Latest blog posts
- How to mix and match boyfriend watches with bracelets | Trending
- BlogHer comes to Chicago | Failing With Gusto
- Planning a trip to Walt Disney World for kids with allergies | Healthy Jasmine
- Why being a dad is great but Father's Day is terrible | White Dad Problems
- See all recent blog posts
Featured blog
Failing With Gusto
One Chicago mom's attempt to keep an accurate log so her kids will have something helpful to show the therapists.
Parenting news & advice
Reader community
About Chicago Parent
Chicago Parent is distributed free every month in the six-county area. Enter your ZIP code to find the nearest pick-up spot.
Win with CP!
Win tickets to Monsters University
They're back! Ever wonder what happened to Sully and Mike before Boo invaded their world? This new Pixar film gets into the Monsters Inc. backstory with a tale of how the two friends met as Scare Majors at college. And if it's anything like the first film, mom and dad will love it as much as the kids! One Chicago Parent reader will win a family five-pack to the Classic Cinemas of their choice.
Featured Video
Brookfield Zoo's Dinosaurs Alive! exhibit brings the prehistoric to life
New exhibit uses interactive elements to help kids understand the links between prehistoric creatures and animals of today.
Watch the video! | See more videos
Be the first to know!
Events, coupons and contests by email
Outdoor & Nature
Browse by:
Location:
Featured resources
Showing 11 -
20
of 219
Wagner Farm & Heritage Center
Visit one of the few remaining dairy farms in Cook County. Learn to milk cows, tend crops and cook at this Learn what life was like during the 1920s...
Events (2) Emily Oaks Nature Center
4650 Brummel St., SkokieFind flying squirrels and turtles as you hike. Some trails are stroller friendly. The Woodland Wander Inn lets kids look for animal tracks, explore...
Events (2) Glacial Park Conservation Area
Lost Valley Visitor Center, RingwoodThe Lost Valley Visitor Center hosts a number of environmental education programs, workshops, camps and special events. An exhibit room, drop-in library...
Events (2) John G. Shedd Aquarium
Visitors can discover the dolphins and whales in the Oceanarium and get a view from below after watching the aquatic show. In the Polar Play Zone, kids...
Comments (2) Events (2) Chicago Botanic Garden
The Chicago Botanic Garden is a 385-acre living plant museum featuring 24 display gardens and four natural areas, uniquely situated on nine islands...
Comments (1) Events (15) 
Coupons (1)Trailside Museum of Natural History
738 Thatcher Ave., River ForestTrailside Museum is a small nature center with an educational focus on teaching about local wildlife and wildlife habitat. Visitors can enjoy natural...
Events (11) Chicago Botanic Garden's Kite Festival
Members of the Chicago Fire Kite Team perform sport kite ballet and precision flying demonstrations. Kids can participate in the "Kids Mad Dash" at...
Events (1) Siegel's Cottonwood Pumpkin Farm
This 103 year old family owned working farm features three playlands, climbing wall, haunted barn, giant slides, moon walk, petting zoo and train rides. ...
Events (1) Big Run Wolf Ranch
Big Run Wolf Ranch is a non-profit educational facility specializing in North American wildlife. Visit during Family Day/Open Houses or book a presentation,...
Events (1) Lincoln Marsh Natural Area
Harrison and Pierce avenues, WheatonThe natural area provides visitors with many outdoor activities including hiking among the two miles of trails, bird-watching, picnics, environmental...
Events (1) 