Family Guide
in Illinois
INDOOR PLAYGROUNDS + GYMS
Indoor options for kids (and adults) of all ages!
FREE DAYS AT CHICAGO MUSEUMS
Free Admission in 2023 just feels better.
MUSEUMS + NATURE CENTERS
The majority of these are free (or cheap) fun!
From venues to catering, entertainment to rentals, we've got all your kid party needs.
BIRTHDAY PARTY GUIDE
From venues to catering, entertainment to rentals, we've got all your kid party needs.
INDOOR WATERPARKS
Even when the weather isn't favorable, swimming is a year-round option at these indoor waterparks + pools.
TRAMPOLINE PARKS
Trampolines on the floors and walls to burn all that energy off.
BOWLING CENTERS
Strikes, spares, splits. It doesn't matter what you score, you're bowling for fun!
OPEN GYMS
Meant for toddlers - adults, many of these open gyms occur weekly.
8 GREAT STATE PARKS TO VISIT
Illinois State Parks are FREE! And these ones are worth the drive!
BEST CAMPGROUNDS
All within an easy drive, all with incredible features...
THEATRES + FINE ARTS CENTERS
Theatrical performances, musicals, operas, orchestras, art galleries, and more!
MUST-VISIT LIBRARIES
A free community resource that always packs a punch with daily activities and features!
PRESCHOOLS + DAYCARES
Full-time, part-time, before school, and after school options.
*DISCLAIMER: The Branch Moms Local either communicates directly with business owners and organizations or visits their respective websites listed on this page to curate the events and experiences we share with the community.
We rely on the validity of their websites and the insight of those we speak to so we can do our best to track which events and experiences will and will not be occurring. Understandably, it is impossible for our team to catch them all.