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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
Spring Break on Navy Pier
Downtown
Ends Friday, March 28
Kids and families can visit Navy Pier for lots of free activities and programming from different artists, scientists, athletes, and organizations throughout the city. Learn about painting, slime, BINGO, dancing, soccer, nature, double dutch, and more. Visit the website here.
Chicago Ridge Mall Kids Club
Chicago Ridge
Friday, March 28
Visit Chicago Ridge Mall's food court for the first free Kids Club event of the year. Kids can enjoy Snow White-themed sing-alongs, photo opportunities, and reading time. Snow White themed costumes are encouraged! Visit the website here.
The Other Art Fair Chicago
Artifact Events Center, Ravenswood
Thursday, March 27- Sunday, March 30
The Other Art Fair, a leading artist fair for discovering the most exciting artistic talent, is set to host its 6th Chicago edition at its new home, Artifact Events. The Other Art Fair Chicago will feature original works of art from 100+ emerging artists and kick off with an Opening Night event on Thursday, April 11, with Interactive Workshops, Guest Artists, DJ Sets, Kids' Activities, Unique Installations, and much more. Visit the website here.
FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure at Writers Theatre
Glenview
Wednesday, March 26- Sunday, March 30
Chicago’s Filament Theatre returns with its hit immersive play experience for families FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure, in which Writers Theatre transforms into a play space for children and parents to build new worlds using cardboard boxes, sheets, clotheslines and more. Visit the website here.
The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System at the Marriott Theatre
Lincolnshire
Closes Saturday, March 29
When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart, our young heroes must learn to pull together or risk getting forever lost in the solar system. Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic. Visit the website here.
Kids' Arts and Crafts Workshop at Nitro Nostalgia
Bronzeville
Saturday, March 29
Stop by and say "hi" to Chicago's newest mobile arts and crafts studio, Make It Your Art studio. There will be free crafts for the kiddos and cool sweet treats available for purchase at Nitro Nostalgia - an ice cream shop and board game lounge located in Bronzeville! Visit the website here.
Mad Hatter Party at Berger Park
Edgewater
Saturday, March 29
Berger Park will host its annual Mad Hatter event, complete with an egg hunt, crafts, dancing, face painting and a meet & greet with a special bunny. Each participant must bring their own bag or basket to collect their prizes and activities. Silly and unusual hats are encouraged! Visit the website here.
Trout Fishing for Kids
Wood Dale Grove
Saturday, March 29
Introduce your young anglers to trout fishing at this preseason special event that's just for them. Bait will be provided. Parents are welcome to accompany kids but may not fish themselves. Visit the website here.
Cam Studios Kid Craft Workshop
Casa Cactus, Mayfair
Saturday, March 29
Join Casa Cactus and Cam Studios as they provide the cozy atmosphere and materials needed for your creativity to SOAR! Let your little ones unleash their artistic side and create masterpieces to take home. Casa Cactus has a wide variety of yummy treats and drinks available for purchase while you workDon't miss out on this opportunity for your kids to have a blast and make new friends. See you there! Visit the website here.
Spring Forward Teen Bash 2025
Navy Pier, Downtown
Saturday, March 29
My CHI. My Future. and the Chicago Park District invite Chicago teens to a Spring Break party they won't want to miss at Navy Pier. The event will feature special musical performances, free pizza and snacks, airbrush tattoos, activations and activities, screen printing t-shirts, exclusive merch, video games, and giveaways, including tickets to Lollapalooza! Visit the website here.
Kid-Prov! Improv Comedy for Kids
BABS Comedy Club, Forest Park
Saturday, March 29
Bring the kiddos out to Babs Comedy Club's high-energy, interactive improv comedy show! Watch as comedians create hilarious scenes and songs based on YOUR suggestions and creating a choose-your-own-comedy-adventure show where your kiddos call the shots! No two shows are the same, so you can come back again and again! Visit the website here.
Breakfast with the Bunny in LaGrange
LaGrange Recreation Center, LaGrange
Saturday, March 29
Celebrate spring with a fun-filled morning at the Park District of LaGrange's Breakfast with the Bunny event! Enjoy a delicious meal, meet the Bunny, snap some adorable photos, and get a goodie bag to take home! Perfect for the whole family! Visit the website here.
Wild Weather - Free Nature Discovery Days
Knoch Knolls Nature Center, Naperville - FREE
Saturday, March 29
Learn to recognize different types of clouds, play a water cycle game, observe how a tornado forms, discover what causes hail, make a weather craft and more at these free drop-in workshops at Knoch Knolls Nature Center. At least one adult must attend with each family. Visit the website here.
The Music of the Grateful Dead for Kids
Thalia Hall, Pilsen
Sunday, March 30
Little estimated propets can see and hear The Rock and Roll Playhouse present the music of the Grateful Dead. Adults can expose kids to some of their favorite music at this family friendly concert specially crafted for kids. Visit the website here.
Chicago Stars FC vs. Racing Louisville
Seatgeek Stadium, Bridgeview
Sunday, March 30
The Chicago Stars FC play Racing Louisville at Seatgeek Stadium. Programming and activities for children is available before the match in the Fan Zone. Fans of all ages are welcome! Visit the website here.