Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events in Chicago, United States

Get ready to run, Chicago! The Bucktown 5K and Kids' Run returns on October 5, 2025, for another memorable run through one of Chicago's trendiest neighborhoods. Soak in the sights as you experience the vintage architecture and artistic vibes of Bucktown by foot. From ..

Get into the holiday spirit with the Santa Hustle Race Series! Join us in a fun and festive run that will make your season bright, whether you're running a 5K, or the Kids Dash. Each participant receives a cozy Santa hat, beard, and an exclusive Santa Hustle finisher ..

Classical Blast, a regional touring rock band from the Chicago area, explores a darker side of Christmas in their popular holiday concert series, "Dark Side of the Yule," which melds Christmas and Classic Rock music. Featuring music by bands like Pink Floyd, Metallic ..

Blue Island Beer Co. and our new neighbors Retroz Pizza proudly present an electrifying night of Lucha Libre wrestling, featuring the incredible Galli Lucha Libre! Experience the thrill of masked luchadores soaring through the air and battling for glory in our ring. ..

Ultimate Combat Gauntlet invites you to UGC 3 - Ultimate Kombat on September 20, 2024, for our third thrilling event at Magoos, located at 6550 S Menard Ave in Bedford Park, IL. Join us for five electrifying matches that promise to deliver the best in local, indep ..

One of Chicago's greatest events is back for a third incredible year - Pullman Railroad Days: People, Progress and Innovation. Don't miss your chance to see these historic railcars inside and out as you explore Pullman's rich railroad heritage from so many intriguing ..

After winning the Central Division in 2021 and 2022, the Chicago Union conceded the title in 2023 to their division rivals, the Minnesota Wind Chill. Now the Union have moved to a new location for their home games and host the Wind Chill for their 2024 home opener on ..

YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE OF CHICAGO presents LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET May 11-June 2 @ The Greenhouse Theater Center Ages 4+. Info and tix: yptchi.org CHICAGO - Following the joyous season-launching production of "Junie B. Jones" and the Chicago Premiere of ..

Our annual Easter Party is a family favorite! Bring the kids down and enjoy free Easter Train rides on the commuter concourse adjacent to the Market, visit with The Easter Bunny for a free picture and a goodie, hunt around the market for hanging eggs where vendors wi ..

Celebrate springtime at the zoo. New this year: six distinct egg hunt zones with different difficulty levels, terrain, and potential animal sightings. Find the perfect fit for your family and enjoy an ongoing egg hunt at your own pace instead of a ready-set-go format ..

Ho Ho Ho He's Back! Santa will be at the market from 11AM-2PM so bring the kids for a free photo and a gift. No kids? No problem - come and enjoy artisan vendors in the market and on the concourse for some Holiday retail therapy from 10AM until 3PM. Everyone will lov ..

LET'S JINGLE ALL THE WAY THIS SANTA HUSTLE SEASON! Come join the Santa Hustle® magic on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Navy Pier. ..