- TripBuzz found 650 things to do with kids in or near Barrington, Illinois, including 641 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Glenview, West Chicago and Lombard.
- From Kids in Action Gymnastics Academy to Barrington Ice Arena, the Barrington area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
- Located around 30 miles northwest of Chicago, Barrington was founded in 1865. The village was the home of 'The Battle of Barrington', during which 'Baby Face' Nelson squared off with FBI agents. Barrington has a population of under 11,000 and the buildings were designed with late-19thcentury forms of architecture, including Queen Anne and Victorian Gothic.
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Chicago Red Hots
Cicero Stadium, 1909 S Laramie Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804
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An amateur roller derby squad, the Chicago Red Hots compete in competitions with other regional teams. The fast-moving sport makes for an exciting family outing, and the roller rink offers discount concessions.
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The focus is on the history of the donated Tanner House and the surrounding area at the Aurora Historical Museum. The museum includes artifacts, documents, books, letters, photographs, and resources pertaining to the house and the area.
28.6 Miles
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Tanner House Museum offers visitors a glimpse of life from more than 100 years ago. The 16-room house is furnished with many Victorian-era pieces and even features indoor plumbing.
28.6 Miles
Woodgrove Festival Mall, 1001 W 75th Street, Woodridge, IL 60517
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Along with first-run Hollywood movies, the Hollywood Boulevard Cinema features classic movies on a regular basis like a midnight Saturday showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The concession stand even features a full bar.
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A miniature golf course built on three tiers around a large waterfall, Lost Mountain Adventure Golf features 18 distinct and challenging holes. The course also hosts parties and special events.
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Dedicated to preserving the history of America's famous highway, Berwyn Route 66 Museum features a display of hub caps, old photographs, and other memorabilia. The museum is in the process of restoring a neon light monument.
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8301 Janes Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517
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Kids of all ages can get wet and have fun at the Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Center. Attractions include a lazy river, zero-entry pool, water slides and water play park.
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53 North Broadway Street, Aurora, IL 60505
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The Fire Museum is actually a remnant of the old local fire station. It displays various models of vintage fire trucks. One can easily lose track of time when exploring this place, with the wealth of information provided by the guides.
28.8 Miles
Featuring a mix of international and nationally recognized Hispanic performers, Olympic Theatre Corp offers visitors a historic 1920s theater with ornate, gold leaf decoration. The theater was restored and includes an updated sound system.
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Built in 1931 and one of the top 10 theaters in Chicago, according to the League of Chicago Theaters, the Paramount Theatre welcomes every year 150.000 patrons and a variety of shows, from Broadway-caliber shows to children's' programs.