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Take Kids on a Scenic Adventure Along the Chicago Riverwalk

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Skyline views, public art, yummy bites and more, all packed into a 1.25-mile strip. Here’s how to enjoy it with your family.
Guides

Family Guide to Lollapalooza

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See the biggest names in music, chow down on festival eats and rock out at Kidzapalooza with these handy festival hacks for families.
Guides

Kid-Friendly Tours in Chicago to Learn Something New

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Play tourist in your own city!
Events

7 Family-Friendly Open House Chicago Sites to See

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Get free access to Chicago's finest buildings.
Things to Do

The Friends Experience Brings ’90s TV Show Pop-Up to Chicago

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Friends fans, you'll love this.
Things to Do

Navy Pier Will Close Sept. 8 with Spring 2021 Reopening

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The city's top attraction is temporarily closing.
Guides

The Original Rainbow Cone Truck is Making Memories for Families Across the City

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“Everybody’s stressed and they need the rainbow!”
Outdoors

Chicago Riverwalk Reopens with Some Restrictions

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Face coverings are required.
Things to Do

Win American Girl’s 2020 Girl of the Year

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Enter until 3/1/2020 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
Events

Year of Chicago Music highlights city’s best sounds

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Music to our ears!
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