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Looking for family-friendly activities in Chicago this weekend? Here are some fun events to add to your list!
Best Things To Do This Weekend In and Near Chicago With Kids
Fire and Ice Science Party
American Science and Surplus,West Chicago - FREE
Friday, February 21
Visit American Science and Surplus in West Chicago for an evening of mind-blowing experiments that will sizzle, freeze, and amaze! Check out fiery demos and cool experiments using temperatures from -320 degrees to 673 degrees. A perfect event for science lovers of all ages. Visit the website here.
DuPage Children's Museum Family Fun Friday Nights
Naperville
Friday, February 21
DuPage Children's Museum hosts after hours programming on select Friday nights during the school year. Friday, February 21 is S.T.E.A.M. Play Night: a pop-up activity that explores how science, technology, engineering, art, and math intersect. Strawbees & Clixo will perform from 5:30–7:30. Visit the website here.
UMOJA Black History Month Celebration at Homan Square
Homan Square Community Center Park- FREE
Saturday, February 22
Homan Square Park hosts its annual UMOJA Black History Celebration, featuring performances by children and adults in park programs, vendors of African American products and attire, and food vendors featuring soul food menus. Visit the website here.
Black Creativity Career Showcase
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, Hyde Park
Saturday, February 22
Have you ever wondered what it's really like to be an artist, scientist or engineer? In celebration of Black Creativity, kids and families can talk with African American artists, scientists and engineers about innovative work happening right here in our city. Professionals will be stationed throughout the Museum's Main Level. This is an opportunity to learn from experts during dynamic demonstrations, hands-on activities and one-on-one conversations. Discover how to turn your passions into a career! Visit the website here.
Black History Month Family Event at the Chicago History Museum
Old Town
Saturday, February 22
Join historians at the Chicago History Museum to learn more about Black figures who have had an impact on the national and local level. Learn about how Black History Week started in Chicago and celebrate the history and contributions of this vital third of the city’s population through activities that center on this year’s theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Visit the website here.
Laser Taylor Swift
Cernan Earth and Space Center, Triton College, River Grove
Saturday, February 22 - FINAL SHOW
Cernan Earth and Space Center had a blank space in their schedule and they knew just whose name to write... Taylor Swift. Swifties of all ages can get sparkly and enjoy a laser light show set to Taylor Swift's music every Saturday night in January and February. Tickets are only available day of starting at 6:30 p.m. Visit the website here.
Nanny Nikki Performs at Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Arlington Heights- Free
Saturday, February 22
Nanny Nikki performs two shows at Arlington Heights Memorial Library to celebrate Black History Month! Get ready for a high energy, fun, and active musical show. Sing, dance and enjoy puppets, and enjoy a 30-minute musical playtime to celebrate inclusion and connection. Visit the website here.
Sunny Side UP Concert with Wendy and D.B.
LaGrange Park Public Library - Free
Saturday, February 22
Wendy & DB, an award-winning kindie duo from Chicago, write and perform songs about science, nature, diversity, animals, safety, and the arts. Their unique style is reflected in the music and catchy lyrics along with their vocal harmonies. They examine the world with curiosity and what you experience is just plain fun! Wendy and DB’s live shows for pre-school age children and families explore a variety of instruments and joyful props that get everyone moving, singing, and dancing! Visit the website here.
Polar Adventure Day at Big Marsh Park
South Deering Free
Saturday, February 22
Families can celebrate winter at Big Marsh Park by going on a hike to try to see winter animals, then enjoying music and hot chocolate around the campfire. Enjoy a roaming puppet show with the Jabberwocky Marionettes or try balancing & walking on a slackline with expert guidance from Slackline Chicago. Visit the website here.
Unicorn World
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont
Saturday, February 22- Sunday, February 23
Visit Donald E. Stephens Convention Center for an immersive unicorn experience. Families can meet life-sized unicorns, venture through an enchanted forest, make unicorn themed crafts, grab a snack in the grazing area, play unicorn carnival games, dance on the rainbow dance floor, and read in the reading corner. Visit the website here.
Juniper Junction
The Morton Arboretum, Lisle
Closes Sunday, February 23
Visit The Morton Arboretum to see Juniper Junction, a large-scale model train display at the Arboretum’s Firefly Pavilion. Large-scale model railroading uses trains that are significantly larger than standard model railroading. Also called “garden railroads,” large-scale model railroads offer a captivating landscape for viewers of all ages to enjoy. Visit the website here.
Sap's Rising
River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook
Starts Saturday, February 22
Families can enjoy a walk through the sugar maple forest and learn how maple syrup is made. This event repeats every weekend during the first three weekend of March. Registration is required. Visit the website here.
TUFF TAYLOR - A Live Band Taylor Swift Tribute
Joe's Live Rosemont
Sunday, February 23
Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press transform into Tuff Taylor for this all ages Taylor Swift tribute concert. Enjoy a full set of Taylor's biggest hits played live and make a friendship bracelet at the bracelet station. Visit the website here.
Maple Sugaring at Kline Creek Farm
West Chicago- Free
Starts Saturday, February 22
Kids can learn where the syrup on their pancakes comes from at this event at Kline Creek Farm in West Chicago. Using tools from the 1890s, experts will demonstrate how to tap a tree, check collection buckets, and thicken sap over the fire. Visit the website here.
Black History Month Celebration at Loyola Park
Rogers Park
Sunday, February 23
Did you know that Loyola Park has hosted a Black History Celebration for 25 years? Celebrate and acknowledge the historic achievements of Black Americans and highlight their undeniable impact on American history at this annual event which will feature dance and musical performances and an art showcase. Visit the website here.