties, weekend live blues and jazz, wine dinners, mom & tot play dates, clubs and leagues and other exciting promotions.
Our distinctive 40,000 square foot dining and entertainment venues feature a bistro with exceptional Italian/American cuisine and wine; bowling and bocce; a year-round outdoor patio and fire pit; and event space/party rooms accommodating 20-600 people. Enjoy lunch or dinner, private parties, weekend live blues and jazz, wine dinners, mom & tot play dates, clubs and leagues and other exciting promotions.
At Pump It Up of Chicago we love entertaining kids! We are not just for birthday parties; we host public events like Open Jump and Seasonal Celebrations and offer field trips and team building too. Our Kid's Birthday Parties are 100% private and the ... Read more
Hunt down the Tiger Terror Roller Coaster - the largest indoor roller coaster in Illinois! Or discover other jungle adventures including the Safari Speedway Go Karts and Snake Pit Bumper Cars. Other exciting journeys await kids of all ages aboard the Tilt-A-Whirl and MaxFlight Simulator or the Lion's Den Merry-Go-Round!
Fun for the entire family. We offer the ultimate in fun and recreation for the entire family, from toddlers through grandparents. Enjoy the outdoors - our fleet of unique vehicles offer unparalleled outdoor recreation for sightseeing, people watching and a touch of exercise that will enhance any leisure time experience.
There is more to see and do at Brookfield Zoo than you can squeeze into a single visit. If you take a little time to plan your day, you can make sure you fit in the animals, exhibits and activities that you're most excited about. Start by reading our tips for your visit or print out a Zoo Map here. Then check out the zoos hours, and our list of Things to Do, including Dolphin Presentations, Stingray Bay, Zoo Chats, and Wild Encounters. Next, spend some time looking over the map of the zoo and the Exhibit and Animal Guide to figure out which animals and exhibits you're wild to see. Your a ... Read more
The amazing Discovery Center Museum is full of over 250 exciting hands-on exhibits spread over a two-floor area. Out in the museum's backyard, visitors can explore Rock River Discovery Park, a giant, multi-level science park with a hands-on twist! Th ... Read more
The Henson Robinson Zoo began as just a dream of a prominent Springfield citizen by the name of Henson C. Robinson. In 1967, a tract of land was donated to the Springfield Park District by the city of Springfield to fulfill his dream. Construction of the zoo began in 1968 and on August 29, 1970, the Henson Robinson Zoo was officially opened. Over the years, the zoo has grown and expanded with the addition of several new animals as well as exhibits. The zoo is now home to more than 300 animals native to Australia, Africa, Asia and North and South America. Over 90 species of native and exoti ... Read more
The Children's Museum in Oak Lawn has two floors of hands-on exhibits that will spark the imagination and play of every guest! Come check out all that the museum has to offer including Moo Cafe, Dream a Dream Theatre, Friendly Market, and so much more!
Volo Auto Museum is not just for car lovers or men, its fun for the whole family! 36 acres, mostly all indoors and includes fifty thousand square feet of antiques and gifts, a life like military combat zone, Betty's Diner featuring decor which includes Elvis Presley's autographed guitar, PeeWee Hermans and more. Plus over 300 restored collector automobiles from the early teens through today. The largest collection of famous Hollywood TV and movie cars like the Batmobile, Ecto 1 from Ghostbusters and numerous others. New fro 2013 is the Cars in Wonderland Exhibit; it has all your favorite c ... Read more
Celebrate your child's special day with captivating, age-appropriate games and fun activities, rides, songs, puppets and more. Your family and guests will enjoy exclusive use of our entire facility. Just pick a date, and well help with everything fro ... Read more
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