Things to Do with Kids in Des Plaines, IL

  • TripBuzz found 723 things to do with kids in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 705 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Mountain View Mine Miniature Golf to Beck Lake Forest Preserve, the Des Plaines area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Arcades and Bowling.
  • Des Plaines, Illinois, is a suburb of Chicago that surrounds the states Des Plaines River. The city is known for its many areas of outdoor recreation, including many natural parks, a forest preserve, a Lake, a river and an aquatic center. Visitors also enjoy the areas many museums, including the first McDonald's Museum.
  • TripBuzz found 723 things to do with kids in or near Des Plaines, Illinois, including 705 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Skokie, Oak Park and Glenview.
  • From Mountain View Mine Miniature Golf to Beck Lake Forest Preserve, the Des Plaines area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Arcades and Bowling.
  • Des Plaines, Illinois, is a suburb of Chicago that surrounds the states Des Plaines River. The city is known for its many areas of outdoor recreation, including many natural parks, a forest preserve, a Lake, a river and an aquatic center. Visitors also enjoy the areas many museums, including the first McDonald's Museum.
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23.7 Miles
72% 82 votes
Trampoline Parks 880 Lakeside Dr., Gurnee, IL 60031 MoreLess Info
There are more than 16,000 square feet of trampolines available at Jump America, including in here the dodge-ball course and the foam pit. There is a special area for little children as well.
23.7 Miles
88% 17 votes
Theaters 111 West Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
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.
23.7 Miles
97% 38 votes
Parks Water St. and Rt. 38, Geneva, IL 60134 MoreLess Info
Island Park is close to the town and has plenty of shade for cool outings. It's quiet and features excellent conditions for bike riding. The view is enriched by the presence of Fox river.
23.7 Miles
78% 9 votes
Theaters 111 W Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
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.
23.7 Miles
89% 9 votes
Parks Illinois Route 31 & North Street, Geneva, IL 60134 MoreLess Info
Wheeler Park is a park featuring an 18-hole disc golf course. The course is known to be rather challenging due to the large number of trees that must be maneuvered around. The park also maintains a playground and picnic areas.
23.8 Miles
47% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 10000 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517 MoreLess Info
Offering first-run films, AMC Loews Woodridge 18 features 18 auditoriums with digital projection and stadium seating. The theater provides arcade game machines, private event hosting and a concession area serving food and beverages.
23.8 Miles
53% 17 votes
Bowling 4700 W 103rd Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Arena Lanes is a bowling alley consisting of 32 lanes of bowling. Additionally, other amenities at the bowling alley include food and beverages, a full bar, and a pro shop.
23.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Dance Studios 101 S 3rd Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 MoreLess Info
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.
23.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 19948-19998 W Washington Street, Grayslake, IL 60030 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of open trails for hiking, bicycling, and running at Rollins Savanna, a large forest preserve. A section of the 3.5 mile main trail loop is devoted to bird watching.
23.8 Miles
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Tennis 10444 Central Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
As a recreations center, Oak Lawn Parks Dist-Racquet Club offers visitors a variety of fitness opportunities at its sport courts and fitness center. The facility has four racquetball courts, five tennis courses, batting cages, and a gymnasium.
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