Chicago family events
Fresh plans around Chicago, from this weekend's highlights to events worth planning ahead for.
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THE LIZARD Y EL SOL
The Lizard y El Sol returns to Chicago Parks this summer! ¡El Lagarto y El Sol regresa los Parques de Chicago este verano! July 22 - August….
Chicago · Multiple LocationsMultiple Locations
CultureFamilyOutdoor
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Kidzapalooza (at Grant Park)
Kidzapalooza is a family-oriented festival within a festival, most famously known as the dedicated kids' zone at Lollapalooza.
Chicago · Grant ParkGrant Park
FestivalFamilyOutdoor
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Chicago Italian Beef Fest (formerly Jeff Fest) in Jefferson Park
Jeff Fest has rebranded as Chicago Italian Beef Fest! Families can still enjoy music, food, and kids' entertainment at Jefferson Memorial Park at this annual neighborhood festival.
Chicago · Jefferson Memorial ParkJefferson Memorial Park
FestivalFamilyOutdoor
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Chicago Triathlon
One of the world’s largest and most accessible triathlons. From first-timers to seasoned veterans, kids to grandparents, age-group competitors to paratriathletes, the Chicago Triathlon has an experience for everyone on the.
Chicago · Monroe HarborMonroe Harbor
SportsFamilyfreeFree
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Taste of Greektown
Celebrate 36 Years of Hellenic Pride at Taste of Greektown!
Chicago · On Halsted between Van Buren & AdamsOn Halsted between Van Buren & Adams
FestivalFamily
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Lincoln Park Wine Fest
Get ready to raise a glass 🍷 — the Lincoln Park Wine Fest is proudly celebrating its 10th anniversary 🎉 this year in the heart of Chicago’s Jonquil Park.
Chicago · Jonquil ParkJonquil Park
OutdoorsFamilyOutdoor
New here? Start with Chicago
If you are new to Chicago, IL, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.
Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.
- Check age fit.
- Keep drives short.
- Pick food before the main stop.
Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.
- Check hours.
- Book if needed.
- Keep the route walkable.
Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.
- Share the map.
- Pick one anchor.
- Have a backup nearby.
Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.
- Check closures.
- Avoid long outdoor walks.
- Use official pages for changes.
What is coming up by place
Local venueGrant ParkChicago · Grant Park
Local venueJefferson Memorial ParkChicago · Jefferson Memorial Park
Local venueOn Halsted between Van Buren & AdamsChicago · On Halsted between Van Buren & Adams
Local venueJonquil ParkChicago · Jonquil Park
Local venueMultiple LocationsChicago · Multiple Locations
Local venueMonroe HarborChicago · Monroe Harbor
