McHenry/Lake County

Kid-Friendly Patios and Rooftops That Make Chicago Summers Even Better

Enjoy outdoor dining at Chicagoland’s best kid-friendly patios with play areas, fun menus and relaxing family vibes.

Get Your Free Tickets to Walmart’s Drive-In Movies

Sign up for your slot early!

Chicago Families Find Fun in Front Porch Family Portraits

These 'porchtraits' make great holiday cards!

Smithsonian cancels Museum Day

This day-wide event celebrates the Earth!

The Chicago challenge that will leave your family dirty

This unique nationwide event includes a giant mud pit!

Don’t walk, run to Reptile Rampage

Fun fact: Reptiles are not really slimy; their shine comes from an oil on their scales.

5 traditional holiday music concerts in and around Chicago

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way!

Nutcracker storytimes and events for young kids in Lake County

Test the waters on their interest and stamina for a performance.
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