Aquatic Show
Date: Mon., May. 20, 10 a.m.The newest permanent Oceanarium show features sea lions, penguins, dolphins, beluga whales and other aquatic life. Show times vary. READ MORE
The newest permanent Oceanarium show features sea lions, penguins, dolphins, beluga whales and other aquatic life. Show times vary. READ MORE
The 4th annual fest includes art activities for kids, local food and live music. READ MORE
Meet in the Randolph Street lobby for a guided tour of the historic building, unveiled in 1897 as the Chicago Public Library, which offers a glimpse of the wor... READ MORE
Follow guides through Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie-style house, completed in 1910, during this 45-60 minute narrated tour with hourly or half-hourly departures ... READ MORE
Schedule note: Shows generally take place Thursdays through Sundays. There are occasional Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday performances as well. ("See more dates a... READ MORE
The MCA closes at 8 p.m. Tuesdays. READ MORE
This Dr. Seuss adaptation follows two children stuck indoors during a rainy afternoon as they are introduced to the mysterious Cat in the Hat. He brings trouble... READ MORE
Sean Masterson recreates the late 19th-century Chicago matinees of French magician Herrmann the Great. The show includes sleight-of-hand tricks, illusions and i... READ MORE
The race through the parking lot also features a half-mile kids run. READ MORE
Kids ages 4-9 learn bike safety and maintenance and play cycling games. Ice cream is included. READ MORE
Kids can design, build and test customized flying machines, create a sidekick and complete challenges to acquire and wield superpowers. READ MORE
The new permanent exhibit lets kids use tools like hammers, power drills and screwdrivers along with exploring cause and effect by manipulating gears, balls and... READ MORE
Ride the arboretum's tram and create a craft every Wednesday and Friday (11 to 11:45 a.m.) until October. READ MORE
The Chicago-based trio performs kid-friendly tunes. READ MORE
Guides discuss more than 40 historic buildings along the Chicago River during this hour-long tour. Boats depart every 45 minutes. READ MORE
The musical production brings 14 Dr. Seuss tales to life, including The Grinch, Yertle The Turtle, The Cat In The Hat, and more. READ MORE
The touring circus features the "Cossak Warriors" on horses, the Motorcycle Nitro Cowboys, camels, zebras, ponies, clowns, comedy, acrobats and more. READ MORE
Children and their parents learn about Claus Oldenburg's artwork, a collection of giant sculptures based on everyday objects. Children also look at small bugs w... READ MORE