Explore Chicago and its suburbs with your little one! You’ll be surprised by how much there’s to do from music and fitness classes to special playtimes. Check out the full list below to start planning your outings.
Note: Please check the event website to see if registration is required.
City
Stroller Tours
When: Feb. 5
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago
Tours are designed to allow adults to be mindful of their babies and young children while exploring the galleries on a guided tour. Caregivers discover the MCA's exhibitions with a docent, exploring galleries without concern that their baby or stroller will disrupt the tour.
Juicebox
When: Feb. 7-8, 21-22
Where: Chicago Cultural Center and Garfield Park Conservatory
Parents and young children can enjoy Chicago's best music, dance and theater in a kid-friendly setting. Kids can sit on the floor, walk around, meet the artists and sometimes play with instruments and puppets. Friday performances are at the Chicago Cultural Center and Saturday performances are at Garfield Park Conservatory. This month, see Funkadesi (Feb. 7-8) and Deep Fried Pickle Project (Feb. 21-22).
Wake Up, Brother Bear
When: Through Feb. 16
Where: Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S. Racine Ave, Chicago
A highly interactive show that will take theater-going cubs on a fun-filled journey through the four seasons with a playful pair of bears. Full of music and physical activity, this intimate theatrical experience is the perfect way to see out the waning months of your family’s winter hibernation.
Morning Glories
When: Ongoing (Every Monday)
Where: Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N. Central Park Ave., Chicago
Children and their caregivers can explore different areas of the Children’s Garden in the winter and the Play and Grow Garden in the summer.
Kido Books Storytime
When: Ongoing (Every Tuesday)
Where: Kido, 1137 S. Delano Ct., Chicago
Read some new stories and classic tales. The story time specializes in books that feature multicultural characters and encourage empathy and inclusivity.
Songs and Stories
When: Ongoing (Every Thursday)
Where: Bubbles Academy, 2184 N. Elston, Chicago
Join artists at Bubbles Academy every Thursday afternoon for songs and stories. Entry includes cost for open play.
North/Northwest Suburbs
Rockin' Valentines Party
When: Feb. 14
Where: Rockin' Jump, 485 Mission St., Carol Stream
Jumpers ages 6 and under only are allowed to the party complete with arts & crafts, kids activities, complimentary coffee and sweet treats and a tattoo station.
Valentine's Craft
When: Feb. 14
Where: Little Beans Cafe, 430 Asbury Ave., Evanston
Enjoy a Valentine's Day craft with food and time to play.
Baby & Me
When: Ongoing (Every Monday)
Where: Kohl Children's Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview
A chance for parents of infants to meet others adjusting to parenthood, ask questions and make friends, all free of charge. A nurse representative from Advocate Lutheran General Hospital will be in attendance.
South Suburbs
Mother Nature and Me
When: Feb. 5
Where: Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, 9800 Willow Springs Road, Willow Springs
Children ages 3-5 years old and their favorite adult will learn about nature through exploration and outdoor activities.
Valentine's Dance with Mickey, Minnie, Donald & Daisy
When: Feb. 15
Where: Chicago Ridge Mall, 444 Chicago Ridge Mall, Chicago Ridge
Enjoy a Valentine's dance in Carson's Court with our favorite Disney couples: Mickey & Minnie, and Donald & Daisy. Bring dancing shoes to move and groove to the music.
Western Suburbs
Nature Tots
When: Feb. 5
Where: Trailside Museum of Natural History, 738 Thatcher Ave., River Forest
Kids ages 2-5 and their adults will explore nature and nature play. Outside adventures in nice weather.
Love Bugs
When: Feb. 12
Where: Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton
This celebration of family and friendships for kids ages 3-5 years that will include stories, songs and happy heart and flower crafts — plus a special Valentine’s sweet treat.
Shadow Puppet Story Time
When: Ongoing (Every Monday and Friday)
Where: Wonder Works, 6445 W. North Ave., Oak Park
An exciting adventure into story and legend with Bill, the museum's story time expert, and his trusty sidekick, who put on an amazingly shadowy performance.
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