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Indoors

Jump Around at These Top Indoor Playgrounds for Chicagoland Kids

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Chicagoland’s indoor play spots bring the fun with trampoline parks, play cafes and creative spaces that kids will love.
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Make a Splash at Chicagoland’s Coolest Indoor Water Parks

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Chicagoland families can drive to these indoor water parks in four hours or less.
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Chicagoland Museums Families Should Visit At Least Once

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Check out our favorite kid-friendly picks!
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At-Home Activities to Keep Kids Busy

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The kids are bored but you can't leave the house, now what? Keep this list handy.
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