- TripBuzz found 93 things to do with kids in or near De Kalb, Illinois, including 90 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Charles, Geneva, Dekalb and Cherry Valley.
- From Ellwood House Museum to Shabbona Lake State Park, the De Kalb area offers 104 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Lake, Historic Homes and Parks.
- Named after decorated Revolutionary War hero Johann de Kalb, the city of De Kalb is located in Illinois' northern region. Home to Northern Illinois University the city is primarily known as a college town and residential community. Visitors can enjoy tours of various historic landmarks and museums as well as golf courses and local parks.
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Covering 6,800 yards, Orchard Valley Golf Course is listed by Golf Digest with 4 ½ stars. Besides the obligatory natural challenges, in here can also be found a practice centre and a restaurant serving American classical dishes.
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5900 S. Perryville Road, Cherry Valley, IL 61016
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A 60-acre wilderness preserve, the Espencheid Memorial Forest Preserve is a natural spot to launch a kayak or canoe in the Kishwaukee River. The preserve itself is full of mature oak trees, and offers scenic woodland views.
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Available for after-hours rental, Vaughan Aquatic Centre offers a variety of services, including swimming lesson for both adults and children and scuba certification.
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Featuring fifteen state-of-the-art auditoriums, the Marcus Theatres offer a wide selection of film selections for Elgin patrons. The theater also offers a full service drink and snack bar as well a 7- foot wide, three story Ultra screen.
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Running along Fox River, Pottawatomie Park provides access for fishing and boating and also has a trail along the river. The park features a miniature golf course, playgrounds, picnic areas, sports facilities and an amphitheater for events.
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38W235 Big Timber Road, Elgin, IL
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Burnidge Forest Preserve/Paul Wolff Campground is a 625 acre nature preserve populated by woodlands and prairie. Visitors will find 9 miles of multipurpose trails as well as a fishing pond. The preserve is also home to a variety of wildlife.
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Geneva's Sunset Pool is an aquatic facility that offers a range of amenities and features. The pool has eight lap lanes, a variety of water slides, spray jets and a splash play area, and a large bath house.
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101 S 3rd Street, St. Charles, IL 60174
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Providing classes for all ages and skill levels, 3rd Street Dance & Theater Academy teaches visitors how to dance in the styles of ballet, jazz, and tap. The academy hosts an annual recital where visitors can watch students perform.
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With representations for both adults and children, the Steel Beam Theater has been opened since 2001. It also organizes acting classes, as well as camps.
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With 72 seats, Steel Beam Theatre is a small theater but runs a number of different shows throughout the year. Both adult and children's theater are showcased and they also offer classes and workshops.