Aquatic Show
Date: Sat., May. 25, 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
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
On the 200th anniversary of his birth, Charles Dickens is tired of performing annual readings of his holiday classic and is hoping to entertain the audience wit... 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
Visit exhibitions, the library, museum shop and more at no charge on the first Friday of the month. READ MORE
Illinois residents can enter the museum free of charge every week. The museum is open until 5 p.m. on Sundays. READ MORE
The annual show presents adaptations of the holiday Christmas specials "A Charlie Brown Christmas" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." READ MORE
Chicago Kids Company Theatre presents a musical adaptation of the story of a bird that believes the sky is falling for kids ages 2-12. READ MORE
Children use mini tools - such as buttons - to create their own tiny cave, fortress or secret lair. Sessions occur at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m. ... READ MORE
Children explore nature by building a sculpture out of twigs, digging in dirt for rocks and more. READ MORE
Learn about the different ways bodies move and get your heart racing through various activities. READ MORE
Kids and families interact with the 3-D world around them in this workshop that encourages design, building, testing and exploration with real tools and materia... READ MORE
Kids create sensory art from clay, water, paper, paint, wire and other materials. READ MORE
Families with children ages 5-12 bring and pitch their own tents, enjoy dinner, visit some of the zoo's animals, take part in a campfire, make s'mores and learn... 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
Explore the universe and its toughest questions with this interactive exhibit showing the universe's evolution during the past 13.7 billion years. 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